Early in your career, it can be hard to find a place where you “fit.” Young adulthood is tricky – you’re learning to balance work and...

In today's spotlight, we are highlighting EMERGE alumni, Christina Ingrassia. She went from being volun-told by her boss to join EMERGE...

The chamber of commerce idea is a concept found only where private initiative and free enterprise exist. As a voluntary institution in...

Waking up every day and keeping yourself going can get hard sometimes. Those who run their own business know what it takes to be...

Happy New Year! As the new Chair of EMERGE for 2022, I hope you’ll indulge me a few moments to look back at all we accomplished in 2021,...

We honestly can’t believe that it’s December already. Just last week we stuffed ourselves with turkey and started decorating for...

HOW TO GET INVOLVED You may have already registered as a member, or you may still be deciding if EMERGE is for you; either way, you’ve...

Taylor was a relatively new Lakelander looking for a place to meet others.

You may have already registered as a member, or you may still be deciding if EMERGE is for you; either way, you’ve clicked the right...

Consider whether a job change is going to bring you the relief you’re seeking or if you’re seeing the other side with a “greener grass” filt

This month, we are sharing a vlog spotlight on one of our members, Nicole Bradham. Get to know Nicole and why she thinks joining a...

The Great Resignation is upon us. Droves of people are leaving jobs thanks to work fatigue, health concerns, waning benefits, and family...

This month, we are sharing a vlog spotlight on one of our members, Jermaine Thornton. Get to know Jermaine and what drew him to EMERGE.

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE IN BUSINESS BY: KELLY FISCHER Today, many people are talking about Emotional Intelligence, and maybe as a business...

This month, we are sharing a vlog spotlight on one of our members, Emily Crain. Get to know Emily and what drew her to EMERGE.

SIX WAYS YOU BUILD YOUR DESIGN PORTFOLIO AND IMPROVE YOUR CRAFT BY: SARA WRIGHT Whether you’re a designer fresh out of college or a...

This month, we are sharing a vlog spotlight on one of our new marketing committee members, Andrew Troller. Get to know Andrew and what...

VIRTUAL NETWORKING DURING COVID AND BEYOND By Lorrie Walker I read Christina Ingrassia’s recent article on tips for building a killer...

MEET DANIELLE HARRIS, EMERGE MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE CHAIR Name: Danielle Harris Years with EMERGE: 4 years Current role in EMERGE: EMERGE...

MEET JANE CLAY WRIGHT, EMERGE VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE CHAIR Name: Jane Clay Wright Years with EMERGE: 1+ Current role in EMERGE: EMERGE...