The Future and Young Professionals Branch is dedicated to advancing the future of our Industry through networking and mentorship opportunities.
Contact Cassie Paddock to learn more.
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Our Objectives:
- To increase recruitment and retention of Young Professionals in TRAPS
- To increase the number of Young Professionals involved in volunteer positions at the Regional, State, and National Levels
- To increase the number of young professionals attending TRAPS Institute
- To provide educational opportunities relevant to the interest and concerns of young professionals
- To encourage young professionals to become involved in legislative efforts
- To encourage young professionals to become involved in the public relations efforts to educate the public about the parks and recreation profession
- To promote professionalism among young professionals.
TRAPS Future & Young Professionals t-shirts can now be purchased online!
Future and Young Professionals Branch Representatives
Chair: Cassie Paddock, Schertz
Chair-Elect: Miranda Maloy, Lewisville
Past-Chair: Jonathan Hanson, Pflugerville
Secretary: Kelsey Stuart, Denton
Marketing: Abby Sandy, Coppell
Central Region: Sydney Paredes, Schertz
East Region: Garrett Normoyle, Friendswood
North Region: Hallie Smith, Farmers Branch
South Region: VACANT
West Region: VACANT