Honoring Exceptional Young Professionals in the Springfield Area
Each year, 417 Magazine features 20 young professionals who are redefining the way we live, give and do business – all before their 30th birthday. These hardworking individuals are nominated by friends and co-workers and then selected by the staff of 417 Magazine for their exceptional leadership and community service.
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This year, our very own assistant public relations manager, Bethany Bell, was chosen as a member of the 20 Under 30 Class of 2015. Her passion for public relations and social media paired with her sense of humility and servanthood made her the perfect candidate for this award.
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Her social media philosophy for businesses is simple—less for promotion and more for customer service. “Social media is a way to save your customers time, to educate them and to turn a bad experience into a good one by responding in a timely and gracious fashion,” she says.
To celebrate, 417 Magazine hosted the 10th Annual 20 Under 30 Party at the Highland Springs Country Club. A cocktail hour allowed members of the Springfield community to congratulate their favorite up-and-comers in 417-land while enjoying local food and beverages. The night concluded with an awards ceremony recognizing the members of the Class of 2015.
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Congratulations to the 20 Under 30 Class of 2015, we can’t wait to see what the future has in store for each and every one of you!
To learn more about Bethany Bell and her impressive accomplishments, read her full interview.
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