April 2026 HYP Newsletter 
Welcome New Members
If you are a new member of Hickory Young Professionals, or even if you just want to share some thoughts or ideas, please don't hesitate to reach out to us and let us know how we can best serve you. We try our best to serve the local young professionals of this region, and we can't make that happen without YOU!
If you are interested in becoming more involved in the planning of what goes on within HYP, please reach out to Kaitlin Sigmon at [email protected].
HYP Member Spotlight!
Kaitlin Sigmon is the current HYP Chairperson. She has been a member of HYP since 2022. She served as the Events Chair for 2 years prior to becoming the HYP Chairperson. As her full time job, she spends her days as an Analytical Lab Technician at Manufacturing Solutions Center in Conover, and she has worked there for 8 years. Kaitlin is also a member of the Lunch Buddy Program, is a recreation basketball and volleyball coach, and enjoys going to concerts when she can.
Check back next month when we spotlight our next Leadership Council member!
Calendar of Events
Make sure to check out our website calendar, Facebook posts, and Instagram stories for all upcoming events! We hope to see you on May 7th for our Building Your Brand event at APP State Hickory. Attendees will hear from successful local entrepreneurs and business leaders about how to market your brand or company, network effectively, and set yourself up for future success. You'll also get the opportunity to browse our selection of new and gently used business attire to help make a great first impression at interviews and networking events. And the best part...it's all FREE! Come join us no matter what stage you are at in your career. Thank you to Catawba Valley Insurance Agency and App State for being event sponsors and partners.
Link to HYP website calendar: https://hickoryhyp.com/calendar.php
Sponsor Spotlight!
This month we would like to spotlight one of our event sponsors, Catawba Valley Insurance Agency. CVIA provided us with funds to expand our "Career Closet" by allowing us to purchase new and gently used business attire for our May 7th event at App State, "Building Your Brand".
For any of your insurance needs, reach out to Cynda Bollinger at Catawba Valley Insurance Agency.
Other Networking Events in Hickory
Are you looking for other ways to broaden both your personal and professional network? Check out the Catawba County Social Club! This group meets once a month at a local venue, and there's no cost to attend. Do you own a business in the area? Why not use this as an opportunity to gain more clients, customers, and friends? Reach out to [email protected] for more information.
