January Membership Spotlight
Name: Nate Volkema
Age: 27
Company: John Hancock Financial
Occupation: Financial Advisor: I help individuals, family’s and businesses better plan and organize their life insurance, investment, and financial affairs.
How long have you worked/lived in Holland: My entire life, born and raised
Hobbies: In the summer months I enjoy spending time on my sailboat or out racing sailboats. I am active in several non profit’s here in the area (Shriners and the Masonic Lodge). Spending time with my fiance (wife as of Janaury 5) Heather, friends and family. I have also gone back to school to earn my CFP (Certified Financial Planner) designation.
What do I like best about HYP: It is a great group for a number of reasons. First, it is a great way to network and meet new people. One of my favorite quotes is “The only difference between who you are today and in 25 years is the books you read and the people you meet”. Not everyone needs to network for their career, but you can gain a lot personally from meeting new people. Second, it is a great way to get involved and help out in the community and make Holland a better place for our generation and those to follow. Also, there are a number of different events, programs, gatherings which will help you both personally and professionally. There is much more to HYP than the UNWINDS, so get involved!
Jokes: I’ll give you two (I think I heard this first one from Mike anyways) Q: What did the zero say to the eight?
A: Nice belt!
Q: If fruit grows on a fruit tree, what do chickens grow on?
A: A Poul-try!
