Holland Young Professionals

Name: Dana Reynolds

Age: 25

Company: Gentex Corporation

Occupation: Material Planner

How long have you lived/worked in Holland?

I moved to Holland 3 years ago after graduating from college (wow, has it really been that long?!)

What besides being HYP do you like to do (Hobbies)?

Teaching Spinning classes, cycling, horseback riding, painting (acrylic and watercolor), traveling, crafting handbags/purses (hoping to one day launch my own line), preparing outrageous vegan meals (read: “experiments” – I’m a bit of a mad scientist in the kitchen) . . .

What do you like best about HYP, or if you’re a new member, what drew you to HYP?

I really like that HYP gives new comers a way to get involved in the community and also allows people to network and meet other young professionals in the area. For me, HYP has lead to many new opportunities through other members that I have gotten to know, and has opened my eyes to the possibility that this community holds.

Our VP, Mr. Hill, is a funny guy; he’d like you to tell us a joke. He’s always looking to add to his own collection.

I’m not so sure anyone really wants me to tell a joke . . . but it is October, so I have a few that seem appropriate:

Why did the Vampire subscribe to the Wall Street Journal?
He heard it had great circulation . . .
What did the skeleton say to the bartender?
I’ll have two beers and a mop . . .

See, I warned you . . . =)

We’re starting a new feature with our kick-off of fall activites. We thought it would be fun to learn more about our members, so we’re going to do a monthly member spotlight. Since Barry is the HYP President, we thought he would be a great person to start with. Check back next month to find out more about a fellow HYP member.

Name: Barry Rice
Age: 26
Company: Worksighted, Inc.
Occupation: Business Development Manager

How long have you lived/worked in Holland?
I initially moved to Holland in 1999 as a freshman at Hope College. I officially moved here last year when I purchased a house on the south side. I have worked in Holland since 2003 after graduating from college.

What besides being HYP do you like to do (Hobbies)?
In my spare time I enjoy soccer (both playing and coaching), swimming, running, working on my house and travelling.

What do you like best about HYP, or if you’re a new member, what drew you to HYP?
The best part about HYP is the people. I’ve been with the organization since its inception and I have met a number of good friends by attending events and getting to know the Holland area.

Our VP, Mr. Hill, is a funny guy; he’d like you to tell us a joke. He’s always looking to add to his own collection.
Why do ducks have webbed feet? To stamp out fires.
Why do elephants have flat feet? To stamp out burning ducks.