Attracting young professionals from a variety of business backgrounds, our Next Rockford members bring to the table an impressive range of academic, business, economic and cultural experiences to help form our truly diverse group. We believe in our community. And we are working to build a stronger community for tomorrow. Join us in our commitment to make our celebrated city that much more attractive.

Membership Requirements

Individuals born during or after 1965, but at least 21 years old, are eligible for general membership of Next Rockford. Prospective new members must attend an orientation and complete a membership application in order to be considered.

Persons interested in joining Next Rockford are encouraged to attend the general membership meeting on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:30 a.m. at the YWCA of Rockford and a subsequent Orientation session.

Orientation

Next Rockford hosts quarterly orientations for new members.  The scheduled dates for 2010 are January 28 and April 29.  The orientations are held at 5:30 pm at Pearl, 6876 Spring Creek Rd in Rockford.

Brant Hulsebus and the membership team will host and provide you everything there is to know about the group, including the history of Next Rockford, our mission, our operational structure and working committees and our plans for our future.

Please attend meetings and functions until the orientation; we look forward to meeting you.