At the D.C. Society of Young Professionals, we strive to assemble a wide variety of entertaining and unique activities for the District of Columbia's young professional community. We encourage feedback from our participants at every event that we put on, and we encourage suggestions for future events. In addition, this page offers you the opportunity to view the comments of other young professionals who have attended our events. These are all real comments from real people.

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Here's what our members are saying:

As my wedding gift from my husband says, "March 28, 2003 - the numbers that changed my life forever." He had those words famed next to the napkin I wrote my phone number on at the VIP Club Progressive Party back in March 2003. It's plain and simple, just like many of your other stories, but worth reiterating one more time: I would not have met the man of my dreams who has recently become my husband, if it were not for your parties. I attended your parties for over a year before meeting Chris, when I was new in town, and was always drawn back to attend again, and probably will be for life. This organization was my saving grace twice - once to get me acquainted with a new town and meet new friends, and second to meet my future husband. A well-deserved "Thank You" goes out to all of you.

- Beth
Virginia


"You know the folks who participated [in the DCYoungPro children's toy drive at Children's Hospital] yesterday and I would only ask that you pass along my heartfelt thanks as well. I truly think this may have been the best ever group of "elves" we have had at Children's. What an exceptional group of young people. You should be very pleased they will respond to you and Michael in that manner. The interest they all demonstrated and the aura of genuine care and concern radiated from each person there and I know that for just a short time I was present when a small group of people made a huge difference in the lives of some very sick children and showed the parents that others truly do care!

From the bottom of my heart I thank you and your friends for your generosity and for always being there. Cheers, and all best wishes as we head into a new year."

- Don Stoufer
Founder of the local chapter of the Starlight Foundation (which grants wishes to sick children ages 4 -18)


Dear DC Young Professionals,

I meet my husband at your Progressive party a year ago and wanted to share our story with you. Without DC Young Professionals party, we likely would never have met. My husband Allan was serving a Diplomatic post in Washington, DC and I was and still am a Real Estate Broker with my own company. We didn't have any mutual friends or attend similar functions. Allan was a Playboy and I was so picky about who I dated our friends often teased the both of us that we would never find someone to marry. Both of us dated frequently but had not found someone special enough to marry. On September 5, 2002, at your party, that changed. Allan basically swept me off my feet. He is the most charming, sexy, intelligent, witty, funny, loving man and I absolutely adore him. I feel very fortunate to be his wife today. We exchanged numbers at the progressive party and started dating within a few days. Within a week, we were both hooked and inseparable. I feel so fortunate to have him in my life and he feels the same of me. We were married on August 2, 2003. He is South Africa now and I will be joining him soon to spend the rest of our lives together. Thank you DC Young Professionals for giving us the opportunity to meet.

Laurie Williams Wright
P.S. Attached are photos of our wedding


My boyfriend and I attended the New Year's Eve 2004 event and wanted to share what a wonderful night we had. It was so much fun being able to bounce from room to room, enjoying all the varieties of music, decor, and food/beverages. Neither of us exaggerate when we say this, but it was seriously, the best night of our lives. (Of course, being in the company of each other had something to do with that, but your event helped make it become more magical than we could have ever imagined!)

Best regards,

Amy S. (& Terry)

I would like to say that I had a most enjoyable time on your Iceland trip and I commend all those that put this trip together. It exceeded my expectations in every way. The organization displayed was top notch. I look forward to future events and future trips. Kudos to all those involved. Thank you

Jeff


Just a quick note to say, "Congratulations to you and your team!" on another successful completion of a great event--this time at the Hong Kong "Embassy"! My friend and I had a great time, and we also learned about the history of Hong Kong! I am glad that so many people came, despite the bad weather. You had a very interesting and attractive mix of people! I hope you rest well tonight (you both seemed to be very busy during the party!) to prepare for more great events in the upcoming weeks.

See you soon again!

- Miki
Washington, DC

"My wife and I have a fantastic time at all of your events. Your set-ups complement the classy atmosphere perfectly! We always experience new culture and meet some great people. We have been to several events already and always look forward to the next one. Keep up the great work!"

- Ed and April Mundt
Ed is an Air Force captain, Deputy Legislative Assistant to the Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff.

"Thanks for the tax information [at the DCYoungPro tax seminar] Mike and Greg. I'm extremely glad that I participated."

- Rich D.
Bethesda, MD

"I attended a recent embassy event and the rafting event. On both occasions, I had a very good time and met some interesting people. Each event has helped to further acclimate me into the D.C. area."

- J.W.
Physician, Bethesda, MD

Michael and Greg- It was a pleasure meeting you both at the home buying seminar yesterday evening and I'd like to thank you for providing the opportunity to speak. It was a truly a pleasure to speak to such an interested and focused audience, and by the number of people who stayed after the presentations to ask questions, I am confident that the session was beneficial to all who attended. Additionally, with the number of calls I've received so far today regarding credit approval, it is clear that many of the attendees are quite serious and are making the first step. As well, I want to commend you on your tremendous successes with the founding of D.C. Society of Young Professionals. My wife and I are extremely impressed with your organization and look forward to becoming quite active participants.

- Wesley Burdette

On June 19, I attended a performance by Washington Symphony Orchestra at the Wyndham Hotel. I was just looking for something to do and that sounded interesting to me. Luckily, it sounded interesting to someone else too. Mark and I sat two seats away from each other and hardly spoke during the performance and discussion, but we did wind up taking the blue line back to the Pentagon together and Mark asked me for my business card and emailed me the next day. To make a 5 month story short, I'd like to tell you that we became engaged on Saturday night at the Inn at Little Washington. I can't thank you enough for putting these events together. I am sure that there are numerous other stories like ours, but we just wanted to let you know that because of you we found love. Thank you!

Heather and Mark
Arlington, VA

"It is wonderful to be around such truly professional individuals in a fun and relaxed event that everyone gets an enormous amount of pleasure from. Each event that I have attended has helped me greatly to understand more about the different cultures of the nations we have visited, and I have sampled some wonderful wines, and food dishes."

"I always look forward to receiving an email from DC Young Pro, and finding out what new events they have planned. I cannot wait to attend them. I would love to attend them all, but unfortunately I cannot. It is great to get out and let your hair down from the office and still do some cultural and fun events."

- D.G.
The Nature Conservancy Arlington, VA

"I have immensely enjoyed every single DCYP event that I have attended. I met a fabulous woman at one who is now my fiancee! Many thanks to the DC Young Professionals for changing my life!"

- M.F.
Operations Analyst Reston, VA