Our Pillars
About
At Elevate Amarillo, our mission is rooted in fostering the growth and success of Amarillo's young professionals. To support that mission, we lean on four key pillars that serve as the foundation of our work:
Professional Development, Leadership Development, Mentorship, and Philanthropy & Community Outreach.
Each of these pillars reflects our commitment to empowering individuals, strengthening community connections, and building a vibrant future for Amarillo. Through innovative programs and a dedication to excellence, we work to create opportunities that inspire and support the next generation of leaders in our community. Explore each of our pillars to learn how they contribute to our mission and drive lasting impact.
Professional Development
Elevate Amarillo is focused on expanding and connecting Amarillo's young professionals with opportunities to increase their knowledge, competence, skills, and overall effectiveness. We host various events such as happy hour networking meetups and educational events that are focused on building skill sets that serve in specific professional capacities. Visit our events page to see what we have coming. Members get the first notification and tickets to all of our events.
Leadership Development
Elevate Amarillo works to prepare young professionals to perform in leadership roles in the community’s business, civic, and governmental organizations. We understand that leadership comes in many different forms and is often a journey without an exact destination. In the initial stages of our careers, we are primarily focused on learning as much as we can about what we are doing. Once we pass the learning phase, we begin to look for opportunities to take the next step. With a firm foundation below us, we begin to look around at chances within our organizations and communities to do something that is beyond us.
Mentorship
Elevate recognizes the value of mentorship and actively works to identify mentors across various industries in Amarillo. Our goal is to help members build meaningful relationships with experienced professionals who can share their knowledge and guidance. Mentorship offers mutual benefits—both personally and professionally. It’s an opportunity to enhance communication skills, gain fresh perspectives, explore new approaches to challenges, and foster career growth for both the mentor and mentee.
Philanthropy & Civic Engagement
Giving back to the community is at the heart of Elevate Amarillo. We work hard to create meaningful opportunities for young professionals to make lasting impacts in Amarillo. By connecting our members with local organizations and initiatives, we hope to inspire a culture of service and leadership. Whether it’s through volunteering, organizing community events, or supporting local causes, we are dedicated to growing a spirit of generosity and collaboration. Together, we’re building a stronger, more vibrant Amarillo for everyone.
