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October 22, 2026

YPG | Closing the Year Strong: Time, Energy, & Action

Date: October 22, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location:
DLAB - Boardroom
18 E Main Street
Rapid City, SD 57701

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As the year comes to a close, how can you make the most of your time and energy?

Join Rapid City’s Young Professionals Group for an exclusive luncheon with Kristine Watts, Senior Manager of Brand and Strategic Communications at Black Hills Energy. In this session, Kristine will explore practical strategies to help you focus on what matters 
most, maintain momentum, and take intentional action. You’ll leave with tools to finish the year strong and start the year ahead with purpose.

About the Speaker:

Kristine Watts

Kristine Watts is the Senior Manager of Brand and Strategic Communications at Black Hills Energy. Her career has spanned strategy, human resources, communications, and higher education, with a shared focus on helping people and organizations navigate change and achieve their goals. As a certified health coach, she is passionate about helping people thrive personally and professionally.
Kristine holds bachelor’s degrees in political science, communications, and 
journalism from South Dakota State University and a master’s degree in public administration from the University of South Dakota. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors with family and friends, gardening, golfing, painting, and reading.
 
RSVP Deadline is Tuesday, October 20. 
 
Thank you to our Lunch Sponsor!
 

This event is free for all YPG Members. Not a Member? Submit your membership application and dues HERE.

We encourage anyone who is interested in YPG to join us for this event - tickets are available for non-members at $15/person. 

YPG is intended for young professionals who are 21-40 years old.

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Ticket TypePriceQuantity
Non-Member $15.00
YPG Member Free

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