Volunteer- it could change your life
By: Forbes Shannon, Co-lead, Volunteers
Picture this, you are volunteering at PHX SUW 2019, rocking the check-in table. You only signed up to volunteer because a month ago (that’s today) your friend (that’s me) told you it was a good idea. When the alarm went off this morning there was some regret at that decision, but you are a person of your word so you arrived early, ready to take on the day.
You’re reppin’ PHX with a smile on your face and coffee in your veins, welcoming awesome PHX people to SUW 2019, when you look up and see a face you recognize. Next in line to check in is the CEO of a large, local company who you have been trying your best to connect with, but have had no luck… yet. Introducing yourself with a firm handshake you welcome them to PHX SUW 2019, tell them you’re happy they’re here and that you’d love to connect sometime.
They smile, because everyone likes to be known, and tell you they’ll keep an eye out for you at lunch. That fateful lunch becomes the lunch legends are made of, and the rest is history… all because you decided to give back and be #generous with your time. It’s like a business romcom up in this place and your life is forever changed. #youarewelcome
Why else should you volunteer? Here are just a few reasons:
- Meet and network with other entrepreneurs
- Get to know other volunteers and the SUW leadership team
- Free Lunch and a sick T-shirt (there is such a thing as a free lunch!)
- Make sure everyone has a good time (it’s an easy gig!)
- Be the face of PHX SUW and our startup scene
- Give back to the community by supporting this event
- PHX SUW only happens because of volunteers! Join us! Own it! #TeamWork
PHX SUW 2019 is all about working together so PHX will #ThriveTogether- volunteering is a great way to get involved and make all your dreams come true. This is your friend Shannon telling you that you won’t regret it. See you soon!