The Trust Point Young Professionals (TPYP) met in Minneapolis on Tuesday, May 12th for their second quarter 2026 event. The theme for this quarter’s meeting was “Discomfort in Growth”
Giving Back at Ronald McDonald House Charities
To start the day, the TPYP group volunteered at Ronald McDonald House Charities, Upper Midwest. The group helped with a variety of projects, including cleaning the community grills, raking, and organizing snack donations. Staff members also provided a tour and shared more about the meaningful work they do each day to support children facing serious illness, and their families. It was a rewarding opportunity for TPYP members to give back to the community while learning more about the mission and impact of Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Revisiting Goals and Thinking Like a CEO
After volunteering, the group traveled back to Trust Point’s Minneapolis office to dive into the theme of the day: discomfort in growth. Over a working lunch, President and CEO, Bill Bosch kicked things off with a ‘Think Like a CEO’ activity where real-life examples were proposed to the group, and members responded with their questions & thoughts on the situations. During this time, members also had the chance to revisit the goals they set at the Q1 2026 event and participate in a partner activity focused on accountability, reflection, and continued growth towards their goals.
Learning to Grow Through Discomfort
The afternoon featured several opportunities for learning and leadership insight. The group heard from Jen McGarry, Managing Director of the Trust Point Family Office, as she shared stories from her own career journey where she experienced discomfort in growth. From moving to a new state for a job or leaving one department to help spin off another one within the same company, Jen highlighted that career growth often requires navigating uncertainty, asking questions, taking small steps forward, and being willing to learn as you go. A key takeaway from Jen’s presentation was that discomfort can be a sign of progress, especially when it is paired with reflection, support, and recovery. She encouraged the young professionals to give themselves grace, find safe places to explore and experiment, lean on mentors and support networks, and view discomfort as progress rather than a threat.
The group also heard from Brian Boyer, Managing Director of the Minneapolis office during an interview-style discussion offering perspective on leadership, career growth, and the value of staying open to new opportunities. He also encouraged members to recognize their own strengths and trust their skillsets when stepping into new roles or unfamiliar situations.
Celebrating Graduates and Bold Next Steps
A special part of the afternoon included celebrating the graduations of Heather Jordan and Jen Sampson, who have completed their time in the program and acknowledging the growth, relationships, and contributions they have made along the way.
To close the event, participants contributed to a “One Bold Move” wall, sharing a personal or professional step they plan to take as they continue growing. This activity served as a thoughtful reminder that progress often begins with a willingness to move beyond what feels comfortable.
