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Young Professionals Network (YPN)

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ATTENTION BUSINESS LEADERS & EMPLOYERS:

Empower Your Emerging Leaders – Support Their Involvement in YPN
Investing in your young professionals is investing in the future of your business. By encouraging their involvement in the Young Professionals Network (YPN), you’re giving them the tools to grow, connect, and lead—all while representing your organization within the community.

Why support your team’s involvement in YPN?
✔ Professional Development – Builds leadership, communication, and networking skills
✔ Increased Retention – Employees feel valued and connected
✔ Community Engagement – Strengthens your company’s presence in the region
✔ Fresh Perspective – They bring back new ideas, energy, and insight

Help shape tomorrow’s leaders by supporting their growth today.
Encourage your team to get involved with YPN!

You have the ability to add any of your employees to your membership in the info hub portal by logging into your account here. Or direct them to this page to sign up below.

Thank You To Our YPN Partners - You Make This Program Possible!

4 Tier FINAL YPN Sponsorships with updates (3)

YPN Vision Statement:
"To empower and connect young professionals by fostering a vibrant community that promotes networking and continuous learning, inspiring personal and professional growth through shared experiences and collaborative opportunities."

Please use this form to express interest in learning more/attending the Young Professionals Network (YPN) of Jefferson County, West Virginia. Someone from the YPN committee will contact you with additional information or with any questions! 

Any questions about the YPN please contact Kayla Launi at the Chamber office by phone 304-725-2055 or by email Kayla@JeffersonCountyWVChamber.org

YPN Committee:

Chair: Kayla Launi, Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

Andrea Icenhower, Black Diamond Realty

Katlyn Simmons, Harpers Ferry Park Association

Staci Knisley, Smallwood & Small Insurance Agency

Emma Pedraza, Potomac Bank

Shelby Turley, Steptoe & Johnson PLLC

UPCOMING EVENTS

2026 Young Professionals SAVE THE DATES

2026 Dates

Q1 Mixer New Year, New Me - 1/22/2026

Q2 Mixer Race Into Spring - 4/23/2026

Q3 Mixer Event TBD - 7/23/2026

Q4 Mixer Event TBD - 10/22/2026

Additional events to be added for 2026! Please check back for updates or sign up for our mailing list.

Photos from Past Events!