Mission: The north yp network is a quality group of diverse young professionals working together to educate, network, and build relationships.

Young Professionals – The target group of adults for this group are between the ages of 21-35; however anyone may attend the events.  These young people should be in the early stages of their career path & we welcome people of all professions.

Educate: Throughout the year, the YP Group will have events that are designed to provide educational, professional and entrepreneurial development.  Topics will focus on leadership, effective networking, presentation skills and becoming a future leader, to name a few. Topics will focus on leadership, effective networking, presentation skills, and becoming a future leader.  Possible events may include: dinner etiquette, nonprofit/volunteer opportunities, political figure speakers, speed mentoring, entrepreneur speakers, financial planning, MBA/further education speakers, proper networking tips, cultural events, city liaison talks, sales calling tips/speakers, managing career & personal life, meet regional business leader, speech giving tips, etc.  

Network: The YP Group will host Speed Networking events three times per year. Other, smaller scale events will be held throughout the year as well.  These may include: happy hour networking events or breakfast and lunch events at unique venues in the northern Twin Cities area.  These events can be formal or informal depending on time allowed.   

Build Relationships: The YP group focuses on building relationships professionally and personally.  Throughout the year, the YP group will gather to network in smaller, informal group gatherings where all attendees have the opportunity to share business information and learn more about their peers. Possible events may include: speed networking, kickball tournament, bowling, laser tag, progressive dinner, Saints/Timberwolves/Twins/Wild/Swarm games, Riverboat Cruise, brewery tour, Movie Night, Holiday Light Tour, etc.