Young Professionals Group
Our Mission
To connect diverse young professionals across the area to create a force that will both strengthen and grow Anchorage and its community, with the ultimate goal of attracting even more young professionals to share their talents and make Anchorage their home.
Why Join YPG?
Whether you're an Anchorage local or new to the city, joining the YPG helps you build roots in the community and develop your career. Through networking events, professional development opportunities, and unique volunteer experiences, you will make new friends and become a community leader.
Monthly Meeting:
2nd Tuesday of the month, 4:00-5:00 pm at the Anchorage Chamber Board Room (1016 W 6th Ave., Ste. 304)
Networking Luncheons:
Last Friday of the month, 11:30 am-1:00 pm
Can't get out of the office? Here's what to tell your boss:
Sending young professionals to YPG is a win-win. They’ll build valuable skills, grow their professional network, and gain confidence while feeling supported and appreciated by their employer. It’s a great way to invest in your employees and help advance business and Anchorage.
Ready to get involved?
Joining is simple. Start attending our meetings and events. Anchorage Chamber membership is not required, but encouraged.
Do you have an opportunity for young professionals?
Meet Our Executive Board
Chair
Vlad Finko
Alaska Wealth Advisors
Vice Chair
Jessica Kopischke
Frontier Health and Wellness
Community Service Chair
Iman Allen
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC)
Events Chair
Sam Lilly
Alzheimer's Resource Alaska
Membership Chair
Carolina Lima
First National Bank Alaska
Secretary
Kyle Bunger
Visit Anchorage
Executive Fellow
Melvin Charles
Credit Union 1
Executive Fellow
Matthew Jenkins
Anchorage Park Foundation
Executive Fellow
Krystal Ochap
Northrim Bank & DIJ
Executive Fellow
Toni Peter
ConocoPhillips
Where to Find Us Next
Hear from Our Members
"The Chamber has wonderfully connected me to the business community and, even greater, the community as a whole. Since joining the Young Professionals Group, my volunteer time has connected me to other young professionals, businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders while in service to Anchorage."
- Jen Motyka, Founder/Owner, Blitz Solutions
"The Young Professionals Group within the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce holds a special place in my heart. Composed of passionate, bright, and driven individuals, YPG is helping lead the way into the future. Through programs such as the annual Young Professionals Summit, YPGers are exposed to C-Suite level executives, CEOs, and other mentors from Alaska that encourage and champion professional development, goal-based actions, and community engagement. YPG not only advances positive business connections, but personal connections as well. I have made some of my closest friends through YPG and the Chamber, people that share a passion for the community of Anchorage, people that believe in working together to make our town the best place it can be, and people that genuinely rejoice in the accomplishments of their peers."
- Skye Nevada, Operations Manager, The Bridge
"Since joining the Anchorage Young Professionals Group and having the opportunity to serve on its executive board, I’ve made some of the best networking connections and friendships yet in this community! The Chamber and YPG is hands down one of Anchorage’s best business assets to be apart of."
- Shaina Aguon, Innovate
- Kirstin Bruner, Communications & Marketing Manager, The Aleut Corp.
What YPG Looks Like
Get in Touch
Questions? Send us a message at ypg@anchoragechamber.org
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