Young Professionals Group

Who We Are

The Young Professionals Group is made up of business professionals and corporate leaders between the ages 21 – 39 who are ready to work hard, play hard and make a positive impact on the greater community of Anchorage. YPG was created in June of 2014 and is the largest young professional organization in Alaska with over 400 engaged members.

YPG averages dozens of professionals per event, and has implemented a variety of avenues for professionals to develop key business skills and strategies, grow personally and professionally, and provide unique networking opportunities with other motivated and social professionals.

YPG Monthly Meetings - Meet other young professionals looking to collaborate on community service projects, social mixers, collaborative conferences, business development workshops, or the next seminar topic.

YPG Monthly Networking Luncheons - Come and meet fellow young professionals from around Anchorage in a casual environment to eat and sip while socializing and talking politics, business, and what’s currently going on in Anchorage and the world.

CEO Luncheon Series - At the CEO Luncheons, attendees have the unique opportunity to personally network with successful, local leaders with years of experience from various industries across Alaska. Hear about their journey to becoming a CEO and take the opportunity to ask questions or for advice.

Brews with the Boss - The YPG's Brews with the Boss series gives you the unique opportunity to personally network with successful, local leaders with years of experience from various industries across Alaska.

YPG Social Mixer - YPG Social Mixers are after hours from 5 to 7 pm at various establishments around Anchorage featuring food and drinks, activities, live music, and many great opportunities to network.

Alaska Young Professionals Summit - The Summit, a two-day conference, hosts a series of immersive sessions and compelling seminars presented by successful and experienced government, business, and community leaders. Attendees are fueled by a phenomenal keynote speaker, insightful panel discussions, and have the opportunity to connect with experts. Programs and events are geared toward all levels of employees and executives and welcomes professionals of all industries. GO TO EVENT PAGE

YPG Gift - Each year, the YPG focuses their volunteer efforts on a specific cause. This year, the YPG chose senior citizens and will be volunteering with organizations like the Anchorage Senior Center and the Food Bank of Alaska. In 2018, the YPG provided gifts for over 30 adults with developmental disabilities through The Arc of Anchorage, and in 2017 provided gifts for over 30 children with incarcerated parents through Salvation Army.

Adopt-a-Precinct - The YPG is giving back to the community by adopting the Creekside Park Elementary School voting precinct. Join us on November 3rd! Sign up at signup.com/go/nmczniE.