Formed in 2002 and affiliated with the Ames Chamber of Commerce, YPA exists to connect young professionals with each other, the business community, and the city in which we live, work and play.
Mission To be leaders dedicated to improving the quality of life in Ames, and to establish a community of young professionals dedicated to building and fostering relationships through:
Leadership development
Professional development
Community Outreach
Cultural and social opportunities
Vision
To be the lead organization committed to developing Ames’ young professionals through relationship building and education.
Lead the Way with YPA: According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, by 2012, two employees will be eligible for retirement for every one person entering the workforce.
As the availability of leadership roles continues to increase, young professionals of today are needed to lead the charge.
Why YPA?
Upcoming Events
Get involved
Meet new people, make new friends
Build your professional network
Give back to the community
Educate yourself
Get your name out
Plan events
Make your mark
Have fun!
Take it to the next level...
Join YPA today and become a part of something greater - the YP movement.
Young Professionals of Ames is affiliated with Ames Chamber of Commerce.
To be the lead organization committed to developing Ames’ young professionals through relationship building and education.
