MEMBERSHIP:

CYP is driving to 5 years -it’s time for a fresh look at CYP. Join now and you will get a buddy pass to bring a friend to an event for free. You can also take advantage of our new membership packages, designed to provide more value.

We are THE resource for young professionals in Charleston.

Here are 5 reasons to be a member:

 1 – We connect young professionals with accomplished leaders in the community through our mentor program – nearly 130 young professionals have participated to date.
2 – We are working for change in Lowcountry workplaces by addressing differences between generations. Through our efforts, we want to create more cohesive workplaces with flexible schedules, training opportunities, and benefit packages desired by YPs. 
3 – We’ve doubled the number of young professionals we bring together each month at YP Wednesday – reaching up to100 attendees – where we provide access to jobs and new business opportunities.
4 – We have enhanced our professional development series to focus on four events a year that address issues that directly affect young professionals in the Charleston community. 
5 – We are connecting young professionals with opportunities in the community by launching a new non-profit board training program to put more YPs in leadership roles, connecting YPs with community volunteer opportunities, and giving YPs a voice on non-profit boards.

Connect with accomplished leaders in the community through the free mentor program – nearly 130 young professionals have participated to date. 50% discount on admission to monthly YP Wednesdays where you can network with up to 100 YPs with access to jobs and new business connections through this opportunity. 40% discount on admission to quarterly professional development events that address issues that directly affect young professionals in the Charleston community. Benefit from CYPs advocacy for change in Lowcountry workplaces. CYP is addressing differences between generations and advocating to create more cohesive workplaces with flexible schedules, training opportunities, and benefit packages desired by YPs. Join a sub-committee to get additional networking opportunities and name recognition. Be a leader with other YPs. Be involved in an initiative that strives to bring awareness to the importance of young professionals and their ability to impact economic growth in the Charleston region. Participate in a new non-profit board training program designed to put more YPs in leadership roles and connect with the community (coming summer 2010). Get discounts to area attractions and events, plus learn about volunteer opportunities in the community where you can connect with other YPs. Access to community leaders, leadership training, new and existing businesses as well as opportunities to visit local companies and venues. Opportunity to feature yourself/your company in the monthly CYP e-newsletter YP Access. Your member spotlight includes photo, name, company name and contact information, and quote and will be seen by more than 1,000 people. To be spotlighted, email Courtney Smith at cxsmith@daktronics.com. Engage in a network of several hundred dynamic, young professionals, who share similar desire and drive to improve personal career development and professional community. Unique YP-to-YP marketing, advertising and sponsorship opportunities offered through CYP publications and events

$50 – CYP Membership (Includes: One year CYP membership) $125 – Membership Plus 10 (value: $170) Includes: One year CYP membership, entrance to 10 CYP events (YP Wednesdays or professional development luncheons) $200 – All-Inclusive Membership (value: $255) Includes: One year CYP membership, entrance to 15 CYP events (all YP Wednesdays and professional development luncheons), entrance to the annual event in August To purchase membership packages contact Lindsey Pakkala at 843.805.3102. Join NOW!