Young Professionals

Association of Louisville

The Premier Professional & Social Networking

Group for 20-and-30 Somethings

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Young

Professionals

Association of

Louisville

The Premier Professional & Social Networking Group for 20-and-30 Somethings

Join YPAL

See Events

CONNECT. ENGAGE. DEVELOP.

Upcoming Events

YPAL offers a variety of events and meetings, allowing you to participate in the ones that fit your schedule, goals and needs. Members enjoy discounted or free admission to events, but everyone is welcome to attend. View our calendar for a complete list of upcoming meetings, networking events and community gatherings.

The Young Professionals Association of Louisville (YPAL) provides leadership development, educational opportunities, and philanthropic support to Louisville’s Young Professionals for the benefit of the local community. The mission of YPAL is to connect, engage, and develop metro Louisville’s young professionals through community, professional, and social opportunities.

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CONNECT. ENGAGE. DEVELOP.

The Young Professionals Association of Louisville (YPAL) provides leadership development, educational opportunities, and philanthropic support to Louisville’s Young Professionals for the benefit of the local community. The mission of YPAL is to connect, engage, and develop metro Louisville’s young professionals through community, professional, and social opportunities.

Learn More

Upcoming Events

YPAL offers a variety of events and meetings, allowing you to participate in the ones that fit your schedule, goals and needs. Members enjoy discounted or free admission to events, but everyone is welcome to attend. View our calendar for a complete list of upcoming meetings, networking events and community gatherings.

Young Leaders Awards

Date: 03/26/2019 Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm

Members Only Event: Behind the Scenes Tour of the New Logan Street Market

Date: 04/11/2019 Time: 8:00am – 9:00am

Excelerate Workshop: Project Management

Date: 04/16/2019 Time: 12:00pm – 4:00pm

Over 1000 members and growing.

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Over 1000 members and growing.

Join YPAL

“YPAL introduced me to business leaders and other young professionals I would not have met otherwise and helped me become more involved in my local community. It was an enriching experience that has shaped the professional I am today.” – Sally G.

“…amazing opportunity to expand my personal and professional network…” – Drew E.

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Non-Profit Spotlight

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Housing Report

Be sure to read on the Housing Report from this month, courtesy of Parker & Klein! RATES As of February 14, 2019 Conventional 30 YR. 4.500% Down .125% from last month Conventional 15 YR. 4.000% Down .125% from last month FHA 30 YR. 4.000% Down .125% from last...

Summer internship opportunity with YPAL!

About YPAL: The Young Professionals Association of Louisville (YPAL) provides leadership development, educational opportunities and philanthropic support to Louisville’s young professionals for the benefit of the local community. The mission of YPAL is to connect,...

YPAL 2019-2020 Board Applications: Now Open!

YPAL Board of Directors Applications 2019-2020 YPAL is a volunteer organization for young professionals, run by a board of young professionals, and we’re looking for our next leadership team! Over the course of this 1-year commitment, you will get an inside look into...

YPAL’s Toast to 20: Geoffrey White

Geoffrey White is a former YPAL board member, who now serves as the Member-in-Charge at Frost Brown Todd's Louisville office. Learn more about the previous YPAL President below! Where do you work? Frost Brown Todd LLC Tell us about your involvement with...

Featured Member: Kathleen Jones

This month's Featured YPAL Member blog post is about Kathleen Jones, of Shred415! What is your day job? I'm the owner of Shred415 Highlands. How are you involved with YPAL? I moved to Louisville in July of 2018 and immediately joined YPAL to get involved in the...

Parker & Klein introduces: Demystifying Chemical Deicers

Try these options and go easier on your driveway, pets and landscaping The chemicals in deicers are toxic to plants and animals. Many types of treatments will pit cement causing thousands of dollars in damage and repair. LINK HERE for concise information...

YPAL’s Toast to 20: Eric Gunderson

Eric Gunderson is a former YP board member (he's been President, Director of Public Issues and VP of Community!) and now owns his own Marketing Firm. Read more about our former leader: What is your name? Eric Gunderson Where do you work? Gunderson Marketing Tell us...

Mission Behind Bars and Beyond (MB3)

Mission Behind Bars and Beyond (MB3) is a Kentucky non-profit that works with people who are incarcerated and soon to be returning to our community. We train and provide mentors, offer life skills classes, assist in workforce development and make available pastoral...

Emerging Leaders Program Graduation – Fall 2018

YPAL is proud to introduce the twenty-six graduates of its Fall 2018 Emerging Leaders Program. These twenty-six young professionals were selected to participate in YPAL’s twelfth Emerging Leaders Program presented by Jefferson National. Over the past three months,...