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Committee Application
Are you a Young Professional who is hoping to do the following?
- Further develop your leadership skills
- Gain valuable, tangible experience
- Expand your network and create long-lasting relationships
- Make a positive impact on the community
- Have FUN!
If so, the West YP committee is a great opportunity for you!
Terms: Chair, Vice-Chair, and Past-Chair are 1 year terms. All other positions are 2 year terms.
Submit an application at the bottom of this page if you’re interested in a below OPEN position. .
NOTE! TWO POSITIONS CURRENTLY OPEN, SEE BELOW. APPLICATIONS CLOSE FEBRUARY 20, 2023.
The chair is responsible for leading committee meetings, oversees committee progress towards strategic goals, and serves as the liaison between the West YP Committee and Chamber team. This individual serves on the Executive Committee and has the option of moving into the Past-Chair seat the following year.
The Vice-Chair is responsible for scheduling committee meetings, taking & distributing minutes, managing the committee roster and points system, and taking attendance at both committee meetings and West YP events. This individual serves on the Executive Committee and will move into the Chair seat the following year.
The Past-Chair will serve in an advisory role to the new Chair as they transition into the new year. They will help support the Chair and overall committee and will help the Chair lead the annual committee retreat.
The two membership co-chairs work together to actively recruit young professionals to join West YP. Current members can also be encouraged to bring guests to expose interested individuals to what the program has to offer.
The Marketing Chairs are responsible for creating content for social media, sending post-event emails with pairings, and generating other marketing materials for events and the program as a whole.
The Social Co-Chairs are responsible for coordinating the social events throughout the year. These have a focus on networking while providing a memorable experience to the young professionals. This individual will also help lead the conversation for the future year’s programming planning.
The Professional Development Co-Chairs are responsible for coordinating the various events throughout the year that focus on professional and personal development topics. This individual will also help lead the conversation for the future year’s programming planning.
The Philanthropy Chair is responsible for coordinating an annual drive as well as an annual group volunteer opportunity for West YP members to enjoy.
We have an additional opportunity to get involved on the Marketing Sub-Committee!
In 2023, in an effort to expand our reach and support our growing membership, we are looking to add to some of our existing committees. If you are interested in assisting and gaining experience as a sub-committee member, please see the two open positions below. Deadline to apply: February 20, 2023.
This individual will have a talent and interest in copy writing. Their skills will help elevate West YP’s line of marketing and communication strategies through our monthly newsletters with support from the graphic designer.
This individual will have experience with social media platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. They will get to build and manage a social media calendar with support from the graphic designer. They will help elevate West YP’s online presence through increased engagement with members and local businesses.
Meet the leaders currently on the West YP Committee at the bottom of this page.