Lincoln Young Professionals
Your People. Your Purpose. Your Place.
Lincoln Young Professionals Group (LYPG) is a program of the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce. Founded in 2006, LYPG was created to bring early-career professionals together while showcasing Lincoln as an incredible place to live, work and play. Grounded in four core pillars, LYPG's programming is designed to help young professionals connect, grow, and do the most (in the best way).
LYPG is your place to find your people - building personal and professional relationships that will last the next 20 years and beyond. It's your place to find your purpose - develop skills to grow your career, give back to our community, and find your voice on the issues that matter most.
Our Mission
Empowering Lincoln's young professionals through learning, networking, leadership, community involvement and impact
Our Vision
Young professionals will drive progress and build a dynamic, connected community where they can thrive and lead through professional growth and leadership opportunities
Find your people. Find your purpose. And most importantly, find your place.
Sip, mingle, repeat! Join fellow young pros for Sip + Socialize at Downtown Lincoln's newest addition, The Drury Plaza Hotel! Meet amazing people, sip something delicious and get an inside look at their space!
This event is open to both members and nonmembers with a fee. If you are interested in joining LYPG, see our website for more details or email Mia Drennon today!
Our annual June golf tournament brings members and nonmembers together for a full day on the course, no matter what your skill level is. Register as a foursome or sign up as an individual, and enjoy networking, friendly competition, and fun along the fairway. Companies can also get in on the action with hole sponsorships and connect directly with players throughout the day.
Signature Events
YPG Golf Tournament
Our annual June golf tournament brings members and nonmembers together for a full day on the course, no matter what your skill level is. Register as a foursome or sign up as an individual, and enjoy networking, friendly competition, and fun along the fairway. Companies can also get in on the action with hole sponsorships and connect directly with players throughout the day.
YP Week
YP Week is our biggest, boldest week of the year. Held each October, it features up to nine events across five days, all centered around our four pillars: networking, professional development, philanthropy and public policy education. It's a full year of YP programming packed into one high-energy week.
Each December, we wrap up the year by celebrating our wins, reflecting on impact, and connecting with fellow YPs. The Year-End Celebration is part recognition, part networking and the perfect way to close out the year together.
2025-2027 LYPG Strategic Plan Strategic Plan Areas
AREA 1: Membership Recruitment, Retention & Engagement
Goal 1.1 - Grow LYPG membership to at least 350 dues-paying members by the end of 2027.
Goal 1.2 - Increase 3-year retention rate to at least 40-50% for new members.
Goal 1.3 - Achieve 80%+ new member engagement within the first 90 days through onboarding and targeted touchpoints.
AREA 2: Professional Development
Goal 2.1 – Enhance and expand professional growth opportunities for Lincoln’s young professionals by developing diverse, high-impact programming and resources that support career advancement, skill development, and leadership readiness.
Goal 2.2 - Build a statewide collaboration network by forming strategic partnerships with other young professional or membership-based groups and enabling cross-promotion across platforms.
Goal 2.3 - Support Lincoln Chamber of Commerce in Vitality Lincoln Key Initiative “Design and launch a mentorship program for future community champions.”
Area 3: Community Engagement & Education
Goal 3.1 – Establish LYPG as a key connector between young professionals and community-based nonprofit opportunities.
Goal 3.2 – Grow YPGives into an annual citywide service initiative, engaging multiple nonprofit partners in one day of giving back.
Goal 3.3 – Strengthen LYPG’s role as a champion of Lincoln’s evolving culture by supporting local initiatives, sharing events and new business stories with the LYPG membership.
Goal 3.4 – Foster civic literacy and participation on key policy topics and processes through education on state, county, and city governance, in partnership with community organizations.
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Become A Sponsor!
As a sponsor, your business directly contributes to building an energetic, dynamic community where young professionals thrive. In return, your young professionals receive a complimentary YPG membership, unlocking a wealth of opportunities for personal and professional development.
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