YP Nashville’s goal is to engage young professionals by connecting them to diverse opportunities for networking, professional development, and community involvement. We want to create space to allow you to get involved and make a difference in your company and our community. Throughout the year we present a unique line-up of programming and events that include influential speakers, networking, and professional development opportunities, including our Signature Event celebrating the rising stars in our community, The NELAS.
The NELAS celebrate the rising stars shaping Middle Tennessee’s future. Each year, the NELAS recognize our region’s emerging leaders—young professionals ages 21–40 across 17 industries—not just for professional excellence, but for their meaningful contributions to the community.
In a region fueled by innovation and civic engagement, young professionals are helping drive what’s next. They’re launching startups, leading teams, serving nonprofits, and building a stronger Nashville region. The NELAS shine a spotlight on these changemakers—our region’s next generation of leaders.
The Connect Fair is an after-hours, trade-show style networking event that connects young professionals to community impact opportunities with YP Nashville member organizations. The fair will get you plugged into Nashville’s expansive young professional network. The YP Nashville Connect Fair is an annual networking event co-hosted with our YP Nashville partners. This after-hours, trade-show style event connects young professionals to community impact opportunities with YP Nashville member organizations. One of the largest gatherings of young professionals in Nashville, the fair will get you plugged into Nashville’s expansive young professional network.
The Summit is a half-day conference that brings aspiring leaders from various industries together for insightful sessions, engaging speakers, and invaluable networking opportunities. YP Nashville Summit is a half-day conference focused on bringing aspiring leaders from various industries together for insightful sessions, engaging speakers, and invaluable networking opportunities. Registration for the 2025 YP Summit is now open, register below!
The Learning Series, a professional growth series designed for young professionals, features industry leaders sharing their wealth of knowledge on a range of specifically selected topics. This professional growth series designed for young professionals features industry leaders sharing their wealth of knowledge on a range of specifically selected topics.
The YP Council is a dynamic initiative launched in 2024. The council is designed to harness the energy, drive, and vision of the Nashville region’s young professionals. Reflecting the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce’s commitment to inclusive and forward-thinking leadership, the YP Council will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Nashville region.
The mission of the YP Council, “to connect, empower, and engage young professionals in the development of the Nashville region,” aligns with the Chamber’s longstanding goals of community development and business growth. With an age range of 21-49 years, the council brings together a diverse group of young leaders from various sectors, all united in their passion for contributing to Nashville region’s vibrant future.
The council will engage in year-round programming focused on professional development and networking, providing members with unparalleled opportunities to connect with like-minded peers and community leaders. Additionally, the council will serve as a conduit for young professionals seeking meaningful leadership, donor, and volunteer roles within the Nashville region.
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