genYP
Urbandale’s Young Professionals Group: genYP
Invest in yourself and expand your network with one of the most highly regarded young professional groups in the Des Moines area. GenYP empowers driven professionals ages 21–40 to build their business, elevate their brand, and connect with other emerging leaders.
Through structured networking events, a hands‑on professional development series, and meaningful community service opportunities, members gain the skills, relationships, and visibility they need to accelerate their careers. Some of our featured events include dynamic networking experiences, expert‑led learning sessions, and community projects that make a real impact.
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Ready to Join?
Any Urbandale area young professional between the ages of 21 and 40 is welcome to become a member of genYP. The annual cost is $50 for those employed by a Chamber-member company and $80 for those employed by a non-Chamber-member company (or those who are seeking employment). Don’t wait! Call us at (515) 331-6855 to get your membership started.
Thank you to our Investor!
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Join your fellow GenYP members for an impromptu Happy Hour this week! 🍹🌮
No agenda, just a casual afternoon to connect, catch up, and have some fun with other young professionals. Come hang out, grab a bite, enjoy a drink (or both!), and make some new connections.
We'll also be celebrating one of our longtime GenYP members, Blake, before she moves away. ❤️ If you've had the chance to know Blake over the years, this is the perfect opportunity to wish her well and send her off as she begins her next adventure!
📅 Wednesday, July 16
🕞 3:30 PM
📍 Hidalgo Mexican Bar & Grill, Urbandale
**Food and drinks are available for purchase, and everyone is responsible for their own tab.
Whether you're a longtime member or it's your first GenYP event, we'd love to see you there and feel free to bring a friend!
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☀️☕ Our Sunrise Social at Friedrich’s Coffee was the perfect way to kick off the morning! We enjoyed coffee, made new connections, toured the roastery, and heard the incredible story behind this family-owned business; from sourcing beans to supplying local coffee shops, filling our favorite mugs, and even making their way to retail shelves!
A huge thank you to Friedrich’s Coffee for welcoming us and sharing your passion with our genYP community!
Next up: our July genYPM hosted by Kading Properties, we can’t wait to see you there! 👋🏼
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This was so fun!! 🤩
Join us for our upcoming Sunrise Social this Wednesday, July 8th!
Friedrich’s Coffee Roastery will be hosting us and it’s sure to be a fun and caffeinated time! ☕️
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Ready to take your GenYP membership to the next level? 🌟
Applications are now open for the 2027 GenYP Leadership Team!
Serving on the Leadership Team is one of the best ways to maximize your GenYP membership, expand your network, develop leadership skills, and help shape the future of our young professional community. Your ideas, energy, and passion can make a real impact as we continue to help GenYP grow and thrive.
Whether you're looking to get more involved, build meaningful connections, or give back to the community, this is your opportunity to step into a leadership role and make a difference.
📅 Applications are due August 31, 2026.
🔗 Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBnRS7V_4Ps0NyYFi-hiOzpGydQmGqIlRLDXGL92znKBy2rw/viewform
Tag a GenYP member who should apply! 👇 #GenYP #YoungProfessionals #LeadershipDevelopment #GetInvolved
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Leadership is the best! So grateful for genYP!
Join us this Wednesday for our upcoming Sunrise Social event hosted by Financial Architects! ☕️
The perfect way to start your day making connections and growing your network! ☀️
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Three minutes is all it takes to make a business connection!
We had fun speed networking at our genYPM at @corephysicaltherapy
We can’t wait to see you at our next event! Check our calendars!
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Can’t wait for our next one and our Sunrise Social!!
Don't forget!!
We have a genYPM May 27th at Core Physical Therapy!
Come meet some new faces, grow your network, and have a blast.
We can't wait to see you there!
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So what have we been up to lately? 🤔
Two events a month, a whole lot of FUN, coffee, connections, and community ☀️🏀✨🔨
From sunrise socials and Networking 101 to genYPM’s and March Madness tournaments, this is your reminder that networking doesn’t have to feel intimidating. It can actually be something you look forward to.
If you’re wanting to get plugged in, grow your circle, and meet other awesome young professionals, come join us at our next event on May 27th!
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LAST CHANCE!
Tomorrow morning is our MAY Sunrise Social at Wreck N' Roll Rage room!
Wake up early and join us at 7:30am to rage!
Register here: businesses.uniquelyurbandale.com/events/details/genyp-sunrise-social-hosted-by-wreck-n-roll-rage-...
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Join us Wednesday May 13 for our Sunrise Social hosted by Wreck N' Roll Rage Room!
Our Sunrise Socials are the perfect events for our early birds to check out and support Chamber businesses all while growing your network and having fun at the same time.
Register today and bring a friend!
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Hey genYP - be sure to support each other by voting in the Urbandale Chamber of Commerce Best in Class awards! This is a great way to increase visibility for you and your fellow genYP members!
2026 Best in Class, presented by Midland Credit Union
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Next THURSDAY! Join us April 23rd at Urbandale Eyecare for a Sunrise Social! ☀
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your relationship-building skills or just meet some great people in the Des Moines area, this event is all about connection, conversation, and growth. Come ready to engage, have fun, and expand your circle! ☕🗨
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Such a great turnout at our CEO Roundtable event! Thank you to everyone who came out and made it such a fun and informative time! 🎉
A big thank you to our presenting sponsor, Spraytec Fertilizers, our host sponsor R&R Realty Group for their space, and our gold sponsor The Bake Shoppe for all the delicious goodies.
And of course, thank you to our incredible CEOs: Steve Casteel (Payteva), Karie Kading Ramsey (Kading Properties), Tricia Rivas (Trixies Salon & Spa + Culture Compass), David Siebert (NCMIC), and Amy Doyle (Mind & Spirit Counseling Center) for taking the time to share their stories, insights, and lessons learned along the way.
We loved getting the chance to connect, ask questions, and hear firsthand what’s helped shape their success across different industries.
Looking forward to the next one? Join us April 23 at Urbandale Eyecare for our Sunrise Social! 👓
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Check out our upcoming events!
TOMORROW (April 8th) Join us for our CEO Roundtable event, the perfect opportunity to get face-to-face with local business owners and hear more about their success and how you can grow in your career as well! It's not too late, register now!
We also have two Sunrise Socials coming up next, and these are awesome opportunities for growing your network, getting social, and learning a little more about our hosts!
See you there!
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The CEO Roundtable is one of those events where you don’t just sit and listen, you get real conversations with real leaders. You’ll rotate through small groups, ask your questions, and hear firsthand what it actually takes to lead, grow, and build a strong company culture.
Join us THIS WEDNESDAY April 8th from 8:00-10:30AM!
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Networking 101 was a SUCCESS!
Thank you to Carissa with Dale Carnegie for teaching us all things networking and a BIG thank you to 5 Borough Bagels for sponsoring our treats!
Want more professional development opportunities? Join us April 8th for our genYP CEO Roundtable!
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Make connections that actually count 👏
The CEO Roundtable is your chance to get in the room with some of the most successful leaders in the Des Moines area. Ask the questions you’ve been thinking about, hear real stories, and walk away with insight you can actually use. From leadership and career paths to building a strong company culture…nothing is off limits.
You’ll rotate through small groups with 5 CEOs, so it’s personal, interactive, and way more than your typical networking event.
📍 R&R Crescent Building
12421 Meredith Dr.
Urbandale, IA 50323
🗓 April 8
⏰ 8:00–10:30 AM
RSVP + bring a friend, this one always fills up fast ✨
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@followers Register here: tinyurl.com/3v5dk4zh
DEADLINE EXTENDED through March 18th!
There's still time to donate to the Walnut Creek YMCA and secure your March Madness bracket for our 2026 Challenge! 🏀
Donate $10 to get one bracket: operations.daxko.com/online/10003/OnlineGiving/Donation.mvc?campaign_id=7459
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Recent events recap! We had a blast at our Kickoff event and our GenYPM. Be sure to come to our next events to join in on the fun! ⭐
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Networking 101 is TOMORROW morning! ☕✨
Join us to learn some helpful networking tips and tricks while connecting with other young professionals in the area. Whether you're a seasoned networker or just getting started, this is a great chance to meet new people and grow your circle.
Can’t wait to see you there! 👏
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Calling all young professionals in the Des Moines area!
genYP is hosting Networking 101 on Wednesday, March 11 from 8:00–9:30 a.m. at Dale Carnegie of Iowa — and it's completely free to attend.
This session is built for professionals who want to sharpen the skills that actually move careers forward: active listening, meaningful conversation, and building connections that last. Led by Carissa Rainey of Dale Carnegie, expect practical, actionable takeaways you can put to use immediately.
Whether you're early in your career or just looking to network with more intention, this is worth your Wednesday morning.
Register today! (link in comments)
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Carissa is the best! This will be such a great workshop!
Can’t wait!
It’s time for a little friendly competition 🏀✨
Our genYPM March Madness Bracket Contest is officially live! Brackets are $10 each (buy as many as you’d like 😉) and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Walnut Creek YMCA. Purchase by March 15th to join in on the fun!
Get your brackets here:
operations.daxko.com/online/10003/OnlineGiving/Donation.mvc?campaign_id=7459&campaigner_id=11208902
Grab your bracket, make your picks, and join us at the Walnut Creek YMCA for basketball, networking, and a live bracket update on March 25th. Top 3 win prizes — and of course, the ultimate bragging rights.
Let the madness begin! 🏆
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Join us for our upcoming events! We have a fun-filled lineup for March and April that you won't want to miss.
Register now and bring a friend!
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Can't wait!
