Who We Are

Durham Young Professionals, a program of the Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce, is a dynamic group of individuals under age 40 who are dedicated to civic participation, professional and personal growth, and have a shared interest in Durham as a place to live, work and play. 

Mission Statement: To engage talented young professionals in Durham through professional development, networking, community service and social opportunities. 

Upcoming Activities

Click on the links below for more information and to register.  You can also visit our online calendar of events as new activities are added and updated periodically.  You're invited to check out all committee meetings- for more information, please contact the Committee Chairs. 

 
March 10          Chamber U: Multimedia and Business Success- The Art of Visual Communication

March 16          DYP Monthly Mingle at The King’s Daughters Inn 

March 17          Chamber U: Speed Networking with Steve Hand

March 24          Chamber U: Identifying Personalities Connections to Gain Clients 

March 31          Chamber U: A Look at Public Policy

Photos & Articles

For photos from past events, click here.

Check out the pictures from the last DYP volunteer event at Urban Ministries!

How to Join

As a benefit of membership in the Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce, all young professionals in the member company are eligible to receive a complimentary membership in the Durham Young Professionals.

DYP Memberships for non chamber members are $50 per year, per person. If you would like to check to see if your company is a member of the Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce, you can search our membership directory here.

For Member Companies:

Online: You can sign up your company's employees using this form. This is a great way to make sure all your young professional employees know about our upcoming events and opportunities, including ways to get involved.

By Mail: Simply click to access the DYP Membership Application and send it back to us.  We'll check to make sure you're a member company, and put you in our system.  No dues to pay! 

For Non-Member Companies:

By Mail: Simply click to access the DYP Membership Application and send it back to us with your membership dues. 

DYP Sponsorships are available. Click here for more information.

Membership Benefits:

• Invitation to DYP events

• Access to members only events

• Access to community volunteer opportunities

• Collective voice for young professionals in Durham

• Opportunity to build a network with other young professionals in Durham

• Discounted event fees and free networking and educational events

• DYP Perk Card discounts

• Educational and professional advancement opportunities

• Get connected in the Durham community

• Involvement in young professional subcommittees

DYP Perk Card Program

The Durham Young Professionals (DYP), are excited to introduce a discount card, the DYP Perk Card exclusively for DYP members!   The program is a great way for Durham Young Professional members to offer discounts and special promotions to fellow DYP members.  Discounts offer positive exposure for your business and can add value to your membership through increased traffic.  Any member in good standing may request to offer a discount;  however, the Chamber reserves the right to refuse any discount request.  Check back, as new discounts are updated periodically.

Click here to see the list of DYP Perk Card discounts! 

Click here to participate in the DYP Member Perk Card Program

Committees

Steering Committee

The Steering Committtee meets monthly to discuss progress, goals, events, concerns and topics of in interest to the DYP group and young professionals in the Durham area.  The Steering Committee meetings are open to any member of the DYP membership that wishes to get involved.  Email the Steering Committee chair, Byinna Crowder.  

DYP Ambassadors Committee

The DYP Ambassadors are an outgoing and engaging group of DYP members who serve as the goodwill arm of DYP by connecting with new members, facilitating networking and introductions, and assisting members in finding ways to get involved in DYP and the Durham community. From the development of new business relationships, personal friendships, and making a lasting impact on the community; the Ambassador program offers numerous benefits to its participants and the organizations we serve.  

Click here to learn more and meet the 2009-2010 DYP Ambassadors.

Membership

The Membership Committee strives to recruit new members and retain and engage current members.  Email the 2009 Membership chair, Kimberly Logan.

Communications

The Communications Committee is responsible for building the DYP brand and publicizing DYP throughout the community.  

Professional & Personal Development

The Professional and Personal Development Committee identifies and coordinates opportunities for our DYP’s to connect on professional and personal areas leading to a well balanced career.   Email the 2009 Professional & Personal Development chair, Cynthia Harris.

The Personal and Professional Development Committee wants to know what you think!  Complete the short survey to help the committee focus the 2010 events and goals.  If you complete the survey by December 1, you have a chance to win some great prizes!

Community/Civic Involvement

The Community/Civic Involvement Committee works with organizations to connect DYP’s with meaningful projects and encourages its members to give back to the Durham Community.   Email the 2009 Community/Civic Involvement chair, Tucker Bullock.

Social

The Social Committee is responsible for coordinating the many social activities that DYP has throughout the year. The goal of the committee is to organize events that appeal to a wide range of interests both within, and external to, our membership.  If you would like to get involved, please Email Tori Spaugh or Email Ema Temu, the 2009 Social Committee Co-Chairs.

Contact

If you are interested in hosting a social or networking event, please Email Kelsey Moore, Program and Events Coordinator for the Durham Chamber of Commerce.

To contact Durham Young Professionals, email dyp@durhamchamber.org or call the Chamber (919) 328-8733.

Special thanks to our DYP Program Sponsors