Durham Young Professionals

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.  

  • July 6: Civic & Community Involvement Committee Meeting, 5:45 p.m., Shiki Sushi, Durham.
  • July 8: Communications & Membership Committee Meeting, 1 p.m., Elmo's Diner, Durham.
  • July 13: Professional & Personal Development Committee Meeting, 4 p.m., Hammocks Coffee, Durham.
  • July 28: Social Committee Kickoff Meeting, 4 p.m., West End Wine Bar, Durham. *All DYP members encouraged to attend!*
  • August 5: DYP Steering Committee Meeting, 4 p.m., West End Wine Bar, Durham. *All new and current DYP members encouraged to attend!*
  • September 2: DYP Steering Committee Meeting, 4 p.m., West End Wine Bar, Durham. *All new and current DYP members encouraged to attend!  There will be a prize drawing for attendees!*

Photos & Articles

For photos from past events, click here.

Read the article about Casino Night that ran in Durham's Herald-Sun!

How to Join

Online: Click here to fill out the application and pay by credit card

By Mail: Simply click to access the DYP Membership Application and send it back to us. See the information below about membership fees. For additional information, email dyp@durhamchamber.org.

Cost:

  • Chamber members: $25pp (To see if your company is a chamber member, search here)
  • Non Members: $50pp
  • Students: $15pp
  • Corporate Membership: $200 (Includes 10 memberships)

DYP Sponsorships are available. Click here for more information.

Renewals: All DYP memberships are good for one year from the join date.  Membership may be renewed at a DYP event or by mail.  For current DYP members who do not know when their membership will expire, please check the lists below

Membership Renewal List: By Date (As of 3/2009)

Membership Renewal List: By Last Name (As of 3/2009)

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.  

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.

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.

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

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

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