Greater Phoenix Urban League Young Professionals

Special thanks to our incredible panelists, Teniqua Broughton, Quantá Crews, CRA, and Dee M. for an impactful event and to our moderators, Britney Sudana (YP Leadership & Development Chair), and Madison Brown (ASU YP CoNext Mentee) for guiding the conversations. If you missed it, just know gems were dropped, and our young professionals soaked it all in. Hearing from those who share our experience navigating social and professional spaces is truly inspiring. Thank you for sharing your journeys and showing our communities what’s possible. We also want to send our thanks to Dr. Victoria Iyamba and Deloitte for hosting our event at their Tempe location. If you’re not a Phoenix YP member yet, we welcome you to join us at our upcoming public events to connect with our community and to see if our organization is the right fit for you. Our next event is March 27th, and executive board election materials go out in April. We look forward to having you as part of the movement!

Join us Tuesday, March 18th for Dinner with an Executive!

In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Greater Phoenix Urban League Young Professionals will be hosting an inspiring panel of women executives and community leaders from across Arizona. This exclusive event provides young professionals and ASU CoNext mentees with a unique opportunity to connect with influential women who are making an impact in their industries and communities. Why Attend??? Gain valuable career insights from accomplished women leaders?? Network with professionals and mentors across various industries?? Engage in meaningful discussions about leadership, growth, and success Space is limited, so be sure to register early. Register @ https://lnkd.in/ga7i99qc This is an event you don’t want to miss!

That’s a wrap for Phoenix YP Join week 2025! ?? Thank you to everyone that joined us at an event, referred a friend to our chapter or just engaged with us via our socials! In honor of our 20th anniversary, we’re offering a special $65 membership discount— ending TODAY, February 23rd! There’s never been a better time to become a member. Don’t miss this chance to connect, lead, and make an impact with Greater Phoenix Urban League Young Professionals. ?? Visit our website and select the “Join Week Special” to claim your discount! Join us today @ https://lnkd.in/gqBk-W_m #GPULYP #JoinWeek #20YearsStrong #LevelUp #YoungProfessionals #JoinWeek2025

Meet More of Our YP Members! We’re back with another YP Member Spotlight, introducing more of the incredible professionals who make GPULYP a powerhouse of impact and excellence! ?? Natalie Washington | Class of 2024?Natalie joined YP through the ASU CoNext Mentorship Program, which gave her the perfect way to give back to both her alma mater and the local BIPOC community. ? Danielle Campbell | Class of 2022?Danielle joined YP to connect with like-minded change makers, and she found a supportive community that challenges, uplifts, and pushes each other toward growth and excellence. ?? Suma Hodge | Class of 2015?Suma, our 10 year member, has built lasting community connections through YP that have helped her grow professionally and personally. She loves how YP provides spaces for young professionals to shine and be seen! YP is more than a network—it’s a movement! Are you ready to be part of something bigger? Join us today! #YPSpotlight #JoinWeek #GPULYP #InspireImpact #Memberspotlight #JoinWeek2025 #phoenixulyp

Join Phoenix YP at Archwood at Eastlake tomorrow, Saturday, February 22nd from 4pm-9pm. A Taste of Melanin will be hosting an amazing event and we will be engaging with the community at our suite, letting you know all about our YP Chapter! As part of?Join Week, we will be?collecting donations?to support?Maggie's Place a nonprofit dedicated to providing safe housing and a nurturing community for homeless pregnant women, empowering them to thrive throughout their lives. We will be collecting the following?much-needed?items?at this event: ?? TOILETRIES?– Adult toothbrushes/toothpaste, shampoo/conditioner, razors, deodorant, body lotion/wash, loofahs, postpartum essentials, feminine hygiene products ?? CLEANING SUPPLIES?– Laundry detergent, liquid dish soap/detergent, Febreze, foam bathroom and toilet bowl cleaner, 13-gallon trash bags, brooms, dustpans, Clorox wipes ?? PAPER PRODUCTS?– Toilet paper, paper towels, tissues Your generosity will make a meaningful impact! Thank you for your support :) Free Registration to the event @ https://lnkd.in/gQCMNAPz Reminder: new members will receive a discounted membership for your first year if you sign up by February 23rd! Become a member: https://lnkd.in/gqBk-W_m #joinweek2025 #nulyp #TheMovement #phoenixulyp

T-1 day to unlock the keys to your financial success and build a brighter future. Join us tomorrow, February 19th at 6pm (MST) for our Pathways to Prosperity: Unlocking Financial Freedom virtual event! This empowering session features expert-led presentations designed to equip young professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate their financial journey with confidence. Event Details:?Date:?February 19?Time:?6:00pm?(MST)?Location:Virtual Register @ https://lnkd.in/gvxsFzqs Whether you’re looking to better understand wealth-building strategies or take the first steps toward investing, this event will provide valuable insights to help you achieve your financial goals. #joinweek2025 #nulyp #TheMovement #phoenixulyp

If you’ve attended any of the Taste of Melanin events this month, then you know their next event is the place to be this upcoming Saturday, February 22nd at Archwood as Eastlake from 4pm-9pm! Come out to support A Taste of Melanin and visit the Phoenix YP suite to learn more about our organization. As part of?Join Week, we will be?collecting donations?to support?Maggie’s Place, a nonprofit dedicated to providing safe housing and a nurturing community for homeless pregnant women, empowering them to thrive throughout their lives. We will be collecting the following?much-needed?items?at this event: ?? TOILETRIES?– Adult toothbrushes/toothpaste, shampoo/conditioner, razors, deodorant, body lotion/wash, loofahs, postpartum essentials, feminine hygiene products ?? CLEANING SUPPLIES?– Laundry detergent, liquid dish soap/detergent, Febreze, foam bathroom and toilet bowl cleaner, 13-gallon trash bags, brooms, dustpans, Clorox wipes ?? PAPER PRODUCTS?– Toilet paper, paper towels, tissues Your generosity will make a meaningful impact! Thank you for your support :) Register for this event @ https://lnkd.in/gQCMNAPz Reminder: new members will receive a discounted membership for your first year if you sign up by February 23rd! Become a member at: https://lnkd.in/gqBk-W_m #joinweek2025 #nulyp #TheMovement #phoenixulyp

We hope your glasses were full and your conversations were flowing as you made new connections at our Unwine-D social! We would like to thank Zoya, owner of The Wine Collective Scottsdale for collaborating with us. The venue was intimate, accommodating, and the beverages were delicious! Thank you to Corbin Wright for the amazing photos??!!!!! We have two more events in store for Phoenix YP Join Week, we hope to see you there! ?? February 19th: Pathways to Progress: Unlocking Financial Freedom - Virtual. ?? February 22nd: @atasteofmelanin_: A Suite Escape - The Archwood at Eastlake. Register for our next events @ https://lnkd.in/g-h7TWNh Reminder: new members will receive a discounted membership for your first year if you sign up by February 23rd! Join link in our bio ?? #joinweek2025 #nulyp #TheMovement #phoenixulyp

Join Week has officially begun for Phoenix YP! Last night we had the amazing opportunity to network with Black Excellence in Phoenix. Our executives provided a wealth of information to our young professionals and even exchanged contact information to keep the conversation going. ??Special thank you to: - Bilal Abdur-Rahman - Stephen Alexander - Florence Franklin - Tony Franklin - Monica Jones - Darone Littleton - Shaun Mayo - Willie Payton Jr. - Dr. Amina Simmons - Dr. Victor Waters We can’t thank you enough for your contributions to our organization and your respective professions. Thank you to our members for attending! Let’s continue to create change, we have more events to come. Register @ https://lnkd.in/g-h7TWNh #joinweek2025 #nulyp #TheMovement #phoenixulyp