YRP - Young Risk Professionals National

??Happy Thanksgiving from Young Risk Professionals!?? Our National Board of Directors wishes to thank our incredible members, generous sponsors, and dedicated industry supporters. Your passion and commitment fuel our mission every day. Here’s to gratitude, connection, and continued growth together. Thank you for being part of the YRP family! #HappyThanksgiving #Thankful #YoungRiskProfessionals #Community #Gratitude #RiskManagement #Insurance

2025 Membership Applications are NOW OPEN! We’re happy to share that?membership remains completely complimentary for all who wish to join our community. As a member, you'll gain access to: ? Exclusive networking opportunities ? Engaging continuing education events ? Mentorship programs with industry leaders ? Resources to help advance your career in risk management Apply now?to be a part of growing our YRP community in 2025!?? https://lnkd.in/getxiygV #RiskManagement #Insurance #Networking #YoungRiskProfessionals #YRP #CareerGrowth

We are beyond excited to announce the launch of Young Risk Professionals of Cincinnati, our new chapter in the heart of the Buckeye State! ?? This milestone marks an incredible step forward as we expand YRP’s presence in the Midwest and connect more young professionals in the risk industry. Our Cincinnati chapter was developed by an amazing Board of Directors leading the charge: Stephanie Lawson, AINS, AIS (Great American Insurance Group) Leah Yeagley (Great American Insurance Group) Armand Etienne (Peoples Bank) Colin Glass (Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc.) Kyleigh Roche (University of Cincinnati Carl H. Lindner College of Business) Their passion will ensure that Young Risk Professionals of Cincinnati becomes a hub for education, networking, and innovation in the Midwest. Please join us in celebrating this exciting new chapter and welcoming the Cincinnati team to the YRP family! Read more about their chapter launch in today's Press Release: https://lnkd.in/g7dbZVwn. #YRPCincinnati #YoungRiskProfessionals #Leadership #RiskManagement #MidwestMomentum #Networking

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Whitney Harris of Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc. as the new National Chair of YRP! Whitney’s exceptional leadership, drive, and passion for advancing young professionals in the risk industry make her the perfect choice to lead us into an exciting new chapter. Joining Whitney is an outstanding National Board comprised of newly elected and existing leaders dedicated to driving YRP’s mission forward. ??Newly Elected Board Members: Alex Minto (Tri-State Insurance Adjusters, Inc.) Amanda Mills, CPCU, ARe (CRC Insurance Services) Eduardo Giraldo (CRC Insurance Services) Joseph Cook (The Arizona Group Insurance Brokers) ??Existing Board Members: Lindy Johnson, CIC (WTW) Forrest Blue (Chubb) Holly Ragsdale (Alliant Insurance Services) Michelle Khajeh (CRC Insurance Services) Taylor Jones (Questpro) Read the official Press Release here: https://lnkd.in/ghACYEHF. #YRP #Leadership #YoungRiskProfessionals #Networking #Mentorship #Education

Our next #MilestoneMemberMonday goes out to Lindy Johnson, CIC, Director at Large with our National Board. YRP wouldn't be the organization we are today without Lindy, and this week, we wish to celebrate her and her consistent leadership. Thank you, Lindy! #Leadership #MemberMilestone

We’re honored to showcase a surprise award for our 2024 Leadership Summit… announcing our 2024 YRP Member of the Year, Blake Rios! Thank you, Blake, for your dedication to growing our North Florida chapter!

As we gear up for next week's Leadership Summit, we’re thrilled to introduce our final speaker: Chris Hopkins, Founder and CEO of Foray Specialty Insurance. Chris's impressive career began in London in 2007 with Miller Insurance and continued at RKH Specialty, later acquired by Howden. With extensive experience in various marine products, he has become a leading voice in the industry. We look forward to hearing from Chris next week as he shares how to establish equity across all employees and build a strong company culture. Under his leadership, Foray Specialty and the start-up MGA, Incarnation Specialty Underwriters, focus on ensuring team success through a thriving corporate ecosystem. A huge thank you to Foray Specialty for being our premier sponsor! We can’t wait to hear Chris’s insights. Join us next week for an inspiring session! #LeadershipSummit #ForaySpecialty #GenerationalWealth #CorporateCulture #YRP

We're just one week away from an incredible week in Boca Raton! Our dedicated subcommittee has been hard at work finalizing details to ensure this event is special for all of our attendees and sponsors. Get ready for insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and inspiration that will empower our future leaders. Stay tuned for more updates, and let’s make this summit unforgettable!? #YRPLeadershipSummit #Networking #Leadership #BocaRaton #Countdown

Did you know? Our YRP chapter network hosts over 120 events annually! ?? These events are designed to boost membership, foster connections, and empower our members through education and collaboration. Whether you're looking to expand your network, gain new insights, or develop your skills, there's something for everyone! Have you attended a YRP event before? If so, let us know what you loved or what you'd like to see more of! #YRP #Networking #Community #ProfessionalDevelopment

Next in our speaker lineup, we can't wait to welcome Taylor Jones from Questpro to our YRP Leadership Summit! ??? Join us as Taylor dives into the latest recruitment trends shaping the insurance industry. We’ll explore effective strategies for hiring, training, and retaining the next generation of insurance professionals. Expect insightful discussions on all things talent, featuring real stories from recruiters and valuable lessons from the talent marketplace. Taylor's session will have something for everyone: ?? Job trends shaping the industry ?? Interview tips & tricks to stand out ?? Effective networking strategies ?? How their team is integrating new tech tools into talent searches to support clients across the country with their hiring initiatives Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights and network with industry leaders. Let’s empower the future of insurance together! #YRPLeadershipSummit #Leadership #InsuranceIndustry #TalentAcquisition #Networking #RecruitmentTrends #CareerDevelopment