Young Professionals Connection (YPC) Announces 2025-26 Board Of Directors
GREATER DES MOINES, IA (June 17, 2025) – The Young Professionals Connection (YPC) has announced the 2025-26 Board of Directors. YPC's mission is to promote an environment that attracts and retains young professionals in Greater Des Moines (DSM). Its efforts focus on connecting young professionals to each other and to the community through social, civic, charitable and professional development endeavors.
The YPC 2025-2026 Board of Directors includes:
Two board positions remain open: Diversity & Culture Chair and Community - Engagement Director. Applications will be accepted through Monday, Aug. 18 for anyone interested in getting involved and helping shape the future of YPC. Applications can be found here.
“Stepping into the role of YPC President is an exciting opportunity to serve and uplift the young professionals who are shaping the future of Greater Des Moines,” said Reilly Smidt, Board President of the Young Professionals Connection. “This year, YPC will celebrate 25 years of impact. We invite past and present members and new faces from all over the community to join us at the Annual Gala to celebrate the past, welcome our new board and look ahead to another incredible year of empowering young professionals in DSM.”
The YPC Annual Gala is set for Thursday, July 31 from 6 – 9:30 p.m. at The Shop – DSM Event Center in Downtown Des Moines (DSM). Tickets to the gala are available through Sunday, July 27 and you can purchase your tickets here. This year’s theme, Silver Reflections, honors YPC’s 25th anniversary and the tradition of commemorating the milestone years with silver. It's a celebration of connection, community and the lasting impact of young professionals across DSM.
You can find more information about YPC and how to become a member at the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s website, along with details on upcoming summer events including community socials and volunteer opportunities.
YPC's mission is to promote an environment that attracts and retains young professionals in Greater Des Moines (DSM). Its efforts focus on connecting young professionals to each other and to the community through social, civic, charitable and professional development endeavors. Members have unique opportunities to grow personally and professionally and forge lasting relationships. Engage, connect and form a foundation for your future in DSM. YPC is an initiative of the Greater Des Moines Partnership. Learn more at ypcdsm.com.
About the Greater Des Moines Partnership
The Greater Des Moines Partnership is the economic and community development organization that serves 12 counties in Greater Des Moines (DSM), Iowa: Adair, Clarke, Dallas, Guthrie, Jasper, Madison, Mahaska, Marion, Marshall, Polk, Poweshiek and Warren. Together with more than 400 Investors and an Affiliate Chamber of Commerce network of more than 7,200 Regional Business Members, The Partnership drives economic growth and talent development to advance quality of life in DSM with one voice, one mission and as one region. Through innovation, strategic planning and global collaboration, The Partnership grows opportunity, helps create jobs and promotes DSM as the best place to build a business, a career and a future. Learn more at DSMpartnership.com.