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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
June 4, 2024
The Greater Phoenix Chamber (the Chamber) has appointed two new members to its Valley Young Professionals (VYP) Board of Directors. VYP, a program of the Greater Phoenix Chamber, is for Valley-area professionals ages 24-39 and aims to create the next generation of Phoenix leaders by connecting, informing, and educating its members on important issues facing the local community.
The VYP Board oversees VYP programming, including identifying relevant content, impactful speakers, new event venues, and community partnerships.
New board members will begin their terms on July 1, 2024. The two young professionals joining the VYP Board this year are:
- Brittney Effner, Manager at Sendero Consulting
- Lauren Smith, Director of Community Engagement at Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center
Now in its 14th year, the VYP Board of Directors manages a strong program to retain and attract young professionals to the Greater Phoenix area by connecting them to the community.”The Greater Phoenix Chamber’s Valley Young Professionals Program serves as a driving force for progress and achievement, bolstering the region’s workforce development and talent retention,” remarked Todd Sanders, president and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Chamber. “We take pride in welcoming these influential individuals to the VYP Board, empowering the forthcoming wave of leaders and steering us toward fresh horizons. We chart a path towards collective growth and prosperity by furnishing significant avenues for Greater Phoenix’s young talents to explore our community, forge connections, and enhance their leadership prowess.”
The new board members will bring unique and diverse perspectives that will help carry out the VYP mission to build lasting relationships, establish professional development opportunities, and act as a catalyst for change in the community.
“As we kick off a new year with VYP, I’m thrilled for this board to strengthen our community ties, offer innovative programs, and empower young professionals to drive Phoenix forward,” said Veronica Aguilar, incoming VYP Board Chair. “With Lauren and Brittney joining our board, their perspectives and dedication will propel us toward our shared vision of cultivating a dynamic community of emerging leaders.”
For more information about Valley Young Professionals, visit www.phoenixchamber.com/vyp
or contact Torie Hayes at thayes@phoenixchamber.com
About the Greater Phoenix Chamber
Representing 2,400 businesses across the Greater Phoenix region, the Greater Phoenix Chamber catalyzes regional prosperity with forward-thinking public policy, intentional economic growth, and diverse, prepared talent. The Chamber pursues this mission by collaborating with business, political, and community leaders to grow the regional talent pool, create a regional approach to economic development, and drive a pro-Arizona agenda.
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