Young Professionals Network (YPN)

Are you looking to meet and build a network with other young professional people like yourself? Join YPN!

The Greater Freeport Partnership Young Professionals Network (YPN) wants you to be a part of their organization. YPN is a committee of the Greater Freeport Partnership, and prides itself in providing networking opportunities for professionals ages 45 and under. YPN looks to recruit and retain young professionals in our community.

Through community service projects, social events, and professional development programs, YPN members develop strong ties in the Freeport community. Anyone who works for a Greater Freeport Partnership member has a complimentary membership to YPN!

Interested in learning more about YPN – Young Professionals Network? Contact the Greater Freeport Partnership at (815) 233-1350 or email business@greaterfreeport.com.

Would you like to be notified when YPN has events scheduled? Click here and sign up for the YPN email distribution list. Also check out the Freeport Area YPN Facebook Page.

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