Association of Young Professionals (AYP) is a community effort connecting great people within Harrisonburg and Rockingham County. We do this through informal professional networking and entrepreneurial development; involving our community through volunteerism; and engaging our community in the vast cultural, recreational and social activities in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County, while revealing our area's regional assets. We also look to be an informational source to those in our community, highlighting the variety of issues and opportunities in our area.

Our overriding goal is to attract and retain talented, educated, ambitious young professionals in our community. Fundamentally, AYP has been created to engage and cultivate Harrisonburg through educating, connecting, and involving our peers.

Our target is Harrisonburg's young professional community.  We also believe that young professionals is inclusive of all individuals at the early stages of their career, and we welcome you to check us out.

Does this describe you?

Do you want to make a real difference in Harrionsburg and Rockingham County, in your personal life and your professional life? Are you just starting your professional career? Are you working locally and exploring your options or contemplating a career change? Are you an experienced young professional looking to share what you've learned with others?

Whether you're an intern, a realtor, or a financial planner, here's a great way to meet interesting new people, advance your career, and give back to the community and your peers.

Join us today!

As an ambitious and aspiring young professional, we invite you to join us! Check out our upcoming events, and find out more about us. Feel free to contact us with specific questions about any of our events or activities.