Memphis is full of opportunities for those who want to invest in their city while enjoying meaningful connections with like-minded individuals. From networking to professional development, these young professional organizations foster knowledge-sharing, support career growth, and build strong communities in the 901!
What They Do: Attract, develop, activate, and retain talent in Memphis.
New Memphis is dedicated to making Memphis a top-tier talent hub. Through leadership programs like Accelerate for college students to Fellows for seasoned professionals, they empower professionals to connect, grow, and make a lasting impact. Their community events and initiatives help professionals network and engage with the best talent Memphis offers.
What They Do: Connect leaders to leaders, information, and community.
At Leadership Memphis, diverse and inclusive leadership isn’t just a goal, it’s the mission. Their programs and events bring together professionals from every corner of the city to drive real change. Ready to grow as a leader and build meaningful connections? Leadership Memphis is where you should start.
What They Do: Inspire and prepare young people for success in a global economy.
Junior Achievement’s Young Professionals Board consists of innovative young professionals committed to advancing financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship for local students. Involvement in JA happens through volunteering. Their volunteer registration is now open for the 2026-2027 school year.
What They Do: Connect professionals across all levels of the advertising industry.
Whether you’re at an agency, freelancing, or working in-house, the American Advertising Federation Memphis is your home base for all things advertising. With both individual and company memberships available, AAF Memphis hosts regular networking and educational events designed for professionals at every stage of their careers.
Greater Memphis Chamber's Young Professionals Council
What They Do: Equip Memphis’s emerging leaders with the connections and knowledge to rise into leadership roles.
YPC puts emerging leaders in the room with top Memphis business figures, keeps members informed on the issues that matter most to the city, and creates real connections among driven professionals ready to grow together.
Junior League Memphis
What They Do: Empower women to lead with purpose and inspire change through service.
The Junior League of Memphis is where women grow, lead, and give back. Flexible programs make it easy for women of every age and background to fit service into busy lives without sacrificing career or personal goals, while creating real impact in the community.
Memphis Urban League Young Professionals
What They Do: Empower young professionals through leadership, service, and community involvement.
MULYP is where young professionals level up through networking, volunteering, and leadership development opportunities designed to spark positive change and build a lasting legacy in Memphis.
Mayor's Young Professionals Council (MYPC)
What They Do: Connect young professionals with leaders and government in Shelby County.
MYPC brings together young professionals to engage with local government, foster leadership, and support initiatives aimed at developing a thriving community in Shelby County.
Getting involved with one of these organizations is a great way to invest in both your personal growth and the future of Memphis. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, build leadership skills, or make a meaningful impact in the community, there’s a group for you.
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