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Make Connections That Matter: Young Professionals Shaping the Future

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February 4, 2025

The future for young professionals in the Finger Lakes Region is brighter than ever. With a rich history of innovation and creativity, our community is a thriving hub of opportunity. The young leaders of Greater Rochester have the unique chance to build on this legacy, shaping their careers while driving our region toward unparalleled success.

To support this journey, Greater Rochester Chamber is proud to introduce GRYP (Greater Rochester Young Professionals)—the premier program designed to connect and empower professionals aged 21 to 40 in our business community.

Join us at one, or all, of our upcoming GRYP events to connect with a vibrant community of leaders eager to learn, grow, and collaborate. Whether you bring your colleagues, a friend, or make one there, GRYP is open to all. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of something extraordinary!

GRYP Kickoff Social @ Radio Social - Thursday, March 13th

Join us for our first event, a happy hour at Radio Social on Thursday, March 13th. Connect with fellow young professionals and build meaningful relationships in a fun and engaging atmosphere. Learn more & register online here.

Workout Class & Happy Hour @ Elevate Fitness - Wednesday, May 7th

Join us to exercise your mind and body with a fun workout class followed by networking and unwinding with fellow young professionals. Choose between a HIIT (high-intensity interval training) class or a Hot Mat Pilates class, both offered exclusively for GRYP attendees at Elevate Fitness. Learn more & register online here.

GRYP Social @ Strangebird - Thursday, June 5th

Strangebird is known for its award-winning, hand-crafted beers and made-from-scratch food. Enjoy a curated list of 24 rotating taps of our hand-crafted, high-quality beer and a selection of wine and cocktails. Don't miss out on a fun and engaging afternoon with food, drinks, and networking with your fellow young professionals. Learn more & register here.

And, the fun doesn’t stop there. Save the date for our first annual GRYP Conference on Thursday, October 8th. Speaker lineup and agenda to follow!

To learn more about GRYP visit GreaterRochesterChamber.com/GRYP or for assistance with registration, contact Events Specialist Cassidy Pendell at Cassidy.Pendell@GreaterRochesterChamber.com.

We’re stronger together, and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

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