VYPN 2024-2025 BOARD

CO-CHAIR	Katie MacCammon kmaccammon@fairfaxva.gov
chair-elect	Mackenzie Dodds mldodds@co.campbell.va.us
SECRETARY	Emmy Houck ehouck@ashlandva.gov
MARKETING
SOCIAL	Derrick Cowles derrick.cowles@viennava.gov
TREASURER	Mark Akers mark.aker@jamescitycountyva.gov

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
The VRPS Young Professional Network is designed to create an open forum for discussion, information sharing, and networking among professionals 35 and younger or with less than seven years in the field.

SIGN UP FOR EMAILS:
- Complete our interest form here.
- Update your VRPS Profile and check the 'Young Professionals Network' Box

MEETINGS:
Bi-Monthly Meetings • 1- 2:30pm
2025 Meeting Dates
• February: Resumes & Real Talk
• April 21: Ask an Expert
• June 9: How to Survive Summer
• August 18: Conquering Conference: Prep Like a Pro

NEXT MEETING:
Date: June 9 at 1pm EST
Topic: How to Survive Summe
Zoom Link: COMING SOON

Parks and Recreation offers diverse career paths, from programming and events to sports, operations, and maintenance—each vital to building vibrant communities. Join us for "Ask an Expert" to hear from professionals about their roles, career journeys, and insider tips. Whether you're exploring options or considering a career change, this is your chance to ask questions and get inspired!

VYPN MENTORSHIP PROGRAM:

The VRPS Young Professional Network (VRPS) is very excited to introduce the VYPN Mentorship Program. The intent of the program is to pair seasoned professionals (Mentors) with young professionals, students, and new professionals to the field (Mentees) to learn, share experiences and to provide development opportunities.

Applications for the 2025-2026 program will open in late summer.