The Professional Development Committee helps PYP members connect with the local business community and further develop professional skill sets needed for their future. The committee plans a variety of events including Speed Networking, Professional and Personal Development Workshops, Speaker Series and Career Connections. For more information on committee meeting times and locations, please contact the PYP Professional Development Committee Chair.

Email: prodev@pyp.org

The Social Events Committee is responsible for planning and hosting non-professional development events on the PYP calendar. These events include Happy Hours and Dinner Clubs, among other events throughout the year.

Email: social@pyp.org

Help spread the word about PYP! The Public Relations Committee promotes PYP through traditional and social media. Its members also help maintain the website and send PYP’s regular newsletters and member correspondence, which include information on upcoming events. For more information on committee meeting times and locations, please contact the PYP marketing board advisor. Key skills include email marketing, public speaking, and copywriting.

Email: pr@pyp.org

The PYP Community Outreach Committee is dedicated to introducing the membership to the interesting and exciting areas of Pittsburgh.  By experiencing the local neighborhoods, members will learn about local businesses and organizations that strive to make Pittsburgh the greatest city possible.  For more information on committee meeting times and locations, please contact the PYP Community Outreach Committee Chair.

Email: outreach@pyp.org

Are you curious about what makes PYP a successful organization? Do you like to see all the information before making an important decision? The PYP Research and Analytics Committee is the linchpin to data-driven decision making to help guide board decisions and strategic efforts. We turn data into useful insights, compelling stories, and informed recommendations. If you love figuring out complex challenges and have skills with data analytics, this team is for you. For more information, please contact the PYP Research and Analytics Board Advisor.

The membership role has been divided into two separate but equally important sections that will work closely in tandem with each other throughout the year.

The Membership Recruitment Committee is specifically responsible for recruiting new members at non-member PYP events, attending other events throughout the Pittsburgh area with the PYP target demographic to entice new membership and communications strategies to the PYP sending lists that are non-members. Their main goal is to help PYP reach its membership goals year over year.

Email: info@pyp.org

The Membership Experience Committee is responsible for the retention and recidivism of current members with an emphasis on member engagement and renewing of annual memberships. They are responsible for engaging with members at Members Only events, understanding what engages our current members and making suggestions on how to improve our programming to provide all current members an impactful and positive experience within the organization.

Email: info@pyp.org

The Signature Events Committee is responsible for large events held annually. These include the President's Wine & Cheese, PYP Day and the Holiday Party. Consider joining this committee if you enjoy planning large, semi-formal functions and enjoy gaining new connections in a different environment.