YEP is a membership-based community aiming to connect and empower young and emerging professionals aged 18 – 35 in the Vail Valley through community, career development, and meaningful relationships.

Why YEP?

Living in the mountains is incredible—but building meaningful connections and career momentum here can be hard. YEP exists to make it easier. YEP believes that when young professionals are supported, the entire valley thrives.

• Launching your career or switching paths?
• New to the Valley or looking to expand your circle?
• Interested in building community, leadership and professional growth?

If you answered YEP to any of the above questions then this network is right for you!

We bring together ambitious, curious, community-minded young and emerging professionals to:

• Build real relationships (not awkward networking)
• Develop practical, career-ready skills
• Grow confidence, leadership, and purpose
• Feel rooted in the Vail Valley community

What Members Get

Community & Connection

• Social meetups and mixers
• Small-group gatherings and interest-based events
• Connection with a growing network of local professionals

Skills & Career Development

• Access to workshops on communication, leadership, financial wellness, and career navigation
• Resume, interview, and job-search support
• Panels and talks with local leaders and professionals

Networking (Without the Weird)

• Curated networking experiences that feel natural and fun. No suits required. No titles needed. Just show up as you are!
• Opportunities to connect with mentors and collaborators
• Exposure to local employers, organizations, and initiatives

Local Experiences

• Events that embrace the mountain lifestyle—on and off the clock
• Partnerships with local businesses and organizations
• Ways to get involved and give back to the community

YEP Events

YEP events are designed to be inclusive, engaging, and actually enjoyable.

You can expect:

• After-work socials & coffee meetups
• Skill-building workshops & speaker series
• Community service & volunteer opportunities
• Seasonal & outdoor-inspired gatherings

Get Involved

Ready to meet your people and build your future in the Vail Valley?

• Join YEP as a member. Membership costs just $75 annually, or $50 if your employer is also a VVP member! (Click here to see if your employer is a Vail Valley Partnership member.)
• Attend an upcoming event
• Complete the survey to tell us what type of programming interests you most

This is your community. Let’s build it together.

Questions? Contact Olivia Asavei.