RECENT PHOTOS

 

DYP Tree Planting with The Greening of Detroit

 

 

After Work Mixer at Centaur Bar

Gallery by Annistique Photography

 

 

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DETROIT'S NEW MAYOR: DAVE BING

 

Former NBA star and Detroit businessman Dave Bing has won the special general election to complete the mayoral term that ends on December 31, 2009. Get to know more about the new mayor's views on important city issues by viewing video highlights from DYP's recent young voter town hall meetings.
 

VIDEO: Dave Bing Discusses Detroit Public Schools 

 

 

 

Click here to watch more Young Voter Town Hall Meeting highlights.

 

THE 2009 DYP VANGUARD AWARDS

 

Detroit Young Professionals (DYP) brought together movers and shakers from Detroit's business, civic and political communities on March 5th to honor 10 remarkable innovators and changemakers at the 2009 Vanguard Awards. This annual affair was established to recognize and celebrate outstanding Detroiters who have distinguished themselves through professional leadership and service to their community. Presented by Ambassador Magazine and hosted by Charles Pugh, the sold-out event took place at the historic Cliff Bell's jazz restaurant in Downtown Detroit.

 

 

Click here to view the 2009 DYP Vanguard Awards photo gallery.

 

Special thanks to BB Trophy & Awards, DJ powdrblu, Urban Organic, Crush Media Group, and Cliff Bell's for their support.

 

Meet the winners of our 2009 Vanguard Awards.

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

 

FRIDAY JUNE 12


Fundraiser Mixer for the Associate Baron's Council

Hosted by Detroit Young Professionals & American Cancer Society
7:00pm - 10:00pm
BlackFinn

530 S. Main St. Royal Oak, MI 48067 (map)
Contact: john.nechiporchik@detroityoungprofessionals.org or robin.dillard@detroityoungprofessionals.org

 

Detroit Young Professionals in partnership with the Associate Baron's Council cordially invites you to attend a fundraiser mixer.

 

For just $10.00 attendees will receive appetizers (wings, quesadillas, and sliders) as well as discounted drinks. A portion of the proceeds will go to support the Associate Barron's Council.

The Associate Baron's Council of the 2009 Cattle Barron's Gala is a group of young professionals supporting the mission and programs of the American Cancer Society, Metro-Detroit, through fundraising and positive public relations. For more information on the Council visit http://www.cbbdetroit.com.

 

For more information, email john.nechiporchik@detroityoungprofessionals.org or robin.dillard@detroityoungprofessionals.org.

 

 

SATURDAY JUNE 13 & SUNDAY JUNE 14

  12:00pm - 5:00pm

 

DYP Red Bull Air Race Viewing Parties

 

 

 

 

Red Bull Air Race World Championship



400 Renaissance Center (Wintergarden) Detroit, MI 48243 (map)

Contact: Alison Nowinski (313) 567-6700
http://www.andiamoitalia.com

 

 

Join Detroit Young Professionals (DYP) at Andiamo Detroit Riverfront for our Red Bull Air Race World Championship viewing parties! The action will take place over the Detroit River between the beautiful Windsor and Detroit city skylines on Saturday, June 13th and Sunday, June 14th.

 

The Red Bull Air Race Championship features the world's best race pilots in a motor sports competition that combines speed, precision and skill. Using the fastest, most agile and lightweight racing planes, pilots navigate a low-level aerial track made up of air-filled pylons, flying at speeds reaching 230 MPH, while withstanding forces of up to 12 G!

 

Spectacular backdrops and jaw-dropping flying guarantee that you'll be glued to the action as you witness the most innovative and exciting motorsport competition in the world! Attendees will have the best view of the event from the riverfront. Giant screens capturing stunning images from on-plane cameras and an amazing sound system will make everyone feel like they're a part of the race! Food and beverage concessions will also be available on-site at the Wintergarden Café.

 

For more information and to purchase pre-sale tickets, please call Alison Nowinski at (313) 567-6700 and ask about the DYP Red Bull Air Race Viewing Parties. Schedule and pricing are as follows:


SATURDAY June 13th | QUALIFYING: $20.00 at the door or $15.00 pre-sale.

12:30pm: Pre-Show, Side Acts
1:00pm: QUALIFYING STARTS
2:00pm: Qualifying 1
3:45pm: Qualifying 2
4:45pm: Results, Summary, Interviews, Highlights of the Day

SUNDAY June 14th | RACE DAY: $25.00 at the door or $20.00 pre-sale.

12:00pm: Pre-Show, Side Acts
1:00pm: RACE STARTS
1:00pm: Wild Card Session
2:00pm: Top 12
2:30pm: Super 8
3:15pm: Final 4
3:55pm: Award Ceremony
4:15pm: Results, Summary, Interviews, Highlights of the Day

 

 

Red Bull Air Race World Championship

 

 

SUNDAY JUNE 14


DYP General Meeting
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Team Detroit
550 Town Center Dr., Dearborn, MI 48126 (South Entrance) (map)
Contact: volunteer@detroityoungprofessionals.org

 

Come learn more about DYP, meet cool people and find out ways to get involved!

 

To RSVP, email volunteer@detroityoungprofessionals.org.

 

 

THURSDAY JUNE 18


DYP After Work Mixer
6:00pm - Until
Fifth Avenue - Royal Oak
215 W. Fifth St., Royal Oak, MI 48067 (map)
Contact: tiffani.lee@detroityoungprofessionals.org

 

Join DYP at Fifth Avenue - Royal Oak inside the main bar and charming billiard lounge. Enjoy a laid back atmosphere, drink specials and a game of billiards. The evening begins in the main bar (downstairs) and continues in the billiard lounge (upstairs) at 8 p.m. Casual attire.

 

For more information, email tiffani.lee@detroityoungprofessionals.org.

 

 

FRIDAY AUGUST 7


Detroit Tigers vs. Minnesota Twins Baseball Game
7:05pm
Comerica Park
2100 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI 48201 (map)
Contact: john.nechiporchik@detroityoungprofessionals.org or robin.dillard@detroityoungprofessionals.org

 

Detroit Young Professionals (DYP) and the Associate Baron's Council would like to introduce another outstanding event for this summer. August 7th, we will heading to Comerica Park for the Detroit Tigers vs. Minnesota Twins game. As it looks right now, we're going to be in the thick of a Pennant race.

Tickets are $21 and a portion of each ticket sold will go to support the American Cancer Society and the 2009 Associate Baron's Council. You can purchase your tickets today via PayPal here on the DYP website. A limited number of tickets are available so please act quickly if you would like to reserve your spot.

That's not all. We have also partnered with Bookies Bar and Grill near Comerica for pre-game festivities. They will open their doors to us at 5:00pm (7:05pm game). The second floor VIP room will serve as the meeting place and where you will have to pick up your ticket. Here, we will have our own bar with discounted drinks for everyone who has purchased a ticket. This is the only bar you will be able to get the discounted drinks although we will be able to utilize all three floors of Bookies which includes an outdoor patio on the 3rd floor.

In addition, we will have appetizers available at no additional cost.

Again, ticket prices are $21 and can be purchased through PayPal here on the DYP website. Spread the word because cause it's going to be a great evening.

The Associate Baron's Council of the 2009 Cattle Baron's Gala is a group of young professionals supporting the mission and programs of the American Cancer Society-Metro-Detroit, through fundraising and positive public relations.

 

For more information, email john.nechiporchik@detroityoungprofessionals.org or robin.dillard@detroityoungprofessionals.org.

 

 

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Support the kids in our community!

DYP is asking for your support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Detroit, part of
the nation's leading, most effective youth mentoring organizations.

Join BBBSMD's A lot with a LITTLE campaign and support metro Detroit's youth.

A LITTLE time can make a big difference, so can a LITTLE donation.

Give today. Change lives forever.

www.alotwithalittle.org


A Lot with a Little

 

 

 

 

 

 

ABOUT DETROIT YOUNG PROFESSIONALS (DYP)

 

Detroit Young Professionals (DYP) is a regional nonprofit organization that provides professional development, social networking and civic engagement opportunities. We are dedicated to making metro Detroit a better place and developing our region's next generation of leaders.

DYP enriches Detroit by cultivating an environment that attracts and retains young professionals and entrepreneurs. We empower young professionals to succeed and provide resources for them to develop and make a positive impact in the region.

Founded in November 2007, DYP began as a grassroots collective of diverse, forward-thinking individuals with a passion for cultivating creativity, entrepreneurship and a spirit of community in metropolitan Detroit. Since then, we've evolved into an independent nonprofit organization with one of the largest networks of young leaders, innovators and changemakers in Southeast Michigan.

DYP is a volunteer-driven organization and we welcome people of all ages and backgrounds to participate. A thirteen-member Leadership Team governs and oversees the organization's operation and affairs. Getting involved is as simple as attending our meetings and helping out with projects, as needed. Subscribe to our mailing list and join our social networks to stay informed about the latest happenings.

 

For more information, contact info@detroityoungprofessionals.org.

 

For a list of our previous projects, click here.

 

Meet the winners of our 2009 Vanguard Awards.

 

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