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About Us

Purpose Statement:

The purpose of the Young Professionals Napa Valley is to support emerging professionals, innovative thinkers, and industry leaders by cultivating career development, building connections, and leading community involvement.

Program Pillars

Young Professionals Napa Valley programs fall into three pillars. Designed to help our members grow professionally and personally.

Professional Development

Learn new skills and knowledge to help in your day to day professional life.

Networking

Meet new professional contacts. Grow your network and connect with our community.

Community Engagement

We believe in giving back. Volunteer with us to help support Napa County.

Steering Committee

Makenzie Payne

Makenzie Payne

Visit Napa Valley
YPNV CHAIR
Events Chair

Nik Best

Nik Best

Corcoran Icon Properties
YPNV VICE CHAIR
Membership Chair

Grant Smith

Grant Smith

Vintage Wealth
YPNV TREASURER

Whitney Diver McEvoy

Whitney Diver McEvoy

Karlie Cowell

Karlie Cowell

The 87 Collection
Marketing Chair

Morgan Malloy

Morgan Malloy

Jacob Bowman

Jacob Bowman

FOUNDING MEMBERS

Makenzie Payne

Nik Best

Grant Smith

Whitney Diver McEvoy

Karlie Cowell

Alexis Macias

Jacob Bowman

Morgan Malloy

Alexandra Dale

Michael Rupprecht