Greater Grand Forks Young Professionals
GGFYP is a non-profit group dedicated to the growth, learning, and development of young professionals within the region.
Our Pillars
belong.
in the Grand Forks & East Grand Forks region.
grow.
as a person & a professional.
lead.
in their workplace & community.
Where should you start?
BELONG
Register as Young Professional
Registering as a GGFYP member will add you to our mailing list and allow you to attend all our events for free. If you are employed by one of our Corporate Sponsors, you qualify for a free GGFYP membership. The annual individual membership fee is $60.
Students of UND and NCTC may register as a GGFYP member for free.
Our Member Socials is the best place to start your involvement with GGFYP. Meet GGFYP Board Members, make new connections, and learn what GGFYP is all about. No agenda, just good company.
Every 4th Thursday of the month at 5:30 PM.
attend a member social!
June General Member Social
Blue Moose
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Find your groove...
Jun
23
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Jun
25
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Jun
30
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Not every young professional is wired the same…and GGFYP is built for that. Find where you belong. Whether you want to give back to the community or grow professionally, we’ve got something that fits you.
The best part? You don’t have to pick just one. Find an event that interests you, grab a fellow YP, and have a great time!
GROW
The events you love don’t plan themselves; they’re built by young professionals just like you. GGFYP’s pillar committee is where members go from attendees to makers, shaping events that define our organization.
It’s a great way to give back to GGFYP, build your professional skills, and put your stamp on what GGFYP looks like this year.
GGFYP is more than events on a calendar, it’s the friendships that happen in between. Whether you want to lead a volleyball team, organize a book club, or build something totally new, GGFYP gives you the community to make it happen.
Have an activity in mind? Reach out to our Members-at-Large (MALs) and get the conversation started!
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Become a member-at-large
You’ve learned what GGFYP means to this community; now, imagine helping lead it. The Member-at-Large (MAL) role is the perfect entry point to the GGFYP Board of Directors. No prior board experience required, just a passion for GGFYP and a willingness to show up.
If you’ve been thinking about taking the next step, this is it.
LEAD
joIN THE GGFYP BOARD
Leadership doesn’t happen by accident, it happens when the right people raise their hand.
GGFYP’s Board of Directors is made up of young professionals who chose to go all in for this community. From setting the direction of our events to representing the voice of YPs across Greater Grand Forks, board members lead with purpose and grow in ways that go far beyond the boardroom.
If you’re ready for more responsibility and a bigger seat at the table, we want to hear from you.
GGFYP is founded on three pillars
Community INvolvement
social events
Professional development
Greater Grand Forks Young Professionals is built around three main pillars: Community Involvement, Professional Development, and Social Events. These pillars guide how our pillar chairs organize events, engage our members, and build up our young professionals to become confident leaders. The results speak for themselves — GGFYP alumni have gone on to become recognized leaders across the region, and the community has taken notice.
PILLAR CHAIRS
Erica Dunsen
Community Involvement Chair 2026-27
The Community Involvement Chair focuses on ways to connect Young Professionals to the community. The committee leads or is involved in various community events, YP activities, and volunteer opportunities.
This chair leads the planning of the Orange Bag Event, a signature GGFYP event, and sits on the Longest Table core committee.
If you have any questions about Community Involvement, feel free to email her at community@ggfyp.com
Linh Lê
Social Events Chair 2025-26
The Social Events Chair focuses on opportunities to help Young Professionals make meaningful connections through new experiences. Recent events include: curling, cooking demonstrations, ect.
This chair also leads the planning of ArtSee and the Annual Picnic, two signature GGFYP events.
If you have any questions about Social Events, feel free to email her at social@ggfyp.com
Caleb Eilts
Professional Development Chair 2025-26
The Professional Development Chair works to create opportunities for Young Professionals to grow in their careers through formal and informal, organized events. Recent events include: Philanthropy 101, First-time Homebuyers, and local business tours.
This chair also leads the planning of Lunch & Learns and the GGFYP Community Mentorship Program, two signature GGFYP opportunities.
If you have any questions about Professional Development, feel free to email him at professional@ggfyp.com
GGFYP Ad hoc Committees
Marketing Committee: The Marketing Committee meets quarterly – in February, May, August, and November – to help craft a marketing plan with the budget set aside for advertising and promotion by the Board of Directors. It is a great opportunity to meet other people in the marketing field and brainstorm new ideas.
Student Young Professionals: Our Student YP group is a student organization at UND, NCTC, and UMC open to all part and full time students. Student YP is supported by GGFYP and they plan their own activities specifically to benefit fellow students, including professional speakers and events, networking and socials, service projects, more.
Thank you to our amazing sponsors!
Our community partners
