Vicksburg Young Professionals
The Vicksburg Young Professionals (VYP) program is designed for emerging leaders ages 21-40 who want to build meaningful connections, develop professionally, and make a positive impact in Vicksburg and Warren County.
Whether you’re new to the area, growing your career, launching a business, or simply looking to expand your network, VYP provides opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals who are passionate about their community and their future.
Why Join VYP?
Networking
Build relationships with fellow young professionals, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community influencers through engaging social and professional events held throughout the year.
Popular events include:
- Off the Clock Networking Mixers
- Dining Out with Leaders
- Exclusive events with local Chamber members
- Pickleball & Pizza @ the YMCA
- Hops & Props at The Southern Heritage Air Foundation
- Beer Talk & Tasting @ Key City Brewery + Eatery
- Friendsgiving and Ugly Sweater Holiday Party
Leadership Development
Grow personally and professionally through opportunities designed to strengthen your leadership skills and prepare you for future success.
Programs include:
- Leadership Book Series
- Professional Development Workshops
- Community Leadership Experiences
Community Engagement
Make a difference while building connections. VYP members actively support local nonprofits and community initiatives through service projects and volunteer opportunities.
Past projects:
- Loving on your Community, partner with United Way and create Valentine’s Day cards for the elderly
- Cookie for a Cause, partner with Chick-fil-A to provide healthy snacks to school aged kids in the summer
- Red Beans & Rice Packing Event, partner with Storehouse Community Food Bank and pack over 2500 bags of red beans and rice
- Spring Restock Uniform Drive, partner with Vicksburg Warren School District
Meet the Advisory Board
The Vicksburg Young Professionals Advisory Board is a dedicated group of volunteers who help shape the direction of the program by planning events, developing new opportunities, and ensuring VYP continues to meet the needs of young professionals in our community.
Serving on the Advisory Board is a rewarding way to expand your leadership experience, build meaningful relationships, and make a lasting impact on the future of VYP and Warren County.
Interested in becoming more involved? We are always looking for passionate, engaged young professionals who want to help strengthen our community and support the next generation of leaders. If you’re interested in learning more about Advisory Board service, contact us today.
2026 Advisory Board

Alyssa Lick
President


Michael Foley
Vice President


Joshua Brown
Scribe


Skylar Adams
Marketing Chair


Brooks Boolos
Sponsor Chair


Elizabeth Shivers
Networking Co-Chair


Steven Bailey
Networking Co-Chair


Stormy Dupre
Community Service Co-Chair


Nia Hurst
Community Service Co-Chair


