The Young Professionals Society

FAQs

  • YPS is a professional network under the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce created for Bahamian professionals aged 22–40 across all industries. It empowers future leaders through education, mentorship, networking, and national/global exposure.

    • Chairperson: Duran Humes - Leads all initiatives

    • Steering Committee (5 members): Thurman L Johnson ii - Vice Chair, Azano Major - Secretary, Charles Rose - Treasurer, Amar Pearson - Events Lead, and Nigel Hepburn - Membership Lead

    • Advisory Oversight: Bahamas Chamber of Commerce provides governance, infrastructure, and strategic alignment

    • Access to exclusive events, webinars, and mixers

    • Mentorship with seasoned professionals

    • Chamber-level networking

    • Leadership and community service opportunities

    • Eligibility for work/academic exchanges

    • Professional resources like templates, training sessions, and spotlights

  • Annual membership cost is $150.

  • Apply via YPS outreach events, partner campuses, or the Bahamas Chamber’s official site. Requirements:

    • Age 22–40

    • Bahamian nationality

    • Professional/vocational commitment

  • These are international opportunities for select senior student members to gain work or educational experience through global partnerships with embassies and institutions.

  • Yes, through structured mentorships, monthly training events, leadership development subcommittees, and curated speaker sessions with industry experts.

    • Monthly Webinars

    • Quarterly Mixers

    • Annual YPS Gala & Fundraiser

    • Volunteer & Service Days

    • Advocacy Forums & Policy Roundtables

  • Yes! Members may lead or join subcommittees such as Membership, Events, Advocacy, and Development, and may qualify to represent YPS at national or international events.

  • A formal annual event that honors young professional excellence while raising funds for work exchange scholarships. Attended by local business leaders and foreign dignitaries.

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