Building Connection & Community
The mission of the Santa Maria Valley Young Professionals Group is to empower and elevate young talent by cultivating influential leaders, establishing formal mentorship, and ensuring young professionals have a meaningful voice and a seat at the table in key community discussions and leadership roles. The group strives to develop a sustainable talent pipeline by offering targeted professional training that enables young adults (ages 23-40) to thrive in the Santa Maria Valley.
Join Our Next Event
SMV Young Professionals meets monthly, typically on the last Thursday of each month, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Meetings are free and open to all young professionals in the area. We hope to see you at our next event!
Visit our Events Calendar to learn more and register.
Our next event will be held on July 30 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at Toyota of Santa Maria.
Connect with Us
Be sure to follow SMV Young Professionals on Instagram for the latest program news and updates!
Questions about SMV Young Professionals and how to get more involved? Contact Jessica Rosa, Communications Coordinator for the Santa Maria Valley Chamber, at jessica@santamaria.com.
Program Sponsorships
Thank you to our SMVYP program sponsors. Their investment makes it possible to champion our region's emerging talent and build a stronger, more connected Santa Maria Valley.
Thank You Sponsors
Ready to make a lasting impact on the future of our local business community? By sponsoring the Santa Maria Valley Young Professionals (SMVYP) program, your business gains exceptional brand visibility among the valley's most driven emerging talent. Your investment directly funds the vital networking, professional development, and mentorship opportunities that help us retain and empower our region's next generation of civic and economic trailblazers.
