Southern Rhode Island Young Professionals

07/13/2026

07/10/2026

We had a blast at our annual Young Professionals Statewide Summer Social at Whalers Brewing Company last night! HUGE thank you to our presenting sponsor Westerly Community Credit Union, and to The Bike Stop Cafe for all of the delicious pizza!

Thank you to our participating co-hosts:
✨ BNI RI
✨ Little Rhody Professional Networking (AIMC Business Solutions)
✨ Ocean Community Young Professionals Network: OCYPN
✨ Rhode Island Mortgage Bankers Association
✨ Rhode Island Young Accountants Network
✨ Southern Rhode Island Young Professionals (Southern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce)
✨URI Alumni Young Alumni Council
✨ YPcentral

Congratulations to all of the door prize winners:
Heather Fournier (LegalShield) - Westerly Community Credit Union cooler backpack
Conner Pierce (Green Legacy Salon) - Westerly Community Credit Union tote bag w/ wine
Jeff Drew (Touchstone Learning & Consulting) - Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce gift certificate
Nicola Petrucci (Coco Petrucci Film Photography) - Central RI Chamber of Commerce outdoor grilling package
Michael Kiernan (Ivy Wealth Advisors) - Navigant Credit Union tote bag with beach toys and Whalers gift card
Shannon Reed (Westerly Community Credit Union) - Southern RI Chamber of Commerce bottle of wine
Dempsey Campbell (Sheil Readyhough Team) - Southern RI Chamber of Commerce bottle of wine
Kiran Chand (Language Service Provider) - Navigant Credit Union swag bag and Whalers gift card
George Kass (Connekted Inc.) - Koi Sushi gift card from Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce/Ocean Community YPN
Erin Champagne (Newport Singles) - The Junction gift card from Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce/Ocean Community YPN

We hope to see everyone at our upcoming events! Check back from details about our November 2026 event that we'll be announcing SOON!

06/16/2026

Multi-chamber young professional event! Tickets $10. Next Thursday, June 24th. Delicious snacks from TYMARK Catering.


Southern Rhode Island Young Professionals North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce

06/15/2026

🌞 Rhode Island’s biggest young professionals networking event of the summer is almost here!

Join us on Thursday, July 9 from 5:30–7:30 PM for our annual Young Professionals Statewide Summer Social at Whalers Brewing Company, bringing together professionals, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and changemakers from across Rhode Island for an evening of networking, collaboration, and fun.

🎟️ Register in advance: https://web.srichamber.com/atlas/events-v4/register/23080

Thank you to our participating co-hosts:

✨ BNI RI
✨ Little Rhody Professional Networking (AIMC Business Solutions)
✨ Ocean Community Young Professionals Network: OCYPN
✨ Rhode Island Mortgage Bankers Association
✨ Rhode Island Young Accountants Network
✨ Southern Rhode Island Young Professionals (Southern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce)
✨URI Alumni Young Alumni Council
✨ YPcentral

A special thank you to Westerly Community Credit Union for sponsoring this event and helping us bring professionals together from across the Ocean State.

🎥 Huge shoutout to Frogs Videography for producing this incredible promotional video!

Tag a colleague, friend, or fellow professional and make plans to join us on July 9. We can’t wait to see you there!

06/08/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our Founder & Chairman, Rob Sullivan, on being recognized as a Providence Business News 40 Under 40 honoree!

This recognition celebrates individuals who have demonstrated exceptional professional achievement and meaningful impact within their communities, qualities that have defined Rob’s leadership from the very beginning.

More than a decade ago, Rob saw an opportunity to create a stronger network for local business owners and entrepreneurs in Southern Rhode Island.

In partnership and with the support of the Southern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce the Southern Rhode Island Young Professionals (SRIYP) has become a driving force in strengthening the Southern Rhode Island business community, connecting thousands of young professionals, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and business owners throughout the region.

Rob’s commitment to service extends far beyond our organization. A lifelong Rhode Islander, he has been recognized throughout his career for his volunteerism, innovation, and dedication to helping others. His work has included youth entrepreneurship programs, community gardens supporting food-insecure residents, and volunteer service with numerous civic and charitable organizations across the state.

Rob, thank you for your vision, leadership, and unwavering commitment to Southern Rhode Island. Your impact can be seen in the businesses you’ve supported, the professionals you’ve connected, and the communities you’ve helped strengthen.

Please join us in congratulating Rob Sullivan on this well-deserved recognition! 👏