South Kitsap Young Professionals

10/15/2026

We’re officially on Instagram! 🎉

South Kitsap Young Professionals is excited to create a new space to bring our community together, celebrate local talent, and share opportunities to connect and grow.

Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Upcoming events and networking opportunities
- Local professional spotlights
- Professional development and learning opportunities
- Ways to get involved in the South Kitsap community

Whether you’re looking to expand your network, meet new people, or get more involved locally, we’d love to have you be part of our community.

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10/14/2026

Know your workplace rights before 2027! 👀

Washington’s employment laws are changing, and knowing what’s coming can help you protect yourself, advocate for your rights, and navigate your career with confidence.

Join us for Coffee & Connections at Hollydays with Taylor Jernigan of Tradewind Consulting as she breaks down the 2027 employment law changes every professional should know. From Paid Family and Medical Leave and pregnancy accommodations to hiring protections, personnel file access, and employee classification, you’ll learn what’s changing and what it could mean for YOU.

Don’t wait until these changes take effect to get informed! Grab a coffee, connect with other young professionals, and walk away with valuable knowledge you can put to use in your career.

☕ Make time for your future self and join us! Register for FREE today and come ready to learn, connect, and grow.

Register for FREE here: https://bit.ly/4yqIgBd

10/13/2026

Last month, we had the honor of hosting SKYP’s very first Executive Director Panel, and it was a morning filled with education, inspiration, and motivation.

Our community is home to so many incredible nonprofits, and we are so grateful to the organizations and executive directors who took time out of their busy schedules to join us, share their experiences, and give us a closer look at the important work they do every day. Your dedication to our community is inspiring, and we’re thankful for the opportunity to learn from you and the passion you bring to serving others.

It’s mornings like these that remind us why we love what we do: the connections we build, the community we share, and the people who work so hard to make South Kitsap a better place for everyone.

A big thank you to Lone Star Donuts for the delicious, fresh donuts and to South Kitsap Helpline for letting us use their community room! We appreciate you both helping make the morning so memorable.

We feel so fortunate to be part of such a strong and unified community. When we show up for one another, share what we know, and work together toward something bigger than ourselves, we can go so much further than we ever could alone.

09/29/2026

Hey Kitsap County Professionals!

Do you have knowledge, experience, or a topic you’re passionate about sharing? South Kitsap Young Professionals is looking for speakers for our 2027 Coffee & Connections!

Coffee & Connections takes place on the first Tuesday of each month from 7:30–9:00 AM and gives local professionals a chance to connect, learn, and start their morning with meaningful conversations.

We’re looking for presenters who can bring education, insight, and fresh ideas to our group in 2027. Whether you have expertise in your industry, a skill you love teaching, or a topic you think other professionals would benefit from, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Interested in presenting? Reach out to Cassie at [email protected]

Let’s make 2027 a year full of education, connection, and learning from one another!

09/08/2026

Start your morning with good coffee, meaningful conversations, and new connections. ☕

Join us October 6th from 7:30–9:00 AM at Good Stuff Grocery inside the Public Market for a relaxed morning of networking and inspiration. Grab a coffee or a light breakfast, meet new people, and start your day feeling inspired and connected. 🤍

🎟️ Free to attend
👋 Open to ages 18–40
📅 October 6 | 7:30–9:00 AM
📍 Good Stuff Grocery

Come connect, grab a cup, and start your morning with us. We can’t wait to see you at Coffee & Connections!

Register for FREE here: https://chamber.skchamber.org/events/details/skyp-coffee-connections-14951

09/08/2026

🎃 Join the Great Pumpkin Hunt!

Get your business in the spotlight, show off your creativity, and invite the community to stop by and check out your pumpkin! 👻

No Chamber membership required!

Register for free here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/23a5FNb/thegreatpumpkinhunt

🎃👻 Something SPOOKY is returning to Port Orchard… 👻🎃

The Great Pumpkin Hunt is BACK! After last year’s hauntingly successful debut, we’re ready to fill our community with even more pumpkins, creativity, and Halloween magic!

Calling ALL local businesses: Grab your pumpkin and get ready to carve, paint, decorate, bedazzle, or completely transform it into something spectacular! The community will hunt down the pumpkins and cast their votes for their favorite creation. 🎃🔮

You don’t have to be a Chamber member to participate!

Think your business has what it takes to create the most boo-tiful pumpkin in town? 👀 Fill out the participation form using the link below and get ready to show off your Halloween spirit!

Let the pumpkin plotting begin…

Register for free here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/23a5FNb/thegreatpumpkinhunt