Meet local young vibrant like-minded black professionals to network and discuss the unique perspective that belongs to business people who share an African heritage. We are not all about business. We do play and have fun also. We are a diverse group, no industry restrictions and no age restrictions. If you consider yourself young whether you are in your 30s or 40s, vibrant, have a great attitude, success driven and passion for life you are welcomed to join us.

Join us whether you are looking to promote yourself or business, just looking to expand your social circles, professional network or just looking for like minds while having fun.

YBP offers a great way to discover new activities, meet new people, or just stay active with the ones you already know! Rest assured you will find a variety of things to do here

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  • February 13 at 7:30 PM, 20 Young Black Professionals attended

    Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    Alvin Ailey's story is one of the most inspirational in the history of American performing arts, and his genius forever changed the perception of American dance. For... Learn more

  • February 11 at 9:00 PM, 19 Young Black Professionals attended

    Lock & Key Social Soiree

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    This is a game night mixer event hosted by the Xi Mu Mu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. Every female gets a key and every guy gets a lock. Find a lock that... Learn more

  • January 16 at 6:30 PM, 6 Young Black Professionals attended

    Dance Jam!
    Happy New Year! And I know after the holidays we all need to work off those Christmas cookies and thanksgiving pie. I am doing a Dance Jam! This is a light dance cardio... Learn more

  • January 6 at 7:30 PM, 8 Young Black Professionals attended

    Coffee, Conversation & Networking

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    Happy New Year!!. This is year we are going to be having a lot of meetups centered around members getting to know each other & network with each other better. Let's... Learn more

  • December 14, 2011 at 6:00 PM, 6 Young Black Professionals attended

    Year End Mixer

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    Come out to network, mingle, forge some like minded relationships with your fellow YBPs @ Brasa Brazilian Restaurant Lounge. Enjoy live Jazz while enjoying the coldest... Learn more
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    Dedrick Love Dedrick Love joined
    Yesterday at 11:01 PM
    Dedrick Love
    "My name is Dedrick and i'm new to the RTP area, i'm orginally from Washington,DC. I graduated from Georgetown University with a Degree in Computer Science. I'm very down to earth and easy to get along with."
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    Marilyn Marilyn joined
    Thursday at 9:26 PM
    Marilyn
    "Hi, I currently live in Raleigh. I am interested in meeting other professionals like myself. :)"
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    Mawuena Mawuena attended Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
    Tuesday at 10:11 AM
    Mawuena

    "Great show"

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    Mawuena Mawuena "We are in the right side of the lobby when you enter next to the box office"
    February 13 at 7:11 PM
    Mawuena
    Feb 13
    Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
    Monday 7:30 PM
    20 attended
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    Mawuena Mawuena commented on Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
    February 13 at 2:15 PM
    Mawuena

    "Just an update, all the complimentary tickets I have for the group are all gone now. Thanks."

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    Mawuena Mawuena commented on Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
    February 13 at 10:31 AM
    Mawuena

    "Looking forward to seeing a everyone tonight. We will meet in the lobby around 6:30pm for a short Mixer before heading to the auditorium at 7pm for the performance. If you don't have a ticket yet and have paid your dues, please send me a message...."

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    Tonica Tonica joined
    February 12 at 8:10 AM
    Tonica
    "I look forward to meeting and getting to know everyone."
  • New Member
    Natasha Lee Natasha Lee joined
    February 11 at 10:21 PM
    Natasha Lee
    "Good Morning. I am new to the area I am looking for a social group to mix and mingle with young professionals from the area. I am originally from DC and moved here about a year and a half ago. I hope to get the opportunity to join a fun group."
  • New Member
    Deborah Deborah joined
    February 11 at 10:21 PM
    Deborah
    "Hi, I'm a 53 year old educator in Wake County and will soon have an empty nest! I love being active in the community and meeting others."
  • New Member
    CoCoa Crosby CoCoa Crosby joined
    February 10 at 10:49 PM
    CoCoa Crosby
    "Hi Guys! My name is India and I am looking forward to meeting new people!"
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