Our first board member feature is Tory Kurlander! ✨ As Vice Chair for Programming, she keeps our network moving forward, one event at a time!
Follow us on LinkedIn to learn more about Tory and the incredible work she's doing: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
✨ Meet the faces behind YPT Chicago! ✨
Our Board of Directors brings together public & private sector professionals shaping the future of mobility in Chicago & beyond. 🚆🚲🚌🚦
Stay tuned to learn more about each member and what drives them!
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ICYMI: On February 11, YPT Chicago kicked off our new Mini Presentation Happy Hour series with David Powe & Sean Madison, diving into Divvy and the future of micromobility in Chicago. 🚲
Read the full recap, highlights, and takeaways on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
We will gather at Off Color Taproom shortly after 5:30pm, so look for the YPT Chicago banners to find the group. All event registrants will enjoy their first drink on YPT Chicago (check-in with a YPT Board Member to receive a drink ticket). See you there! 🍻
Poster for Happy Hour event on February 11 at 5:30pm. This Happy Hour will take place at Off Color Brewing Taproom at 1460 N Kingsbury Street.
Join YPT Chicago at Off Color Brewing Taproom for a casual happy hour! Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore and connect with fellow transportation enthusiasts! RSVP at bit.ly/49VPi6x
Divvy will share updates on their work and their role in shaping the future of transportation in Chicago.🚲
Still riding the high from our first-ever YPT Chicago Transportation Achievement Fundraising Dinner! 🎉 Huge thanks to our community for making it a success. Check out our full event recap, sponsors, and highlights on LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
This session does not require an active YPT membership and is free to attend. It will be hosted virtually, but an RSVP is required to access the virtual meeting link, which will be shared shortly before the start of the event. Don't forget to RSVP via the link to ensure you can participate!
Poster for YPT Chicago's first Brown Bag Series of 2026, featuring a presentation + Q&A session with the City of Chicago and the Chicago Transit Authority on the Smart Streets Pilot Program. This virtual event will take place on January 15, 2026 at 12:00 CST via Google Meets.
We're kicking off our first event of the year! 🎉
Join YPT Chicago for a Presentation + Q&A on the Chicago Smart Streets Pilot Program, featuring the CTA and CDOT project team! This session is being held virtually on Google Meet at 12:00pm CST. RSVP at bit.ly/4sxuE5e today!
the award on paper
YPT Chicago board member John holding the award certificate inside Revolution Brewing taproom
I was super duper happy to witness @yptchicago.org posthumously give Dennis McClendon (aka @mrdowntown.bsky.social, who passed away 16 months ago) their inaugural lifetime achievement award on Tuesday night
We’re excited to celebrate their contributions and announce the winner at our upcoming fundraiser. There’s still time to join us and be part of the celebration: bit.ly/2025-ypt-chi-fundraiser
These individuals were nominated by our membership for their dedication, leadership, and impact on YPT Chicago and Chicagoland’s transportation community. From leading innovative projects to investing in our community, they exemplify what makes our chapter strong.
YPTCHI THE CHICAGO TRANSPORTATION ACHIEVEMENT FUNDRAISING DINNER YPT MEMBER OF THE YEAR AWARD NOMINEE SCOTT PRESSLAK
YPTCHI THE CHICAGO TRANSPORTATION ACHIEVEMENT FUNDRAISING DINNER YPT MEMBER OF THE YEAR AWARD NOMINEE DAVID POWE
YPTCHI THE CHICAGO TRANSPORTATION ACHIEVEMENT FUNDRAISING DINNER YPT MEMBER OF THE YEAR AWARD NOMINEE SEAN HEMENWAY
YPTCHI THE CHICAGO TRANSPORTATION ACHIEVEMENT FUNDRAISING DINNER YPT MEMBER OF THE YEAR AWARD NOMINEE DANIEL RAPPOPORT
It’s almost time for our first annual Chicago Transportation Achievement Fundraising Dinner, so we want to recognize our Member of the Year nominees!
📅 December 16, 2025
📍 Revolution Brewing Taproom
Let’s celebrate our community and build the future together. 🚇🤝
Learn more and register to attend today: bit.ly/2025-ypt-chi-fundraiser
Calling all firms and agencies - are you looking to support transportation’s future during the season of giving? We’d love to highlight your organization and the work you make possible! Email Sponsorship Chair, John Donners, at JCDonners@gmail.com.
Whether you're a YPT member, student, early-career professional, seasoned leader, or organization looking to support the next generation, this is your opportunity to be part of something special.
Enjoy great food, Revolution Brewing craft beers, as we showcase the work of our amazing members and recognize achievements in our industry.
YPT Chicago is excited to host our first annual Transportation Achievement Fundraising Dinner, a night dedicated to celebrating the people, projects, and partnerships shaping the future of Chicago’s transportation network.
⏲️We are just over a week out from our final event of the year! Join us as a corporate sponsor or an event attendee to support YPT's bold vision for the future of transportation! ✨
Learn more and register to attend today: bit.ly/2025-ypt-chi-fundraiser
Inbox: Our friends at @yptchicago.org are seeking nominations for Project of the Year and Member of the Year. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
We will gather at District Brew Yards shortly after 5:30pm, so look for the YPT Chicago banners to find the group! Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore and connect with fellow transportation enthusiasts.
Join YPT Chicago at District Brew Yards for a casual happy hour! RSVP at bit.ly/4mjxCpX
All event registrants will enjoy their first drink on YPT Chicago! Check-In with a YPT Board Member to receive a drink ticket.
Our next and final Board Member Feature is Brandon McFadden!
You can read Brandon's full feature on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
Thank you to everyone that joined us for Student Networking last week! YPT Chicagos student networking event is a fast-paced, structured opportunity for students to connect with professionals in the transportation space.
You can see more from the event on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
Our next Board Member Feature is Matthew Krause!
Matthew is a Senior Planning Specialist at Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways (DOTH). You can see Matthews full feature on our LinkedIn! www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
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🚆🍻 Join YPT as we Barrel Down the BNSF and take our monthly YPT Happy Hour on the (rail)road! RSVP at bit.ly/3Wl3JL4!
Learn more on LinkedIn or at the link above!
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Our next Board Member Feature is John Donners, YPT Chicago's 2025 Chair of Sponsorship!
You can read John's entire board feature on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
We will gather at Off Color Brewing shortly after 5:30pm, so look for the YPT Chicago banners to find the group! Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore and connect with fellow transportation enthusiasts. All event registrants will enjoy their first drink on YPT Chicago!
Join YPT Chicago at Off Color Brewing for a casual happy hour with some light bites and good company! RSVP at bit.ly/4mjxCpX!
