A community for connection and exploration in Columbus
Welcome to 2026 with CYP!
A recent CYP Members in Marketing leaders meetup
A new year always brings fresh energy and at the CYP Club, 2026 is about creating more ways to help lift up, level up, and get to know the city we call home.
Whether you’re here to make new friends, explore Columbus, build your career, or give back, we’re glad you’re part of our growing community.
What 2026 Looks Like at CYP
This year, you’ll see more of what our members consistently ask for and value most:
• Social experiences that make it easier to meet people and build real connections • Career and leadership opportunities that help you level up personally and professionally • Community-driven events that showcase the best of Columbus and the people shaping it
We’re focused on creating event experiences that feel welcoming, accessible, and worth your time.
Check out these recent Member Milestones & Celebrations:
• We’re excited to celebrate Cyrus Richardson on his promotion to Director of Speaker & Community Outreach at the CYP Club. Cyrus has been instrumental in building meaningful conversations, strengthening community partnerships, and ensuring our events feature voices that reflect the depth and diversity of Columbus. We’re grateful for his leadership and excited to see his impact grow in this expanded role. Send Cyrus a congratulations note
• Good Vibes & Good News Across the CYP Network
🎤 Congratulations to Shirley Ellis, who will serve as a Keynote Speaker at the Ohio Women’s Bar Association Leadership Summit, delivering her signature keynote Building Resilience for Leadership Success to kick off her 2026 calendar year.
🌟 Congratulations to Joshua Tice, who has been elected President-Elect of PRSA Central Ohio for 2026 and will serve as President in 2027, helping advance professional development, mentorship, and advocacy across the region.
🔦 A big shoutout to Brenda Duarte, who was featured in Elly’s 2025 Recruiter Impact Spotlight, recognizing her people-first approach to recruiting and commitment to meaningful career connections.
Kick off the new year by meeting new friends over a mix of board games and darts (plus food and drink specials) at Homefield Iconic Sports Bar. Come solo or bring a friend and jump right in. Only $5 per person or free for CYPremium members.
Join the CYP Club’s Winter Bowling League on Tuesday nights at RollHouse Columbus, kicking off January 13 for eight weeks of social, co-ed league play, themed prize nights, drink specials, and an end-of-season celebration. Register solo or with friends.
Start your morning with purpose at Coffee with a Cause: New Leaders for the New Year, featuring four nonprofit leaders stepping into key roles across Central Ohio. Join Kendall White (Columbus Urban League YPs), Matt Lofy (Westerville Area Chamber), Santoria Sawyer (NAWIC and Smoot Construction), and Shon Christy (Leadership Ohio) for an insightful conversation on leadership transitions, early lessons, and community impact.
The CYP Club is partnering with Besa on Monday, January 19 to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through meaningful service and conversation. We’ll assemble supply kits for youth at Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio, followed by lunch and a panel on how service strengthens youth-centered nonprofits.
We recently partnered with CLDA for a Speed Friending Social
Members gathered at Brothers Drake Meadery for a high-energy night of Speed Friending and beginner-friendly Latin dance instruction led by the Columbus Latin Dance Academy. With structured rotations, easy icebreakers, and a fun dance lesson, attendees met dozens of new people in one night while wrapping up the year on a high note.
The CYP Club is a hub for careers, community, conversations and culture for young professionals across central Ohio. Learn more about our events, initiatives, athletics and impact at cypclub.com!
