Young Professionals of Knoxville has honored local organizations and individuals who are making an impact on local young professionals at work or in the community. The annual Impact Awards provides an opportunity to recognize leaders in the Knoxville community, to network with other professionals, and to celebrate all things Knoxville. 

This year, we’re thrilled to host the 10th Annual YPK Impact Awards at the Press Room on Friday, October 28. Members of YPK have submitted the nominations, as well as voted on the finalists ahead of this year’s event. Below you’ll find a description of each of our nominees:

The Connect Award

The Connect Award is given to an individual or organization that works to welcome and unite the Knoxville community through an event, action, or space. This award is focused on the opportunity for personal connection and growth that comes with human interaction.

The Connect Award - Individual Finalists

The Connect Award - Organization Finalists

The Develop Award

The Develop Award is given to an individual or organization that has championed community educational and/or professional development content or opportunities in the Knoxville area. This award is focused on tangible opportunities in which the Knoxville community can participate.

The Develop Award - Individual Finalists

The Develop Award - Organization Finalists

The Serve Award

The Serve Award is given to an individual or organization that has displayed meaningful participation in outreach projects and/or provided opportunities for community members to give back while helping make Knoxville the most desirable city for young professionals to live, work and play.

The Serve Award - Individual Finalists

The Serve Award - Organization Finalists

Outstanding Young Professional Award

The Outstanding Young Professional Award is given to someone who lives the values of YPK:  Connect, Develop, Serve. This individual also contributes to their respective professional field through their passion and dedication. This person can be seen as the standard bearer for the traits and values we believe organizations and our community at large attribute to consummate professionalism.

The First Horizon Bank Impact Award

The First Horizon Bank Impact Award is given to one experienced leader whose daily influence challenges young professionals and casts a vision for our community. This individual is a trailblazer that fosters growth for future leaders and has been a decisive contributor to the growth, opportunity, and engagement for young professionals in the region.

10th Annual YPK Impact Awards

Join us as we celebrate all of the finalists and the winners of the 10th Annual YPK Impact Awards at the Press Room on Friday, October 28. This event is open to the entire Knoxville community. Purchase your tickets today! Registration closes on Monday, October 17.