What Is LYPA? LYPA was founded in July 2000 by eight young professionals in Lexington. Their mission was to create an organization that provided emphasis on personal, civic and professional development for local professionals between the ages of 21 – 40. Since this time, LYPA has grown into an organization of hundreds of young professionals in Lexington and the surrounding area. Mission Statement LYPA grooms the next generation of community leaders while improving the quality of life in the city of Lexington. How LYPA Helps Our Members Grow Personally And Professionally: •Improving networking opportunities for our members. •Retaining young talent within the area. •Establishing an economic voice for Lexington’s young professionals. •Creating a more diversified base of social activities. •Providing philanthropic opportunities for our members.