The Detroit Metropolitan: Urban Lifestyles Blog

So I heard through the grapevine that the 10th Anniversary of Bravo Bravo 2009, an annual fundraiser for the Michigan Opera House hosted by the young professionals of the Michigan Opera Theatre Volunteer Association, was a huge hit and from the looks of the pictures, they had another successful year.

It was reported that over 2,000 party goers attended this years 1920’s themed events and guests were treated to unlimited food from more than 40 restaurants such as Wolfgang Puck, Hard Rock Cafe, and Mosaic, and a full open bar (which I hear many definitely took advantage of…I won’t mention names!) I also hear this year it was definitely more diverse than past years, and the young movers and shakers of Detroit definitely represented.

Congrats to them for another successful year!!
All pics from Metromix.com website

So a little over a year ago I attended a meeting for a then unknown, newly formed group called Detroit Young Professionals. I decided to join the Facebook group in a desperate attempt to find a network of young, educated movers and shakers in the Detroit area that shared common interests as myself. So when I saw a FB group post on their page that said they were having a meeting, I was so intrigued that I felt obliged to attend.

Upon my arrival, I was shocked and amazed to see that I was surrounded by what appeared to be the perfect group of young professionals…young, diverse, progressive, friendly folks that all shared a common interest…networking with other like minded people in the Detroit metro area. The meeting was hosted by Eddie Lee, the organizations founder, and I knew after listening to his presentation and his plan to start a nonprofit organization whose mission would include supporting the community, networking, and of course quality social options..I knew this group was something special and that DYP was filling a major void in “Detroits young professional” scene.

Since that time, I have attended several of their events and I must say I am never disappointed. They have hosted everything from fabulous networking mixers at various locations around town including, Touch the Sky Soiree at the Skyline Club, their Inaugural Leadership Summit at the Renaissance Club, Vanguard Awards at Cliff Bell’s, and just recently they celebrated their One-Year Anniversary at Chen Chow in Birmingham.

Congrats to Eddie Lee and the DYP team for a job well done!!
pictured above: Eddie Lee, Dara Davis Munson, Danielle Wright, and Kevin Davis at the DYP Vanguard Awards

Above: DYP crew at Touch the Sky Soiree at the Skyline Club

More info about DYP from their website.

Detroit Young Professionals (DYP) is a regional nonprofit organization that provides professional development, social networking and civic engagement opportunities. We are dedicated to making metro Detroit a better place and developing our region’s next generation of leaders.

DYP enriches Detroit by cultivating an environment that attracts and retains young professionals and entrepreneurs. We empower young professionals to succeed and provide resources for them to develop and make a positive impact in the region.

Founded in November 2007, DYP began as a grassroots collective of diverse, forward-thinking individuals with a passion for cultivating creativity, entrepreneurship and a spirit of community in metropolitan Detroit. Since then, we’ve evolved into an independent nonprofit organization with one of the largest networks of young leaders, innovators and changemakers in Southeast Michigan.

DYP is a volunteer-driven organization and we welcome people of all ages and backgrounds to participate. A thirteen-member Leadership Team governs and oversees the organization’s operation and affairs. Getting involved is as simple as attending our meetings and helping out with projects, as needed. Subscribe to our mailing list and join our social networks to stay informed about the latest happenings

For more information, please check out Detroityoungprofessionals.org
All photos courtesy of DYP website