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The Sarasota Young Professionals Group is proud to host the Annual Young Professionals Summit! This half-day event focuses on learning new ways for you to grow personally, professionally, and as a leader in the community we love. During the event, the annual Young Professional of the Year is awarded.

2023 YP SUMMIT- Balancing Success

As we navigate a rapidly evolving world, it is crucial to discover ways to maintain a healthy work-life balance, foster personal well-being, and achieve sustainable success. At this year's YP Summit, attendees gained practical tips, heard inspiring stories, and participated in engaging discussions that equipped them with the necessary tools to navigate the unique challenges of this year. Additionally, two outstanding Young Professionals were recognized with the annual Young Professional of the Year Award - Evan Samson and Tiona Settles.

Evan Samson, DMSI International

Tiona Settles, CenterPlace Health

Photos by Ian Swaby, The Observer

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Young professional of the year Award Winners

2004 - Margaret Fuesy
2005 - Doug Swimm
2006 - Anne Chauvet
2007 - Jay Lockaby
2008 - Andrew Foley
2009 - Anand Pallegar​
​2010 - Frank Maggio, Jr.
2011 - Courtney R. Wise
​2012 - Sam Davidson
2013 - Taelor Schuerer

2014 - Chris Laney
2015 - Gabriele Vest​
2016 - Heather Williams
2017 - Murray Devine
​2018 - Rachel Denton
2019 - Jenny Townsend
​2020- Liz Stamoulis
​2021- Ross Johnston
2022- Zack Holzworth
2023 - Evan Samson and Tiona Settles