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YPO is the largest community of extraordinary women chief executives in the world — all committed to helping one another become more successful in business and in life. But YPO isn’t just another item on your to-do list — it’s a true community of women like you that are ready to support and encourage you through all of life’s highs and lows. Join us today!
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About YPO Membership Requirements

Criteria 1
Age

Women age 54 and below

Criteria 2
Title

President, CEO, Chairperson of the Board, Managing Director, Managing Partner, or Equivalent title.

Criteria 3
Number of employees

50 Full-Time Employees

Or: 15+ Full-Time Employees and Minimum $2,500,000 USD Annual Employee Compensation

Criteria 4
Revenue by company type

Sales, Service, Manufacturing:

15,000,000+ USD

Agency:

$12,000,000+ USD

Financial Institution:

$300,000,000+ USD AUM

Enterprise Value:

$25,000,000+ USD

Ready to apply? Let’s get to know each other.

1. Contact Information
2. Requirements
3. Your Details
Company Details
5. Terms & Fees

To find out more about YPO membership, please tell us a little bit about yourself. YPO welcomes membership applications from women 54 and under who have reached the title of President, CEO Chairperson of the Board (or the equivalent). 

YPO Qualifying Criteria

YPO candidates must meet one requirement from each of the four criteria.

Criteria 1
Age

54 and below

Criteria 2
Title

President, CEO, Chairperson of the Board, Managing Director, Managing Partner, or Equivalent title.

Criteria 3
Number of employees
  • 50 Full-Time Employees
or
  • 15+ Full-Time Employees
and
  • Minimum $2,500,000 USD Annual Employee Compensation
Criteria 4
Revenue by company type

Sales, Service, Manufacturing:

15,000,000+ USD

Agency:

$12,000,000+ USD

Financial Institution:

$300,000,000+ USD AUM

Enterprise Value:

$25,000,000+ USD

Tell us a little about yourself

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If you were referred by a YPO member, please provide their information below.

Tell us about your qualifying company(s)

What makes you a good fit for YPO?

The value of YPO lies in its members, so we’re looking to build relationships between leaders that are making a real impact in the world. If you think that’s you, tell us why.

Estimate your annual membership dues if accepted:

Amount includes a one-time initiation fee of USD3,975.00 + pro-rated annual dues (USD3,975).*April, May or June amount includes prorated dues for the current fiscal year plus annual dues (USD3,975) for the upcoming fiscal year. YPO dues will increase annually by a minimum of the Consumer Price Index (CPI). ** This estimation does not include local chapter dues amounts.

Note: Annual membership renewal dues are payable on 1 June of each year. YPO membership renews annually prior to the beginning of YPO’s fiscal year (1 July – 30 June). Membership dues are nonrefundable upon acceptance into YPO.

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