Welcome to YPO

YPO, the world’s leading leadership organization for executive directors, today brings together 30,000 members in more than 142 countries. YPO leverages the knowledge, influence and trust of the world’s most innovative business leaders to inspire personal, business, family and community growth.

YPO global reach

Canada
19
Chapters
1824
Members
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Western U.S.
39
Chapters
2941
Members
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Europe
82
Chapters
3517
Members
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Africa
24
Chapters
960
Members
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North Asia
20
Chapters
1089
Members
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South Asia
23
Chapters
1656
Members
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Pacific U.S.
58
Chapters
4017
Members
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22 Million

Combined number of employees of YPO member-run companies

150+

Countries

1950

The year we were founded

What is YPO? We are a leadership community like no other.

Purpose

We are the global leadership community of chief executives driven by the shared belief that the world needs better leaders. Our peers are extraordinary leaders who have achieved significant leadership success at a young age. We come together in YPO to become better leaders and better people. We learn from one another, access rich learning programs, share exceptional experiences and make lasting friendships. All in an inclusive community of open sharing and trust. Through YPO, we are inspired and supported to make a difference in the lives, businesses and the world we impact.

Members

While all of our members meet specific criteria to join YPO, our community itself is an inclusive and welcoming one. Each YPO member brings a diverse background of perspectives, culture, ideas and expertise. We are leaders who strive to grow in all aspects of our lives, with a thirst for learning and new experiences that help us make a difference beyond business.

Leadership

Over 10,000 members currently volunteer their time and effort to drive the YPO experience on every level. Truly embracing servant leadership, these opportunities continually prove to be among the most rewarding in our lives — both inside and outside of YPO. Every member is encouraged to take a leadership journey that enriches themselves, their peers and the future of our organization.

Meet our members

My personal experience has been that the international connection is much greater than just the forum experience.
To share those common issues you’re facing personally, family, business-wise, and just being able to share the load of your concerns in that safe environment, that’s very valuable.
Leverage YPO Network, it’s an amazing network that many people don’t use internationally.

Executive Directors at YPO

Be part of something extraordinary with YPO.

Would you like to know more about YPO?

Join YPO’s community of 30,000 extraordinary chief executives across 130 countries. Your potential membership is evaluated on the strength and impact of your achievements and leadership success. We value diversity in every measure, including background and industry.
Criteria 1
Age

Under 45 years old

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

or

Enterprise Value:

$25,000,000+ USD

Completely unique, highly personal and unequalled among leadership organizations.

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