About Us
Our Story
Baraboo Young Professionals (BYP) was founded in 2018 with one goal: to create opportunities for young professionals to connect, grow, and give back to the community. Many individuals who grew up in Baraboo were leaving and not returning. BYP was started to build a network where like-minded individuals could form meaningful relationships, develop professionally, and make a positive impact in the community.
Check out upcoming events! New members are always welcome to join!
Our Core Values
BYP is built around four core values that guide everything we do:
- Volunteering – Giving back to local non-profits and strengthening our community.
- Networking – Building connections that support professional and personal growth.
- Social Connections – Creating a welcoming environment to meet and collaborate.
- Professional Development – Learning from local experts to advance our careers.
Each month, we host meetings that rotate between roundtable discussions, networking opportunities, and guest speakers. These speakers—local business owners and community leaders—share their expertise on a wide variety of topics.
Meet Our Board of Directors
Josh Nagel
President
Michelle Markofski
Vice President
Rob Hameister
Treasurer
Miranda Klabunde
Secretary
Lucy Kimball
Director
Sam Brueggeman
Director
Sara Oostdik
Director
Koral Schuster
Director
Hannah Dahlgren
Director
Get Involved
Beyond monthly meetings, BYP organizes large-scale community fundraising events, including:
- Putt Putt Pub Crawl
- Food Truck Rally
- Sips and Swings
- Baraboo Night Market
In 2024 alone, BYP donated over $10,000 to local organizations, and we’re excited to continue making a difference in 2025!
Check out our impact on the Baraboo community below to learn more!
Become a BYP Member!
BYP is open to young professionals aged 18-40 who live or work in the Baraboo area and are looking to grow their careers while making meaningful connections.
Becoming a member is easy! Join us at our next meeting to see if BYP is the right fit for you.
Ready to take the next step? Check out our Membership Page to take the next steps!
