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Young Professional Network

Developing the future of the industry

 

Join the YPN

ARA’s Young Professional Network connects more than 1,000 equipment and event rental industry professionals for leadership training, networking, education, and more. Member-exclusive benefits include:

  • Closed Facebook Discussion Group
  • Professional Development Events
  • Monthly YP Newsletter
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Why YPN?

Rental professionals between the ages of 18 and 40 will enjoy the benefits of YPN. ARA is strongly committed to developing the future leaders of the equipment and event rental industry. Join today, YPN membership is free!

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Share
Join YPN’s closed Facebook page in which members discuss industry issues and insights.
 
Network
ARA’s YPN hosts its own private event at the ARA Show where you can connect with other members.
 
Learn
The ARA Foundation sponsors  YPN conferences each year focused on leadership development.
 
Volunteer
ARA depends on the young professionals in our industry to lead the way and offer insight into your wants and needs.

YPN Programs

YPN Reception at The ARA Show

Get valuable tips and tools designed to help advance your career and take your business to the next level. This is a perfect opportunity to meet other young professionals in the rental community.

As for the trade show, you'll get to see the latest and greatest equipment and event trends from hundreds of vendors in all segments of the rental industry — and save money on your purchases with Show-Only Specials.

 

YPN Annual Conference

Connect with other young professionals and build your network within the equipment and event rental industry, learn career-building strategies and create new friendships.

"At the conference, you're able to learn a lot from your peers. You learn that they run into the same issues that you also have, and you can bounce ideas off of them. It's a good way to learn new procedures and ways to do things," says Daniel Zuniga, Botton's Equipment Rental, McMinnville, Ore., who attended the Denver conference.

Applicant Information

The American Rental Association and the Hire and Rental Industry Association are dedicated to building relationships and creating educational opportunities. View the application forms and information below.

Candidate Application
Host Family Application
Host Store Application
Eligibility Requirements
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Hear from your peers on both testimonial pages

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Hear from your peers on both testimonial pages

Join Today

Hear from your peers on both testimonial pages

“By joining the Young Professionals Network you take a step into a community that you may not have realized you wanted or needed. There are so many positive benefits, everyone should join.”

Julie Creedon-Linton, CERP, vice president, Creedon & Co., Worcester, Mass.

Hear from your peers on both testimonial pages

"The connections made at these conferences provide an understanding of some of the everyday issues we battle in the rental industry. All young professionals should attend to network and learn new ideas."

Ken Krieger, managing partner, LoneStar Outdoor Power Equipment, Onalaska, Texas

Frequently asked questions

  • Who can join YPN?

    Anyone who is affiliated with an ARA member rental store ...

    Anyone who is affiliated with an ARA member rental store (in any capacity), and is between the ages of 18 and 40 is eligible to participate.
  • How do I join?

    You can join today by ...

    You can join today by completing this form.  Sign up.
  • Is there a cost to join?

    Membership in this peer networking group is free ...

    Membership in this peer networking group is free for all employees of ARA member locations.