“Young professionals are all too often an untapped resource. The bright young demographic, if given the right vehicle, can offer time, extensive energy, brainpower and an unquenchable thirst for knowledge and understanding. I see MAYPA as the vehicle, driven to harness and energize this resource. In so doing, the group is able develop a solid and substantial network by getting involved in the community and connecting with other energetic individuals.”
- Jim Hancock

“The Mobile Area Young Professionals Alliance has been such a wonderful addition to the city of Mobile…this group has offered great networking and social opportunities that have made me feel like a valued member of this community… MAYPA has also been an asset to AJM by allowing us to post internship opportunities. We have great success recruiting new interns through the MAYPA network. Thank you to Chris Barraza and Tim Parker for creating this organization. I know MAYPA will continue to contribute to the betterment and growth of the city of Mobile.”
- Nicole Noto

“I am happy to be able to give back to the community by getting involved with the MAYPA, and by chairing the Higher Education Committee. We want those graduating from local colleges and universities to realize that there are many benefits to living, working, and having fun right here… We want Mobile to be their first option, not their last option, to begin their professional lives.”
- Katherine B. Rigsby