In today’s competitive job market, showcasing your full potential to recruiters and employers is key. While a résumé may highlight your skills and experiences, it often falls short in conveying your passion, drive, and initiative. This is where the Esri Young Professionals Network (YPN) member badge comes into play. This powerful visual tool speaks volumes about your commitment to personal and professional growth.

Sporting the Esri YPN badge on your email signature or social profiles goes beyond mere decoration; it serves as a beacon of your affiliation with a prestigious community dedicated to advancing the field of geographic information systems (GIS).

Read more: https://www.esri.com/en-us/about/ypn/overview

Importance of the badge

Here’s why it matters:

Instant recognition

Recruiters and industry professionals instantly recognize the values and character embedded within the Esri YPN community. Your badge signals your dedication to continuous learning, proactive networking, and potential for leadership within the GIS community.

Setting yourself apart

By proudly displaying your Esri YPN membership, you distinguish yourself as someone who actively invests in their career development. It’s a tangible demonstration of your commitment to staying ahead of the curve and making meaningful contributions to the GIS industry.

How do get the badge?

Getting your hands on an Esri YPN member badge is quick and easy:

1. Visit esri.com/YPN. (https://www.esri.com/en-us/about/ypn/overview)
2. Click on “Request your Esri YPN digital swag.”
3. Fill out and submit the form.
4. Check your inbox for an email from Esri Young Professionals Network.
5. Download the badge and insert it into your email signature or social profiles.

But the benefits of being part of Esri YPN don’t end with a badge. As a member, you gain access to a vibrant community of over 20,000 GIS professionals, students, mentors, and subject matter experts. From networking events and curated blog posts to webinars and local chapters, Esri YPN offers a wealth of resources to support your career growth and development.

And the perks don’t stop there. When you request your Esri YPN digital swag, you’ll also gain access to additional resources, including social media assets and Zoom backgrounds, allowing you to showcase your YPN pride across all digital platforms.

Join the Esri YPN community today and let your badge do the talking. Together, we’re shaping the future of GIS!