Who is YBP?
Young Black Pharma (YBP) is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization that is geared towards Cultivating, Inspiring, and Connecting Black professionals in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Originally founded in 2016, YBP was initiated by a close-knit group of Black pharma professionals who identified the need for individuals with similar backgrounds to network and share stories about their unique experiences in pharma while fostering growth and professional advancement among peers in a trusted and safe space.
Our Mission
To Cultivate talent through mentoring initiatives that focus on the personal and professional development needed to excel in the pharmaceutical industry.
To Inspire Black pharmaceutical industry professionals to strive for excellence inside and outside of their careers and prioritize paying it forward.
To Connect and network to share meaningful experiences and encourage community among Black people in pharma.
Our Vision
We seek to empower Black professionals with essential resources and networking opportunities that will increase the representation and improve the trajectory of Black professionals within the pharmaceutical industry.
Young Black Pharma Testimonials
Executive Board and Co-Founders
MARISSA WEST, PHARMD, RPH
President, Finance Lead
DAWN BEY,
PHARMD, MBA
1st VP, Professional Development Lead
IRENE OKEKE, PHARMD, RPH
2nd VP, Marketing Lead
IJEOMA OYETUNDE, PHARMD
Membership and Social Lead