On May 23, Yale School of Management alumni gathered at Yandoux Patisserie in Richmond to celebrate the launch of the Yale SOM British Columbia Chapter.

The inaugural gathering brought together alumni from across the province for an enjoyable morning of conversation, reconnecting, and meeting fellow members of the Yale community. Over coffee and pastries, attendees shared professional experiences, exchanged ideas, and discussed ways to strengthen alumni engagement in British Columbia.

The new chapter is led by Louisa Chen SOM ’23 and was established to help foster connections among Yale SOM alumni while building bridges with the broader Yale community throughout the province.

The event also highlighted the continued growth of Yale's alumni presence in British Columbia and the enthusiasm of graduates to create meaningful local connections.

We extend our thanks to the Yale SOM Alumni Relations Office for sponsoring the event and to Shannon English for her support in helping bring the chapter launch to life.

Congratulations to the Yale SOM British Columbia Chapter on a successful kickoff, and we look forward to seeing the community continue to grow in the years ahead.