The Young Professionals Connection (YPC) will host its annual gala on Aug. 3. The event will include a networking hour and dinner followed by a panel of young professionals discussing how they have navigated, led and influenced change both personally and professionally. The gala will also celebrate the accomplishments of the past term and welcome the new YPC board for 2024-25. The event will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Conservatory, 315 E. Fifth St. Suite 2 in Des Moines. Tickets are on sale until July 28.