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As temperature rises and soccer mania kicks into high gear, Yelp searches for “air conditioning services” and “soccer bars” soared in the month of June. Also on our radar? Limoncello spritzes, caesar salads, budget bites, and more! What summer trends have you the most excited? https://lnkd.in/eUex3E6A * Changes in search on Yelp in June ‘24 vs. June ’23

Meet Marcel, a Software Engineer on our Engineering team! Marcel is also a member of our Yelp Employee Resource Group, YelpAbility. When Marcel was interviewing for his role at Yelp, he notified the recruiter about his low vision, so that the recruiter could ensure that his accessibility requirements were met throughout and beyond the interview process. "This really shows that we’re living this issue of disability, accessibility, and inclusion every day at Yelp," Marcel said. Learn more about what Yelp is doing to address accessibility here: https://lnkd.in/dpfdUYGf. YelpAbility aims to raise awareness of disabilities and invites everyone to participate in making Yelp a more accessible and inclusive workplace.

“Yelp’s mission to connect people with great local businesses empowers my work in several ways. I love knowing that I am contributing to a platform that helps people discover and support local establishments, and it motivates me to excel in my role.” Meet Ariana, a Senior Elite Account Director on our Local Sales team! Ariana’s #FiveStarCareer journey began in May 2022 when she joined our team as an Account Executive, and over the past two years, she has been fueled by her connection to our mission to achieve and surpass her goals. Learn more about Ariana’s #LifeAtYelp on our Careers blog ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gi5Sfw8y

Say hello to Michelle, an Account Executive on our Local Sales team! Michelle recently celebrated her 1st Yelpiversary, and as she reflects on her first year at Yelp, she is sharing a look into her #FiveStarCareer journey so far – from why she wanted to pursue a career in sales to how she stays motivated to hit her goals during a tough day and more. Learn more about Michelle’s #LifeAtYelp on our Careers blog ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eFpzByZ5

Say hello to Angela, an Engineering Manager on our Analytics Infrastructure team! Angela’s #FiveStarCareer journey began in May 2019 when she joined Yelp as an iOS Engineer. Since joining the team five years ago, she has become an Engineering Manager (EM), where she now focuses on overseeing project implementation and offering mentorship to support her team. When reflecting on her journey so far she says, “My five-year tenure at Yelp has been incredibly rewarding, and I am so excited for all of the adventures ahead.” Learn more about Angela’s #LifeAtYelp on our Careers blog ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gNxJ8ifs

To celebrate Disability Pride Month this July, Yelp is introducing eight new accessibility business attributes to show our continued commitment to making our platform accessible and inclusive. These new attributes will make it easier for users to find businesses that meet their mobility, hearing, and vision accessibility needs. Learn more about these new searchable attributes here: https://lnkd.in/dpfdUYGf

Say hello to Madeline, a Senior Local Sales Manager 2 on our Local Sales team 👋 Madeline began her #FiveStarCareer journey in 2015 as an Account Executive, and to celebrate her 9th Yelpiversary she is sharing a look into her journey so far. Learn more about Madeline’s #LifeAtYelp, her advice to folks interested in a career in sales, and more on our Careers blog ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e9BUXX_Z

As record-breaking heat, severe storms, and wildfires make headlines, millions of Americans have adapted to extreme weather by taking steps to protect their homes. Whether it’s staying cool in the summer heat or being prepared for storm season, creating a safe and comfortable living environment will help you stay productive and have peace of mind. To ensure your space is prepared for whatever the weather may bring, take a look at our top tips for weather-proofing your home, courtesy of Yelp’s trend expert, Tara Lewis: https://lnkd.in/eAmRfQqn.

Meet Erin, a Strategic Account Executive 3 on our Restaurant Sales team at Yelp! Erin joined our Local Sales team as an Account Executive and later transitioned to our Restaurant Sales team before taking some time away from Yelp to help with her family’s business. Erin rejoined our Restaurant Sales team in April 2022, diving back into her passion for sales ⭐ “Working alongside family is a unique experience, but I missed how challenging and fulfilling my work at Yelp was. Here, I can carve my own career path and see results based directly on my efforts. Yelp has such a clear structure to help you grow in your career and to top it off, the community here is just incredible. I have met some of the most genuine and kind people here who remain my lifelong friends.” To celebrate her recent Yelpiversary Erin is sharing her inspiration for pursuing a sales career, her advice for aspiring sales professionals, and more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g28gV6Ns