***Please note that all of our events will be virtual through March 31, 2021, due to the impact of COVID-19. We are in the process of updating our event information. Current event dates, times, and pricing are subject to change. We continue to monitor the effects of the pandemic and will update our event pages accordingly.*** This event will take place online using Crowdcast and Zoom platforms. You will receive your unique link prior to the event date. Your link cannot be shared or duplicated. Walk West CEO delivers Opening Keynote for YPN Conference Opening Keynote: Activating Change Confirmed Speaker:
Change is undeniable. It happens in every phase of your personal and professional life. Change can be viewed as difficult or scary, but what if we shift the perspective? Can you “treat every day like it’s game day and every challenge as an opportunity to demonstrate excellence?” By doing so, you have the opportunity to drive change within your personal and professional life and gain the reputation of a change maker. As a Diversity & Inclusion Champion, Executive Coach, and Entrepreneur, Donald Thompson spent his career activating change within professionals, organizations, and systems, which led him to his current role as CEO of Walk West. Be inspired and learn how to embrace change, big and small, so that you can be a part of activating change in your own life. Breakout Session: Activating Change as a Professional Confirmed Speakers:
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Over the course of a lifetime, the average person will spend 90,000 hours at work. That is 90,000 hours that you will feel either fulfilled or drained. How can you ensure you are fulfilled and energized at work each day? In this breakout session, you will learn how to set goals, track your progress, build your network, and explore how to have hard conversations to activate change in your career. Whether you are currently in your first role, or you are almost halfway through your career, the time is right to create and execute your plan to activate change as a professional. Breakout Session: Activating Change at your Organization Confirmed Speaker:
Change is a standard function of business. It can improve processes, encourages innovation, provides a competitive edge for recruitment, and fosters staff development. Change can improve organizational morale but it requires buy-in. As a young professional, your strength is in your ability to adapt or activate change and be a leader in your organization. Join us at this breakout session to learn how you can identify, promote, and activate important change within your organization. Breakout Session: Activating Change in your Community Confirmed Speakers:
Are you looking for ways to get involved and be a part of activating change within your community? As greater Raleigh continues to grow and evolve, it is up to us, as community members, to ensure that change happens in an equitable and inclusive way. From volunteering with non-profit organizations, to local policy-making, to thinking about systemic and structural change, there is a role for everyone – especially young professionals! Attend this TEDx style talk to hear from several speakers in a rapid content format, find your passion, learn about our community landscape, and then make a plan to roll up your sleeves and get to work to make a lasting difference in our community. Breakout Session: Activating Change in your Personal Life Confirmed Speakers:
This past year has proved that setting goals for your emotional and mental well-being can have a tremendous impact on your quality of life. Join us at this breakout session that will focus on activating change personally. Who do you want to be? What does your personal brand look like and how do you share those gifts with the world? What makes your heart happy? How do you pivot through life changes? Learn how to stay focused and activate change personally with purpose. Panel of Change Makers Deliver Closing Charge for Conference Closing Charge Confirmed Speakers:
As change agents in their respective fields and in our community, this panel of speakers will conclude our conference with a closing charge. DeLisa and Cheri will reflect on lessons learned along the way, discuss how their roles have evolved over time, and explain how activating change has been a critical component to their success. This closing charge will be a moderated panel discussion that will propel attendees to action. Schedule of Events Day 1 (1.20.2021) 9 – 10 a.m. | Welcome and Opening Keynote 10:05 – 10:30 a.m. | Networking Break 10:35 – 11:15 a.m. | Breakout Sessions (Choose one: Professional or Organization) 11:20 – 11: 30 a.m. | Closing Remarks Day 2 (1.21.2021) 9 – 9:10 a.m. | Welcome 9:15 – 10 a.m. | Breakout Sessions (Choose one: Community or Personal) 10:05 – 10:30 a.m. | Networking Break 10:35 – 11:15 a.m. | Closing Charge 11:15 – 11:30 a.m. | Closing Remarks RSVP by Jan. 14 No refunds after RSVP deadline You will receive your unique link prior to the event date. Your link cannot be shared or duplicated. Questions? For content or YPN membership questions, email Matt Douglas For questions on event logistics, email Emily Caudle For sponsorship opportunities and inquiries, email sales@raleighchamber.org Let's stay connected! Facebook: Raleigh YPN Instagram: @RaleighYPN LinkedIn: Raleigh YPN Twitter: @RaleighChamber #RaleighYPN