10 Years Young Professionals Summit (YPS)

The 10th Annual Young Professionals Summit takes place on October 17, 2025, in Glendale, California. Designed for leaders ages 18–26, this one-day conference offers career-building workshops, inspiring stories from corporate and community leaders, and a powerful network of peers. Participants will gain insider tips from top experts on landing internships and jobs, making the summit a launchpad for leadership, career success, and lasting connections.

Young Professionals Summit 2025 Agenda

  • REGISTRATION OPENS & NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY

  • WELCOME LUNCH & KEYNOTE SPEAKER

  • From Interview to Offer: Navigating the Full Job Search Journey

    Learn how to prepare for interviews with confidence, highlight your strengths effectively, navigate challenging questions, and evaluate and respond to job offers.

  • MINDFULNESS BREAK

  • From Paycheck to Portfolio: Your First Steps in Investing

    Learn the fundamentals of stocks, bonds, and retirement accounts like IRAs, and discover how each can contribute to building long-term financial security.

  • MINDFULNESS BREAK

  • The Power of Professional Relationships: Networking

    Discover how to identify the right coaches, mentors, and peers to support your leadership and career journey, and explore strategies to sharpen your personal brand and build authentic connections. 

  • Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the YPS

    Celebrate the last decade of building leaders and supporting their career success. 

  • Your Next Chapter: Mapping out Post-College Pathways

    Whether you’re considering a fellowship, graduate studies, or jumping straight into the workforce, learn from these panelists and their decision-making process. Learn how to evaluate each patch, weigh the short- and long-term opportunities, and choose the direction that best first your aspirations, skills, and interests.

  • Career Forum

    The signature session of the YPS! Career forums are your opportunity to engage with career professionals from diverse backgrounds and learn about their career trajectories and the fields they are in. 

  • CLOSING REMARKS

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