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YoungPro Conference
2022 • AGENDA WELCOME
NOON - 1:15 PM: CEO MEET & EAT ROUNDTABLE & LUNCH
Janelle Lee / George Lemon / Kenny Peterson / Diane Robinson Denny Saunier / Betty Smith / Sandy Upperman
1:15 PM: BREAK 1:25 - 1:55 PM: WHERE ARE THE WORKERS? Jacob Duritsky & Michelle Henry + 2:00 - 2:45 PM: FOCUS GROUP EXERCISE: THINK BIG + BOLD Barb Bennett / Jeff Dafler / Alexandra O’Connor
2:45 PM: BREAK
2:50 - 3:35 PM: THE IMPORTANCE OF MEANING Charlotte Hunt 3:40 - 4:25 PM: THRIVING BALANCE Jason Henkel
OCTOBER 21,
YOUNGPRO 3.0 CONFERENCE
LUNCH + CEO MEET & EAT ROUNDTABLE:
This unique twist on the ystark! signature CEO Meet & Eat series will give YPs the opportunity to experience an engaging conversation with one of our region’s top leaders representing diverse industries, including healthcare, education, arts entrepreneurialism, non-profit, business, and more.
THE FEATURED LEADERS:
Janelle Lee, Director of Client Engagement, MAGNET
George Lemon, Retired, Business Leader and Activist
Kenny Peterson, Entrepreneur, Owner, Nothing Bundt Cakes and Any Lab Test Now; and former NFL Defensive-end
Diane Robinson, President, Greater Stark County Urban League
Denny Saunier, President & CEO, Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce
Betty Smith, Executive Director, EN-RICH-MENT
Sandy Upperman, Community President, Huntington Bank Stark County
George Lemon
Janelle Lee
Sandy Upperman
Denny Saunier
Betty Smith
Kenny Peterson
Diane Robinson
YOUNGPRO 3.0 CONFERENCE
WHERE ARE THE WORKERS?:
These two research and analytic experts will share the data behind a recent, comprehensive study about the changing talent landscape in Northeast Ohio. This data will provide context and set the stage for an interactive and thought-provoking discussion and invitation for YPs to add their voice, contributing to the mission of attracting and retaining talent to work, live, and play here. // www.wherearetheworkers.com
Jacob Duritsky, VP of Strategy & Research, Team NEO Michelle Henry, Principal, Center for Marketing and Opinion Research
NOW, LET’S CONTINUE THE CONVO... FOCUS GROUP EXERCISE - THINK BIG + BOLD:
Barb Bennett, VP Education and Workforce, Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce
Dafler, VP Economic Development and Public Policy, Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce
O’Connor, Project Manager, Canton
Chamber of Commerce
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Jacob DuritskyMichelle Henry
Barb Bennett
Jeff Dafler
Alexandra O’Connor
YOUNGPRO 3.0 CONFERENCE
THE IMPORTANCE OF MEANING:
As young professionals find their place in their greater community, organization, and personal lives, it is important to determine and consider ones values. Charlotte Hunt will present an interactive facilitation to help guide our YPs towards prioritization of meaning and values, setting the foundation for realizing our potential. // www.charlottehunt.com
Charlotte Hunt, Executive Coach and Author
Keynote Speaker
THRIVING BALANCE:
Jason will present a unique set of brain-based modalities for those who wish to learn how to induce exceptional levels of productivity while finding balance and wellbeing in their work and life. There is no true work/life balance that applies to everyone. It’s a skill with proven, science-based techniques to manage distractions, increase cognitive abilities, and find a magical place of “balanced thriving”. // www.focustoevolve.com
Jason Henkel, Founder and Chief Balance Engineer, Focus to Evolve
Upcoming Events & Opportunities
Upcoming Events:
Politics & Co ee; A chat about key races and issues on the November ballot. Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce
Community Salute Awards Kent State University at Stark Conference Center
Fall NETWORK at Embassy Suites North Canton
YP Meetup at Forever Craft Urban Winery
Light Up Downtown
More details about upcoming events at www.cantonchamber.org.
Other opportunities to get involved!
Applications are open for the Spring Leadership Stark County Spotlight Program for young professionals. Apply online by February 27, 2023 at: www.leadershipstarkcounty.org.
To have on your radar!
Nominate an outstanding young professional for the 16th Annual Twenty under 40! awards. Applications open February 2023.
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