PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS FOR EMERGING LEADERS CONFERENCE
November 1, 2025
Professional Pathways for Emerging Leaders Conference
PROPEL is a leading professional development conference fostering deep connections among minority young professionals in the Charlotte region.
Organized by the Urban League of Central Carolina's Young Professionals our mission is to equip emerging leaders with essential soft and technical skills that will enhance their professional future.
The one-day conference offers a chance to network with a diverse audience of young professionals from across the country. PROPEL's focus is on Career Development, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Community Building. Participants will benefit from interactive lectures and high-impact workshops, empowering them for future success.
Tara Butler
Wealth Strategist
Bank of America
Namaine Combs
Managing Director, Private Bank
Bank of America
Rose Blackwood
Strategy Executive
Bank of America
Eli Strickland
SVP, Pinnacle Financial
Megan Turner
Partner, Ernst & Young
Kimani Robinson
Certified Gallup Strengths Finders Coach
Hailey Mangrum
Learning and Development Expert
Issiah McLean
CEO, Infinite Future Leaders Consulting
Devanne Pena
Founder & CEO, AfroSpace
PICK YOUR PATH
PROPEL offers two dynamic pathways featured with subject matter expert speakers.
1) Career Chasers
2) Entrepreneurship & Innovation
