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for the 4th year THE PREMIER CONFERENCE FOR
PROFESSIONALS is BACK IN CHARLOTTE AND YOU’RE INVITED.
WHAT TO EXPECT
1 JAM PACKED DAY OF
NETWORKING, WORKSHOPS, AND CONNECTING WITH PROFESSIONALS ACROSS MULTIPLE INDUSTRIES
Block your calendars for NOVEMBER 1
PROPEL CONFERENCE SESSIONS DESCRIPTIONS
Sessions will have core themes focused on career development, entrepreneurship, and advocacy
Career Architecture: Building Your Future-Ready Skillset
Your career doesn’t just happen—it’s intentionally designed. In this highly interactive workshop, you’ll create a personal “Career Blueprint” that maps out the skills, networks, and experiences needed to move from where you are now to where you want to be next—whether that’s your first role out of college or a promotion into higher leadership. Participants will leave confident, equipped, and ready to stand out in today’s competitive job market with a clear plan to accelerate their growth.
Blueprints for Advocacy: From Guidance to Game-Changers
Mentorship helps you grow, but sponsorship changes your future. This session uncovers the hidden blueprint for attracting champions who will not just guide you—but actively advocate, open doors, and elevate you into opportunities you never imagined. Learn the strategies that transform guidance into game-changing advocacy.
Wealth by Design: Turning Strategy into Legacy
Generational wealth doesn’t come by chance—it’s designed. This panel unpacks the strategies, mindsets, and blueprints of entrepreneurs and wealth-builders who have turned first investments into legacies. You’ll leave with clear, practical steps to start building financial security that lasts far beyond you.
Brandscaping: Designing the You They Can’t Forget
In today’s noisy world, your brand is your blueprint for opportunity. Hear from creatives, influencers, and disruptors on how they’ve crafted authentic, unforgettable brands that open doors and build trust. This session will help you refine, elevate, and unleash the version of “you” that they’ll never forget.
Breaking the Ceiling: Advancing Beyond Mid-Level Leadership
The leap from mid-level to senior leadership is one of the toughest—and most rewarding. This panel breaks down how to shift from managing tasks to setting strategy and influencing at the highest levels. You’ll leave with tools to break barriers, claim your seat at the table, and step into impact-driven leadership.
Funding the Vision: Unlocking Capital That Scales
Every bold idea—from a nonprofit initiative to a startup to a community program—needs resources to thrive. This workshop goes beyond grant writing to explore the full spectrum of funding options, including grants, venture capital, sponsorships, and strategic partnerships. You’ll learn how to identify opportunities, craft compelling pitches, and build funding strategies that unlock the dollars needed to bring your vision to life and sustain long-term impact.
The Political Download: A Discussion with NC’s Legislative Leaders
What’s really happening at the intersection of politics and community? This panel gives you direct access to leaders across state, local, and federal government to unpack how policies shape opportunities, equity, and growth. Attendees will leave informed, empowered, and ready to step into their own role as civic leaders.
Intelligent Blueprints: Harnessing AI for Career and Business Growth
AI is no longer optional—it’s your competitive edge. In this hands-on workshop, subject-matter experts will guide you through practical strategies to leverage AI for smarter workflows, scalable impact, and breakthrough creativity. You’ll leave with actionable tools to turn AI from a buzzword into a powerful accelerator for your career or business.
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