7:30 AM | Sponsor Check-In
7:45 - 8:15 AM | Check-In + Breakfast
8:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Use time to visit sponsor tables
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Free Headshots

8:15 – 8:30 AM 
Welcome from the Chamber + Starkey Team

8:30 – 9:30 AM 
Morning Keynote | Back to the Sandbox: How to Network with Stevie Ray, Executive Director, Stevie Ray’s Improv Company

[transition] 9:30 – 9:40 AM | Breakouts

9:40 – 10:15 AM | Peer-to-Peer Breakout #1

Attendees will be asked to attend one of the following:

Torrion Amie, Hennepin Tech, Interim Dean of Students
o Resilience and Overcoming Failure
Learn how to turn setbacks into stepping stones in our session on Resilience and Overcoming Failure. Discover strategies to build mental toughness, embrace challenges, and grow stronger from adversity, empowering you to thrive in any situation.

Karen Spaeth, Starkey, Chief Marketing Officer
o Creative Problem Solving
Unlock innovative solutions with insights from the Chief Marketing Officer at Starkey in this session on Creative Problem Solving. Discover how to approach challenges with a fresh perspective, harnessing creativity to drive impactful results in your professional journey.

Julie Brown, Boulay, Director of Culture and Inclusion
o DEI - Benefits of Allyship in the Workplace
Explore the transformative power of allyship in the workplace in this session designed to resonate with today's Millennials and Gen Zers. We’ll delve into the Dimensions of Difference and three types of allyship, with an interactive activity that encourages you to reflect on real workplace scenarios and strategize how to be a more effective ally.

Peter Fritsche, FC Solutions LLC, Owner
o Conflict = (Mis)communication
"Conflict = Miscommunication" explores how most workplace conflicts arise from misunderstandings rather than fundamental differences. In this breakout session, young professionals will learn practical strategies to improve communication skills, reduce conflicts, and create a more collaborative and productive work environment.

Leah Spielman, Best Buy, Technology Transformation Manager
o Working in Your Genius
In this interactive session, you will reflect on moments when you are at your best and explore how to position yourself in environments that need your unique genius and superpowers. Through guided activities and discussions, you’ll gain insights into your strengths and learn strategies to apply them more effectively in your personal and professional life.

[transition] 10:15-10:20

10:20 – 10:55 AM | Peer-to-Peer Breakout #2
o Attendees will be asked to select another session from Peer-to-Peer Breakout #1 selections

[transition] 10:55-11:05 AM

11:05-11:55 AM 

Lunch Keynote : If You're Not Growing, You're Dying with Todd Thiewes, Vice President of Sales, SANDLER

12:00-12:50 PM | LUNCH in cafeteria + visit with sponsors

1:15 -2:00 PM | Special Topic - Breakouts | Pick one of the following sessions to attend

Jared Little, Business Development Manager, Wings Credit Union
o Building a Net Zero Budget and Why You Should Have Started Yesterday
Budgeting is the cornerstone of your financial life. Every product available to you should complement your budget, not complicate it. In this presentation on “Net Zero Budgeting,” we will explore the benefits of budgeting, how to do it effectively, and how to effectively build an emergency savings fund as part of the budget process.

 

Jonah Kandikatla, Support Specialist, Prouty Project
o Goal-Setting: Your 3-5 year Comprehensive Plan & Fundamentals of Strategy
 In the “Fundamentals of Strategy,” Jonah will help young business leaders understand what’s needed to create and implement effective strategic plans. As we model the core components of strategy, we will connect business decision to purpose while also developing a strategic playbook.

Torrion Amie, Interim Dean of Students, Hennepin Tech
o Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage our own emotions while also effectively navigating interpersonal relationships. For young professionals, developing emotional intelligence is crucial in fostering collaboration, resilience, and leadership in the workplace.

Jason Sedlak, Owner, College Hunks – Eden Prairie
o Hear My Feedback, Match My Urgency
Mastering the art of feedback is crucial for driving impactful change. This session will empower you to deliver feedback with precision, match the urgency of your team’s performance, and navigate tough conversations with confidence, ultimately making a big difference with small yet powerful adjustments.

 

John Klick, EOS Implementer, EOS Worldwide

o Traction - Get a Grip on Your Business. Simplify, Clarify & Achieve Your Vision
Streamline your business processes, gain clarity on your goals, and create a focused action plan. By simplifying complexities and sharpening your vision, you'll be equipped to drive your business forward with purpose and precision

Erik Therwanger, Founder/Owner of ThinkGreat, Author of ThinkGreat Leadership
o Selling Thru Chaos - Strategies and Techniques To Be the Sales Driver Your Company Needs
Learn the tactics of Selling thru Chaos, so you can fire up your sales engine and drive your sales results to entirely new levels of success. This session will share unique ways to enhance your perceptions of selling, elevate your follow-up touches, and help you create more relevant questions.
 

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2:10 – 3:10 PM

FINAL Keynote: The 1-Degree Decision with Erik Therwanger, Founder/Owner, ThinkGreat Leadership

Discover the power of enhancing your mindset with the One-Degree Decision, where minor adjustments can lead to major results. This session will reveal how a slight shift in focus and action can create a ripple effect, driving significant outcomes in both your personal and professional life.

3:15 PM | Final Announcements and Adjourn by 3:30 PM