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The Young Professionals of NWF Leadership Conference brings together the region&rsquo\;s dynamic Young Professionals groups for a day of learning\, networking\, and inspiration! Hosted by the Crestview Area\, Destin\, Greater Fort Walton Beach\, Navarre\, Niceville Valparaiso\, and Walton Area Chambers of Commerce\, this event is designed to connect and empower emerging leaders.

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Attendees will gain valuable insights from community and business leaders through engaging panels and inspiring speakers\, covering topics like leadership development\, career growth\, and community impact.
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\nSponsorships available:

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$1\,200 Table Sponsor (Six Total\, One for Each Chamber)

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Table for Eight Guests
6-Foot Display Table
Ability to Place Marketing Material at All Seats
Recognition in Promotions and on Program

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$500 Gold Sponsor (Twelve Total\, Two for Each Chamber)

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Complimentary Entrance for Four Guests
Recognition in Promotions and on Program

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Agenda:\n\n

Hosted by the Crestview Area\, Destin\, Greater Fort Walton Beach\, Navarre\, Niceville Valparaiso\, and Walton Area Chambers of Commerce\, the Young Professionals of NWF Leadership Conference will unite the area'\;s strong Young Professionals groups to tap into the knowledge and expertise of community and business leaders.

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This year'\;s conference is themed Building Your Career. Attendees will enjoy discussions on developing in-demand skills\, creating a strong personal brand\, leveraging networking and community involvement\, and building a career on service.

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Thank you to our sponsors United Way Emerald Coast\, Frances Roy\, Okaloosa Gas\, Synovus\, Bayou Pub and B-Boy Productions! Additional sponsorships are available.
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10:00 AM | Check-In &\; Coffee

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10:30 AM | Welcome

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10:40 AM | Panel #1: Building Your Career Through Community Service
\nPanelists: Bernard Johnson\, FPL Regional External Affairs Manager for Okaloosa and Walton Counties
\nMel Ponder\, Northwest Florida State College President
\nNeko Stubblefield\, Eglin Federal Credit Union Senior VP of Membership and Community Development

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11:30 AM | Panel #2: Unlocking Career Growth - How networking &\; community involvement still give you the edge
\nPanelists: Christian Carlee\, First National Bank Market President
\nJulie Cotton\, Northwest Florida State College Chair of Hospitality &\; Tourism Management
\nDanica LaFaire\, Fish Window Cleaning Franchise Owner

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12:30 PM | Lunch Buffet

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1:15 PM | Panel #3: Developing In-Demand Skills &ndash\; Stay competitive in a rapidly evolving job market
\nPanelists: Michael Beedie\, WM Gulf Coast Area Senior Manager of Government Affairs
\nTodd Jackson\, HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital CEO
\nDr. Cristie Kedroski\, Northwest Florida State College Senior Vice President

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2:15 PM | Cookie Break

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2:30 PM | Panel #4: Developing a Strong Personal Brand &ndash\; Position yourself as a valuable professional in your industry
\nPanelists: Baylor Breckenridge\, HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital Acting CFO
\nCorey Dobridnia\, Walton County Sheriff'\;s Office Public Information Officer
\nCali Hlavac\, Sassy Tangerine Creative Owner &\; Marketing Strategist

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3:30 PM | Keynote Speaker: Col. Allison Black\, USAF Retired

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4:15 PM | Closing Remarks

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4:30 PM | Happy Hour Sponsored by Bayou Pub

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