2025 ignite520 Young Professional Leadership Experience

Started in 2015, ignite520 is Tucson’s premier leadership development experience. Attracting about 200 young professionals annually, ignite520 brings together participants from a wide variety of professions, all seeking to connect with other leaders in their community. Participants will learn tactical skills, and gain inspiration by celebrating the present and future of Tucson during breakout sessions, mixers, and other signature experiences. Our attendees are given the chance to network with others who share a vision for an inclusive, prosperous and innovative Greater Tucson.

Whether you are starting out in your career, are looking to build your professional skills, or are feeling established and ready to get involved in community impact, ignite520 will be an immersive leadership experience to fast-track laying the foundation for career success and community impact!

The conference features a Friday night kick-off highlighting Tucson’s arts and culture scene in partnership with local venues in the heart of downtown Tucson (details for the mixer coming soon). Followed by a full-day conference featuring keynotes, panels, workshops plus sessions meant for rest & rejuvenation. The conference helps attract, retain, and promote young professionals by creating roots for them to engage within our community, and foster new skills to help them in a more competitive workplace.

Join us on the campus of the University of Arizona, at the Eller College of Management for an inspiring day of connection, learning and growth.

Start the day with breakfast and curated networking, then make your way into Berger Auditorium for the Welcome Address and Keynote to kick off a day filled with connection, growth, and fun! Lunch will be provided, along with more networking opportunities.

9:00AM: Registration, Breakfast, & Networking

10:00AM: Welcome Address & Keynote Presentation

11:00AM: Breakout Session One

12:00PM: Lunch Session - TYP Annual Member Meeting + Mastering the Art of Small Talk Curated Networking Session

2:00PM: Breakout Session Two

3:00PM: 2:00PM: Breakout Session Three

4:00PM: Closing Fireside Chat

Full conference details can be found at !

• Breakfast AND Lunch
• A special Keynote to start the day and a Fireside Chat to close us out
• Your choice of 3 amazing workshops, seminars, trainings, or sessions
• Access to a speed mentoring session from one of our experts
• Curated break activities designed for rejuvenation and inspiration
• Networking opportunities throughout the day
• Access to TYP's First Annual Homecoming Dance

We are thrilled to be able to offer a limited number of scholarships to invested attendees. Please reach out to [email protected] for more information on how to take advantage of this.

We still have sponsorship spots available! If your organization is interested in becoming a sponsor for ignite520, email [email protected] for more information.

What is TYP?

Tucson Young Professionals (TYP) is dedicated to attracting, retaining, and promoting young professionals in the Greater Tucson area. Founded during the Great Recession, TYP provides a platform for young professionals to connect, develop leadership skills, and actively contribute to Tucson's economic and social progress. We emphasize collaboration, leadership, inclusivity, and progress, aiming to ensure that diverse voices lead Tucson's development.

Learn more on our website and connect with us @tucsonyoungprofessionals on Facebook and Instagram.

Host or Publisher Tucson Young Professionals