Northwest Arkansas Young Professionals Summit
Schedule
Thu Nov 20 2025 at 01:00 pm to 04:30 pm
UTC-06:00Location
Hotel Avail | Rogers, AR
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Northwest Arkansas Young Professionals Summit (NWA YP Summit) is brought to you by Northwest Arkansas Emerging Leaders (NWAEL), a program of the Rogers Lowell Chamber.-NWA YP Summit is a volunteer-based group of diverse young leaders who want to aide in the attraction, retention, and development of local, young talent.
Join us for the NWAEL's 8th annual NWA YP Summit, a half-day experience designed to inspire and equip young professionals in Northwest Arkansas.
Hear powerful keynotes, engaging sessions, and honest conversations on topics like purpose-driven leadership, artificial intelligence in the workplace and navigating conflict. Plus, enjoy networking and a closing happy hour featuring local partners and nonprofits.
Sessions Include:
Beyond the 9 to 5: Building a Career and Life You Love with Tina Gilbert
-Community involvement is more than volunteering—it’s about finding where your purpose meets opportunity. Join us to learn how you can make a difference while growing personally and professionally.
AI in the Workplace with Payton Lenz & Chris Lynch
-AI is here—and it’s not slowing down. We’ll dive into how industries are adapting, where it’s creating opportunities, and what you can do to stay ahead.
Different Voices, Same Team: Making Connections out of Conflict with Hannah Hutchinson
-Every workplace brings together people with different personalities, communication styles, and priorities. This session explores how to recognize those differences, find shared goals, and navigate conflict in ways that build trust and collaboration.
Keynote Speaker: The Confidence to Lead | No Title Required with Windy Elstermeier
-Great leadership isn't about your title, it's about how you show up. In this keynote, Windy reveals how she led teams, trained executives, and restructured culture before ever receiving the title. Packed with stories and actionable tools, this talk will inspire you to lead right where you are.
Tickets: $35 per person | Registration Required
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Where is it happening?
Hotel Avail, 4100 Pinnacle Hills Pkwy, Rogers, AR 72758-6270, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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