OCTOBER 19, 2023
Join the Knoxville Chamber at Bridgewater Place for a full day of programming tailored around the topics that the YP community designated as most relevant for their careers and their life in Knoxville. Check back often to view speakers as they are confirmed!
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM: Breakfast & networking
Doors will open at 7:45 AM.
Continental breakfast, coffee trucks, photo opportunities, networking activities, and more!
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM: Opening remarks
 | Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs |
 | Grant Rosenberg, Chief Operating Officer, City of Knoxville |
 | Lina Kornmeyer, Market Executive, Bank of America Knoxville |
 | Michael Galyean, emcee (@dancingblueshirtguy) |
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM: Keynote
 | Tony Vitello, Head Baseball Coach, Tennessee Volunteers |
Break & Giveaway
Stretch your legs, grab a drink, and keep and eye on your phone! We will be giving away $5,000 in products from Lifetime throughout the day.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Breakout sessions
Session One: Engaging through Leadership (Magnolia Room)
Pat Summitt Leadership Group empowers leaders on and off the court to create winning teams using the wisdom and principles of legendary basketball coach, Pat Summitt. Hear from Nicky Anosike as she shares leadership insights and information about the Definite Dozen through session content and an interactive exercise. Nicky is a former player for Coach Summitt and a two-time national champion at the University of Tennessee. She is a former WNBA All-Star as well as being named 2008 NCAA Woman of the Year.
Session Two: Civic Engagement (Henley Room)
- Janet Testerman, At Large Seat B, Knoxville City Council
- Dr. Dasha Lundy, Knox County Commissioner
- Dr. Bill Lyons, Director of Policy Partnerships, Baker Center
Session Three: Community Engagement Loud Tables (Kingston Room)
Attendees will rotate to three tables in a speed-dating style format. Learn from community organizations about what they do, and how you can get involved. Tables to choose from include:
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Lunch & networking
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Breakout sessions
Session One: Engaging through Leadership (Magnolia Room)
Pat Summitt Leadership Group empowers leaders on and off the court to create winning teams using the wisdom and principles of legendary basketball coach, Pat Summitt. Hear from Nicky Anosike as she shares leadership insights and information about the Definite Dozen through session content and an interactive exercise. Nicky is a former player for Coach Summitt and a two-time national champion at the University of Tennessee. She is a former WNBA All-Star as well as being named 2008 NCAA Woman of the Year.
Session Two: Civic Engagement (Henley Room)
- Janet Testerman, At Large Seat B, Knoxville City Council
- Dr. Dasha Lundy, Knox County Commissioner
- Dr. Bill Lyons, Director of Policy Partnerships, Baker Center
Session Three: Community Engagement Loud Tables (Kingston Room)
Attendees will rotate to three tables in a speed-dating style format. Learn from community organizations about what they do, and how you can get involved. Tables to choose from include:
Break & Giveaway
Stretch your legs, grab a drink, and keep and eye on your phone! We will be giving away $5,000 in products from Lifetime throughout the day.
1:45 PM - 2:45 PM: Breakout sessions
Session One: Engaging through Leadership (Magnolia Room)
Pat Summitt Leadership Group empowers leaders on and off the court to create winning teams using the wisdom and principles of legendary basketball coach, Pat Summitt. Hear from Nicky Anosike as she shares leadership insights and information about the Definite Dozen through session content and an interactive exercise. Nicky is a former player for Coach Summitt and a two-time national champion at the University of Tennessee. She is a former WNBA All-Star as well as being named 2008 NCAA Woman of the Year.
Session Two: Civic Engagement (Henley Room)
- Janet Testerman, At Large Seat B, Knoxville City Council
- Dr. Dasha Lundy, Knox County Commissioner
- Dr. Bill Lyons, Director of Policy Partnerships, Baker Center
Session Three: Community Engagement Loud Tables (Kingston Room)
Attendees will rotate to three tables in a speed-dating style format. Learn from community organizations about what they do, and how you can get involved. Tables to choose from include:
Break & Giveaway
Stretch your legs, grab a drink, and keep and eye on your phone! We will be giving away $5,000 in products from Lifetime throughout the day.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: grant giveaway & Closing Remarks
Each year, a portion of ticket proceeds is donated to a local nonprofit. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the nonprofits and vote for their favorite.