YP Summit: BRING IT 225  

We all live with a monster inside of us called the imposter monster. It’s the monster that reinforces the belief that we aren’t enough no matter how hard we try and caps our potential of who we can be. Learning how to subdue this beast is critical in becoming the best version of yourself. In this talk, Kenny Nguyen will speak about how he’s learned how to battle this monster daily and what important lessons have stuck. He will also speak about the correlation of how a community must challenge its own imposter syndrome - starting with the talent.

Speaker
Kenny Nguyen, CEO/Co-Founder, ThreeSixtyEight

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Will a coffee a day really break the bank? Is that dream tropical vacation in your future? And will any of this affect your retirement? Join this session for real life advice on meeting your financial goals for today and tomorrow.  

Speakers
Kaleb Talbot, Retirement Plan Consultant, Gallagher
Tom Tielbur, Area Vice President of Retirement Consulting, Gallagher 

 
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What you post, how you email, dress and communicate is all a part of your personal brand and affects the influence you have in and out of the office. Join these local influencers to hear how they’ve built their brand and leveraged it for their careers. 

Speakers
Erin Palmintier-Pou, Ad Director, 225 Magazine
Eric Garcia, Owner, Geauxgarcia Photography
Emanuel "Boo" Milton, Owner, Cure With Love Strategies
Sherin Dawud, Co-Founder, Power Pump Girls Inc.
Raina Vallot, Co-Founder, Power Pump Girls Inc.
Dr. Sanjay Juneja, Chief of Oncology, Baton Rouge General

 
 

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Managing the daily grind, priorities and bossing up – when does it become too much to handle? In this session hear tried and true advice on how to set boundaries, find your heart, work-life balance, and manage stress.

Speakers
Courtney Scott, Assistant Chief Administrative Officer, Mayor's Office 
Leslie Blanchard, Executive Director, Leadership Development Institute, LSU 

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It’s proven that diverse teams are the most effective, but merely assembling a diverse team is not enough. In this session, learn how young professionals can influence the call for more authentic, open workspaces for all. 

Speakers
Eric Dexter, Director of Business Development, Civil Solutions
Tyler Litt, Senior Director of Equity and Community Investment, New Schools for Baton Rouge
Rachel Carroccio, Managing HR Director, Emergent Method 

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During lunch, civic and community leaders will rotate from table to table to share upcoming Baton Rouge Area initiatives, share their stories, and listen to yours. 

Speakers
Adam Knapp, President and CEO, BRAC
Mike Edwards, Director of Aviation, BR Airport 
Carl Stages, Executive Director, BREC
Mary Stein, Assistant Library Director, East Baton Rouge Parish Library
Marlee Pittman, Director of Community Development, Midcity Redevelopment Alliance
Camille Manning-Broome, President and CEO, Center for Planning Excellence
Renee Chatelain, President and CEO, Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge
Sage Roberts Foley, Executive Director, Baton Rouge Green
Mike Edwards, Director of Aviation, Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport
Anna Gasperecz, Destination Experience Manager, Visit Baton Rouge
Camille Manning-Broome, President and CEO, Center for Planning Excellence
Adrian Jones, Chief Growth Officer, ThreeSixtyEight
Ethan Melancon, Executive Director of Government Affairs, Louisiana Department of Education & Forum225 President
Dr. Katara Williams, Chief of Staff, Southern University
Joseph J. Cefalu, Club Blue Representative
Ted James, Regional VI Administrator, U. S. Small Business Administration 

 



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Not sure how to level up your career? Want to beef up your resume? Upskilling is the name of the game. Learn best practices for making your next career move, whether that be a promotion or a career change, and resources you can leverage right here in the Capital Region to assist you. 

Speakers
Roland Mitchell, Dean, LSU College of Human Sciences and Education

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Differing leadership styles can make crucial conversations challenging and influence the way you give and receive feedback. Learn some techniques to help you succeed in navigating crucial conversations in the workplace. 

Speakers
Melissa Thompson, Consultant and Coach, Success Labs

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Baton Rouge is full of young leaders making their own way in their industries. Join us as panelists share how they turned their passions into their paychecks.   

Speakers
Norisha Kirts Glover, President, NRK Construction
Matt Callac, Founder, Elbow Room
Sarah Gardner, Project Manager, BRAF
Latoria Williams, Chief Career Mentor, The Career DevelopMentor

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Want to move up in your organizational chart, but don’t know the rules of the structural playground? Let Julie be your guide as you navigate your organization and climb to the next step.

Speaker
Erin Wheeler, Executive Director, College Beyond 

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We want to challenge the idea of, “it’s all about who you know.” These panelists have broken that stereotype and forged a strong career for themselves in Baton Rouge. In this session, learn how you can find your footing, expand your network, and “break into BR.” 

Speakers
Anthony Kimble, Founder and CEO, Kimble Properties
Dustin Lafont, Founder, Front Yard Bikes 
Erin Fulbright, Marketing and Communications Vice President, Junior League of Baton Rouge
Liz Koh, WAFB Anchor
Josh Howard, Chief of Staff and Director of Community, BRYC
Liz Koh, Co-Anchor WAFB, 9 News This Morning
Liz Smith, Chief Strategy Officer, Baton Rouge Alliance for Students 
 
 
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