Description

*In-Person Conference

Greater Rochester Chamber invites you to the inaugural Greater ROC Young Professionals’ Conference on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at the Woodcliff Hotel Event Center, as part of our Greater ROC Young Professionals (GRYP) initiative.

This immersive, no-breakout-session conference is designed to spark growth through shared experiences, interactive sessions, and dynamic speaker presentations. Whether you're early in your career, navigating a transition, or ready to make your mark, this event will provide actionable insights, renewed motivation, and meaningful connections with ambitious young professionals aged 21–40 from across the region.

Hear from regional leaders and rising professionals on growth, leadership, and impact. Topics will include:

• The Art of Connection: Mentorship, Conversations, and Personal Branding
• 'Ask Me Anything' Panel Discussion: Driven, Not Drained: Building a Career Without Burning Out
• Designing Your Work-Life: Making Work, Work for You
• Building the Workforce of the Future with AI
• The Journey with Intention: Inspiring Growth and Giving Back
• No Title or Mask Required: Leadership from the Inside Out

Click here to see the conference program and detailed session descriptions, and click here to learn more about our speakers!

Sponsorship Opportunities

Support our emerging professional community through sponsorship packages. Each includes brand recognition across event materials, onsite visibility, social media exposure, and ticket benefits. Click here to view sponsorship opportunities. 

Why Attend?

The GRYP Conference is intended to be a launchpad for connection, inspiration, and growth. It is your opportunity to...

• Build a stronger, broader network with area's young professionals
• Gain tools to advance your career
• Discover ways to deepen your impact in Rochester

Program Timeline:

• 9:00 – 9:30 AM: Registration, Coffee, & Networking
• 9:45 AM – 3:30 PM: Conference (includes lunch break)
• 3:30 – 4:30 PM: Cocktail hour, networking, & vendor showcase 

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, September 24, 2025 (No refunds will be issued after this date)

Questions? Please reach out to Events Manager, Cassidy Pendell at Cassidy.Pendell@GreaterRochesterChamber.com