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UIS is a member of the . , the young professionals networking group of chamber, is planning their annual Leadership Conference for Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at the .

Please consider sharing your knowledge/experience with young professionals within the greater Springfield area. .

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Call for Presenter Proposals for RISE Springfield Leadership Conference

After holding their first Leadership Conference in April where over 130 young professionals came together to build their leadership skills and connections with others, The Chamber’s young professionals’ program, RISE Springfield, is seeking presenters for its second annual Leadership Conference! This event is scheduled to be held on April 28, 2026, at the Crowne Plaza Springfield Convention Center.

Industry professionals and public speakers are invited to submit a proposal to present at this full-day leadership conference designed for young professionals looking to advance their careers and enhance their leadership skills. The event will empower the next generation of leaders through engaging sessions and interactive workshops.

Presenters will have the chance to share insights on key topics, and RISE welcomes proposals that stimulate discussion, promote collaboration, and offer practical tools for attendees to implement in their professional journeys.

Proposals are due November 7, 2025. Please click on the link for additional information and to submit your proposal.

Proposal Submission

Please contact Olivia Lohse at olohse@gscc.org with questions.