FAQ
Do I qualify as a young professional?
Probably! The definition is meant to be very inclusive. Many of us are in our twenties and thirties, but we also welcome anyone who is young at heart or wishes to be supportive of young professionals. To us, professional means anyone who is actively contributing to the economic, infrastructural, political, cultural, or social development of Vermont. That means farmers, craftsmen, entrepreneurs, bankers, teachers, students, artists, practitioners, lawyers, journalists, and more.
If you feel that you have a stake in Vermont and want to help make it a better place to live and work, you can count yourself among us.
If you feel that you have a stake in Vermont and want to help make it a better place to live and work, you can count yourself among us.
Do I have to be a member of a young professionals organization to attend?
Nope! We welcome and encourage anyone with an interest in the event to attend.
What can I expect at the summit?
The summit is a jam-packed day filled with opportunities to learn, network, and contribute your ideas.
The Young Professionals Summit of Vermont is focused on collaboration and confronting issues that Vermont’s young workforce face. It is about both personal professional development and how we as professionals can make an impact in our workplaces and communities..
By the end of the day, we hope you will walk away with strategies you can put to work in your personal and professional life, and we hope that collectively we will have laid groundwork for real change in our state.
The Young Professionals Summit of Vermont is focused on collaboration and confronting issues that Vermont’s young workforce face. It is about both personal professional development and how we as professionals can make an impact in our workplaces and communities..
By the end of the day, we hope you will walk away with strategies you can put to work in your personal and professional life, and we hope that collectively we will have laid groundwork for real change in our state.
How is the day structured?
The day will be a mix of presentations by Vermont business leaders, policy makers, and influencers, as well as workshops and panels to help you identify strategies to make change in your own community. The day will be capped with a networking event.
how much is it AND WHEN CAN I REGISTER?
$20—and it includes lunch! Registration is open now.
P.S If you are under financial restraints, but still would like to attend, contact us.
P.S If you are under financial restraints, but still would like to attend, contact us.
Where is the summit?
The summit will be held in locations around downtown Rutland. If you’re not familiar with the region, we’re very excited to show it to you. Reach out directly with any specific questions you have about the area.
The main events of the day will take place at the beautiful historic Paramount Theatre. Additionally, breakout sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities will take place at locations within walking distance. Don’t worry, we’ll have guides and maps.
The main events of the day will take place at the beautiful historic Paramount Theatre. Additionally, breakout sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities will take place at locations within walking distance. Don’t worry, we’ll have guides and maps.
Where can I park?
Good news! The mayor of Rutland has graciously donated free parking in the LAZ parking garage downtown. Details on where and how to park will be provided in the weeks leading up to the event.
WHAT ABOUT PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION?
What's the food like?
Roots the Restaurant is catering the event. There will be pastries and coffee available upon your arrival and sandwiches for lunch. This is included in your registration cost. We are able to accommodate special diets and allergies. Just let us know about them when you register.
DO You need volunteers?
Yes! We’re so glad you asked! We need volunteers to help with coordination, promotion, registration, set-up, escorting special guests, and more. We can offer volunteers a discount on their tickets if they commit to working a two-hour block on the day of the event.
If you’d like to help out, please email hello@ypsummitvt.com
If you’d like to help out, please email hello@ypsummitvt.com
What's my Local young professionals group?
We are connected with YP groups in these areas across Vermont. If you know of a group that you don’t see listed below, please let us know at hello@ypsummitvt.com
- Burlington
- Bennington
- Brattleboro
- Central Vermont
- Cohase
- Franklin County
- Northshire / Manchester
- Northeast Kingdom
- Upper Valley
- Rutland
- Vermont YP
