The CYP Club is proud to present the 10th annual Columbus Emerging Leaders’ Summit 2023, a three-hour leadership experience that brings together passionate, smart, and engaged young professionals from all across Central Ohio to connect and grow while learning from local speakers and thought leaders.

This year’s summit will be hosted at Franklin University’s Ross Auditorium in downtown Columbus on Friday, September 29, 2023 from 8:30-11:30am in partnership with Human Resources Association of Central Ohio (HRACO). Supporting sponsors include: Zipline Logistics, Discover Financial, Everhart Advisors, Owens Corning, Paylocity, Franklin University, Huntington Bank, and Quantum Health!

If your company is interested in a table or event sponsorship, please let us know.

HERE IS OUR AGENDA:

• 8:30am - Arrival, Morning Connections, and Breakfast & Coffee

• 9:00am - Welcome & Kickoff Speaker

  • Shara Hutchinson, Founder and Chief Change Strategist at Xposeyour, a TEDx Speaker, and author of Barefoot in the Boardroom: Every Leader's Guide to Navigating Change

• 9:30-10:30am - Leadership in Real-Time Talks

  We will present back-to-back speakers at different life stages (and in order of age) to showcase a real-time progression of leadership. Speeches will last for 5-7 minutes each and will showcase stories of accomplishment & learning with leaders representing teens, 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s, including:

  • Shaden Degen, Miss Teen Violet Capital 2023

  • Max Joseph, Founder of Marlowed

  • Yiema John, PR Consultant at The Radiate Company and Miss Ohio for America 2023

  • Dr. Rebecca Kemper, CEO of the Columbus Landmarks Foundation

  • Lisa Dillon, Human Resources Business Partner at Philadelphia Insurance Companies

  • Don DePerro, President and CEO of the Columbus Chamber of Commerce

• 10:30-10:45am - Coffee Break / Downtime / Networking Activity

  We will also offer an interactive networking activity for attendees to make connections and win prizes.

• 10:45-11:15am - Speed Mentoring Sessions

  Attendees will have the chance to meet and learn from several local executives during a rotating mentor access session every 10 minutes; 10:50-11am, 11am-11:10am, and 11:10am-11:20am. Our roster of mentors for 2023 includes:

  • Alison Forche, Creator of Opportunities at Emerging Entrepreneur Experience

  • Autumn Glover, Vice President, Provider + Community Partnerships at AndHealth

  • Brittany Marcellino, Human Resources Director at AXIA & President of HRACO

  • Derek Grosso, President & CEO at City Venture Holdings/Founder of the CYP Club

  • Eleanor Kamke, Major Markets Account Executive at Paylocity

  • Jordan Keiser, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Programs Manager at Quantum Health

  • Kelly Kokesh, Product Director, Conveyance at Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.

  • Kim Norbuta, Content Manager, Technology Licensing at LinkedIn

  • Kylie Randall, VP of Marketing & Communications at Columbus Fury

  • Nevin Bansal, CEO at Outreach Promos and Executive Director of Small Biz Cares

  • Sandra Lopez, Community Engagement at Columbus City Council

  • Sarah Hider, Executive Director at Girls on the Run of Central Ohio

  • Sarah Wick, Lead Sports Nutritionist for the Ohio State University Athletic Department

  • Steve Leppert, Founder at Collaborative Talent

  • Teddy Knox, Strategic Operations Manager at Zipline Logistics

  • Tim Voss, Entrepreneur and Author

• 11:15-11:30am - Closing Remarks & Dismissal

COST TO ATTEND: An "early bird" summit pass is $19. On September 1st the price will increase to $29 and on September 27th it will increase to $40 until we are sold out. Tickets include access to all speakers & presentations, mentoring & networking, light breakfast & coffee, and free parking. Water, coffee, and snacks will be available throughout the morning.

Join the next generation of Columbus leaders for this special event - now in its tenth year!

Bonus Offer: We are excited to offer attendees of the Emerging Leaders Summit discounted headshots by Steve Miller of Marked Imagery. If you would like a headshot for just $25, please select ‘yes’ when you register & pay for this year’s event. Headshots will be taken upon arrival and payment will be made on-site to Marked Imagery.

Venue and parking: Our event will be hosted at Franklin University’s Ross Auditorium (Alumni Hall). Summit attendees & speakers may park for FREE in Lot C or A. View the campus map.

This event will sell out, so don’t wait until the last minute to register! Attendance for this event will be capped at 100 to allow for maximum interaction between our attendees and executives. Attire is business or business casual.

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Event Ticket: Emerging Leaders' Summit 2023

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Summit Speaker & Mentor Bios

• Shara Hutchinson (9am: Kick-off Speaker)

  Founder and Chief Change Strategist at Xposeyour, a TEDx Speaker, and author of Barefoot in the Boardroom: Every Leader's Guide to Navigating Change

• Don DePerro (9:30am: Leadership in Real-Time Speaker)

  President of the Columbus Chamber of Commerce

• Dr. Rebecca Kemper (9:30am: Leadership in Real-Time Speaker)

  CEO of the Columbus Landmarks Foundation

• Lisa Dillon (9:30am: Leadership in Real-Time Speaker)

  Human Resources Business Partner at Philadelphia Insurance Companies

  Lisa Dillon is currently a HR Business Partner with Philadelphia Insurance with 13 years of HR experience and currently serving a 2nd term VP of Membership role for their PHLY PHORUM Toastmasters Club. She completely her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at Gwynedd Mercy University in Pennsylvania and holds PHR and SHRM-CP certifications. In her spare time, she enjoys yoga, walking, gardening and home interior designing projects.

• Max Joseph (9:30am: Leadership in Real-Time Speaker)

  Founder of Marlowed

• Shaden Degen (9:30am: Leadership in Real-Time Speaker)

  Miss Teen Violet Capital 2023

• Yiema John (9:30am: Leadership in Real-Time Speaker)

  Miss Ohio for America 2023

• Autumn Glover (10:45am: Speed Mentoring Session)

  Vice President, Provider + Community Partnerships at AndHealth

• Brittany Marcellino (10:45am: Speed Mentoring Session)

  Human Resources Director at AXIA & President of HRACO

• Derek Grosso (10:45am: Speed Mentoring Session)

  CEO & Founder of the Columbus Young Professionals Club

• Eleanor Kamke (10:45am: Speed Mentoring Session)

  Major Markets Account Executive at Paylocity

• Jordan Keiser (10:45am: Speed Mentoring Session)

  Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Programs Manager at Quantum Health

  Jordan Keiser is a seasoned Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) professional with more than 15 years of experience in spearheading transformative initiatives across multiple organizations. Currently serving as the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Programs Manager at Quantum Health in Columbus, Ohio, she has taken a leadership role in shaping the company's DEI strategy to align with organizational goals and values. As the primary advisor and consultant for DEI practices within the organization, Jordan collaborates with leaders across the business to craft strategies, policies, and programs aimed at attracting, retaining, and diversifying the workforce and client base while fostering an inclusive culture. She has effectively managed and provided guidance to Employee Resource Groups and Executive Sponsors throughout her career.

  Before joining Quantum Health, Jordan served in various impactful roles within many organizations, such as Nationwide, Hunting Bank, Lbrands and City of Columbus Mayor's Office of Diversity and Inclusion. It was with the city, where she is most proud of bringing her idea to fruition and overseeing the very first Govern D&I Symposium in 2020 for the City of Columbus.

  With a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management and a Marketing Promotions minor, earned Magna Cum Laude from Franklin University, Jordan combines a strong academic foundation with hands-on experience. Outside of work, she is a huge foodie and loves to try new places, enjoys cooking, and volunteering within her community. She has over 10+ years volunteering with Columbus Humane and Youth to Youth International. As a dedicated advocate for diversity and inclusion, Jordan is poised to continue driving meaningful change and fostering inclusive environments wherever she goes.

• Julie Wilkes (10:45am: Speed Mentoring Session)

  Global Well-being Sr. Manager at Accenture

• Kim Norbuta (10:45am: Speed Mentoring Session)

  Content Manager, Technology Licensing at LinkedIn

• Sarah Hider (10:45am: Speed Mentoring Session)

  Executive Director at Girls on the Run of Central Ohio

• Sarah Wick (10:45am: Speed Mentoring Session)

  Lead Sports Nutritionist for the Ohio State University Athletic Department

• Steve Leppert (10:45am: Speed Mentoring Session)

  Founder at Collaborative Talent

• Cheyenne Lenhart (Host Committee)

• Erica Howard (Host Committee)

• Janel Hosbach (Host Committee)

  HR and Training Manager at Orangetheory Fitness

• Kristi Miller Nunn (Host Committee)

  Director at Ohio America Pageants

• Mackenzie Heilshorn (Host Committee)

• Rabin Hooper (Host Committee)`

• Sarah Shumick (Host Committee)