The Crossroads Summit is one of the largest young professionals' conferences in the region. This year's in-person conference will bring professionals from all industries together for a full day of inspiration, learning & building relationships. All are welcome to come as we challenge the way you think, provide you new skills and motivate you to imagine the impossible.  

Check out a video recap of our 2019 Crossroads Summit here!

SCHEDULE:

7:30 - 8:30 a.m. Registration + Networking + Engagement Space Activities

8:30 - 9:45 a.m. Opening Session Keynote Speaker

10 - 10:45 a.m. Breakout Session 1

10:45 - 11 a.m. Morning Pick-Me-Up + Engagement Space Activities

11 - 11:45 a.m. Breakout Session 2

Noon - 1:15 p.m. Lunch + 4 Under 40 Awards

1:30 - 2:15 p.m. Breakout Session 3

2:15 - 2:30 Afternoon Pick-Me-Up + Engagement Space Activities

2:45 - 4 p.m. Closing Session Keynote Speaker

4:15 - 5:30 p.m. Post Party

Breakout Session Lineup

Personal & Professional Development:

Sponsored by Allen Edge Real Estate Team

• Leveraging your network to grow a powerful personal brand
  Larry Young, Boiling Frog Development
• Solving your personal energy crisis: How to prioritize 'human moments' over the constant pull of technology
  Jackie Payne, FranklinCovey
• Maximize your potential and live a fulfilled life: Envision, create and lead the life you deserve
  Tara Allen, Allen Edge Real Estate Team

Diversity & Inclusion:

Sponsored by The Event Company

• From dirt roads to freeways - Navigating the journey of diversity
  Dr. Jane Stavem, Sioux Falls School District
• Diversity, inclusion and bipartisanship in a divided political climate
  Congressman Dusty Johnson, U.S. Representative for South Dakota
• Unconscious bias: Self-awareness leads to organizational awareness
  Kira Kimball, Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC/Pathways

Technology & Innovation:

Sponsored by Midco

• The future of network technology: Reality, trends and cool/crazy/scary
  Jon Pederson, Midco
• Technologies to streamline your day
  Kate Kotzea, Click Rain, Inc.
• Ping-pong, anyone? Innovative teamwork tips and tricks for cultivation of a collaborative culture.
  Brienne Maner, Startup Sioux Falls, and Sue Landcaster, South Dakota Innovation Partners

The State of our City:

Sponsored by The First National Bank in Sioux Falls

• Commercial Real Estate in Sioux Falls
  Panel: Moderator Jodi Schwan, Align Content Studio; Retail: Raquel Blount, Lloyd Companies; Office: Reggie Kuipers, Bender Commercial; Land: Steve VanBuskirk, VanBuskirk Companies; and Industrial: Marcus Mahlen, NAI Sioux Falls
• Economic Growth - Opportunities & Challenges
  Bob Mundt, Sioux Falls Development Foundation, and Bob Griggs, Southeast Technical College
• The history & progression of Sioux Falls
  Panel: Moderator Jon Lauck, Augustana University; Banking: Doug Hajek, Davenport, Evans, Hurwitz & Smith LLP; Agriculture: Jim Woster; and Healthcare: Fred Slunecka

Nomination period for the 4 under 40 Awards is closed. Congratulations to the 72  qualified nominees.  Winners will be announced and all nominees will be recognized on Aug. 12 at the 2021 Crossroads Summit.

The eligibility requirements for the 4 Under 40 Award are as follows:

• Be under 40 years of age as of August 12, 2021
• Have consistently demonstrated a commitment to their industry, and the advancement of it
• Be a passionate leader with a proven track record for collaboration and success, including leading by example, mentoring, transferring knowledge, taking a risk to achieve a desired outcome and motivating others
• Must be an employee or owner of a Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce member in good standing

Members must log in to receive member pricing.

You will need to click "Login" on the top right to get the member pricing. If you've haven't set a password, click "Forgot Password" to set up a password  (make sure you use the email address associated with the Chamber). After that you should then be able to register at the Member price.

Tickets for this event are non-refundable.