

Level Up is a one-day summit for young professionals. Join us for a day of motivating speakers, thought-provoking sessions, and the opportunity to connect with other young professionals.
November 15, 2023
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
University of Lynchburg Ballroom
Sessions & Speakers

Rob "YB" Youngblood
President & Chief Connecting Officer
YBConnects, LLC
Keynote Address:
"Making Connections: One Connection Away"

Megan Lucas
CEO & Chief Economic Development Officer
Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance
Closing Keynote:
"Communicating With Confidence"

Butch Jefferson
Leadership Coach & Realtor
Divine Fog Realty
Opening Workshop:
"John C. Maxwell Put Your Dreams to the Test"

Nancy Hubbard
Dean of College of Business and a Professor of Management
University of Lynchburg
Session:
"Successful Career Pivots in Changing World of Work"

Stephanie Keener
Executive Director
Small Business Development Center - Lynchburg Region
Session:
"Manage Your Time With the 80/20 Principle"

Dr. Tammy Brown
Associate Professor
Liberty University
Session:
"Employment Contracts & Negotiations"

Ron Leporati
Managing Partner
The Commonwealth Group
Session:
"Financial Confidence"

Alicia Finney
Clerk of Council
City of Lynchburg
Session:
"Peer to Peer: Imposter Syndrome"

Ryan Weaks
Director of Marketing & Communications
Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance
Session:
"Peer to Peer: Imposter Syndrome"