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2025 Talent & Inclusion Summit

Friday, September 19, 2025 (8:00 AM - 12:30 PM) (EDT)

Description

This event is open to both Chamber members and nonmembers.

The world of work is evolving—and so are the strategies shaping its future. Join regional leaders, change-makers, and talent strategists for the 2025 Talent & Inclusion Summit, a powerful half-day of actionable insight, fresh thinking, and measurable impact on September 19th, from 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Albany Marriott Hotel.

By attending, you'll take a deep dive into what it truly takes to attract, retain, and empower diverse talent in today's dynamic workplace.

We’ll explore how to build cultures where:

Individuals thrive
Teams connect
Organizations lead with purpose.

This summit is designed for professionals:

Driving strategy from the C-suite
Building teams on the ground
Championing inclusion from any seat

Pricing:

$90 per person for Chamber Members
$125 per person for Non-Members

Agenda:

Check-in and Morning Refreshments begin at 8am

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Opening Keynote

Break

Panel Discussion

Break

Closing Keynote

Closing Remarks

PANEL DISCUSSION

BUILDING WORKFORCE RESILIENCE BY UNLOCKING TALENT, TRUST, AND PERFORMANCE

The ability to adapt, lead, and deliver results depends on more than just strategy—it hinges on people. This session explores how organizations can strengthen workforce resilience by re-imagining the employee experience. Discover actionable approaches to prioritize mental wellness, promote learning and development, and create a system for meaningful goal setting and employee recognition. Learn how these strategies unleash talent, strengthen trust, and fuel high performance, fostering workplaces where connection and purpose are at the core. Click pictures below for full bios.

Moderator:

Panelists:

The Chamber will do its best to honor the needs of attendees that require reasonable accommodations. For more information and options, please email Lauren at lcognato@capitalregionchamber.com.

Title Sponsor

Presenting Sponsors

Supporting Sponsors

AV Sponsor

Media Partner

Parking:
Please note that many guests will be attending & looking for parking at the same time, so we recommend arriving a few minutes early.

Not yet a Chamber member and interested in attending this event at the member rate, and other exclusive opportunities for upskilling, networking, and more? Contact us here to learn more.