IGNITE Young Professionals Leadership Summit

Thursday, August 27, 2026 (11:30 AM - 5:30 PM) (CDT)

Description

IGNITE Young Professionals Leadership Summit, presented by Nora Vaden Holmes & Barcley J. Steib Insurance Agencies, is a half-day summit is designed to connect, empower, and inspire the next generation of leaders through engaging sessions, networking, and regional collaboration.

All tickets include the opportunity to take a professional headshot with Charles DuVal Photography.

Schedule:
11:30 AM - Networking, Registration, and Light Lunch
12:30 PM - Program Begins
4:45 PM - Reception

Sessions:
"From Startup to Standout: The WRSTBND Story" featuring Conway Solomon, Co-Founder & CEO of WRSTBND

"Ask the Executives" Panel featuring
Tomeka Bryant, General Manager & Chief Strategy Officer of New Orleans Public Belt
Jared Freeman, CEO of OnPath Credit Union
Lauren Gibbs, CEO of Gibbs Construction

"Bring the Spark: Leading with Energy, Influence, and Impact" featuring Steven Shook, ShakeItUp Consulting

Keynote Address featuring Becker Hall, Co-Founder & CEO of Hogs for the Cause