FRIDAY, JANUARY 15, 2027
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Registration
7:00 - 8:30 pm
Welcome Reception
8:30 - 10:00 pm
Dance Workshop with Daron Folk Ensemble
SATURDAY, JANUARY 16, 2027
8:00 - 9:00 am
Registration/Networking Breakfast
9:00 - 9:15 am
Welcoming Remarks
9:15 - 9:45 am
Morning Keynote
Speaker: Zaven Keuroghlian, Co-Founder and CEO of Zartonk Media
9:45 - 10:30 am
Universal Session: Mastering the Room - How to Turn Conference Contacts into Meaningful Connections
Speakers: Zela Astarjian and Vickie Alani
Walking up to strangers feels awkward for almost everyone. Learn how to start conversations with confidence, build a 30-second intro that sounds like you, and turn quick chats into meaningful connections. You'll leave with a pitch you've already practiced and a plan to use it today.
10:30 - 10:45 am
Break
10:45 - 11:45am
BREAKOUT SESSION - INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Explore real-world insights from industry leaders as they share career lessons, emerging trends, and practical advice for building a successful future.
Business & Entrepreneurship
Speakers: Jack Antounian and Eric Doroski
Data Science & Al
Speakers: Arev Doursounian and Harry Glorikian
Education & Counseling
Speakers: Kristin Asadourian and TBA
Finance & Economics
Speakers: Mariam Hovhanisyan and Vahan Janjigian
Government, Law & Public Policy
Speakers: Anthony Barsamian and Jen Carson
Healthcare
Speakers: Arlene Dermovsesian, Dr. Kristin Guleserian and Dr. Armen Yerevanian
Media & Marketing
Speakers: Ani Ajemyan and TBA
STEM & Biotech
Speakers: Herman Purutyan and Zareh Zurabyan
11:45 - 12:45 pm
Lunch
Networking by industry with mentors
12:45 – 1:45 pm
Universal Session: Beyond the Resume
Speakers: Laura Bilazarian Purutyan, Armine Hovhannissian, Sara Janjigian Triforo
The Real Stories Behind Career Success
Behind every accomplishment lies a journey of challenges, courageous decisions, unexpected turns moments of self-doubt and personal growth. This fireside chat is an inspiring and candid conversation with accomplished professionals as they share the untold stories behind their career journeys, from navigating the transition into the professional world and overcoming setbacks to embracing change, building resilience and finding the confidence to own their place at the table.
1:45 – 2:00 pm
Break
2:00 – 2:15 pm
Universal Session: How Volunteering Builds Connections and Marketable Skills
Speaker: David Manoukian
Discover how volunteering helps young people build meaningful relationships, gain practical experience, and develop transferable skills outside of their career that can help you stand out in a competitive job market.
2:15 – 3:15 pm
BREAKOUT SESSION - BUILDING SKILLS THROUGH VOLUNTEERING
Organization Presentations and Networking
Connect with local organizations, explore volunteer opportunities, and discover how community involvement can build meaningful relationships and marketable skills for your career.
3:15 - 3:45 pm
Break
Engage with organizations
3:45 - 4:45 pm
Afternoon Keynote: Personal Branding and Marketing Yourself
Speaker: Rita Balian Allen
When we hear "marketing," we think of products — rarely ourselves. But marketing your talents, accomplishments, and value is one of the most powerful tools in your career. Are you prepared to package what you bring to the table and present it with confidence?
Personal branding empowers you to own your career, seize the opportunities you want, and tell your story authentically.
In this session, Rita Balian Allen introduces her 3 Ps Marketing Technique — Preparation, Packaging, and Presentation — to help you establish your personal brand and manage your career with intention at every stage.
4:45 - 5:00 pm
Closing Remarks
8:30 pm - 12:00 am
EVENING ACTIVITY
Social Mixer with DJ Nabler