Professional Development Academy
The Professional Development Academies provide you with many unique opportunities to interact with and learn from Corporate Representatives in specific industries/career paths. From a panel of successful business men and women to an interactive seminar speaking directly to the opportunities and challenges facing each industry, there is no better place for you to ask the tough questions and get answers that give you a competitive advantage in today’s marketplace.

Industries:
Marketing
Management
Hospitality, Sports and Entertainment
Integrated Marketing Communications

Agenda:
On Sunday morning of the International Conference every conference attendee will participate in one of the Professional Development Academies based on their competitive event. To find out which academy you will be in click here. Specific schedules will be provided as we get closer to conference time. Check back often for updates.

Advisors are asked to register for a specific academy typically tied to the content area you teach.

Networking Lunch:
By noon all of our corporate panelists and speakers will be dining in a pay–and–go lunch space set up for you to get one–on–one with those that peaked your interest most. Everybody knows that business happens over meals, now is your chance to experience it! Bring a few bucks to buy your lunch and sit next to the marketing director from the Georgia Aquarium, or the college recruiter from Valpak, or whichever leader you would like! Discuss your career options and hand them a resume and a business card. Your future is in your hands – use this opportunity to dine and do business with industry specialists eager to speak with you.