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The Chamber’s Young Professionals Council presents the YPC Leadership Summit on Friday, February 21st, 2025, at DeSales University from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to inspire and give advice to our young professionals. Join us for a half-day focused on building your business and personal brand. Your ticket grants you access to a delicious breakfast, valuable networking opportunities, and a vendor marketplace packed with resources to boost your professional growth. Plus, you’ll gain insights from a dynamic keynote presentation, engaging breakout sessions, and an inspiring leadership panel.

2025 Leadership Summit Keynote Speaker: Vicki Doulé, Lehigh Valley Executive and Vice President, Distribution Channels for Capital Blue Cross

Vicki drives the Capital Blue Cross's growth and commitment in the region. She also oversees Capital’s distribution channel strategy, focusing on producer partnerships and sales and service at Capital’s retail centers, including locations in Allentown and Center Valley.

Vicki is a dedicated community servant and champions many causes that enrich the fabric of the Lehigh Valley. She is a member of the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley’s Board of Directors and is active with Women United. Vicki is a member of the ArtsQuest Board of Trustees, serving as Chair from 2020 to 2022 and also serves on LVEDC’s Board of Directors. Additionally, Vicki serves as a Commissioner on the Allentown Homeless Commission, is a member of the Downtown Allentown Community Development Initiative (DACDI) and serves on Via of the Lehigh Valley’s Board.

Vicki has been recognized as a 2023 Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania Take the Lead Honoree, the Bethlehem YMCA’s 2021 Golden Laurel, and a 2019 Woman of Influence by Lehigh Valley Business. Vicki is a lifelong Lehigh Valley resident and earned her degree in marketing from Bloomsburg University.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS:

Breakout Session #1: Building Your Personal Brand
Nicol Cancelmo, OCOA Beauty
Rachel Moyer, Social T Marketing & PR
George Wacker, Lehigh Valley with Love Media
Moderated by: Krista Berardelli, Agentis Plumbing

Breakout Session #2: Unlocking AI for Business Leaders: Work Smarter, Not Harder
Jeff Bullock, PRISM Ai Consulting

Strong Minds, Strong Leadership: A Wellness Panel for Leading with Balance
Dr. Hasshan Batts, Promised Neighborhoods of the Lehigh Valley
Michaela Belle Dickerson, Michaela Belle LLC
Connor Moriarty, Reset Outdoors
Chiletta Walls, Preventive Measures
Moderated by: Mykayla Biechy, PSECU

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