2026 Emerge Summit Breakout Session RFP

                      


Emerge Summit is BACK! As we prepare to launch the region's largest event for Young Professionals, we are seeking proposals for breakout sessions/workshops that will further EDGE’s mission to (1) ENGAGE a diverse network, (2) DEVELOP critical business skills, (3) GIVE back to the community, and (4) EMPOWER leadership. 

We will be looking for diversity in breakout session topics, be creative, think outside of the box, and aim to engage with many of the region's young professionals! Sessions will be 45 min in length, and the audience will range from those 21-40, entry level, mid, and senior career professionals. We try our best to cater to all industries. Share your talents with the region's young professionals! 


Event Date: May 21, 2026

Event Location: The Sofia, Home of the B Street Theatre, Sacramento, CA

Applications: Deadline January 30th, 2026 

Questions? Reach out to Savannah Fox- sfox@metrochamber.org for more details. 



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We encourage breakout content to exemplify one or more of the pillars of Metro EDGE and incorporate learning and education for all. Which track best contains your topic: (Select all that may apply).

Engage (networking on interpersonal skills)
Develop (professional development skills)
Give (importance of giving back to the community)
Empower (leadership skills)
Other

Breakout applicants are encouraged to create content that is geared towards a diverse audience of young professionals who represent a range of industries and career levels (though applicants can specify their content to be geared towards a certain audience group). What is the ideal career level for your session?

Early Career
Mid-Level Career
Upper Management or Leadership Role
All of the above

 Sector, role, or demographic that might benefit most from your session. (i.e. Marketing, Finance, Education, Entrepreneur, Parents, Singles, etc.). Please list below

Panel Discussion
Workshop
Individual Speaker
Other

Ex:  activities, surveys, questionnaire, small groups discussions, etc.

Do you need a classroom style set up or theater space? Will you need a screen and projector for a power point? Will you need a microphone?