Start Date
July 10, 2025
End Date
July 11, 2025
Location
Chicago, IL
Venue
Swissotel Chicago
323 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
Our discounted group rate is $189/night and can be booked here. To receive this discounted rate, rooms must be booked by June 17, 2025.
NAGAP's Summer Professional Development Institute for Early Career and Advanced GEM Professionals will offer two tracks- one focusing on foundational core competencies and the other on advanced competencies. While we have customized the offerings for these distinct groups, we have made a concerted effort to provide increased opportunities for all participants to interact, connect, and learn from one another.
This year’s event will include more interactive workshop-style sessions, so participants have the chance to practice new skills and strategies and immediately apply their knowledge to real-world situations.
The Early Career track is like a bootcamp for new GEM professionals, focusing on foundational core competencies and entry-level skills and knowledge.
Who should attend this track:
- Generally, professionals who have been working in the field, or in their current positions, for three years or less.
- Individuals that are new to the GEM field or are interested in learning more about GEM foundational core competencies and strengthening basic skills.
- Professionals who want to gain the knowledge and skills it takes to be successful in a more student-facing, entry-level GEM position.
The Advanced track focuses on bridging the gap between entry-level skills and the advanced skills and knowledge required for leadership positions in GEM.
Who should attend this track:
- Generally, GEM professionals with four or more years of experience.
- Individuals who have experience in an entry-level position who are ready to advance to the next level.
- Professionals who want to gain the advanced knowledge and skills it takes to be successful in a higher-level supervisory or GEM leadership position.
Full schedule to come, but the event will begin on Thursday, July 10 at 8:00am, and end at 3:00pm on Friday, July 11. Breakfast and lunch are included with your registration both days, and an evening reception will be held on Thursday night.
Registration will open April 23, 2025!
Registration fees:
Member:
Early bird registration (before May 31): $695
Regular registration (after May 31): $795
Non-Member:
Early bird registration (before May 31): $925
Regular registration (after May 31): $1000
