Join Ascend New York Metro and Ascend New Jersey for our Tri-State 2026 Student Inspiring Across Generations (IAG) Conference—Motion Forward: Unlocking Your Next Chapter (Students Only).
The next chapter of your journey is waiting to be unlocked. As you prepare to take the next step beyond campus, the world of work can feel full of possibilities—and questions. Face the changing world head on and discover how you can turn uncertainty, change, and new experiences into opportunities to grow, explore, and define what success means to you.
Hear from experienced leaders and dynamic speakers who have navigated career changes, disruption, and pivotal moments throughout their own journeys. Gain insights into what it takes to build confidence, find your voice, navigate the workplace, and make thoughtful decisions as you begin your career. Explore new perspectives that can help you discover your strengths, broaden your horizons, and take ownership of your next chapter.
Build the skills and connections you need to take your next step. Participate in interactive workshops designed to strengthen practical skills—from making authentic introductions and building your personal brand to networking, interviewing, and navigating the transition from college to career. Put those skills into action at our Career Expo, where you’ll have the opportunity to connect directly with leading companies, meet recruiters and industry professionals, explore career opportunities, and build relationships that can open doors to your future.
Engage in discussions and sessions that inspire reflection, connection, and action. Meet fellow students exploring their own paths, hear firsthand perspectives from experienced professionals, and discover opportunities across industries. Whether you have a clear direction or are still exploring what comes next, you’ll find a community of peers, mentors, and professionals ready to help you move forward.
Unlock new possibilities, create meaningful connections, and take your next step with purpose. Leave inspired, better equipped, and more confident to embrace change, lead authentically, and shape the career and future you want to build.
Time Zone: Eastern
Please read the Ascend Terms of Registration and Participation carefully.
