The Legacy Project: Career Ready Collective 2025 Registration
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The Legacy Project: Career Ready Collective 2025 Registration
Date:
June 13, 2025 - July 25, 2025
Registration:
Sorry, public registration for this event has been closed.
Event Description:
We are currently at capacity for this summer's programming. If you would like to be put on the waiting list, please reach out to Matt Dufoe at mdufoe@dsmpartnership.com. We will reach out if a spot becomes available.
Permission Forms: PARENT/GUARDIAN PERMISSION FORM
Join over 150 high school interns, apprentices and future interns from across the Des Moines metro for the 2nd annual career development program, The Legacy Project: Career Ready Collective. Over the course of six weeks, participants will be inspired by nationally recognized keynote speakers, develop professional skills and have the opportunity to network with peers and business professionals from across the region. Programming will be Fridays from 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. at Principal, with an optional lunch at noon.
Participants who are 18 or parent/guardians of minor participants can click on the link above to sign the electronic permission form and click the red 'Register Now' button above to register. Please verify the home address is correct during registration. Participants will be awarded a certificate and $50 stipend per content event attended (max. $250) at the duration of the program and will be mailed out if not in attendance at the celebration luncheon.
The Career Ready Collective is funded by the Legacy Project, a fundraising initiative of the Principal Charity Classic with support from Sammons Financial. The curriculum and program have been developed by The Greater Des Moines Partnership with support from The Robert D. and Billie Ray Center with Drake University. The program is also sponsored by The Mutual Group and Wellmark.
Weekly Schedule:
Friday, June 13:
Permission Forms: PARENT/GUARDIAN PERMISSION FORM
Join over 150 high school interns, apprentices and future interns from across the Des Moines metro for the 2nd annual career development program, The Legacy Project: Career Ready Collective. Over the course of six weeks, participants will be inspired by nationally recognized keynote speakers, develop professional skills and have the opportunity to network with peers and business professionals from across the region. Programming will be Fridays from 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. at Principal, with an optional lunch at noon.
Participants who are 18 or parent/guardians of minor participants can click on the link above to sign the electronic permission form and click the red 'Register Now' button above to register. Please verify the home address is correct during registration. Participants will be awarded a certificate and $50 stipend per content event attended (max. $250) at the duration of the program and will be mailed out if not in attendance at the celebration luncheon.
The Career Ready Collective is funded by the Legacy Project, a fundraising initiative of the Principal Charity Classic with support from Sammons Financial. The curriculum and program have been developed by The Greater Des Moines Partnership with support from The Robert D. and Billie Ray Center with Drake University. The program is also sponsored by The Mutual Group and Wellmark.
Weekly Schedule:
Friday, June 13:
- Keynote: Izaah Knox, "Creating a Legacy in Motion: The Network, the Grind, and the Power of Showing Up"
- Breakout Session Topics: Demonstrating Leadership through Professional Presence, Meaningful Communication for Connection, and Career Lessons Learned
Friday, June 20:
- Breakout Session Topics: Showcase Your Strengths: Building a Resume and Professional Portfolio, Attitude + Effort = Improvement, & a Professional Networking Event led by Lisa Even
Friday, June 27:
- Keynote: Erik Dominguez, "Redefining Communication: Own Your Message, Own Your Story, Own Your Courage"
- Breakout Session Topics: Interview Like a Pro: Tips for Impressing Every Time, Building the Habits for Excellence & a College Fair
Friday, July 11:
- Keynote: Kristin Economos, "Back to Basics: Mental & Emotional Wellness for Career Success"
- Breakout Session Topics: From Chaos to Calm: Time & Stress Management, Mastering Care-Frontation, & a Career Fair
Friday, July 18:
- Keynote: Travis Shelton, "Money Made Simple"
- Breakout Sessions Topics: Personal Finance, Foundations for Goal Achievement, Mock Interview
Friday, July 25:
- Keynote: Ardis Kelley, This is Your Time
- Celebration Luncheon, Certificate Ceremony and Small Group Reflection
*Business casual attire preferred
Registration closes May 31, or when capacity is reached.
Registration closes May 31, or when capacity is reached.
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