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The Legacy Project: Career Ready Collective 2026 Registration, Pella Satellite Site

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Name: The Legacy Project: Career Ready Collective 2026 Registration, Pella Satellite Site
Date: June 18, 2026 - July 17, 2026
Registration: Register Now
Event Description:
Join over 150 high school interns, apprentices and future interns from across the region for the 3rd annual career development program, The Legacy Project: Career Ready Collective. Over the course of three 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.
Participants who are 18 or parent/guardians of minor participants can 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. $150) at the duration of the program and will be mailed to the provided address.
The Career Ready Collective is funded by the Legacy Project, a fundraising initiative of the Principal Charity Classic with support from Sammons Financial Group. 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 Principal Charity Classic, Sammons Financial and the Marion County Economic Development Commission.
Weekly Schedule:
Thursday, June 18:
  • Breakout Session Topics: Personal Finance and Foundations for Goal Achievement.
Friday, June 26:
  • Breakout Session Topics: Showcasing Your Strengths and Knowing & Telling Your Story.
Friday, July 17:
  • Breakout Sessions Topics: Interview Like a Pro and Mastering Care-Frontation.
 
*Business casual attire preferred
Registration closes May 31, or when capacity is reached.
Event Media:
Location:
Central College Graham Conference Center
812 University St
Pella, IA 50219
Date/Time Information:
Programming will take place on the following dates:

An optional lunch will be available every day at 12:15 p.m.
  • Thursday, June 18, 12:15 - 3:30 p.m. 
  • Friday, June 26, 12:15 - 3:30 p.m.
  • Friday, July 17, 12:15 - 3:30 p.m. 
Contact Information:
Krista Van Hooser-Perin
Fees/Admission:

Free