2025 YP Conference Sessions

Financial Literacy for Young Professionals

Session 1

Speakers
  • Nick Casciotta - Finance Center Manager with German American Bank
Summary
Practical advice on budgeting, saving, investing, and managing student loan debt as you build your career and prepare for long-term financial success.(401k, student debt, buying a house, setting financial goals, workshop/worksheet, etc.)

Building a Collaborative Team Culture

Session 1

Speakers
  • Chris Maynard, MBA, AAI - Partner with Shepherd Insurance
Summary
Understand the importance of teamwork, collaboration, and communication in the workplace, and how to foster a positive, productive team environment.

Navigating Career Setbacks & Creating a Comeback Strategy

Session 1

Speakers
  • Hope Fussner - R&D Project Manager with Mead Johnson Nutrition
Summary
Explore how to turn challenges, setbacks, or career detours into opportunities for growth and success, including job loss, failed projects, or missed promotions.

Navigating Difficult Conversations in the Workplace/Conflict Resolution

Session 1

Speakers
  • Philip Smith - Chief of Police with Evansville Police Department
Summary
Learn the skills to approach and handle tough conversations at work—whether with colleagues, managers, or clients—while maintaining professionalism and emotional intelligence.

Financial Literacy for Young Professionals

Session 2

Speakers
  • Nick Casciotta - Financial Center Manager with German American Bank
Summary
Practical advice on budgeting, saving, investing, and managing student loan debt as you build your career and prepare for long-term financial success.(401k, student debt, buying a house, setting financial goals, workshop/worksheet, etc.)

Building a Collaborative Team Culture

Session 2

Speakers
  • Chris Maynard, MBA, AAI - Partner with Shepherd Insurance
Summary
Understand the importance of teamwork, collaboration, and communication in the workplace, and how to foster a positive, productive team environment.

Navigating Career Setbacks & Creating a Comeback Strategy

Session 2

Speakers
  • Hope Fussner - R&D Project Manager with Mead Johnson Nutrition
Summary
Explore how to turn challenges, setbacks, or career detours into opportunities for growth and success, including job loss, failed projects, or missed promotions.

Navigating Difficult Conversations in the Workplace/Conflict Resolution

Session 2

Speakers
  • Philip Smith - Chief of Police with Evansville Police Department
Summary
Learn the skills to approach and handle tough conversations at work—whether with colleagues, managers, or clients—while maintaining professionalism and emotional intelligence.
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