Nashville’s Premier Leadership Conference for Young Professionals
Presented by FirstBank
This 2-day event combines high-level professional development, civic engagement, networking opportunities and serious fun with the NJC’s signature style.
Attendees have the opportunity to learn from well-known community leaders, expand their network with fellow attendees, and hear from Nashville’s top business innovators.
Click below to purchase your ticket! Browse below to learn more about what you can expect at our third Leadership Conference.
Where?
Thursday, April 9: RADAR615 Gallery
(516 Hagan St. Ste. 100 Nashville, TN 37203)
Friday, April 10: Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
(623 Union St, Nashville, TN 37219)
When?
April 9-10, 2026
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5:30 PM— Check-In Opens
5:30 - 7:00 PM— Networking with hors d’oeuvres and cocktails
7:00 - 8:00 PM— Next in Nash Panel on the Choose How You Move Metro Transit program -
9:30 AM— Check-in Opens & Coffee Networking
10:00 AM— Welcome & Keynote Address
11:15 AM— Breakout Sessions Round 1
12:15 PM— Lunch (provided)
1:15 PM— Breakout Sessions Round 2
2:30 PM— Breakout Sessions Round 3
3:45 PM— Closing Workshop
4:30 PM— After Hours Networking
2026 NJC Leadership Conference Speakers Below!
Click on the profile pictures to read speaker biographies
What to Expect?
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Nashville young professionals will leave the NJC Leadership Conference with new personal and professional techniques to elevate their careers to the next level. Through breakout sessions with notable Nashvillians in a myriad of industries, conference attendees will learn from industry experts. Breakout sessions will cover a range of topics from a negotiation skills workshop, to combatting imposter syndrome, to the power of personal branding, and much more. Stay tuned for more information on our 2026 breakout speaker line-up!
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Through our Next in Nash panel discussion on Thursday, April 9, conference attendees will learn about Metro Transit's "Choose How You Move" program from civic leaders who are integral to the program's implementation. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn how they can be civically engaged as a young professional.
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There is no shortage of nonprofits in Nashville ready to meet the needs of our community. This conference will educate attendees on ways they can give back to the community and the organizations available to help at. There will be a dedicated breakout session where attendees will hear from one of Nashville's leading nonprofit executives!
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While knowledge is power, it never hurts "to know someone." The NJC Leadership Conference will have multiple opportunities for young professionals to build their networks and have a chance to connect with seasoned Nashville leaders. On Thursday evening, attendees are invited for a cocktail and networking hour before the Next in Nash panel, where they will be able to taste the signature flavors of several local restaurants. After the conference concludes on Friday afternoon, attendees are invited to continue networking at a nearby after-hours location!
Thursday Night Programming — Next in Nash!
Kick off the Nashville Junior Chamber Leadership Conference with Next in Nash, a dynamic panel discussion addressing key civic topics impacting young professionals in our city. The 2025 Leadership Conference conversation focused on the transformative East Bank Development, featuring insights from experts at Metro Planning, Hastings Architecture, and other key stakeholders.At the 2026 Conference, our Next in Nash panel discussion will center around Metro Transit's "Choose How You Move" Program! Civic leaders from the Metro Advisory Committee on Transportation, WeGo, and Metro Government will educate attendees on the impact of the "Choose How You Move" Program and answer your questions. Before the panel, attendees are invited for a cocktail hour featuring stations from several beloved local restaurants to get a taste of their signature flavors. Join us as we explore the future of Nashville’s growth and opportunities for young leaders to make an impact.
“We are thrilled to host the Nashville Junior Chamber’s third Leadership Conference for Young Professionals of all backgrounds looking to grow, give back, and immerse themselves in a community filled with Nashville’s up-and-coming leaders.”
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Ready to be part of this event?
Join Nashville’s leading companies and organizations in supporting the first Nashville Junior Chamber Leadership Conference. The sponsorship levels are designed to meet your company where you are. Ready to become a sponsor or have questions? Reach out to leadershipconference@nashvillejuniorchamber.org.