1. PROGRAM BEGINS
Thursday, March 24
5:30-7:30 – OPENING RECEPTION
REGISTRATION AND WELCOME
Friday, March 25
7:30-9:00 am REGISTRATION (Registration is open until 11:30 am)
9:00-9:15 am WELCOME REMARKS
Jeremy Cooney, Chair, We Live New York
BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Friday, March 25
Learn more about the entrepreneurial resources and business opportunities currently
happening around the state. Listen to established business owners and startups talk
about their experiences, various stages of growth, and why they chose to stay in NY.
Engage with some of the best young minds on the pitch battlefield or watch teams
produce incredible programs after a 24-hour hack-a-thon.
9:30-10:45
1. Young Entrepreneur Panel
Listen to young entrepreneurs from around the state. Each panelist has a unique background
and represents varying stages of growth and successes.
Moderator: Brad Treat of Mezmeriz, Inc.
Panelists:
• Elisa Miller-Out: CEO, Singlebrook Technology, Inc
• Tom Schryver: Co-Founder & Mezmeriz President of PI Experiential Learning (PIXL)
• Arthur Soroken: Co-Founder & CEO of MADathletic
• Evan Watson: VP of Sales, Brand-Yourself
• Tory Gentes: Co-Founder of SqueezeMyTees
• Michael Feng: VP, Progressive Expert Consulting
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2. 2. Fastest Growing Job Sectors in New York State
While demand occupations may have the largest number of open jobs in NYS, they may not be
the ones young professionals are interested in filling. What are the emerging industries in NYS
that are looking for talent? What types of careers are offered in these industries? What should I
be doing now to get ready?
Moderator: Christian Harris, New York State Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Market
Information
• Marnie LaVigne, PhD, New York State Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics & Life
Sciences and University at Buffalo Center for Advanced Biomedical and Bioengineering
Technology
• Linda Dickerson-Hartsock, VP, Innovation and Technology, CenterState CEO
11:00-12:15
3. Breakout Roundtables with Young Entrepreneur Panelists
Listen to young entrepreneurs from around the state. Each panelist has a unique background
and represents varying stages of growth and success. After the initial panel each entrepreneur
will come off stage and sit down at round tables (where attendees will be seated). The panelists
will proceed to have conversations with attendees interested in their business expertise and
specific experiences.
Moderator: Brad Treat of Mezmeriz, Inc.
Panelists:
• Elisa Miller—Out: CEO, Singlebrook Technology, Inc
• Tom Schryver: Co-Founder & President of PI Experiential Learning (PIXL)
• Arthur Soroken: Co-Founder & CEO of MADathletic
• Evan Watson: VP of Sales, Brand-Yourself
• Tory Gentes: Co-Founder of SqueezeMyTees
• Michael Feng: VP, Progressive Expert Consulting
4. Not Just Receptions – How to Network in the Age of Smartphones
It is all about the network. But in this time of global reach, information overload, and time
compression how do you find the time to develop and nurture a network of professional
relationships and personal friendships and is there a line between them?
12:30-2:30 LUNCH AND KEYNOTE
2:45-3:45
5. Lean Startup/Bootstrapping
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3. This panel is for more than the frugally-minded! Learn how business owners efficiently allocated
human capital, fiscal reserves (or lack-thereof) and how they took advantage of community
resources to remain agile and in business.
Panelists:
• Jonathan Greene, CEO of Widetronix
• Adam Farrell, CEO of SunMaxx
• Jonathan Wood, CEO of N.R.G.S.
Student Hackathon Commences
The first annual event will be a 24-hour coding marathon. Bring a computer, your team, and
some ideas – we’ll supply the pizza and caffeine. Come learn code and launch a new app using
Twitter’s data sets and API. Substantial prizes awarded to the top three ideas.
**Applications for teams are due by: March 22nd midnight EST.
Student Pitch Competition Commences
One-minute elevator pitches will be given in front of a panel of NY-based entrepreneurs, angels
and professors. Immediately following the on-stage presentations, participant’s pitches will be
posted to youTube, Vimeo and streamed around the conference. Attendees will be able to "like"
the pitches and top picks will receive a fan favorite award in addition to the overall awards.
*Entrance is limited to the student and young professionals competition – please see contest
rules for details.
What is an Elevator Pitch?
An elevator pitch is a concise and well-practiced description of a business venture that you
would deliver if you found yourself in an elevator with a potential customer or investor. In 1-2
minutes (depending if you are a student or YP) the pitch should describe:
- Your market and its size
- How you plan to make money
- Your leadership team
- Your competition
- Your competitive advantage
Limit 35 pitches
- Entrants will have a two-minute time limit and may not use any props
- Must be working towards incorporation with an actual business
- There is no entry fee
- Entrants must register by March 23rd at 6pm EST
- The entire pitch must be made alone by one person
- Participants must register with a .edu email address
- Companies may not be more than 24-months old
- The judging panel reserves the right to disqualify any entry
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4. Each participant will have two-minutes to pitch to a panel of three judges: Bruce Kingma, John
Liddy & TBD
How to Vote: Attendees will simply ‘like’ and comment on the pitches online via youtube and
on the WLNY Summit channel by 6:15 pm on March 25th.
3:55-4:55
Student Pitch Competition Ends – 3:30
Young Professionals Pitch Competition Commences – 3:45
One-minute elevator pitches will be given in front of a panel of NY-based entrepreneurs, angels
and professors. Immediately following the on-stage presentations, participant’s pitches will be
posted to YouTube, Vimeo and streamed around the conference. Attendees will be able to "like"
the pitches and top picks will receive a fan favorite award in addition to the overall awards.
*Entrance is limited to the student and young professionals competition – please see contents
rules for details.
Limit 45 entrants
- Entrants will have a one-minute time limit and may not use props
- Company must be incorporated
- Company cannot have been in operation for more than 36-months
- Should not have revenues in excess of $100,000 per annum or $250,000 total
- Entrants must register by March 23rd at 6pm EST
- The judging panel reserves the right to disqualify any entry
Three-Judge Panel: Mitchell Patterson, TBD, TBD
How to Vote: Attendees will simply ‘like’ and comment on the pitches online via youtube and
on the WLNY Summit channel by 6:15 pm on March 25th.
Student Hackathon Continues
4:55-5:10 COFFEE AND NETWORKING BREAK
5:10-6:00
Young Professionals Pitch Competition Ends – 5:45
Student Hackathon Continues
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5. POLITICAL AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
Friday, March 25
Want to learn more about politics in New York? Or how civic engagement is playing a key role in
the revitalization of our communities? This programming track will explore everything from how
to run for political office to how to best use the limited time you have towards making a
difference in your community.
9:30-10:45
1. Introduction to NYS and Local Government: The Lay of the Land
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes in Albany? Come listen to expert descriptions of
local and State level politics and learn why New York has consistently led the country as a home
for progressive policymaking.
Michael Meath, President, Strategic Communications, LLC
Jessica Crawford, Government Affairs Manager, SRC, Inc
2. Volunteerism in NY
The “State” of Volunteerism in New York: this seminar will give an overview of New York’s Civic
Health and how Young professionals can improve New York’s Civic Health through Civic
Engagement and Volunteerism.
Moderator: Catherine M. Hedgeman, Esq. CEO of The Stakeholders and Member of the New
York State Commission on National and Community Service.
Panelists:
• Mark J. Walter, Executive Director, New York State Office of National & Community
Service
• Dr. Mathew Johnson, Director of the office of Academic and Community Engagement at
Siena College
• Dr. Don Levy, Director of Siena College Research institute
11:00-12:15
3. Young Politicians Panel and Political Leadership Institute Introduction
Thinking about running for local office or just interested in learning more about campaigns? This
seminar will introduce you to young elected officials from across the State and will kick off the
Political Leadership Institute—a series of seminars giving you the basic skills necessary to run or
manage a campaign for public office.
Moderator: Jessica Crawford, Government Affairs Manager, SRC, Inc.
Panelists:
• Jeff Dorrance, Town Justice at Town of Green Island
• Matthew Rayo, Common Councilor, City of Syracuse
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6. • Sean Ward , Executive Assistance to the Mayor of Green Island, Chief Executive Officer
at Green Island Industrial Development Agency and Deputy Majority Leader at Albany
County Legislature
• Lovely Warren, Council President, Rochester City Council
4. Service as a Strategy to Address Local Challenges/Cities of Service
This Seminar will discuss how to leverage human capital to strategically address the critical
needs in communities throughout New York State.
Moderator: Mark J. Walter, Executive Director, New York State Office of National & Community
Service
Panelists:
• Catherine M. Hedgeman, Esq. CEO of The Stakeholders and Member of the New York
State Commission on National and Community Service.
• James J. Salengo, Executive Director, Downtown Schenectady Improvement Corporation
• Nancy Pompeo, Co-Director, UlsterCorps
• Beth McLendon, Co-Director, UlsterCorps
12:30-2:30 LUNCH AND KEYNOTE
2:24-3:45
5. PLI-Finance of Fundraising
Ever wondered how much it would cost to run a successful campaign for a local political office?
Attend this seminar and get a first account from a political operative about fundraising for a
campaign and discover how truly inexpensive it is to run a local campaign in New York State.
John Balduzzi, The Balduzzi Group
6. Volunteerism/Advocacy Sustainable Communities
This seminar will examine how organizations use volunteers to further their mission of
advocating and building sustainable communities throughout New York State.
Moderator: Catherine M. Hedgeman, Esq. CEO of The Stakeholders and Member of the New
York State Commission on National and Community Service.
Panelists:
• David Hogenkamp, The Stakeholders, Sustainable Communities Chairman
• Jordan Talbot, Empire State Future
3:55-4:55
7. PLI – Advocacy and Messaging
You’ve seen leaders put their foot in their mouth a thousand times on TV. This session will teach
you how to craft a distinctive and successful campaign message and will clarify why a good
message can make or break a campaign.
Michael Meath, President, Strategic Communications, LLC
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7. 8. Gov’t 2.0 – Transparency and Technology and How its Changing the Public Sector
Social media has been described as a disruptive technology and has presented new challenges as
to how government interacts with citizens. During this session we will explore how governments
can use social media and web applications to increase citizen engagement. This session will
discuss the Gov 2.0 movement in detail and identify how data can be used make governments
more transparent, participatory and collaborative.
Pat Fiorenza, Syracuse University
Remy DeCausemaker, CIVX, Inc.
4:55-5:10 COFFEE AND NETWORKING
5:10-6:00
9. PLI- Getting on the Ballot
So you’ve decided to take the plunge and run for office. What do you do next? Our experts will
teach you exactly what you need to do to get yourself on the ballot. Get your walking shoes out
because you’re going to be doing some door to door campaigning!
Howie Hawkins, Co-Chair, Green Party of New York State
CUISINE AND CULTURE
Friday, March 25
We are simply swimming in culture, New York being a worldwide cultural Mecca, but we don’t
just mean the City: we will highlight the best tasting food and drink from across New York State,
the swankiest handmade crafts, and our strong local green movements; Roller derby and pro
sports aren’t just a lifestyle, they are New York. Young professional chefs will dazzle your senses
with a tapas tasting demonstration; food bloggers will provide the commentary while you dig
into a NY cheese & wine tasting. There will be ample opportunity to take a hike, make your own
rain barrel, and learn from some of the dynamic young things quietly turning our communities
into hot beds of innovative opportunity.
9:30-10:45
1. Join the Local First Movement
For every $100 spent, $30 more stays in the community when you shop at locally owned stores.
Come hear from some of the vanguards of the Local First movement who have personally
committed themselves to fostering the growth of independent businesses in our communities
and find out how you can start your own Local First group in your community.
Chris Fowler, Syracuse First
Sarah Bishop, Buffalo First
Michael Welch, Edible Fingerlakes
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8. 11:00-12:15
2. Save the Rain
This session will explain why “Saving the Rain” is important to improving water quality in our
lakes, rivers and streams and what you can do to protect our vital water resources. Come learn
about Onondaga County’s progressive “Save the Rain” program while at the same time
discovering how you can live sustainably by constructing your own rain barrel.
Khris Dodson, The Environmental Finance Center at the Syracuse Center of Excellence
3. Creating History: Learn it, Live it!
Learn about a few of New York State’s historic sustainability successes and how to ensure we
continue this success into the future. Experience the life of a Bald Eagle, in person! Learn
success stories from the recovery of the majestic bald eagle population to the conservation of
two of our Finger Lakes.
Mike Allen, Bald Eagle Specialist
Jim Howe, Central & Western NY Chapter of the Nature Conservancy
Don Naetzker, The Finger Lakes Museum
12:30-2:30 LUNCH AND KEYNOTE
2:45-3:45
4. Get the Dirt on Farming: Young Farmers Tell All
Have you ever thought about becoming a farmer? Ever wonder how young professionals got into
farming? At this session you will hear first hand from a panel of our regions finest and youngest
dairy, produce, and urban farmers and young farmer and local food advocates. Learn about why
farming is so important to our region's economic health and vitality as well as why knowing your
farmer and buying local are important for our environment, health and economy.
Jonnell Robinson, Syracuse Community Geographer
Melissa Young, Environmental Finance Center
5. Craft Circle: Sweater Redeaux
This workshop offers you a creative approach to up-cycling old and unwanted sweaters into
something useful. In just an hour, learn how to make a felted sweater necklace, ring, brooch,
laptop case, Mp3 case, or bird mobile. No skill is necessary!
Briana Kohlbrenner, Craft Chemistry
3:55-4:55 at the Finger Lakes Wine Center
237 South Cayuga Street, Ithaca, 14850
6. Livin’ La Vida Local
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9. Learn how to make tasty bites using produce from local farms in this cooking demonstration and
tapas tasting.
Abigail Henson, Syracuse Test Kitchen
4:55-8:00 at the Finger Lakes Wine Center
237 South Cayuga Street, Ithaca, 14850
7. NY Wine and Cheese Tasting
Finger Lakes Wine and NYS Farmstead Cheese pairings in this delightful taste test! Regional food
bloggers will give you an intro to New York State food culture while you snack.
Cost: $3 – 5 per person
Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows, Cookin' in Da Cuse Blog
Gordon Walts, American Farmstead Cheese Co.
NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION
Through a partnership with Cornell University’s Community and Regional Development
Institute (CaRDI) this track will feature in depth examinations of revitalization
experiences from across the state. From large scale regional revitalization initiatives to
local, neighborhood-based, programs participants will get a first-hand look at efforts
that are truly securing a prosperous future for New York.
Friday, March 25
9:30-10:45
1. Rust to Green Utica
In 2009, five professors from Cornell University’s Landscape Architecture, Education and Natural
Resources Departments created the Rust To Green New York State Initiative as an action-
research and service-learning project to get faculty and students working together with local
community partners in Upstate NY cities to encourage sustainable urban development. Based on
a 2007 Brookings Institution describing the assets present in Rust Belt cities, Cornell University
selected Utica and Binghamton as pilot sites. In February 2010 a dozen community stakeholders
convened the first meeting of the Rust to Green Utica core team. By February 2011, this “smart
network” included more than 100 members and organizations.
• Paula Horrigan - Associate Professor, Department of Landscape Architecture, Cornell
University
• Jamie Vanucchi - Lecturer, Department of Landscape Architecture, Cornell University
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10. • Caroline Williams - Rural Development Specialist, Cornell Cooperative Extension of
Oneida County
• Pamela Jardieu - Independent Grant Writer/Photographer & R2G Utica CORE team
member
2. Growing A Green Workforce
Come hear about the development of a new “green” workforce in Tompkins County. Zachary
Murray and Dee Gamble will introduce the Green Careers Pathway and share potential
employment opportunities in energy efficiency and sustainability.
Santoras “Dee” Gamble, Green Jobs Coordinator, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins
County
Zachary Murray, former Green Jobs Program Assistant, Cornell Cooperative Extension of
Tompkins County
11:00-12:15
3. How to start a young professionals organization in your community - Part I
Ever thought about setting up a group that can engage and channel the many talents of
students and young professionals in your community? Come to this session for the first part of
our Young Professionals Organization Start-Up program to learn the first steps you need to take
to do this in your community.
Mike Fuller, Chair, Pipeline 4 Progress
4. Green Building: What is it? Why do it? And how to bring it to your community
Combining energy efficiency with healthy materials, green building has enormous ecological,
social, health, and economic benefits. This seminar will introduce the basic concepts of what
makes green building green and show you how you can work to green the homes and businesses
in your community.
Guillermo Metz, Green Building & Renewable Energy Program Coordinator, Cornell Cooperative
Extension of Tompkins County
Apollonya Porcelli, Cornell University and Coordinator of Local Building Materials Initiative,
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County.
12:30-2:30 LUNCH AND KEYNOTE
2:45-3:45
5. How to start a young professionals organization in your community - Part II
Join Mike Fuller and other experts from across the state for the second part of our Young
Professionals Start-Up Program. Part II will be directly focused on sharing experiences and best
practices from existing Young Professionals groups.
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11. Mike Fuller, Chair, Pipeline 4 Progress
6. Different paths to sustainability – housing, land use, transportation
Creating sustainable communities in Upstate New York implies learning to evolve sustainable
housing, land use and transportation options in communities and neighborhoods that have
existed for many years. This session features two communities working hard to make
sustainability real. Maarten Jacobs will discuss Syracuse’s Near West Side Initiative and how it
incorporates sustainability into its efforts to revitalize a neighborhood. Tim Logue will highlight
the importance of multiple kinds of transportation linkages in creating a sustainable place to
live.
Maarten Jacobs, Director, Near West Side Initiative
Tim Logue, Office of the City Engineer, City of Ithaca
3:55-4:55
7. Funding Community Revitalization: Finding, Winning, and Fulfilling Grant
Opportunities
Coming up with ways to spruce up a neighborhood, teach teenagers about business
development, and ensure access to healthy foods, or any number of community revitalization
initiatives, can be relatively easy in comparison to finding ways to pay for these projects.
Nevertheless, there are federal, state, and local grant making programs dedicated to developing
communities. In this session, we will talk about how to find sources of funding, write a strong
grant application, and work with funders to ensure you fulfill your obligations as the manager of
a funded project. Come prepared to share your grant writing experience and/or your interest in
learning more!
Heidi Mouillesseaux-Kunzman, Extension Associate, Community and Regional Development
Institute (CaRDI)
8. Demographic Data: Sources, Uses, and Tools
Demographic and economic data is invaluable when creating community master plans, planning
and evaluating programs, applying for grants, assessing need and demand for products or
services, and many other activities. This workshop will provide participants with an overview of
how to access and use the latest American Community Survey and other census data via the U.S.
Census Bureau’s new American FactFinder tool, and highlight on-line data and tools from Cornell
University’s own Program on Applied Demographics, including population estimates, projections,
school district and local government data.
Robin M. Blakely-Armitage, Senior Extension Associate, Community & Regional Development
Institute (CaRDI)
4:55-5:10 COFFEE AND NETWORKING
5:10-6:00
9. Young Entrepreneurship Academy in Mt. Morris
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12. Entrepreneurs can be a catalyst to spark neighborhood and community revitalization. This
session is aimed at bringing to light stories of community transformations occurring through
entrepreneurship and youth engagement. Presenters will provide a case study on innovative
efforts with an emphasis on the work of students at SUNY Geneseo and the University of
Rochester. Come find out how to be leaders in creative solutions to economic revitalization of
communities across New York State.
Soon Chung Kang, Cornell Cooperative Extension
Weston Kennison, SUNY Geneseo
10. Neighborhood and Community Revitalization through Scaling Up Home Energy
Efficiency
The average NY home spends over $2,600 per year on energy for electricity, heat and hot water.
Amazingly, it is possible to save between 20 and 60% of that amount—up to $1,500 a year.
Learn the Path to Energy Savings, financing mechanisms, and role for local leaders.
Dominic Frongillo, Community Energy Educator, Cooperative Extension Energy & Climate
Change Team Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Leading a healthy lifestyle is an afterthought for many young professionals working hard
to balance busy personal and professional lives. Who can find time for general wellness
between work and school, with demanding hours, after hours networking events and the
myriad of other competing demands on “free” time? The health and wellness track will
help make your personal and professional wellness a priority with practical wellness tips
for your health, including 10 Tips to Lead a Healthier Life from Health Coach Heather
McCoy, as well as tips for your financial wellness from Benefit Specialists of New York.
Come discover that living a healthy lifestyle means more than just squeezing in the
occasional trip to the gym.
Friday, March 25
9:30-10:45
1. 10 Ways to Live a Healthier Lifestyle
Heather McCoy will share with you her 10 ways to live a healthier lifestyle. Heather is a certified
Holistic Health Coach with her own private health coaching practice, Wellness from Within.
Heather will focus on ALL aspects that lead to a healthy life. She will also be available for
personal consults after her presentation.
Heather McCoy, Wellness from Within
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13. 2. Health Benefits 101 – Understanding your Options
Benefit Specialists of NY will be on hand to present a Health Insurance Basics 101. They will help
you translate all of the insurance jargon into plain English and will review the top 5 questions
you should be asking your employer to make the most out of your benefits package. If you are a
new employer yourself, what kind of benefits are helpful to recruit and retain employees? Benefit
Specialists of New York has the expertise to answer all of your most pertinent questions!
Jeannette Jones, Benefit Specialists of New York
11:00 – 12:15
3. Giving Back – National Bone Marrow Donor Program
Be The Match Foundation® raises funds to help patients in need of a bone marrow or umbilical
cord blood transplant receive the treatment they need. Attend this interactive session and sign
up to be a part of the Be The Match Registry—national bone marrow donor registry, your efforts
may help save the life of any patient in need of a bone marrow transplant. You can make a
difference to patients everywhere.
Colleen Bailey, National Bone Marrow Donor Program
4. Health Benefits 201 – One on One Sessions
You’ve had the experts explain why it’s important to know your health benefits now you can get
personalized assistance and an explanation of YOUR benefits. Bring your employers benefit
sheet and have our experts analyze and explain it. Don’t have health benefits now? Come find
out what options are out there for you.
12:30 – 2:30 LUNCH AND KEYNOTE
2:45-3:45
5. Financial Wellness Seminar 1 – Setting Your Financial Default for Success
Got questions about how much you should save for retirement? Didn’t even know you should be
saving now for retirement? Come join two experts in Financial Wellness for a discussion on the
importance of saving early and what it could mean for you later in life.
Eileen Price, Women, Wealth and Wisdom, AXA-Advisors
Lisa Miller, Women, Wealth and Wisdon, AXA-Advisors
3:55-4:55
6. Financial Wellness Seminar 2 – Five Steps to Financial Wellness
You’ve listened to them explain your retirement options, now hear our Financial Wellness Experts
explain the ins and outs of personal financial management. How can you save for your first
home? Should you get life insurance? These questions and more will be answered in this
seminar.
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14. Eileen Price, Women, Wealth and Wisdom, AXA-Advisors
Lisa Miller, Women, Wealth and Wisdon, AXA-Advisors
4:55-5:10 COFFEE BREAK
5:10-6:00
7. Policy Students for Fiscal Sustainability: Understanding the Federal Budget and
Healthcare Legislation – A Demographic Perspective
This hour long program will teach you everything you need to know about the federal budget
process, the current budget and deficit and its unique implications for your future, as a young
person. Current issues with Social Security and Medicare will affect the way you should spend
and save money for your retirement. Adjustments to the system will have serious implications
on your financial wellness. Our panel will let you know what to watch for and how to react to
these important issues.
Sookyung Oh – Syracuse University
Ongoing throughout the Afternoon:
2:00 – 4:00 -- Alternative / Holistic Medicine
New York Chiropractic College and the Fingerlakes School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
will be on hand to provide information on career opportunities in the constantly growing field of
Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM). Explore the benefits of chiropractic and
acupuncture treatment and how it can guide you towards a healthier lifestyle. Learn more
about the integration of CAM and how it fits into the collaborative heatlhcare model that is the
future of healthcare delivery.
Josh Begley, New York Chiropractic College
Hope Phones
We Live NY Summit is proud to support the Hope Phones Initiative. The Hope Phone organization
collects old cell phones that are then used to save lives around the Globe. Every cell phone given
to community health workers connects distant patients to a medical clinic. One cell phone could
give 50 families access to emergency medical care, health information, transport services, and
clinic resources. So please bring an old cell phone to donate and look for donation boxes
throughout the Statler Hotel!
11:00-12:15
Innovation Conversation: Will You Stay, or Will You Go?
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15. How do young people make the decision to leave or stay in upstate New York? Whose job is it to
convince them to stay, and how do you do it? We'll get answers to those question from
politicians, economic development officials, and you, during this hour-long radio talk show
taping, presented by the Innovation Trail, WSKG and WXXI.
6:00-8:00 ITHACA EATS: DINE-AROUND
Start Location: The Finger Lakes Wine Center, 237 South Cayuga Street, Ithaca, 14850
Grab a meal with some of your newly made contacts at one of the many restaurants in
Downtown Ithaca. Remember to sign up for dinner during the morning registration.
HAUNTED HISTORY TOUR of Downtown Ithaca
Start Location: The Fingers Lakes Wine Center, 237 South Cayuga Street, Ithaca, 14850
Tours begin at: 6:15 pm, 6:30 pm, 7:15 pm, 7:30 pm
The tour is a leisurely guided walk focusing on the darker aspects of Ithaca’s past. Join us as a
historical guide leads you on a walking tour of downtown Ithaca, sharing tales touching upon
many important events in the city such as the Iroquois Settlement along Cayuga Lake, Cornell
family and University history, silent movie stars, and other landmarks!
Tour lasts approximately 40 Minutes
Cost: $8 per person
8:00-10:00 ITHACA DRINKS: BAR CRAWL
Dinner wasn’t enough? Join Summit participates for an after-hours bar crawl around the hot
night spots in Downtown Ithaca.
Saturday, March 26
8:00-10:00 MORNING RECREATION ACTIVITIES
10:30-12:30 WLNY Discussion Groups and Regional YPO Strategy Sessions
Student Hackathon Ends – 12:30
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