The YPCV Professional Development Lunch Seminars provide a dynamic opportunity to grow, learn, and connect with fellow young professionals. Join us each quarter as we explore key wellness topics designed to help you succeed both professionally and personally. Don’t miss this chance to invest in your well-being and connect with like-minded peers!

This Year's Theme: Failing Forward

March Speaker: Jeff Spaeth, President of Aerofin
 

Growth rarely happens in a straight line. The Failing Forward lunch series creates space for honest conversations between young professionals and CEO's, Presidents and Executive Leaders who have navigated setbacks, tough decisions, and unexpected pivots on their path to success.

At each session, an executive leader will share their personal career journey, highlighting the challenges they faced, the mistakes that taught them the most, and the lessons they wish they had learned earlier. These candid stories go beyond titles and accomplishments to focus on resilience, adaptability, and the real-world skills needed to move forward with confidence.

Attendees will gain practical takeaways they can apply immediately, from navigating workplace challenges and taking smart risks to reframing failure as a tool for growth. The format is conversational and interactive, with time for questions and discussion.

This series is designed for young professionals who want to grow faster, lead with greater self-awareness, and learn from those who have already walked the road.