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SUMMARY:The Art of Peacemaking: From Office Peacekeeper to Strategic Conflict Navigator
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your natural peacemaking instincts from simply keeping things calm to becoming a skilled conflict navigator who transforms workplace tensions into opportunities for stronger relationships and better outcomes. \n  \nYou’ve always been the one people come to when things get heated\, the trusted voice who somehow knows how to smooth over disagreements and help colleagues find common ground. In this empowering session led by a professional mediator\, you’ll discover how to transform your intuitive peacekeeper tendencies into strategic peacemaking skills that create lasting resolution rather than temporary truces. You’ll learn practical techniques for navigating delicate situations between colleagues\, facilitating difficult conversations between executives and their teams\, and creating safe spaces where people feel heard and understood. This isn’t about avoiding conflict or keeping everyone happy\, it’s about developing the confidence and tools to guide others through challenging conversations toward genuine understanding and stronger working relationships. \n  \nLearning Outcomes:  \n\nApply professional mediation techniques to workplace conflicts while maintaining neutrality and building trust with all parties\nNavigate sensitive conversations between colleagues\, executives\, and direct reports using structured dialogue frameworks\nTransform your natural listening and empathy skills into strategic conflict resolution tools that address root causes\nCreate psychologically safe environments where difficult topics can be discussed constructively and relationships emerge stronger
URL:https://iaap-summit.org/event/peacemakers/
CATEGORIES:Education Sessions,Live Streamed to Virtual Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T093000
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SUMMARY:Strategic Planning in Action
DESCRIPTION:Transform from task executor to strategic supporter as you discover simple\, practical tools that connect your everyday responsibilities to organizational goals and position you as an invaluable planning partner. \n  \nStrategy isn’t restricted to executives—it’s happening every time you coordinate a project\, manage timelines\, or help your boss stay on track with their priorities. In this interactive session\, you’ll learn how administrative professionals serve as the vital link between big-picture vision and day-to-day execution. You’ll discover practical frameworks for clarifying goals so you know exactly where to focus your energy\, aligning your daily tasks with team priorities\, and tracking progress in ways that keep everyone moving toward success. Whether you’re scheduling strategic planning meetings\, managing project timelines\, or supporting leadership through complex initiatives\, you’ll walk away with simple tools that make the planning process less overwhelming and more effective. This isn’t about becoming a strategy consultant—it’s about recognizing that your role in organizing\, coordinating\, and communicating makes you an essential part of turning strategic vision into reality. \n  \nLearning Outcomes \n\nRecognize how core strategic planning elements (vision\, goals\, priorities\, actions\, measures) directly connect to your daily responsibilities\nApply simple frameworks and tools like goal trackers\, action steps\, and progress check-ins to align everyday tasks with organizational objectives\nSupport leaders and colleagues by strategically aligning routine responsibilities—scheduling\, communication\, and project follow-up—with business priorities\nContribute confidently to team discussions and planning activities by translating strategy into clear\, actionable next steps
URL:https://iaap-summit.org/event/strategic-planning-in-action/
CATEGORIES:Education Sessions,Live Streamed to Virtual Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T104500
DTSTAMP:20260415T003030
CREATED:20251111T100956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T033333Z
UID:10000061-1785231900-1785235500@iaap-summit.org
SUMMARY:Speak Their Language: Unlocking Your Communication Superpower
DESCRIPTION:Discover how mastering communication flexibility becomes your secret weapon for unlocking extraordinary success\, deeper satisfaction\, and stronger relationships—because the way you connect with others determines everything else that follows. \nWhat if the single most powerful skill you could develop isn’t technical expertise or industry knowledge\, but the ability to flex your communication style to meet others exactly where they are? In this transformative plenary session\, you’ll explore how communication serves as the foundation for every professional victory\, meaningful relationship\, and moment of personal satisfaction you experience. You’ll discover practical strategies for reading communication cues\, adapting your approach in real-time\, and creating connections that feel effortless to others but are actually the result of your intentional skill. Whether you’re presenting to executives who prefer data-driven brevity\, supporting colleagues who need detailed explanations\, or building rapport with clients who value personal connection\, you’ll learn how communication flexibility becomes your ultimate success multiplier. This isn’t about changing who you are—it’s about expanding your toolkit so you can show up authentically while speaking everyone’s language. \nLearning Outcomes \n\nIdentify different communication styles and preferences to adapt your approach for maximum connection and influence \nMaster the art of real-time style flexing without losing your authentic voice or core message \nLeverage communication as a strategic tool for building stronger relationships\, increasing job satisfaction\, and achieving professional goals \nTransform everyday interactions into opportunities for deeper connection and mutual understanding that drive measurable results 
URL:https://iaap-summit.org/event/speak-their-language-unlocking-your-communication-superpower/
CATEGORIES:Education Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T114500
DTSTAMP:20260415T003030
CREATED:20250906T194112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T033350Z
UID:10000007-1785236400-1785239100@iaap-summit.org
SUMMARY:Community Conversation: Shaping Our Profession's Future Together
DESCRIPTION:Join leaders from IAAP and IAAP Foundation for an energizing conversation about our shared vision for the administrative profession—where your voice matters\, your questions drive the dialogue\, and your involvement shapes the future we’re building together. \n  \nThis is your opportunity to be part of the conversation that’s redefining what it means to be an administrative professional today. Leaders from IAAP and IAAP Foundation will share how our organizations are leading the narrative around the value and essential nature of administrative work\, including advocacy efforts that are changing perceptions and innovative programs designed to elevate every admin professional. Most importantly\, this is your chance to ask questions\, share perspectives\, and discover meaningful ways to get involved in this movement. Your voice and passion are exactly what will fuel the next chapter of our profession’s evolution—and this conversation is where it all comes together.
URL:https://iaap-summit.org/event/community-conversation-with-iaap-leaders/
CATEGORIES:General Sessions,Live Streamed to Virtual Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003030
CREATED:20250906T200506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T102021Z
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SUMMARY:Awards and Leadership Celebration Luncheon
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URL:https://iaap-summit.org/event/luncheon-awards/
CATEGORIES:Engagement Events,Live Streamed to Virtual Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T151500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T032652Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Fluency for Every Admin
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the financial confidence that transforms you from expense tracker to strategic advisor as you master the money language that drives every business decision and positions you as an invaluable organizational resource. \n  \nWhether you’re managing budgets\, processing expense reports\, or sitting in meetings where numbers fly around the room\, financial fluency isn’t just helpful—it’s essential for administrative professionals who want to truly understand and influence their organization’s success. In this practical session\, you’ll demystify the financial concepts that touch nearly every aspect of your role\, from budgeting basics and cost tracking to forecasting and financial communication. Through real-world scenarios and interactive discussions\, you’ll discover how financial insight empowers you to ask better questions\, provide more valuable support\, and contribute meaningfully to strategic conversations. This isn’t about becoming an accountant—it’s about developing the financial confidence that allows you to see the bigger picture\, anticipate needs\, and position yourself as someone who truly understands how the business works and where your contributions create the most value. \n  \nLearning Outcomes \n\nMaster key financial concepts—budgeting\, cost tracking\, and forecasting—that apply across industries and enhance your strategic value\nDevelop confidence in interpreting and communicating financial information to support leaders\, teams\, and organizational decision-making\nIdentify practical opportunities to apply financial fluency in your daily responsibilities to add measurable organizational value\nTransform your perspective from task-focused to business-focused by understanding how financial insight elevates your professional impact
URL:https://iaap-summit.org/event/financial-fluency-for-every-admin/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Los Angeles LA LIVE\, 900 West Olympic Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, 90015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Sessions,Live Streamed to Virtual Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T151500
DTSTAMP:20260415T003030
CREATED:20250906T194525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T032720Z
UID:10000013-1785247200-1785251700@iaap-summit.org
SUMMARY:Getting Unstuck in Your Career (and Life!)
DESCRIPTION:Transform feeling trapped into forward momentum as you discover how to identify hidden growth opportunities\, shift limiting mindsets\, and find the courage to take meaningful action—even when the path ahead feels uncertain. \nThat nagging feeling that you’re stuck in the same routine\, facing the same challenges\, dreaming the same dreams without making progress? You’re not alone\, and more importantly\, you’re not actually stuck—you’re just ready for your next level of growth. In this energizing session\, you’ll explore what movement really looks like for administrative professionals\, from lateral moves that expand your skill set to upward transitions that leverage your unique strengths in new ways. You’ll learn how to reframe uncertainty from something scary into something exciting\, discover growth opportunities hiding in plain sight within your current role\, and develop the courage to take action even when you can’t see the entire staircase. This isn’t about dramatic career overhauls—it’s about recognizing that small\, intentional shifts in mindset and action create the momentum that transforms both your professional trajectory and personal fulfillment. \n  \nLearning Outcomes \n\nIdentify growth opportunities within your current role and organization that you may have overlooked or undervalued\nShift limiting beliefs about what’s possible for administrative professionals into empowering perspectives that fuel forward movement\nDevelop practical strategies for building courage and taking action in the face of uncertainty and ambiguity\nCreate a personalized roadmap for meaningful career movement that aligns with your values\, strengths\, and life goals
URL:https://iaap-summit.org/event/beyond-the-clock-managing-energy-to-truly-thrive/
CATEGORIES:Education Sessions,Live Streamed to Virtual Audience
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003030
CREATED:20250906T194417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T032858Z
UID:10000011-1785252600-1785256200@iaap-summit.org
SUMMARY:Peer & Pro Conversation: Career Growth for Admins
DESCRIPTION:A career development expert and a seasoned administrative professional join together for an honest\, inspiring conversation about what career growth really looks like for admins\, especially when it doesn’t involve changing jobs. \n  \nCareer growth for administrative professionals can take many forms\, and often the most meaningful advancement happens right where you are. In this engaging conversation\, a career development expert and an administrative professional who has navigated real challenges\, advocated for herself and the profession\, and carved her own path will share practical ways admins can grow without changing roles. \nTogether\, they’ll explore how to build new skills\, strengthen influence\, expand responsibilities\, partner more strategically with leaders\, and advocate for your value — even in environments where growth feels limited. With real stories\, professional insights\, and open Q&A\, this session gives you a clearer\, more empowered view of what’s possible for your career.
URL:https://iaap-summit.org/event/ed-talks-strategy-in-action-project-management-insights-for-admins/
CATEGORIES:Education Sessions,Live Streamed to Virtual Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T163000
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CREATED:20250906T194604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T033202Z
UID:10000014-1785252600-1785256200@iaap-summit.org
SUMMARY:Peer Panel: Managing Energy vs. Time
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow administrative professionals for an honest conversation about shifting from endless time management to intentional energy management—because showing up at your best isn’t about having more hours\, it’s about using your energy more strategically. \n  \nWe’ve all mastered the art of squeezing more into our schedules\, but what if the secret isn’t managing time better—it’s managing our energy smarter? In this candid peer panel\, you’ll hear from fellow professionals who’ve learned to work with their natural rhythms instead of against them. Through honest stories and practical insights\, panelists will share how they’ve shifted from chasing the clock to protecting their focus\, building in strategic recovery breaks\, and setting boundaries that actually stick. You’ll discover relatable strategies for staying resilient during those inevitable busy seasons\, maintaining motivation when energy dips\, and balancing personal well-being with professional demands without guilt or compromise. This isn’t about perfect systems or unrealistic standards—it’s about real admins sharing what actually works when life gets messy and deadlines pile up.
URL:https://iaap-summit.org/event/peer-panel-managing-energy-vs-time/
CATEGORIES:Education Sessions,Live Streamed to Virtual Audience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T173000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003030
CREATED:20250929T093735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T033739Z
UID:10000056-1785257100-1785259800@iaap-summit.org
SUMMARY:Industry Meet Up & Connection
DESCRIPTION:Connect with administrative professionals in your industry through networking circles led by an admin visionary. Share insights\, apply daily Summit learnings\, and reflect on how the profession shows up in your sector\, all included with your registration. \nProfession in Practice offers dedicated time to meet and collaborate with peers in your same industry. Guided by an admin visionary\, these circles focus on real-world conversation\, shared challenges\, and practical takeaways. \nEach day\, you’ll bring what you’ve learned at Summit into the discussion\, using new knowledge to spark deeper connection and collaboration. Sessions close with guided reflection\, helping you apply insights to your own role and career. \nLearning Objectives \n\nConnect with administrative professionals working in your industry.\nApply daily Summit learnings to strengthen collaboration.\nBuild meaningful peer-to-peer relationships.\nReflect on insights and translate them into practical strategies.
URL:https://iaap-summit.org/event/industry-meet-up-connection/
CATEGORIES:Experience Enhancements
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003030
CREATED:20250906T200613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T102119Z
UID:10000031-1785263400-1785276000@iaap-summit.org
SUMMARY:Summit Social
DESCRIPTION:*Additional Ticket Required \nTrade your schedule for a little sparkle—The Summit Social is your chance to wind down\, dress up (if you want!)\, and enjoy a relaxed\, joy-filled evening with your fellow attendees. \nJoin us for a delicious three-course dinner\, music\, dancing\, and space to connect beyond the sessions. There’s no stage\, no speeches\, and no formal program—just great food\, festive vibes\, and time to celebrate how far you’ve come. \nWhether you’re looking to make new friends\, savor the moment\, or simply have fun—you belong here. Deadline to purchase is July 9.
URL:https://iaap-summit.org/event/summit-social/
CATEGORIES:Engagement Events,Experience Enhancements
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