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Panel Discussion

Upskilling for the Future

What Happens When They Walk Out of the Room?

Sunday, April 26, 2026
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM CT
Location: HPCC, Room 310AB
CM: .75
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Advocacy doesn't end when the meeting does. What matters most is the story that's retold after you've left the room. This session will explore how to drive influence with decision makers, and ensure your advocacy has impact beyond the moment. Participants will learn strategies for framing, storytelling, and communicating the critical impact of planning, so your advocacy and influence continue working long after the conversation is over.
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Learning Objectives:

  • Identify how to frame messages for persuasion and use stories to influence decision-makers.
  • Learn to translate complex planning issues into compelling narratives that stakeholders will remember, repeat, and act on.
  • Develop actionable approaches to integrate storytelling into advocacy that drives outcomes and impact.