Young Professionals Summit 2026
Organized by American Water Works Association
The WEF/AWWA Young Professionals (YP) Summit is the premier water and wastewater industry workshop for young professionals, fostering leadership skills and industry knowl...
- Dates
- Mar 22-24, 2026
- Location
- Charlotte, NC
- Deadline
- Feb 20, 2026
- Attendees
- 400
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About this conference
The WEF/AWWA Young Professionals (YP) Summit is the premier water and wastewater industry workshop for young professionals, fostering leadership skills and industry knowledge. This standalone conference provides a full day of interactive presentations, workshops, and networking opportunities. It is designed to help emerging leaders and students explore their role in the water sector, discuss how to best serve the water sector at large, and navigate evolving challenges and opportunities. The summit emphasizes foundational professional skills, impactful communication techniques, and principles for strengthening culture, collaboration, resilience, and belonging within the water industry.
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The annual Young Professionals Summit offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect directly with the next generation of water leaders, conveying thought leadership and industry foresight. Sponsorship information is available, and interested parties are encouraged to contact the designated representative.
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