The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting registrations for the Young Professionals Summit, which will take place Aug. 19 at the Colorado Mesa University Ballroom.

From keynote speakers to interactive breakout sessions, the event is designed to help young professionals build valuable skills, expand their networks and invest in their futures. This year’s theme is “Place. Purpose. Possibility.” It celebrates the connection between personal growth and community impact.

The day concludes with the BestSlope NextGen Awards, celebrating the young professionals whose leadership, innovation and commitment are making a lasting impact across our region.

To register, go online to gjchamber.org/ypsummit. Group rates are available for organizations that want to send a team of young professionals.

The summit runs from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and the BestSlope NextGen Awards take place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.