RISE West 2025 ꟾ Agenda

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Agenda

Whether you’re feeling uncertain about the future, seeking inspiration, or looking for a clear game plan, you’re not alone - and you won’t want to miss the conversations, connections, and strategies waiting for you at RISE West 2025. Our team is busy behind the scenes curating an agenda that addresses the most pressing challenges and opportunities in the industry. For now, take a look at the schedule and start making your travel plans!

New this Year: We are kicking things off with General Session on day one and ending before lunch on the final day to give you more travel flexibility. 


Monday - August 25, 2025

11:00 AM 7:00 PM

10:00 AM 6:00 PM

9:00 AM 5:00 PM

8:00 AM 4:00 PM

Information Desk Open

Stop by the Information Desk to check in for the event, pick up your conference badge, ask questions, and get all the details you need. The RISE team is here to help make your experience smooth and enjoyable! 

12:00 PM 6:00 PM

11:00 AM 5:00 PM

10:00 AM 4:00 PM

9:00 AM 3:00 PM

Workshop A: Full Day Workshop

Additional Registration Required (additional fee). Two refreshment breaks and lunch is included with Workshop A registration.  

12:30 PM 3:30 PM

11:30 AM 2:30 PM

10:30 AM 1:30 PM

9:30 AM 12:30 PM

Workshop B: Half Day Workshop

Additional Registration Required (additional fee). A refreshment break is included with Workshop B registration.  

12:30 PM 3:30 PM

11:30 AM 2:30 PM

10:30 AM 1:30 PM

9:30 AM 12:30 PM

Workshop C: Half Day Workshop

Additional Registration Required (additional fee). A refreshment break is included with Workshop C registration. 

3:30 PM 5:00 PM

2:30 PM 4:00 PM

1:30 PM 3:00 PM

12:30 PM 2:00 PM

Women's Leadership Luncheon

Additional Registration Required (free to attend). Lunch will be provided for registered attendees.  

5:00 PM 6:00 PM

4:00 PM 5:00 PM

3:00 PM 4:00 PM

2:00 PM 3:00 PM

Food Packing Event in Partnership with U.S. Hunger

Additional Registration Required – Free to attend. 

6:00 PM 6:15 PM

5:00 PM 5:15 PM

4:00 PM 4:15 PM

3:00 PM 3:15 PM

Networking Break for All Attendees

6:15 PM 6:30 PM

5:15 PM 5:30 PM

4:15 PM 4:30 PM

3:15 PM 3:30 PM

Opening Remarks

6:30 PM 7:20 PM

5:30 PM 6:20 PM

4:30 PM 5:20 PM

3:30 PM 4:20 PM

General Session

7:20 PM 8:10 PM

6:20 PM 7:10 PM

5:20 PM 6:10 PM

4:20 PM 5:10 PM

General Session

8:10 PM 8:15 PM

7:10 PM 7:15 PM

6:10 PM 6:15 PM

5:10 PM 5:15 PM

Closing Remarks

8:15 PM 9:30 PM

7:15 PM 8:30 PM

6:15 PM 7:30 PM

5:15 PM 6:30 PM

Exhibit Hall Opening & Welcome Cocktail Reception

Join us for drinks, hors d'oeuvres, lively networking, and fun in the Exhibit Hall to kick off RISE West!