2026 Organizational Networking Luncheon
Sunday, April 19, 2026, 2:00–5:00pm
The District Tap, 3720 East 82nd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240
Admission Fee:
Single admission: $35
Table Sponsorship: $600
2026 IPA Organizational Networking Luncheon
Theme: “Current State of Youth and Services of Youth Organizations in Indy”
Join the Indianapolis Professional Association (IPA) in Partnership with Let The Talk on April 19, 2026, for a dynamic and timely community-wide discussion focused on the challenges and opportunities facing our local youth—particularly Black and Brown youth.
While many youth organizations across Indianapolis are delivering impactful programs and positive outcomes, significant adversities remain. This engaging discussion by a diverse and powerful panel will explore what is currently being done—and what more is needed—to support and uplift our young people.
A diverse panel of respected civic and organizational leaders, along with youth voices, offering insight and solutions on this pressing topic will be presented.
PANELISTS:
Derricke Dennis- WISH-TV News Anchor/Reporter
Kendale Adams- Deputy Chief of IMPD Criminal Investigation Division
Dr. John Anderson- Founder and Principal of the Family Life Institute of Indiana LLC
Charles Garcia-Owner and President of C Garcia Associates
Judge Geoffrey Gaither-Presiding Judge, Marion County Family Court Division
Your generous support of our 2026 Spring Organizational Luncheon will benefit our 2026 Achievement Award honorees.
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Complete the registration form via the Eventbrite link below:
IPA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and any net proceeds generated from this event will be used solely for charitable purposes.
Online ticket sales will close on April 5, 2026.
After April 5, you may still reserve your seat by selecting the “Pay at Door – Reserve Seat” ticket option and submitting payment at the event.
PREVIOUS IPA EVENTS
2024 Organizational Networking Luncheon
Sunday, April 21, 1:00–5:00pm
The District Tap, 3720 East 82nd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240
Admission Fee:
Single admission $35
Table sponsorship $600
At this year's standing event, we will revisit and explore the current state of the much-concerned subject "Diversity in Education and Employment: Revisited and Revised" from both national and local perspectives.
We have already confirmed an informed and DIVERSE panel of established professionals to cover different aspects of this important and prevalent topic.
PANELISTS:
Kevin Brown, Richard S. Melvin Emeritus Professor, Indiana University School of Law
Mitchell Willoughby Professor, University of South Carolina School of Law
Doneisha Posey, Executive Vice President and General Counsel – Black Onyx Management
Robert Shegog, President and CEO – Recorder Media Group and Minority Business Review
Dr. Emetrude (Claire) Lewis, Director of Finance – Ivy Tech Community College
Photos from IPA's 2023 Fall Networking Event
IPA officers with distinguished panelists
Students and their mentor from the Kelley School of Business in Indianapolis
Spring 2023 Organizational Networking Luncheon
Sunday, April 16, 1:00–4:00pm
The MLK Center, 40 W. 40th St., Indianapolis, IN 46208
Admission Fees:
$30 per individual
$600 sponsorship table or $1500 corporate sponsorship
EXPLORING RACIAL EDUCATION GAPS IN LOCAL SCHOOLS WITH SUBSTANCE AND SOLUTIONS
OVERVIEW BY:
Kimberly Stewart-Brinston, Senior Associate Director, Office of Admissions, IU Bloomington
PANELISTS:
Earl L. Harris, Indiana State Representative, Chair of Indiana Black Legislative Caucus
Dr. Aleesia Johnson, Ed.D., Superintendent, Indianapolis Public School District
Clete Hassan Ladd, Innovator and Professor, University of Phoenix, College of Education
Gwendolyn J. Kelley, Education Researcher & Lead Editor, NAACP- Indiana Black Academic Excellence Plan/Black Student Achievement
Spring 2022 Networking Event
Entrepreneurs in 2022 & Beyond
Date and location:
Saturday April 30, 2022 at 10 AM
Interchurch Center 1100 W 42nd St., Indianapolis, IN
Speakers will provide a great wealth of information including but not limited to funding, digital marketing, and entrepreneurship trends. A meal is included in the admission cost of only $25 and proceeds to benefit High Achieving College-Bound High School Students.
Featured speakers:
Deborah Oatts, Nubian Construction
Emil Ekiyor, InnoPower, LLC
Gloria Crawford, Lake City Bank
Nicol Bradberry, Ivy Tech
Stacia Murphy, Indy Chamber
Stacey Walston, Indianapolis Urban League
Admission Fees:
$25 per individual in-person or $10 for hybrid live stream
$600 sponsorship table or $1000 corporate sponsorship
Tickets are available via Eventbrite.
For general health & safety guest are encouraged to follow protective steps and social distancing guidelines outlined by the CDC.
IPA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and any net proceeds generated from its April 30, 2022 Spring Networking Event will be used solely for charitable purposes.
