Ignite Opportunity.
One day where students, young professionals, and Central New York’s industry leaders build the relationships that build careers — through real conversation, practical learning, and genuine connection.
Relationships, Not Recruiting
This isn’t a recruiting fair or a room full of business cards. It’s a relationship-first day built around how the industry actually works — and around the connections between students and the professionals shaping the region. Find yourself below and jump straight to what matters to you.
Expand your network, meet collaborators and clients, and reconnect with the people moving CNY real estate forward.
RegisterMeet professionals, explore career paths, and build the confidence and contacts a classroom can’t give you.
Student experienceA free, structured morning built specifically for you — with a plan that gets school groups back on time.
Student experienceBuild relationships with future talent and the regional industry through real engagement, not just signage.
Partner with usEvery Part of the Day Has a Purpose
Relationship-First
Designed for genuine connection between students and professionals — not passive attendance.
Real-World Insight
Keynotes, panels, and breakouts that show how business really works.
Access to Opportunity
Mentorship, shadowing, internships, and partnerships that start here and continue after.
Momentum Beyond the Day
The conference is a launch point — introductions and follow-ups keep going after November 13.
Unlock the Power of People
In times of challenge and change, success isn’t just about WHAT stands in front of us, it’s about WHO stands beside us. When we strengthen how we relate to one another, we transform motivation, direction, and build powerful units capable of fighting the same problems together.
In this interactive, humor-filled, and inspirational presentation, former Disney+ expert host and lifetime entrepreneur Arel breaks down how people can remove the awkwardness of connection and build the relationships that matter by using a repeatable framework that’s authentic and powerful.
- A new perspective on what connection really is and how to create it more effectively and efficiently with the people we meet
- A framework for getting what you want while helping others get what they want
- Renewed inspiration to tackle challenges with a united mindset
About Arel. Arel Moodie helps organizations Build People Power™, transforming how teams work and win together through a breakthrough approach to human development. A tech founder, bestselling author, and keynote speaker, he’s shown leaders from the White House to Fortune 500 companies how to turn workplace dynamics from constant friction into predictable excellence. He’s spoken to nearly one million people across 48 states and 5 countries.
Learn From the People Doing the Work
Brokers, developers, investors, property managers, and leaders from across Central New York — sharing how the business actually works. The 2026 lineup is coming together now, so stay tuned for announcements.
First speakers announced soon
Brokers, developers, investors, and property managers from across Central New York are confirming now. Announcements roll out on Instagram first — follow along, or put yourself in the room.
Follow @kenwoodconnectThe Opportunity Exchange
This is the session the day is named for. Students, young professionals, and organizations are mixed into teams for a hands-on career-and-organizations challenge — working a real scenario together, with prizes on the line.
No pitching, no pressure — just structured collaboration that turns strangers into contacts. It’s where the morning’s introductions become working relationships, and where many of the day’s best conversations start.
See where it fits in the full dayPartner With the Region’s Future
Sponsoring the conference isn’t about logo placement. It’s real engagement — a meaningful role in the day, access to emerging talent, and goodwill across the Central New York community. Every package is built around relationships, not signage.
Establish your presence before, during, and after the conference with year-round visibility while supporting the next generation of real estate professionals.
- Branding in the Conference Digital Program
- One (1) year website logo placement
- Social media highlight
- Company feature in the Resource Guide distributed to all attendees
- One (1) ballroom display table for marketing materials and brand promotions
- Recognition in a 3,000+ email campaign
- Branded promotional materials in attendee bags
- Two (2) General Admission tickets
- Complimentary parking
Maximize your organization’s visibility with premium branding opportunities throughout the conference while demonstrating your commitment to workforce and business development.
- Eight (8) additional General Admission tickets (10 total)
- One (1) Branded Ballroom Round Table
- Stage banner display
- Company highlight slide on the ballroom presentation
- Lunch sponsorship recognition
Your Branded Ballroom Round Table serves as your organization’s hub during the Opportunity Exchange — connecting you with students, emerging professionals, and industry leaders through conversations built to end in tangible outcomes.
Become a Gold SponsorBecome a premier partner of the conference with exclusive branding, leadership visibility, and a direct role in shaping one of the day’s most impactful experiences.
- Presented By naming rights
- Opportunity Exchange Session Key Partner
- Five (5) minute speaking opportunity during Opening Remarks
- Ten (10) additional General Admission tickets (20 total)
- Two (2) additional Branded Ballroom Round Tables (3 total)
- Keynote Speaker sponsorship
- Conference badge sponsorship
As the Opportunity Exchange Session Key Partner, you’ll collaborate directly with Kenwood to help shape and facilitate the conference’s signature workforce and business development experience.
Become a Platinum SponsorMore ways to partner
Focused sponsorships that fund specific parts of the day — each includes recognition on conference signage, website and social media recognition, branded materials in attendee bags, and one General Admission ticket.
Kenwood University of New York Campus Association, Inc. is recognized as a tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions made in connection with sponsorships may be deductible as charitable contributions to the extent permitted by applicable law. Any goods, services, or other benefits received by the sponsor may reduce the deductible amount. Sponsors are encouraged to consult their tax advisor regarding the deductibility of their contribution based on their individual circumstances.
A Day Designed Around Connection
Every block has a purpose — from the first cocktail-table conversation to the closing panel. High school groups follow a structured morning built around them (details in Students).
Morning 9:30 AM – 12:15 PM
Afternoon 12:15 – 4:00 PM
Your Career Starts With a Conversation
Kenwood exists to connect students with real opportunity, and this day is built for exactly that: a professional environment designed to help you meet people, explore paths, and build the confidence to walk up and say hello.
Choose your experience
A structured morning, built for you
Every part of the high school experience has a purpose — and school groups are planned around a 1:15 PM departure so students are back before the end of the day.
A structured morning with lunch included — and your group back to school on time.
Register — FreeThe full day, start to finish
Spend the day among professionals who were once exactly where you are. Meet potential mentors, explore career paths beyond the job description, and practice networking in a real professional setting. Your ticket covers:
- The opening keynote and all three breakout rounds
- Lunch alongside professionals and speakers
- The Opportunity Exchange — the team-based career challenge
- The closing keynote panel
One ticket covers the entire day — keynotes, breakouts, lunch, and the Opportunity Exchange.
Register — $25We Make Bringing a Group Easy
Admission is free, bagged lunches are provided, check-in is handled, and we’ll send a full logistics packet with arrival instructions and a day-of contact ahead of the event. We plan a 1:15 departure so your students are back to school on time.
Three Years and Growing
Where it started — the first room of students and professionals building relationships on purpose.
A bigger room and a wider reach — the day grew into a true regional gathering.
Year three — downtown Syracuse, Friday, November 13.
From SUNY Oswego in 2024, to Destiny USA in 2025, to The Oncenter in 2026 — the conference keeps growing, and the relationships it starts keep going.
See past highlightsBe Part of It
Friday, November 13, 2026 · The Oncenter, Syracuse. Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your willingness to connect.