Emerging Leaders Professional Development Workshop Series

The Skills No One Teaches — But Every Professional Needs

Join us for an interactive professional development workshop designed to help emerging professionals strengthen the skills, confidence, and mindset needed to succeed in today's workplace.

Event Details

📅 Date: August 12, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Triangle East Chamber of Commerce
1115 Outlet Center Drive, Smithfield, NC 27577

⚠️ Registration Deadline: July 30, 2026

Is This Workshop for You?

Have you ever wondered:

• How do I confidently handle performance conversations?
• How do I build credibility in the workplace?
• How do I network in a way that leads to real opportunities?

These are the professional skills that often determine career advancement but are rarely taught on the job.

Participants will gain practical strategies they can immediately apply to improve communication, professional presence, and career growth.

What This Workshop Focuses On

This workshop series centers around three essential areas of professional success:

1. Workplace Communication

• Navigating performance conversations and feedback

2. Professionalism & Presence

• Understanding modern expectations of professionalism
• Building a strong workplace presence

3. Relationship Building & Networking

• Developing meaningful professional relationships
• Networking effectively for career advancement

Each session is practical, engaging, and designed for real-world workplace situations.

Who Should Attend?

This workshop is ideal for:

✅ Emerging professionals
✅ Early-career employees
✅ Recent graduates
✅ New supervisors and team leaders
✅ Individuals seeking career growth or advancement
✅ Anyone looking to strengthen their professional presence

What Participants Will Gain

Participants will leave with:

• Greater confidence in professional conversations
• Stronger workplace communication skills
• A clearer understanding of professional expectations
• Improved ability to build workplace relationships
• Strategies to support long-term career growth

About the Facilitator

Melissa Fields, MBA

Melissa Fields is a Human Resources and Operations Leader and College Professor who is passionate about helping individuals develop the skills no one teaches but every professional needs.

With extensive experience in leadership development, talent management, employee engagement, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness, she has dedicated her career to helping employees and leaders grow, perform, and advance.

Bonus Networking Opportunity

🤝 Stay after the workshop for a networking event beginning at 4:00 PM.

Reserve Your Spot Today!

Space is limited. Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow while investing in your professional future.

Hosted by MD Fields Consulting and the Triangle East Chamber of Commerce.