Fast Track to the Industry

Where future professionals meet industry leaders for career insights, networking, and friendly competition on the track. Fast Track to the Industry Accelerate Your Career. Build Your Network. Where future professionals meet industry leaders. TICKET DETAILS: Please purchase the Full Experience ticket if you plan to participate in the go-kart racing and activities. If you prefer to attend only the panel discussion, dinner, and networking, please select the Dinner & Q&A Only ticket. Join the NKBA Eastern Carolinas Chapter for Fast Track to the Industry, an exciting evening designed to connect students with professionals from across the kitchen and bath industry. Hosted at Andretti Indoor Karting and Games Durham, this unique event combines career development, networking, and friendly competition in a fun, relaxed setting. The evening will feature an interactive Q&A panel with an manufacturer, designer, and contractor they'll share their career journeys, discuss the skills employers are looking for, and offer practical advice for launching a successful career in the industry. Whether you're interested in design, construction, sales, manufacturing, project management, or business development, you'll gain valuable insights from professionals with firsthand experience. Following the panel, continue the conversation while enjoying food,drinks, indoor go-kart racing, 7-D Experiance, arcade, and casual networking. Students will have the opportunity to make meaningful connections with industry professionals, while professionals can expand their network, connect with emerging talent, and help inspire the next generation of the industry. A few helpful reminders: • A waiver is required for each participating guest. • Guests under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian complete the waiver for them. • Waivers stay on file for one year, so returning guests may not need to complete a new one. • MUST WEAR CLOSE TOE SHOES Complete Waiver: https://aikg.co/ralwaiver What to Expect Interactive Q&A with industry professionals Networking with students and industry leaders Indoor go-kart racing 7D Experiance Arcade Food and beverage Career insights and real-world advice Who Should Attend? Students exploring careers in kitchen and bath, interior design, construction, or related fields Designers, contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, dealers, architects, builders, and other industry professionals interested in networking and supporting the future of the industry! Whether you're taking your first step into the industry or looking to build new professional relationships, Fast Track to the Industry is your opportunity to accelerate your career and expand your network.