The Sadie Collective Annual Conference – A Professional Development Opportunity
Posted in Undergrad Opportunities
Posted on 6/10/2025: We’re excited to share that The Sadie Collective Annual Conference Symposium will take place in person on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at The Urban Institute in Washington, D.C. This conference is a unique opportunity for students—interested in economics, data science, policy, and related fields—to engage with professionals, explore career pathways, and access meaningful mentorship and recruitment opportunities.
About the Conference:
Furthering the legacy of Dr. Sadie T.M. Alexander, The Sadie Collective is on a mission to open access to the next generation of leaders in economics and related fields. The Annual Conference, now in its 6th year, is an in-person event that brings together students, professionals, and recruiters to connect, learn, and grow.
Date: Thursday, July 17, 2025
Location: The Urban Institute, Washington, D.C.
Conference Highlights for Students:
Networking with like-minded peers and trailblazers in economics, policy, and related fields
Keynote Discussion with Dr. Daryl Fairweather, author of just-released ‘Hate the Game: Economic Cheat Codes for Life, Love, and Work’, together with David Wessel from the Brookings Institution
Research presentations from Sadie Collective community members
Interactive professional development workshop hosted by J-PAL
In-person access to recruiters from top organizations looking for rising talent
Reconnecting with community to build, recharge, and reimagine the future together
Confirmed Recruiters Include:
Bates White Economic Consulting
Brookings Institution
CornerStone Partners
Cornerstone Research
Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
RAND Corporation
Resources for the Future
Towson University Master’s in Analytics Program
The Urban Institute
& More!
This is a valuable opportunity for your students to gain exposure to career paths they may not otherwise encounter, while building skills and connections in a supportive and empowering environment. We would be grateful if you could share this opportunity with your students or relevant student groups.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. We hope to welcome your students to this inspiring and impactful event!
All the best,
Emily Gullickson
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Emily Gullickson (she/her)
Head of Programs and Strategy,The Sadie Collective
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www.sadiecollective.org