2026 Career Conversations: A Mentorship Brunch for Every Career Stage
In-Person event
Sunday, August 23, 2026
10:30 am -1:30 pm
Brunch at the
EAST BANK CLUB
500 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60654
Onsite Parking Available
Register By August 14th
About this Event:
Whether you're a medical student exploring your future, a resident preparing for practice, an early-career psychiatrist building your professional identity, or a seasoned physician looking to share your expertise and plan for what's next, this event is designed with you in mind.
Join IL colleagues from across the career spectrum for a relaxed and engaging morning of mentorship, networking, and professional development on a beautiful riverside terrace. Enjoy brunch on a beautiful Chicago River terrace while connecting with peers and experienced psychiatrists who can offer guidance, insights, and real-world perspectives.
What to Expect:
Panel Discussion: Navigating Your Professional Journey
Hear from a diverse panel of IPS members representing different career paths, practice settings, and stages of professional life. Panelists will share lessons learned, pivotal career decisions, challenges they've faced, and advice for building a fulfilling and sustainable career in psychiatry.
Small Roundtable Mentoring Sessions:
After the panel discussion, participants will have the opportunity to rotate through small-group discussions led by experienced physicians and subject matter experts. Choose the conversations most relevant to your goals and interests, including:
Resume and CV Review
Finding Your Path: Exploring Practice Settings
Fellowships and Subspecialty Training
Research and Academic Psychiatry
Advocacy and Leadership Opportunities
Retirement Readiness
These smaller interactive sessions are designed to encourage open dialogue, personalized advice, and valuable networking opportunities.
Why Attend?
Gain practical career guidance from experienced mentors
Explore diverse career pathways and opportunities
Build relationships across generations of psychiatrists
Share experiences and learn from colleagues at different stages of practice
Enjoy a scenic brunch in a relaxed, welcoming environment
Who Should Attend?
Medical students, residents, fellows, early-career psychiatrists, mid-career psychiatrists, late-career psychiatrists, and retired psychiatrists are all encouraged to participate. Mentorship is a lifelong journey, and every career stage offers opportunities to learn, grow, and give back.
Join us for a morning of connection, conversation, and community as we support one another through every stage of a career in psychiatry.
Questions? Contact Kristen Malloy at kmalloy@ilpsych.org.
This is event is sponsored in-part by:
