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2025 Next Gen Workshop Application

Apply now for IJO's 2nd annual Next Gen Workshop in Savannah, Georgia, January 18–20, 2025, at the JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District Hotel.

This workshop is designed for individuals who are in the process of taking over or are the decision makers in your business. This is NOT for entry level employees or employees with no future leadership position within your company. The program’s content is geared towards owners, future owners, and decision makers. IJO will be vetting all attendees to make sure they fit the target demographic. IJO will be building from last year’s event, participants from last year’s program are welcome.

Participation is limited to 40 IJO stores. The cost for the first attendee per store is FREE,  additional attendees or guest may attend for $500 per person. Education, food, beverages, and entertainment are all included! Transportation and hotel rooms are the attendee's responsibility. IJO has negotiated a great rate of $269/night. All hotel reservations MUST be booked through IJO as we have a room block. A registration form that includes hotel reservation info will be sent to accepted applicants.

We are very excited to have a group of incredible co–sponsors who will be joining us for this event. A special thanks to Edge Retail Academy, Ostbye, Pancis Gems/Rarest Rainbow, Parle, Quality Gold, The Edge, and Wilkerson!

All applicants will be vetted to ensure proper qualification. You will receive notification within five business days to confirm your spot for the workshop. DO NOT BOOK YOUR AIRFARE until you receive confirmation from IJO that you have been accepted.
Don't wait to get your applications in.

Please feel free to reach out to Stephen@ijo.com or Jennifer@ijo.com with any questions you may have.

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