Hilton Albany, 40 Lodge St., Albany, NY 12207

Conference parking is a discounted $10 per day in the hotel’s garage. Bring your garage ticket to the front desk to receive discount.

For all other parking including metered street parking and parking garages, check out https://www.downtownalbany.org/parking

Check-In Process
When you arrive, you will check in at our Registration table located one floor down from the Lobby (Banquet Level – B) in the East Gallery. You will receive your name badge, lanyard, and brochure.

Vendor Area (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday)

Check out the amazing vendors located one floor down from the Lobby (Banquet Level – B) in the East and West Gallery.

Training Certificates
At the end of each session you will 5 minutes to submit a survey and enter your information to receive your training certificate. This will also allow us to track attendance. To streamline the process, QR codes will be posted around the room. Please scan the QR code and complete the survey. Your certificate will be delivered via email within 5 business days after the session. Each session has a room monitor available to assist or see a Network staff person at the Registration table for anyone needing QR code assistance. A small amount of paper copies will be on hand for anyone unable to submit digitally.

Raffles (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday)
You will receive a raffle ticket in your name badge. Check out the raffle table and place your ticket in the prize of your choice. This year there will be raffle prizes on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Plus we’re selling tickets for additional chances to win. Raffle prizes will be drawn and winners posted between sessions 2 and 3. Winner must be present and pick up prize by end of the day. Prizes will not be shipped or sent home with another person.

Reminders

• Dress code is Business Casual.
• Lunch is included with purchased conference ticket on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
• Looking for more to do in the Capital Region? Keep scrolling for Staff Favorites and things to do below.
• Presenters have been asked to share presentation materials at least one week prior to the conference. Check out the materials here.
• We aim to make your experience as inclusive as possible. Check out our Conference Accessibility and Accommodations information here.

Social Media

Share your experience on social media! Use the following hashtags too!

Facebook – NetworkforYouthSuccess

Instagram – nysnetworkforyouthsuccess

Twitter – NYSYouthSuccess

LinkedIn – New York State Network For Youth Success

Agenda & Full Schedule Information

See the hotel map of conference rooms, full schedule, all speakers and all sessions here. Please take note of sessions requiring a laptop for full participation experience.

Daily Agenda is located here.

WiFi Access Information

• WiFi will be available within the venue and the access password will be shared onsite.

Questions / Contact
Should you have any questions, please contact:

Erin Broderick, erin@networkforyouthsuccess.org or 518-694-0660

Cara Sherwood, cara@networkforyouthsuccess.org or 518-694-0660 ext. 702

We’re truly looking forward to seeing you soon and can’t thank you enough for being a part of Empower Youth Success!

Here’s your guide for what to do in the Capital Region during Empower Youth Success 2025.

 All Staff Favorite – The City Beer Hall, 42 Howard St., Albany, NY 12207

 Kelly’s Favorite Ramen – Tanpopo Ramen, 893 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207

 Cara’s Favorite Crepes – The Skinny Pancake Albany, 1 Steuben St., Albany, NY 12207

 Timothy’s Favorite Used Record Store – Last Vestige Music Shop, 173 Quail St., Albany, NY 12203

 Erin’s Favorite Mac N Cheese – Druthers Brewing Company, 1053 Broadway, Albany, NY 12204

 Alysha’s Favorite Morning Treat – Cider Belly Doughnuts, 53 Fuller Rd., Albany, NY 12205 (also served at a number of establishments across Albany!)

 Gabby’s Favorite Falafel – Mamoun’s Falafel Restaurant, 206 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12210

  Lea’s Favorite Museum – New York State Museum, 222 Madison Ave., Albany, NY 12230

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