Event Overview
Many professionals want to grow in their careers but lack a clear plan or the confidence to take ownership of their development. Career growth conversations are often unstructured, avoided, or dependent on leadership direction rather than individual initiative.
Without a proactive approach, employees may feel stuck, overlooked, or disengaged—leading to missed opportunities for advancement and reduced job satisfaction. Organizations also lose out on developing talent effectively, which can impact performance, retention, and long-term capability.
This session equips participants with practical tools to take ownership of their professional development and confidently engage in career growth conversations. It focuses on building intentional development plans, identifying skill gaps, and preparing for meaningful discussions with leaders that lead to real outcomes.
Participants will be able to assess their current skills, identify areas for growth, and initiate productive career conversations with their managers. They will leave with a clearer path forward—whether advancing in their role or deepening expertise—along with the tools to follow through on their development goals.
Who Should Attend
- Professionals seeking to grow or advance in their careers
- Employees looking to expand skills within their current role
- Individuals preparing for career development conversations with leadership
- High-potential employees and emerging leaders
- Anyone interested in taking a more proactive approach to professional growth
What You Will Gain
- A clear understanding of how to take ownership of your career development
- Practical strategies for preparing and leading career growth conversations
- Insight into identifying skill gaps and building a focused learning plan
- Tools to overcome common barriers to professional development
- Confidence in positioning yourself for advancement or growth within your current role
- A more intentional approach to achieving career goals
Attendees will receive 2 Professional Development Hours (PDH) upon completion.
Meet the Instructor
Cindy Anderson
Chief Operating Officer, SGA Natural Gas Association
Cindy Anderson serves as the Chief Operating Officer of SGA Natural Gas Association (SGA), where she oversees the organization’s daily operations and leads its team. Since joining SGA in early 2019, Cindy has contributed in various roles, bringing her wealth of experience to the energy industry.
Before transitioning to SGA, Cindy dedicated 20 years to public service as a county official for Denton County, Texas. Elected as the youngest county clerk in the state, she served one of the nation’s largest counties, gaining extensive leadership experience. Her contributions extended beyond the county, with active roles in both state associations and the National Association of Counties.
Following her tenure in local government, Cindy pursued leadership development, training, and coaching, working with leaders across municipal and the energy sectors. This path ultimately led her to SGA, where she fosters connections and continues to support our industry. Commenting on her journey, Cindy shares, “Working with leaders in both transmission and distribution companies solidified my deep fondness for the people we serve at SGA, and the people are what we really are about.”
Outside of work, Cindy enjoys quality time with her family, caring for her beloved pets, and hosting gatherings for friends.
