LEARNING STAGE | CAREER SESSION
The Four Interview Styles: Are you a Charmer, Challenger, Examiner or Harmonizer?
You aren’t bad at job interviews; you were just never taught. Did you know that 90% of people are NEVER trained to interview. At its core, a job interview is a set of questions about you. If you don’t know yourself, you won’t succeed. And it’s the same for hiring managers – knowing yourself, your biases and your preferences will help you hire better. Join Anna Papalia, author of Interviewology: The New Science of Interviewing and career influencer with over 4 million followers, as she shares the 4 interview styles. Anna goes beyond generic advice and offers insight on how each style influences how you view and approach interviews, and ultimately how you perform in them.
Anna Papalia, Author, Influencer & Keynote Speaker, Interviewology
Regional Meet-Up Networking
OPEN ALL DAY 3/5 @ 9:00am – 6:00pm ET
This “walk & talk” experience is a brand new offering. Using an interactive room, you can place yourself over different chat bubbles to discuss various topics with others from your home conference. OR – find a new community wherever you are.
LEARNING STAGE | WELLNESS SESSION
Women as Investors: Dismantling the Myths
By 2030, women will control nearly 40%—over $30 trillion—of U.S. investable assets. Yet, persistent myths continue to discourage women from stepping into their power as investors. This session dismantles those myths and highlights the strengths women bring to investing, from measured confidence to risk awareness and emotional regulation. Discover how these qualities empower women to achieve exceptional investment results and redefine success in finance. Join us to reframe investing as a means of freedom that unlocks women’s full potential as financial leaders.
Speaker: Ramona Persaud, Portfolio Manager, Fidelity Investments
Small Group Video Networking
5:00pm – 5:45pm ET
Led by an expert moderator from the International Coaching Federation, these sessions are an opportunity to dive into topics that are important to you. Simply choose your preferred topic/ industry, and join up to 30 other attendees on video. You’ll be guided through a series of prompts where everyone has the chance to share and walk away with new insights, perspectives and peer connections.
End of Day Meet-Up
5:00pm – 5:45pm ET
This “walk & talk” experience provides a more self-guided opportunity to discuss learnings from the day. When you enter this session, you will be represented by your initials or your video inside the environment. You simply move yourself around the space to chat with others about the breakout sessions, keynotes, or learning bursts. Or just head into the Networking Lounge for general networking.
Celeste Headlee, Host, Women Amplified podcast, award-winning Journalist & Author, Speaking of Race
Robin Arzón, VP, Fitness Programming & Head Instructor, Peloton, 2x New York Times best-selling Author, GMA Correspondent & Founder, Swagger Society
Celeste Warren, VP, Global Diversity and Inclusion Center of Excellence, Merck
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Actor, Producer, Host & Activist
in Conversation with Ellen McGirt, Editor-in-Chief, Design Observer
Kiera Fernandez, Executive Vice President and Chief Community Impact and Equity Officer, Target
Oprah Winfrey, Global Media Leader
in Conversation with Gayle King, Co-host, CBS Mornings, Editor-at-Large, Oprah Daily
Celeste Headlee, Host, Women Amplified podcast, award-winning Journalist & Author, Speaking of Race
National Board Member Remarks:
- Renee Connolly, Chief DEI Officer & Head, Engagement, Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany & Board President, MA CFW
- Tamara Fields, US Public Service Industry Lead, Accenture & Board President, TX CFW
- Leslie Stiles, Board President, PA CFW
- Hillary Weingast, VP, Deputy General Counsel & Head, Corporate Social Responsibility, Juniper Networks & Board President, CA CFW
Sujata Kosalge, VP Engineering, Google
Padma Lakshmi, New York Times best-selling Author and Emmy Nominated Television Host
in Conversation with Michal Lev-Ram, Journalist & Contributing Writer, Fortune
Gloria Steinem, Writer, Activist & Feminist Organizer
in Conversation with Lisa Ling, Award-Winning Journalist and Producer
Sara Blakely, Founder of Spanx
in Conversation with Lulu Garcia-Navarro, Host of The Interview at The New York Times Magazine
Celeste Headlee, Host, Women Amplified podcast, award-winning Journalist & Author, Speaking of Race
Nedra Glover Tawwab, Therapist, New York Times best-selling Author and Relationship Expert
Kem Danner, Executive Vice President & Chief Talent Officer, State Street Corporation
Isabel Allende, Author, social activist, and feminist icon
in Conversation with Mandalit del Barco, NPR Arts Correspondent
Cate Stevenson, SVP and Managing Director, Global Office of Purpose & Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Liberty Mutual
Caitlin Clark, Professional Basketball Player
in Conversation with Robin Roberts, Co-Anchor, Good Morning America & President, Rock’n Robin Productions
LEARNING STAGE | CAREER SESSION
Powering Forward the Power Middle
If you’re part of the 80% of the workforce known as the Power Middle, you play a vital role in driving impact and shaping the future of your career—regardless of your title. In this session, you’ll uncover strategies to build influence across your organization by connecting with leaders, peers, and stakeholders. Learn how to reframe the narrative around ambition and growth, and discover purpose and fulfillment in your work. Remember, you hold the compass—this session will empower you to define success on your terms and continue to navigate your unique path forward.
Speaker: Cate Luzio, Founder & CEO, Luminary
LEARNING STAGE | CAREER SESSION
The Neuroscience of Leadership—A Recipe for Longevity
In this session, Dr. Yaro Fong-Olivares delves into the brain science behind leadership, offering insights into how neuroscience shapes decision-making, learning, energy, and leadership styles. Through thoughtful storytelling and science-backed data, attendees will gain strategies to prevent burnout and enhance leadership stamina. This talk will empower leaders with tools and brain-based practices that increase energy at work and home and ensure they remain resilient and effective over the long term.
Speaker: Dr. Yaro Fong-Olivares, Executive Director, Gloria Cordes Larson Center for Women and Business, Bentley University
LEARNING STAGE | WELLNESS SESSION
The Art and Emotion of Negotiating for Women
Take the stress out of negotiation with this quick-hit session. Start by focusing on your big career goals, get crystal clear on what you’re negotiating for, and tackle the what, how, and who with ease. Plus, learn how building strong relationships can give you the edge. Walk away with smart, practical tips to nail your next negotiation with confidence!
Speaker: Xiomara Arroyo, SVP, Market Manager, PNC Bank
