PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT | WORKSHOP

Transform & Glow: Mastering the Art of Self-Healing

In the current, frenetic climate, self-care is more essential than ever, but few of us have the tool kit necessary to nurture ourselves. Stripped of her job and grappling with resurfaced traumas during the pandemic, Tara Schuster faced a reckoning that led to radical self-healing. Sharing her time-tested strategies, Tara will address the root causes of anxiety and how to navigate through trauma to move beyond feeling emotionally drained and directionless and find a purpose greater than yourself. This workshop offers access to the self-care superpowers needed to reclaim your authentic self and reignite your inner light. Prepare to be empowered and come ready to glow!

Speaker: Tara Schuster, best-selling Author, Former VP, Client Development, Comedy Central

Host: Kajal Gupta, Small Business Strategy & Initiatives Executive, Bank of America 

CAREER ADVANCEMENT | WORKSHOP

Next Move, Best Move: A Strategic Approach to Lasting Career Decisions 

Over the last several years, professionals have reprioritized what’s important to them and taken a different approach to their careers. Whether you are content at your current level, seeking advancement or looking to try something completely new, the process to figure out what’s right for you can be daunting. In this session, career expert Kimberly Brown will offer a framework to help you create a career strategy and determine what’s right for you short-and-long term. Learn how to regain control so you can take a strategic approach for making your next best move – even if that means you stay put.

Speaker: Kimberly Brown, Career and Leadership Expert and Author, Next, Move, Best Move: Transitioning into a Career You’ll Love

Host: Iva Morse, Head, Global Strategic Accounts & Services, US Country Speaker, the US Businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

Executive Spotlight: Melissa Nicholas, Global Diversity Recruiting, Oracle

CAREER | WORKSHOP

Fixed Flexibility: How to Negotiate What You Need to Stay

The workplace has evolved over the last several years, and employee priorities have shifted dramatically as well. Beyond compensation, professionals are placing tremendous value on flexibility, quality of life and career growth – and they are willing to walk away if their needs are not met. This session will offer negotiation strategies that leverage your skills and strengths to secure what you need to stay. Learn actionable steps that allow you to emerge in the strongest position possible.

Speaker: Meg Myers Morgan, PhD, Author & Executive Coach

Host: Madeyline Brown, VP, North America Channel Inside Sales, Dell Technologies & TX Conference for Women Board Member 

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT | WORKSHOP

Fair Play at Home: Creating Time for Your Personal & Professional Growth

In today’s fast-paced world, creating time for yourself is essential to living a fulfilling life and Eve Rodsky’s Fair Play Method offers a game-changing approach to creating that time. Join us as Rodsky applies a system to redistribute household responsibilities in a way that promotes equity, efficiency, and teamwork that will free up your mental space and time. Learn to set boundaries and discover strategies for effective communication and collaboration that will reduce stress and enable you to achieve your personal growth goals while maintaining a rich inner life.

Speaker: Eve Rodsky, New York Times best-selling Author & Creative Leadership Expert

Host: Iman Abbasi, CHRO, PLUME

Executive Spotlight:  Jean English, SVP, CMO, Juniper

LEADERSHIP | WORKSHOP

Navigating Age in a Multigenerational Workplace

There are five different generations of employees in the workforce and for the first time in history, grandparents and grandchildren may find themselves working side-by side in an office. This session will explore the importance of and the ways to harness an age-diverse workforce. After initial remarks from the thought-leader, a panel of professionals will share their experience around navigating age in a multigenerational workplace. Learn tips to bridge the divide, address generational conflict and biases, and create a culture of inclusion where age is celebrated and respected.

Speaker: Carolina Caro, Leadership & DEI Speaker, Coach, Consultant and Trainer

Host: Crysta Dungee, Head, US DEI, Takeda Pharmaceuticals 

Executive Spotlight: Evonne Delaney, CHRO, Yeti

JUSTICE, EQUITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING | WORKSHOP

Strengthening Social Connection, Community, And Collaboration… And Why It Matters

The need for connection is fundamentally human and underlies everything—our health, our motivation, our work, and our sense of who we are. And yet, we are in the middle of a loneliness epidemic and our communities are disconnected. In this session, Dr. Marisa Franco will share insights into the science of connection and why belonging makes individuals and communities more resilient. She will share skills and hands-on tips for initiating and maintaining collaboration, community, and friendship.

Speaker: Dr. Marisa Franco, Psychologist, Professor & New York Times best-selling Author, Platonic

Host: Stacey Furtado, Sr. Director, Internal Communications, Klaviyo

Executive Spotlight: Katie Mazuk, VP, Patient Experience & Customer Solutions, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

INTERACTIVE HALL FEATURES:

 

  • Learning Stage | brought to you by Google: Watch on-demand mini masterclasses featuring bite-sized actionable takeaways on leadership, career advancement, or personal development. All Learning Bursts are available through the on-demand period. Session listing here.

  • Bookstore | brought to you by Liberty Mutual: Purchase discounted books by Conference Authors, and watch featured author readings – recorded just for us!
  • Career Services: Sign up to meet with a career coach 1:1, meet with recruiters, and to have your resume reviewed. This is an incredible offering included in the price of your ticket. Sign up early – spots are limited and fill quickly!

  • Women-Owned Business Hub | brought to you by Bank of America: Explore and shop Women-Owned businesses from each of our four Conference markets.
  • Interactive Photo Mosaic | take a selfie and add your personality! Choose backgrounds, banners and icons to share with other attendees, and see the mosaic magic happen.
  • Also explore other Conference for Women curated booths designed to provide all of the content & insights that we have to offer – right at your digital fingertips!

Emcee: Celeste Headlee, Host, Women Amplified podcast, award-winning Journalist & Author, Speaking of Race

Introduction: Dr. Shanika Hope, Education for Social Impact Director, Google

Speaker: Kristen Kish, Chef & Partner, Arlo Grey, Host, Bravo’s Top Chef, Producer & Author

Introduction: Greg Meyers, Executive Vice President, Chief Digital & Technology Officer, Bristol Myers Squibb

Speaker: Margaret Atwood, two-time Booker Prize-winning Author of over 50 books, including The Handmaid’s Tale in conversation with Radhika Jones, Editor-in-Chief, Vanity Fair

Introduction: Yvette Hollingsworth Clark, EVP & Chief Compliance Officer, State Street Corporation

Speaker: America Ferrera, Emmy, Golden Globe & SAG award-winning Actress, Director, Producer in conversation with  Ellen McGirt, Editor-in-chief, Design Observer

Remarks: Krista Berger, SVP, Marketing, Barbie and Dolls

Emcee: Celeste Headlee, Host, Women Amplified podcast, award-winning Journalist & Author, Speaking of Race

Board Welcome: Tamara Fields, Austin Office Managing Director, South Market Unit COO, Accenture & Board President, TX Conference for Women,  Gloria Cordes Larson, Former President, Bentley University and Board President, MA Conference for Women, Leslie Stiles, Board President, PA Conference for Women, Hillary Weingast, VP, Deputy General Counsel & Head, Corporate Social Responsibility, Juniper Networks, Inc. and  Board President, CA Conference for Women

Introduction: Laysha Ward, Strategic Advisor, Target

Speaker: Michelle Zauner, Musician, Japanese Breakfast; Author, Crying in H Mart in conversation with Nora McInerny, best-selling Author, Creator & Host, Terrible Thanks for Asking and It’s Going to Be OK podcasts

Introduction:  Melanie Foley, EVP and Chief Purpose and DEI Officer and MA Conference for Women Board Member

Speaker: Carla Harris, Senior Client Advisor, Morgan Stanley

Enjoy complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Conference

Standard Lunch
Greens & Grains Bowl (with Chicken & Tzatziki)
Dessert: Raw Tiramisu or Lime-Mango Bar (vegan & gluten-free)

Alternate Lunch (Vegan & Gluten Free)
Greens & Grains Bowl
Dessert: Raw Tiramisu or Lime-Mango Bar (vegan & gluten-free)

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