BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Women Business Collaborative - ECPv6.14.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Women Business Collaborative REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240208T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240208T130000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240205T204141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T232226Z UID:26066-1707393600-1707397200@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Enabling Women on the Front Line to Thrive DESCRIPTION:Enabling Women on the Front Line to Thrive \nJoin #WBCFasterTogether livestream with Kimberly Lee Minor\, CEO of Women of Color Retail Alliance and Leela Wilson\, Chief Revenue Officer at Catalyst \n\n Register Here URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/enabling-women-on-the-front-line-to-thrive/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/1706909520494.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240215T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240215T130000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240208T234115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T195053Z UID:26180-1707998400-1708002000@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:#WBCFasterTogether LinkedIn Live DESCRIPTION:WBC Board member\, entrepreneur and veteran nonprofit leader Pat Shea joins Linda Peek Schacht to explore Pat’s new venture and wellness practice Being Giveful.\n \nSpeaker:\n\n\nPat Shea\, WBC Board Member and Partner\, Shea Advisory Services\n\nModerator: Linda Peek Schacht\, Author and Executive Coach\n\n\n  \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/are-you-being-giveful-wbcfastertogether-linkedin-live/ LOCATION:Live on WBC’s LinkedIn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/0215.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240222T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240222T130000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240207T211321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T201314Z UID:26165-1708603200-1708606800@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Allyship for Black Women in the Workplace DESCRIPTION:Join us for LinkedIn Live to discuss “Allyship for Black Women in the Workplace” with Sandra Quince\, CEO\, Paradigm for Parity and Brittany Cole\, CEO\, Career Thrivers. Hosted by Gwen Young\, CEO\, Women Business Collaborative.\n\nJoin us on LinkedIn every week! URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/allyship-for-black-women-in-the-workplace/ LOCATION:Live on WBC’s LinkedIn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Allyship-for-Black-Women-in-the-Workplace-222.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240222T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240222T163000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240206T011403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T231047Z UID:26081-1708614000-1708619400@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Igniting Inclusion: Belonging In The Workplace DESCRIPTION:The WBC Insurance Affinity Group will collectively discuss key issues being experienced today and explore proven strategies and tactics to help you turn words into action to deliver an immediate impact in insurance. This workshop series will include “Ted Style” Talks\, a Fireside Chat\, and an Interactive Breakout Session. \nThe Igniting Inclusion: Sparking Action Workshop Series is brought to you by: WBC and USAA in collaboration with Munich Re. URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/igniting-inclusion-belonging-in-the-workplace/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Igniting-Inclusion-Event-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240228T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240228T173000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240206T230907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T005717Z UID:26093-1709128800-1709141400@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Women Leading the Way – Houston DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to invite you to an exclusive event celebrating Women Leading the Way Houston. Get ready for an inspiring gathering where we’ll spotlight exceptional speakers from Cole Chemical\, DuPont\, Conoco Phillips\, Harris County Sports Authority\, Houston Dynamo & Dash\, and Houston Rockets. \n\n Register Here URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/women-leading-the-way-houston/ LOCATION:United Way Greater\, 50 Waugh Dr.\, Houston\, TX\, 77007\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Presentation.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240229T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240229T130000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240207T211454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T200903Z UID:26167-1709208000-1709211600@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Building the Pipeline: Women of Color in Leadership DESCRIPTION:Join us this Thursday for hashtag#WBCFasterTogether livestream! 🌟 We’re diving into ‘Building the Pipeline: Women of Color in Leadership’ with incredible speakers: Myla Skinner\, CEO of C200\, and Kalyn Romaine\, Organizational Psychologist & Executive Coach. Don’t miss out on this empowering discussion! Tune in via YouTube\, LinkedIn\, Facebook\, or X channels. Let’s accelerate change together! \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/building-the-pipeline-women-of-color-in-leadership/ LOCATION:Live on WBC’s LinkedIn END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240307T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240307T170000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240205T211023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T205352Z UID:26075-1709803800-1709830800@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Insights from Women Business Leaders on International Women's Day DESCRIPTION:Register Here \n \nJoin Women Business Collaborative at our International Women’s Day Celebration and hear more about the leadership and innovations of the WBC community.  The full day of programming will focus on promoting women’s leadership and explore topics such as AI and Technology\, women on boards\, women of color leadership\, and women in the workforce.  And join us for a reception at the end of the day to build meaningful connections with fellow attendees and celebrate the critical role women play in leadership. \nThe Agenda\n9:30 AM Arrival and Registration \n\n10:00 AM Opening Remarks \n\nGerri Mason Hall\, WBC Board Director & Principal\, The P3 Team\nGwen K. Young\, CEO\, Women Business Collaborative\n\n\n10:05 AM Driving Inclusion: Women’s Leadership in Artificial Intelligence  \nAs artificial intelligence continues to impact leaders and organizations\, it’s important that inclusion and equity are considered in every facet of decision-making.  And it is critical that women play a deep role in making decisions that shape the future of artificial intelligence in companies and in business. Join our speakers to learn more about how businesses are innovating to meet the benefits and challenges of artificial intelligence while ensuring women’s voices have a seat at the table. \n\nMona Nafde\, Executive Director\, IT & Data Governance\, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals\nAneisa Simon\, HR Director\, Leadership Development & Inclusion\, IBM Infrastructure\, Research\nShayla Treadwell\, Ph.D.\, Vice President of Governance\, Risk and Compliance\, ECS\nModerated by Gwen K. Young\, CEO\, Women Business Collaborative\n\n\n11:05 AM Women in the Boardroom: Increasing Representation in Board Leadership \nEnsuring women of all identities are represented in board positions is critical to corporate success. Companies with women in leadership are known to grow faster\, generate more revenue\, and achieve higher stock prices. They also tend to have a more diverse employee base which contributes to a happier workforce\, further benefiting the bottom line. Join our speakers to discuss the current state of women in board positions and how companies are and should be building representation on their boards. \n\nAnne Alonzo\, Principal\, Alonzo Advisory LLC\nFelicity Hassan\, WBC Secretary\, Founder and Executive Talent Consultant\, TheFind\nJulie Zuraw\, CEO\, The Thirty Percent Coalition\nModerated by: Tara Giunta\, Partner\, Global Co-Chair\, ESG & Sustainable Finance\, Paul Hastings\n\n\n12:45 AM Building the Pipeline: Engaging the Next Generation of Leaders \nBy 2030 the U.S. will face a deficit of over 6M skilled workers. If companies do not have strategies in place to retain and develop women in the workforce\, women will continue to exit the workforce at alarming rates. Join our panel to learn more about how businesses can work to better retain women and develop them for future leadership roles through leadership development\, sponsorship\, allyship\, and inclusive organizational cultures. \n\nDr. Debra Clary\, Founder & CEO\, Elavescent\nDina Fifadra\, Director\, Amazon Business\nLaine Gandy\, Director\, Adecco Group US Foundation\nGemma Toner\, Founder & CEO\, TONE Networks\nModerated by: Gwen K. Young\, CEO\, Women Business Collaborative\n\n\n1:30 PM Break \n\n1:45 PM Elevating Women of Color in Leadership \n Despite bringing substantial value to businesses and teams\, women of color remain vastly under-represented in positions of leadership and often have to navigate increased barriers to access critical development resources and move through the leadership pipeline. As organizations work to create inclusive cultures\, it is critical that they recognize the unique multitude of lived experiences for women of color across racial identities.  In this panel\, speakers will discuss how companies can elevate more women of color into positions of leadership. \n\nNabeeha Kazi Hutchins\, President & CEO\, Population Action International (PAI)\nGail M. Johnson\, Independent Board Director\, EFI\nKimberly Lee Minor\, CEO\, Women of Color Retail Alliance\nAnna Mok\, Co-Founder\, President & Chairman of the Board\, Ascend Leadership\nModerated by: Esther Aguilera\, Senior Advisor\, Altura Capital & ALPFA\, Inc.\n\n\n2:30 PM Integrating Corporate Purpose \nIt’s more critical than ever that companies are crystal clear about their core reason for being and their impact on the world.  Integrating purpose into a company’s brand\, community investment and talent practices can help businesses create a clear roadmap for effective change. At the same time\, being intentional in communicating a company’s purpose creates an inclusive culture that aligns the values of the company with the sense of purpose for its employees. Join our speakers to hear more about how organizations are transforming their policies and practices to achieve their purpose. \n\nMelyn Campbell\, Chairman of the Board\, FINMO\, LLC\nKimber Maderazzo\, Board Director\, MadBeauty LLC\nMargaret Resce Milkint\, Global Insurance Practice Leader\, Diversified Search Group\nRachel Talton\, CEO\, Synergy\nModerated by: Sharon Reynolds\, CEO\, DevMar Products LLC\n\n\n3:15 PM Closing Remarks \n\nEdie Fraser\, WBC Chair of Board\nFelicity Hassan\, WBC Board Secretary & Founder and Executive Talent Consultant\, TheFind\nMichael Norris\, WBC Board Chair Development Committee & CEO\, Urban Legacies\nGwen K. Young\, CEO\, Women Business Collaborative\n\n\n3:30 PM International Women’s Day Reception Begins \n\n5:00 PM Reception Ends \n\n Register Here URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/insights-from-women-business-leaders-on-international-womens-day/ LOCATION:Paul Hastings\, 2050 M St NW\, Washington DC\, DC\, 20036\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/International-Womens-Day-2024_1500x800_1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240313T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240313T180000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240206T220851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T214116Z UID:26092-1710345600-1710352800@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:WBC/UBS Cocktails and Conversations DESCRIPTION:Register Here \n \nJoin Women Business Collaborative and UBS for cocktails\, conversations and a fireside chat on women founders and funders and women leaders managing capital. \nThe fireside chat will feature Bianca Benedetti-Fang\, Executive Director\, Business Owner Segment Field Engagement Manager at UBS and Caitlin Iseler\, Practice Leader\, Software Technology at Diversified Search Group\, moderated by Gwen K. Young\, CEO of Women Business Collaborative. \nSpeakers\n\nGwen K. Young\nCEO\, WBC\nBiance Benedetti-Fang\nExecutive Director\, Business Owner Segment\, UBS\nCaitlin Iseler\nPractice Leader\, Software Technology\, Diversified Search\n\nAbout the Event\nPlease note that the views presented by third party speakers are their own views and may not necessarily be the same as those of UBS Group AG and its affiliates. UBS does not attest to the accuracy and completeness of any information or associated materials provided by them. UBS makes no recommendation in relation to them or their services. \nThis event is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as investment advice or the basis for making any investment decisions. The views and opinions expressed may not be officially those of UBS Financial Services Inc. and the firm does not verify nor guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information presented. \nDo not attend this event if you have any of the following: Symptoms of COVID-19 (which may include cough\, shortness of breath\, chills\, muscle pain\, headache\, sore throat\, loss of taste or smell\, nausea or vomiting\, diarrhea\, congestion or runny nose not related to allergies). Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit (F) or higher. Pending viral test for COVID infection due to symptoms. Diagnosis of COVID infection in the prior 10 days. Close contact to someone with COVID during the prior 14 days. \nImportant information about brokerage and advisory services. As a firm providing wealth management services to clients\, UBS Financial Services Inc. offers investment advisory services in its capacity as an SEC-registered investment adviser and brokerage services in its capacity as an SEC-registered broker-dealer. Investment advisory services and brokerage services are separate and distinct\, differ in material ways and are governed by different laws and separate arrangements. It is important that you understand the ways in which we conduct business and that you carefully read the agreements and disclosures that we provide about the products or services we offer. For more information\, please review client relationship summary provided at ubs.com/relationshipsummary. \n© UBS 2023. All rights reserved. UBS Financial Services Inc. is a subsidiary of UBS Group AG. Member FINRA/SIPC. [Women Business Collaborative and UBS Financial Services Inc. are not affiliated.] \n\n Register Here URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/wbc-ubs-cocktails-and-conversations/ LOCATION:Commerce Square\, 2001 Market St\, Philadelphia\, 19103\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/UBS_WBC-Philly-Event-Graphic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240321T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240321T130000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240318T193550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T193639Z UID:26720-1711022400-1711026000@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:BrainTrust: Unlocking Growth Opportunities for Women-Owned Businesses DESCRIPTION:BrainTrust: Unlocking Growth Opportunities for Women-Owned Businesses with Sherry Deutschmann\, CEO and Founder of BrainTrust and LetterLogic LLC and award-winning author of Lunch with Lucy – Maximize Profits by Investing in your People\n\n\nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/braintrust-unlocking-growth-opportunities-for-women-owned-businesses/ LOCATION:Live on WBC’s LinkedIn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/WBC-LinkedIn-Live-Thur21.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240328T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240328T130000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240322T195346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T195346Z UID:27135-1711627200-1711630800@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Women's Leadership in the Boardroom DESCRIPTION:Women’s Leadership in the Boardroom with Ana Dutra\, CEO\, Mandala Global Advisors and Susan Paley\, Vice President\, Chapter Network\, National Association of Corporate Directors\n\n\n\n RSVP URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/womens-leadership-in-the-boardroom/ LOCATION:Live on WBC’s LinkedIn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1711120296130.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240404T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240404T130000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240403T224007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T224007Z UID:28589-1712232000-1712235600@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Communicating Purpose Through Your Brand DESCRIPTION:Communicating Purpose Through Your Brand with Alison Richmond\, Senior Vice President\, ClearEdge and Karla Bousqet\, Former VP of Corporate Communications\, IBM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/communicating-purpose-through-your-brand/ LOCATION:Live on WBC’s LinkedIn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/1711725200849.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240411T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240411T130000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240403T224118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T224118Z UID:28603-1712836800-1712840400@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Fostering Purposeful Talent Practices DESCRIPTION:Fostering Purposeful Talent Practices with Tacy Byham\, CEO\, DDI and Laine Gandy\, Director\, Adecco Group US Foundation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/fostering-purposeful-talent-practices/ LOCATION:Live on WBC’s LinkedIn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/1712159859598.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240418T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240418T130000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240417T192325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T192325Z UID:30217-1713441600-1713445200@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Building an Inclusive Recruitment Strategy DESCRIPTION:Building an Inclusive Recruitment Strategy with Myra T. Briggs\, CSC\, CSSGB\, CDR\, Managing Director\, Nonprofit & Social Impact\, Koya Partners | Diversified Search Groups\, and Felicity Hassan\, Founder and Executive Talent Consultant\, The Find URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/building-an-inclusive-recruitment-strategy/ LOCATION:Live on WBC’s LinkedIn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/1713299279399.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240425T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240425T130000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240417T192429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240420T012905Z UID:30216-1714046400-1714050000@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Building an Inclusive Recruitment Strategy DESCRIPTION:Building an Inclusive Recruitment Strategy with Myra T. Briggs\, CSC\, CSSGB\, CDR\, Managing Director\, Nonprofit & Social Impact\, Koya Partners | Diversified Search Groups and Felicity Hassan\, Founder and Executive Talent Consultant\, The Find\n\n\nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/building-an-inclusive-recruitment-strategy-2/ LOCATION:Live on WBC’s LinkedIn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/1713299279399-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240430T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240430T150000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240417T225931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T175342Z UID:30239-1714485600-1714489200@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Gen Z and the Workplace: Building Intergenerational Relationships Across the Organization DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next webinar on April 30th in partnership with Seramount\, discussing Gen Z and the Workplace: Building Intergenerational Relationships Across the Organization. Register here. \n Register Here \n  \n \nElena Arecco Bridgmon\nCo-Founder and Chief Administrative Officer\, Lumo \n \nDiana Forster\nDirector of Qualitative Research\, Seramount \n \nTracy Michelle León\nDirector\, Talent Demand\, Latino Corporate Directors Association \n \nKaela Sosa\nCo-Founder and Curriculum & Programming Manager\, The Diversity Movement \n \nLaila Iddin-Howard\nAlumni Engagement Manager\, NPower\n \nMargaret Hoyt\nProduct Analyst\,Sandata Technologies URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/gen-z-and-the-workplace-building-intergenerational-relationships-across-the-organization/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Gen-Z-and-the-Workplace-Building-Intergenerational-Relationships-Across-the-Organization-430-Webinar-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240502T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240502T130000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240501T113855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T113950Z UID:32642-1714651200-1714654800@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Crafting a Customer-Centric and Inclusive Business Strategy DESCRIPTION:Explore Crafting a Customer-Centric and Inclusive Business Strategy with Maryann Pagano\, Chief Executive Officer\, Blackhawk Data and Holly Enneking\, Chief Marketing Officer\, Bolster \n\n Register Here URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/crafting-a-customer-centric-and-inclusive-business-strategy/ LOCATION:Live on WBC’s LinkedIn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1714409704310.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240515T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240515T140000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240207T231338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T230400Z UID:26170-1715770800-1715781600@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Rethinking and Accelerating Women's Leadership in Business Forum DESCRIPTION:This half-day virtual forum showcases preeminent women and men leaders working to ensure women can and will lead in business. The goal of the forum is to showcase the trends\, transformations\, and innovations within WBC Initiatives. \n\n \n REGISTER HERE\n \nAgenda & Panel Programming\nPanels are organized into three tracks throughout the day. \n11:00-11:15 AM EST \n\nOpening Fireside Chat \nA welcome chat to gear up for a day filled with transformative insights and valuable connections. \n\nGwen K. Young\, CEO\, WBC\nAndrea (Andi) Simon\, CEO\, Simon Associates Management Consultants (SAMC)\n\n \n \nTrack A – Women in STEM\n11:15 AM-12:00 PM  EST \n\n Women’s Leadership in Artificial Intelligence \nArtificial intelligence profoundly impacts today’s workforce\, and this evolving landscape disproportionately affects women. As artificial intelligence takes center stage\, it’s critical that women play a profound role in leadership and decision-making. Join our speakers to learn more about how businesses are innovating to meet the benefits and challenges of artificial intelligence while ensuring women’s voices have a seat at the table. \n\nCarolyn Heller Baird\, Global Research Leader – Customer Experience and Design IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV)\nChristine Bongard\, CEO & Cofounder\, The WIT Network\nRoss Hodges\, Global Head of Emerging Technology\, Cushman & Wakefield\nDr. Emily Springer\, CEO & Principal Consultant\, TechnoSocio Advisory\n\n \n \n12:05-12:50 PM EST \n\nWomen’s Leadership in Cybersecurity \nWe continue to see an ever-expanding variety of threats to our security\, and ensuring there are a multitude of voices at the decision-making table is key to success. Shaping your leadership team with diverse technology leadership is critical to building profitable\, purposeful\, and inclusive businesses while ensuring that the organization is poised to meet the future. Join us for a dynamic conversation about the important role women play in the ever-evolving technology landscape. \n\nSara Attarzadeh\, Sr. Manager\, Vulnerability Management & ASM\, Docusign\nJoyce Brocaglia\, CEO\, Executive Women’s Forum and DSG Managing Director\, Executive Women’s Forum\nLakshmi Eleswarpu\, Global CIO\, Sanofi & WBC Board Director\nDr. Melissa Moreno\, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer\, Lindsay Corporation\n\n \n \n12:55-1:40 PM EST \n\nWomen’s Leadership in Science and Biotech \nAs innovation continues to shape the biotech industry\, it’s more important than ever that diverse leaders are at the helm of these organizations. Education and raising awareness about opportunities in the science and biotech sector play crucial roles in ensuring that leaders in these companies reflect the communities in which they operate. Join our panel of experts to gain insights into overcoming challenges\, fostering diversity\, and driving innovation for women in science and biotech. \n\nAndrea Bowens-Jones\, Ph.D.\, Director\, Corporate Initiatives (Workforce & Affinity Alliances)\, NCWIT\nGabby Everett\, Director of Business Operations and Strategy + Site Head\, BioLabs Pegasus Park\nStephanie Oestrich\, Managing Director\, Myeloma Investment Fund\nSmita Pillai\, SVP\, Talent Development\, Inclusion & Innovation Culture\, Regeneron\n\n \n \nTrack B – Women in the Workplace\n11:15 AM-12:00 PM EST \n\nEntrepreneurs Building Business \nWomen-owned businesses play a critical role in the economic landscape\, yet they are often underfunded and under-resourced. It’s more important than ever for women entrepreneurs to shape the future of the business landscape. Join us for a conversation on the significance of collaborating with women-owned businesses and how they are leveraging capital to drive opportunities. \n\nJill Johnson\, Chief Executive Officer\, Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership (IFEL)\nSharon Reynolds\, Founder and CEO\, DevMar Products LLC & WBC Board Director\nJanna Ronert\, Founder & Chairwoman\, Board Image Skincare\nLaura K. Taylor\, Senior Vice President\, WBENC Strategic Financial Services and WBE Engagement Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)\n\n \n \n12:05-12:50 PM EST \n\nWomen CEO Leadership \nDiversifying business leadership roles is critical to corporate success. Women-led companies are known to grow faster\, generate more revenue\, and achieve higher stock prices. Additionally\, they tend to foster a more diverse employee base\, leading to a happier workforce and further enhancing the bottom line. Join our panel to hear from women CEOs and corporate board members about the policies and practices organizations are implementing to ensure diverse leadership at the CEO level. \n\nSubha Barry\, President\, Seramount\nKim Box\, Independent Director 8 Executive\, Advisor\, KBI Advisors\nMargo Georgiadis\, Co-Founder & CEO\, Montai\nAndrea Silbert\, President\, Women’s Power Gap/Eos Foundation\n\n \n \n12:55-1:40 PM EST \n\nWomen Leading Boards \nBuilding an inclusive workplace starts at the top of a company’s leadership\, and board directors play a critical role in guiding decisions that impact a business’s day-to-day operations. Ensuring that boardrooms comprise a diverse set of experts and perspectives is a top priority for companies. Join our panel of board leaders to learn more about the importance of diverse leadership in the boardroom. \n\nMichele Ashby\, CEO\, ACE LLC\nJeannie Diefenderfer\, Independent Board Director\, DigitalBridge Group\, Inc. & Irth\, Inc.\nHeather Spilsbury\, CEO\, 50/50 Women on Boards\nJolawn Victor\, Board Director & Advisor\, Jebbit\n\n \n \nTrack C – Corporate Purpose\n11:15 AM -12:00 PM EST \n\nLeading through Talent \nAs the landscape of the workforce continues to change\, finding and retaining great talent isn’t just the job of the HR team. By acknowledging leaders have a collective responsibility in nurturing talent and driving sustainable success\, companies can be more effective in building strategies that work for their employees. Join our panel to explore the ways that businesses can prioritize people-focused talent strategies\, foster inclusive cultures and build an effective pipeline to leadership. \n\nFelicity Hassan\, Founding Partner\, TheFind & WBC Board Director\nJonathan Kone\, Head of Sales\, LHH Recruitment Solutions\, US\nKhalil Smith\, Vice President\, Inclusion\, Diversity\, and Engagement\, Akamai Technologies\nLeela Wilson\, Chief Revenue Officer\, Catalyst Inc.\n\n \n \n12:05-12:50 PM EST \n\nCommitment Through Your Brand \nThe relationship between corporate purpose and brand identity is intricate and often interconnected. Join our panel to discuss how a cohesive purpose can strengthen brand authenticity\, resonate with consumers\, and drive sustainable growth\, highlighting the pivotal role of purpose-driven branding in today’s competitive marketplace. \n\nMarcela Berland\, President\, Latin Insights\nAlison Richmond\, Senior Vice President\, Marketing Services\, ClearEdge\nRachel Talton\, CEO\, Synergy\nDawnita Wilson\, Chief Diversity\, Equity\, & Inclusion Officer\, WETA/NewsHour Productions\n\n \n \n12:55-1:40 PM EST \n\nElevating Supplier Diversity \nElevating supplier diversity is critical to fostering equitable economic growth and empowerment. Join our panel of experts as they discuss strategies for increasing opportunities for underrepresented businesses\, driving innovation\, and creating a more inclusive marketplace. \n\nAlexis Dennard\, Assistant Vice President\, Mass Markets Supply Chain\, Supplier Diversity & Sustainability\, AT&T\nKelly Kolar\, President & Founder\, Kolar Design\nJosé Zeilstra\, CEO\, Gender Fair & WBC Board Director\n\n \n \n1:40-1:50 PM EST \n\nClosing Remarks \n\nGwen K. Young\, CEO\, Women Business Collaborative\nEdie Fraser\, Chair of Board\, WBC\nCid Wilson\, President and CEO\, Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility (HACR)\n\n \n REGISTER HERE\n \nSpeakers\n \n\nGwen K. Young\nCEO\, Women Business Collaborative\n\n\nEdie Fraser\nWBC Chair of Board\n\n\nMichele Ashby\nCEO\, ACE LLC\n\n\nSara Attarzadeh\nSr. Manager\, Vulnerability Management & ASM\, DocuSign\n\n\nCarolyn Heller Baird\nGlobal Research Leader - Customer Experience and Design\, IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV)\n\n\nSubha Barry\nPresident\, Seramount\n\n\nMarcela Berland\nMarcela Berland\, President\, Latin Insights\n\n\nChristine Bongard\nCEO and Cofounder\, The WIT Network\n\n\nAndrea Bowens-Jones\, Ph.D.\nDirector\, Corporate Initiatives (Workforce & Affinity Alliances)\, NCWIT\n\n\nKim Box\nIndependent Director\, Executive\, Advisor\, KBI Advisors\n\n\nJoyce Brocaglia\nFounder and CEO\, Alta Associates & Executive Women's Forum & BoardSuited\n\n\nAlexis Dennard\nAssistant Vice President - Mass Markets Supply Chain\, Supplier Diversity & Sustainability\, AT&T\n\n\nJeannie Diefenderfer\nIndependent Board Director\, DigitalBridge Group\, Inc. & Irth\, Inc.\n\n\nLakshmi Eleswarpu\nSVP\, Global Chief Information Officer\, Sanofi & WBC Board Director\n\n\nGabby Everett\nDirector of Business Operations and Strategy + Site Head\, BioLabs Pegasus Park\n\n\nMargo Georgiadis\nCo-Founder & CEO\, Montai\n\n\nFelicity Hassan\nFounding Partner of TheFind & WBC Board Director\n\n\nRoss Hodges\nGlobal Head of Emerging Technology\, Cushman & Wakefield\n\n\nJill Johnson\nCEO\, Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership\n\n\nKelly Kolar\nPresident & Founder\, Kolar Design\n\n\nJonathan Kone\nHead of Sales\, LHH Recruitment Solutions\, US\n\n\nDr. Melissa Moreno\nSenior Vice President and Chief Information Officer\, Lindsay Corporation\n\n\nStephanie Oestrich\nManaging Director\, Myeloma Investment Fund\n\n\nSmita Pillai\nSVP\, Talent Development\, Inclusion & Innovation Culture\, Regeneron\n\n\nSharon Reynolds\nPresident/CEO\, DevMar Products & WBC Board Director\n\n\nAlison Richmond\nSenior Vice President\, Marketing Services\, ClearEdge\n\n\nJanna Ronert\nFounder & Chairwoman of the Board\, Image Skincare\n\n\nAndrea Silbert\nPresident\, Women's Power Gap/Eos Foundation\n\n\nAndrea Simon\nFounder and CEO\, Simon Associates Management Consultants (SAMC)\n\n\nKhalil Smith\nVice President\, Inclusion\, Diversity\, and Engagement\, Akamai Technologies\n\n\nHeather Spilsbury\nChief Executive Officer\, 50/50 Women on Boards\n\n\nDr. Emily Springer\nCEO & Principal Consultant\, TechnoSocio Advisory\n\n\nRachel Talton\nCEO\, Synergy International Limited\, Inc.\n\n\nLaura K. Taylor\nSenior Vice President\, WBENC Strategic Financial Services and WBE Engagement\, WBENC\n\n\nJolawn Victor\nBoard Director & Advisor\, Jebbit\n\n\nCid Wilson\nPresident and CEO\, Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility (HACR)\n\n\nDawnita Wilson\nChief Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Officer\, WETA/NewsHour Productions\n\n\nLeela Wilson\nChief Revenue Officer\, Catalyst Inc\n\n\nJosé Zeilstra\nCEO of Gender Fair & WBC Board Director \n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/rethinking-and-accelerating-womens-leadership-in-business-forum/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rethink-2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240516T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240516T130000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240513T212525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T212525Z UID:32994-1715860800-1715864400@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Investing in Women: Leading the Rise DESCRIPTION:Join Linda Peek Schacht in conversation with Alyse Nelson\, President and CEO of Vital Voices Global Partnership. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/investing-in-women-leading-the-rise/ LOCATION:Live on WBC’s LinkedIn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1715193643808.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240524T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240524T123000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240522T191110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T191110Z UID:33387-1716552000-1716553800@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:API Mental Health at Work DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Anna Mok\, President of Ascend\, discussing API Mental Health at Work. URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/api-mental-health-at-work/ LOCATION:Live on WBC’s LinkedIn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1715956687595.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240530T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240530T190000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240418T230612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241006T013007Z UID:30355-1717088400-1717095600@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:WBC Trailblazer In Gender Equity And Diversity Award Presentation: Vernā Myers DESCRIPTION:https://youtu.be/92W9wPd2RXI \nThe Women Business Collaborative Trailblazer in Gender Equity and Diversity Award annually recognizes individual leaders who have implemented innovative change for others and their communities. The recipients’ further gender equity and diversity in all they do\, uplifting those around them\, cultivating inclusive environments\, and continuing to pave the way for others\, leaving an unmistakable mark on their communities and leading the way for future generations. \nThe WBC Trailblazer in Gender Equity & Diversity Award to Vernā Myers\, Founder & President of The Vernā Myers Company\, was presented on May 30th in Baltimore\, MD. \nThis was a complimentary event for WBC stakeholders and available for purchase for those who are not Partners\, Sponsors or a part of the WBC Champion Network. Contact dana@wbcollaborative.org for more details. URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/verna-myers/ LOCATION:Gatherings By Woodberry Kitchen\, 2010 Clipper Park Road\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21211 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Vernā-Myers-Trailblazer-Award.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240608 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240321T200220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T113407Z UID:26927-1717632000-1717804799@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Export-Import Bank of the United States’ (EXIM) 2024 Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Women Business Collaborative is a proud stakeholder partner for the Export-Import Bank of the United State’s (EXIM) 2024 Annual Conference\, which is set to unfold on June 6-7 at the Washington  Hilton Hotel in Washington\, DC! This year’s conference theme is Honoring Legacy\, Charting Tomorrow to highlight the Bank’s 90-year legacy and its continued work to support American jobs.  \nThe conference brings together prominent figures from small businesses\, multinational corporations\,  think tanks\, and government to discuss global trends in trade and finance. Conference attendees can meet one-on-one with EXIM specialists and other agencies to learn about trade financing tools and network with business leaders\, government representatives\, and global banking deal makers.  \nSecure your spot now to enjoy discounted early bird registration. Plus\, you will benefit from an additional 10%  discount using the Women Business Collaborative’s exclusive code: WBC2024.  \nVisit the conference website today to learn more and register to attend this exciting event! \n\n Register Here URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/exim-2024-annual-conference/ LOCATION:Washington Hilton Hotel\, 1919 Connecticut Ave NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/EXIM24-Social-Media-REGISTER-NOW-1080x1080_96.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240613T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240613T123000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240610T215138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T222445Z UID:34129-1718280000-1718281800@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Scaling your Business for Success DESCRIPTION:Join us for #WBCFasterTogether “Scaling your Business for Success” with Dr. Renette Dallas\, N.D. CEO\, President and Founder\, LIFE BY DALLAS\, INC. and Dionne Laslo-Baker\, PhD\, Founder and CEO\, DeeBee’s Organics. URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/scaling-your-business-for-success/ LOCATION:Live on WBC’s LinkedIn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1717771612469.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240620T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240620T123000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240618T184658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T184658Z UID:34469-1718884800-1718886600@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Leading Authentically with Wanda Jones-Yeatman DESCRIPTION:Leading Authentically with Wanda Jones-Yeatman \nJoin us for this week’s hashtag#WBCFasterTogether stream with Wanda Jones-Yeatman and Linda Peek Schacht. URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/leading-authentically-with-wanda-jones-yeatman/ LOCATION:Live on WBC’s LinkedIn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1718646520224.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240819T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240819T190000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240731T020033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241006T013249Z UID:36539-1724086800-1724094000@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:WBC Trailblazer In Gender Equity And Diversity Award: Lucy Sanders DESCRIPTION:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdwfZEN23Vc\nThe presentation of the third 2024 Trailblazer in Gender Equity and Diversity Award to Lucy Sanders\, Founder and Executive in Residence of the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) was held Monday\, August 19\, 2024\, in Boulder\, Colorado. Women Business Collaborative honored her trailblazing efforts in gender equity and diversity and her leadership for global good. \nLucy Sanders is Founder and Executive in Residence of the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT)\, a national organization that works to broaden participation in computing.  She has an extensive industry background\, having worked in R&D and executive (VP) positions at AT&T Bell Labs\, Lucent Bell Labs\, and Avaya Labs for over 20 years\, where she specialized in systems-level software and solutions (multimedia communication\, and customer relationship management).  \nIn 1996\, Lucy was awarded the Bell Labs Fellow Award\, the highest technical accomplishment bestowed at the company\, and she has six patents in the communications technology area. Lucy serves as a Trustee on several organizational boards\, including the Colorado School of Mines and the International Computer Science Institute at the University of California\, Berkeley. She was a member of Governor Polis’ COVID response team in 2020\, and currently is the workforce lead for the State’s submission to the U.S. Department of Commerce to designate Colorado a Quantum Technology Innovation Hub. URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/wbc-trailblazer-in-gender-equity-and-diversity-award-lucy-sanders/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Lucy-Sanders-Trailblazer-Award-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240906 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240731T195807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T055127Z UID:36576-1725408000-1725580799@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Women's Capital Summit 2024 DESCRIPTION:Elevate and Empower:Connecting Leading Women Entrepreneurs and the Investors Who Fund Them\nSEPTEMBER 4-5\, 2024 | CONVENE MADISON\, 360 MADISON AVENUE\, NEW YORK\, NY 10017\n \nThe Women’s Capital Summit is the premier opportunity for founders and funders to network and gain actionable insights from each other while exploring the funding paths needed to grow business. This annual event is where women are supported and create a future fueled with equal opportunity. \nThe 2024 Women’s Capital Summit was held in New York\, NY on September 4-5. The two-day event allowed women entrepreneurs to meet investors who believe in their vision\, hear stories from trailblazing women\, and receive the tools to help advance their business. \n\n\n “Once you sit down and hear everyone’s story\, you realize you’re in the right place. You realize that not only do you belong here\, but you’re going to meet someone who’s going to take you to the next level.” \n – Awilda Grant Founder & Owner\, AMG Online Strategies\n \n \nSummit Agenda\n\n\n September 4\, 2024\n \n\n September 5\, 2024\n \n\n1:30pm: Arrival\, Registration\, and Networking \n\n2:30pm: Opening Remarks \nGwen K. Young CEO\, Women Business Collaborative \n\n2:45pm: Concurrent Panel Sessions \nStrategic Decision-Making for Women Entrepreneurs: Navigating Ownership\, Capital Terms\, and Legal Complexities \nThis breakout panel session is your chance to gain invaluable insights into making informed decisions that align with your business goals. We’ll dive into critical considerations for women-owned businesses\, including the implications of different business structures (LLC\, partnership) on scaling\, capital raising\, and ownership. We’ll also explore the importance of WBENC certification and how it can impact your business’s growth and control. Plus\, you’ll walk away with essential legal insights on protecting your interests during negotiations and shaping the future of your business from now through to exit. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to optimize your business strategies and achieve your goals. Eda Henries\, Founder and Managing Principal\, Henries & Co.Kirsty McGuire\, Partner\, H PartnersMerri Moken\, Partner\, Brown Rudnick LaKesha White\, Senior Vice President\, Certification\, WBENC \nEnter the World of Angel InvestingThere are over 400\,000 angel investors in the US.  This session will provide an inside look at angel investors\, why they do this work\, what they consider in making investments\, and what entrepreneurs need to consider when raising funding from angels. This session will be relevant for both entrepreneurs and investors who may be considering becoming angel investors. Hosted by Loretta McCarthy\, Co-CEO of Golden Seeds\, an angel network that has been investing in women-led companies for 20 years.Loretta McCarthy\, Co-CEO and Managing Partner\, Golden Seeds\, LLC \nUnlocking Grant Funding: Strategies to Fuel Business GrowthIn this breakout session\, participants will explore how to leverage grant opportunities to accelerate their business ventures. The session will cover practical strategies for identifying\, applying for\, and securing grants tailored to women entrepreneurs. Attendees will gain insights from successful grant recipients and experts in the field\, learning how to craft compelling proposals and maximize funding to drive innovation and scale their businesses. Whether you’re new to grant applications or looking to refine your approach\, this session will provide the tools and knowledge needed to unlock critical funding sources.Marissa Beatty\, Founder & CEO\, Turnover LabsShreya Dave\, Co-founder and CEO\, Via SeparationsAngela Dingle\, CEO\, Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP)Kalee Whitehouse\, Co-founder and Advisor\, Noon EnergyIris Wu\, Investment Associate\, Aramco Ventures \n\n4:15pm: Opening Fireside Chat with Donna LevinJoin us for our opening fireside chat with Donna Levin\, the CEO of the Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership at Babson College and Co-Founder of Care.comCarolyn D’Angelo\, Senior Managing Director\, Brand Operations\, Gordon Brothers; President\, Laura AshleyDonna Levin\, CEO\, Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership; Co-Founder\, Care.com \n\n5:00pm: Opening Reception and Women’s Business Marketplace Featuring DAMA Wines and Misha’s Cupcakes \n\n7:00pm: Reception Concludes \n8:00am: Arrival\, Breakfast and Networking \n\n9:00am: Welcome \nGwen K. Young\, CEO\, Women Business Collaborative \n\n9:05am: Fireside Chat \nBailey G. DeVries\, Associate Administrator\, Office of Investment & Innovation\, United States Small Business AdministrationGwen K. Young\, CEO\, Women Business Collaborative \n\n9:40am: Navigating the Landscape of CapitalThe options for accessing capital make up a robust ecosystem that can often be challenging to navigate. This process requires a clear understanding of the types of capital that are right for your business as well as an awareness of the goals of investors and lenders.  In addition\, clarity of business strategy\, exit planning\, industry dynamics\, and business goals are critical to choosing the right capital provider. In this session\, our panel of experts will discuss the landscape of capital and how entrepreneurs can scale their businesses with the investment options that are best aligned with their company’s strategy and growth plan. \nJulie Hyman\, Anchor\, Yahoo Finance (Moderator)Elisabeth Chasia\, Investments Director\, Momentus CapitalJoy Fairbanks\, Portola Valley PartnersNicole Martello\, Relationship Manager\, BridgeAshley McLeod\, Director\, National Lending Programs\, Momentus CapitalVijay Mehta\, Arkview Capital \n\n10:30am: Coffee Break \n\n11:00am: Setting the Table: Understanding Early-Stage CapitalAs business owners work to scale their companies\, creating the right capital structure from the beginning is important to long term growth. This allows entrepreneurs to be ready to access and receive capital and create the traction necessary to accelerate their growth. In this session\, speakers will set the stage for exploring early-stage capital and how to prepare your organization for investment in the earliest stages of growth.Chisom A’Marie\, Vice President/Partner New Voices FundKelly O’Connell\, Managing Partner\, 360 Venture Collective \n\n11:45am: Presenting Sponsor Remarks\, Ruth Jacks\, Executive Vice President | Head of Diverse Segments Commercial Banking \nFollowed by Networking Lunch \nJoin us for a Networking Lunch where we will offer facilitated conversations to deep dive into the thematic topics explored over the two days. Connect with fellow entrepreneurs\, exchange insights\, and build meaningful relationships while revisiting key discussions and actionable takeaways from the Summit. \n\n1:15pm: The Building Blocks of Capital: Growing with PurposeScaling a business is a process and not a lump sum event. This work requires a strong commitment to the company’s values\, strategy\, and objectives as well as purposeful commitment from both business owners and investors of capital. Entrepreneurs must be constantly evaluating whether their desired growth is in alignment with the goals they’ve set for their organization and the value they are creating for their customers. Join our panel of experts to discuss how to grow your business intentionally as well as how entrepreneurs and investors can build mutually beneficial relationships to achieve both business owner and investor goals.La Keisha Landrum Pierre\, General Partner\, Co-Founder\, Emmeline Ventures (Moderator)Richard Gan\, Division Manager and Managing Director\, Wells FargoLexi Ginsburg\, Senior Analyst\,  Altura Capital \n\n2:00pm: Mergers & Acquisitions as a Growth StrategyUnlocking the potential for transformational growth\, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is a powerful strategy for scaling women-owned businesses. This dynamic panel will delve into the intricacies of M&A\, offering insights into how this strategy can serve as a catalyst for expansion\, market penetration\, and increased competitiveness. \nJoin us for this insightful session to discover how mergers and acquisitions can serve as a strategic tool for growth and transformation. Whether you are looking to acquire\, merge\, or attract investment\, this panel will provide the knowledge and inspiration needed to navigate the complex M&A landscape confidently.Kirsty McGuire\, Partner\, H Partners (Moderator)Marilyn Adler Founder and Managing Partner\, Mizzen CapitalDana Getschow\, Vice President\, Mid-Cap Investment Banking\, Wells FargoAnjali “Ann” Ramakumaran\, Founder and CEO\, Ampcus\, Inc.Mark Sirower\, Principal | M&A Consultative Services\, Deloitte \n\n2:45pm Coffee Break \n\n3:00pm Engineering Your Exit: Envisioning the Future of your Company While Building It \nAs entrepreneurs grow their businesses\, it is critical to consider the future of the company. When the time comes\, how will they separate from the business?  What are the ultimate goals included in an exit strategy?  Does the organization have a succession plan to prepare for change as the business transitions?  Answering these questions is key to achieving positive outcomes for both founders and investors. Planning an exit strategy early in the development of the company can help maximize the return on investment and sweat equity. In this session\, the panel will discuss how to incorporate an exit into the company’s overall business strategy and the value that a well thought out exit strategy can bring to both founders and capital allocators. \nEda Henries\, Founder and Managing Principal\, Henries & Co. (Moderator)Dao Jensen\, President\, Compass UOL North AmericaJohn Majeski\, CEO & Partner\, Portola Valley PartnersSuzanne Morrison\, Executive Vice President Head of Commercial Banking & Wealth Partnership\, Wells Fargo \n\n3:40pm: Closing Fireside ChatBabba Rivera\, Founder & CEO\, CeremoniaPocket Sun\, Co-Founder & Managing Partner\, SoGal Ventures \n\n4:15pm: Closing RemarksGwen K. Young\, CEO\, Women Business Collaborative \nFollowed by Closing Reception\, sponsored by Stearns Bank \n\n5:15pm: Closing Reception Concludes \n\n\n Opening Reception Sponsor\n\n Closing Reception Sponsor URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/womens-capital-summit/ LOCATION:Convene Madison\, 360 Madison Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10017\, United States CATEGORIES:Summit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/WCS-Webpage-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240926 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240205T210824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T134454Z UID:26072-1727222400-1727308799@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:WBC Action for Impact Summit DESCRIPTION:September 25\, 2024 • 10:00 AM • Virtual Event\n \n\n\n \n Awards\n \n \n\n \n Agenda\n \n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n \n\n \n Sponsor\n \n \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n\nWBC’s 2024 Annual Action for Impact Summit united thousands of attendees on a fully interactive platform\, enabling participants to network\, connect\, and exchange ideas\, innovations\, and impact in real-time. We presented the 2024 CEO Excellence in Gender Equity and Diversity Awards and the WBC Trailblazer in Gender Equity and Diversity Awards below. \n \n Download the Program\n \nFor more information on the separate VIP Event In the Arena: Women Leading Sports\, click here. \n2024 CEO Excellence in Gender Equity and Diversity Awards Recipients\n\nPriscilla Sims Brown\nPresident & CEOAmalgamated Bank \n\nPriscilla Almodovar\nPresident & CEO Fannie Mae \n\nJudy Marks\nChair\, CEO & PresidentOtis Worldwide Corporation \n2024 WBC Trailblazer in Gender Equity and Diversity Award Recipients\n\nVernā Myers\nFounder & PresidentThe Vernā Myers Company \n\nDr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala\nDirector-GeneralWorld Trade Organization \n\nLucy Sanders\nFounder & Executive in ResidenceNational Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) \n\nCharles E. Johnson\nPresident\, SodexoMagic \n2024 CEO Excellence in Gender Equity and Diversity Awards Recipients\n\nPriscilla Sims Brown\nPresident & CEOAmalgamated Bank \n\nPriscilla Almodovar\nPresident & CEO Fannie Mae \n\nJudy Marks\nChair\, CEO & PresidentOtis Worldwide Corporation \n2024 WBC Trailblazer in Gender Equity and Diversity Award Recipients\n\nVernā Myers\nFounder & PresidentThe Vernā Myers Company \n\nDr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala\nDirector-GeneralWorld Trade Organization \n\nLucy Sanders\nFounder & Executive in ResidenceNational Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) \nAgenda & Panel Programming\n \n 10:00-10:10 AM EST\n \nACTION FOR IMPACT SUMMIT WELCOME\n For the past four years\, WBC has convened our community to highlight the ACTION being taken to advance diversity\, equity\, inclusion\, and purpose and the direct IMPACT it is having in making a difference. Join Gwen K. Young as she kicks off WBC’s annual summit and our impact as we work to advance all women in business. \n\nGwen K. Young\, Chief Executive Officer\, Women Business Collaborative (WBC)\n\n \n 10:10 – 10:30 AM ET\n \nAI AT WORK: NAVIGATING ETHICAL FRONTIERS IN THE MODERN WORKFORCE\n As the modern workforce evolves\, it’s critical that businesses acknowledge the growing presence of artificial intelligence. The evolving AI landscape is poised to alter the course of business operations\, change the conversation on the future or work and have significant ethical implications. Leaders on this panel discuss how companies can adapt to the presence of AI while ensuring that they remain committed to their values\, purpose and employees. \n\nModerator: Emily Wilkins\, DC Correspondent\, CNBC\nMiriam Vogel\, President and CEO\, EqualAI\nGabriela Ramos\, Assistant Director-General for the Social and Human Sciences\, UNESCO\n\n \n 10:30 – 10:32 AM ET\n \nCEO EXCELLENCE IN GENDER EQUITY AND DIVERSITY AWARDS 2024 – INTRODUCTION\nThe WBC CEO Excellence in Gender Equity and Diversity Award recognizes corporate leaders whose efforts have made significant contributions to the advancement of diversity within their companies and increased opportunities for women in business roles. \n\nGwen K. Young\, Chief Executive Officer\, Women Business Collaborative (WBC)\n\n \n 10:32 – 11:05 AM ET\n \n2024 CEO EXCELLENCE IN GENDER EQUITY AND DIVERSITY AWARD RECIPIENTS\n The WBC CEO Excellence in Gender Equity and Diversity Award recognizes corporate leaders whose efforts have made significant contributions to the advancement of diversity within their companies and increased opportunities for women in business roles.\nJoin us for part one of our conversation with this year’s CEO Excellence in Gender Equity and Diversity award winners with opening remarks by WBC leadership.  \n\nPriscilla Almodovar\, Chief Executive Officer\, Fannie Mae\nPriscilla Sims Brown\, President and Chief Executive Officer\, Amalgamated Bank\nJudy Marks\, Chair\, Chief Executive Officer and President\, Otis Worldwide Corporation\n\n \n 11:05 – 11:35 AM ET\n \nEMPOWERING GROWTH: HOW WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESSES ARE SHAPING THE BUSINESS LANDSCAPE\n Women owned businesses continue to grow in both numbers and in terms of revenue. This diverse group of accomplished entrepreneurs will discuss the strategies they and their companies employed to build their businesses from the ground up. This panel will highlight the transformative impact of women in business and their contributions to a more inclusive and innovative economic landscape. \n\nModerator: Edie Fraser\, Chair of Board\, Women Business Collaborative (WBC)\nLaura Fote\, Founder and CEO\, L&B Concepts\nSharon Reynolds\, Founder\, President\, CEO\, DevMar Enterprises\, WBC Board Member\nDeb Ward\, Founder and CEO\, UV BIOCLEAN\nDiedre Windsor\, Founder & CEO\, Windsor Group LLC\n\n \n 11:35 – 11:55 AM ET\n \nTRAILBLAZER IN GENDER EQUITY AND DIVERSITY AWARD: DR. NGOZI OKONJO-IWEALA\n WBC is pleased to award Her Excellency\, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala\, Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO)\, our Trailblazer in Gender Equity and Diversity Award in recognition of her remarkable contributions to gender equity and diversity. \n\nHer Excellency\, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala\, Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO)\nInterviewed by Gwen K. Young\, Chief Executive Officer\, WBC\n\n \n 11:55 – 12:15 PM ET\n \n2024 WBC WOMEN CEOS IN AMERICA REPORT\n Women Business Collaborative and our partners are committed to not just reporting\, but also galvanizing\, energizing and motivating organizations to usher in more women to the C-Suite and then to CEO roles. There is reason for optimism as we see an increasing commitment to populate the C-Suite and the Board with more women – and it is happening. WBC\, C200\, Catalyst and Ascend discuss the data\, strategies and realities of women CEOs across the business landscape. \n\nModerator: Kevin Cirilli\, Founder\, Meet the Future NOW\nJennifer McCollum\, President and CEO\, Catalyst\nAnna Mok\, President\, Ascend Leadership\nGwen K. Young\, CEO\, Women Business Collaborative (WBC)\n\n \n 12:15 – 12:45 PM ET\n \nCLOSING THE GAP: BOOSTING INVESTMENT IN WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESSES\n Women-owned and led businesses have a deep impact on today’s economy yet they receive only 2% of venture capital. At the same time\, women represent only 12% of decision-makers across the capital landscape. This panel will discuss strategies for fostering investment in women-owned enterprises and growing the number of women leaders in capital. \n\nModerator: Angela Dingle\, CEO\, WIPP\nNicole Cober\, Founder\, The BOW Collective\nDenielle Finkelstein\, Co-CEO & Co-Founder\, Unicorn\nJosephine Moran\, President & CEO\, Ledyard National Bank\nLisa Roberts\, Senior Executive Vice President\, Head of US Markets\, Wilmington Trust\nKelly Skalicky\, President & CEO\, Stearns Bank National Association\n\n \n 12:45 – 1:15 PM ET\n \n2024 CEO EXCELLENCE IN GENDER EQUITY AND DIVERSITY AWARD RECIPIENTS\n The WBC CEO Excellence in Gender Equity and Diversity Award recognizes corporate leaders whose efforts have made significant contributions to the advancement of diversity within their companies and increased opportunities for women in business roles. Join us for part two of our conversation with this year’s CEO Excellence in Gender Equity and Diversity award winners. \n\nPriscilla Almodovar\, Chief Executive Officer\, Fannie Mae\nPriscilla Sims Brown\, President and Chief Executive Officer\, Amalgamated Bank\nJudy Marks\, Chair\, Chief Executive Officer and President\, Otis Worldwide Corporation\n\n \n 1:15 – 1:45 PM ET\n \nBREAKOUT PANELS\nELEVATING VOICES: WOMEN OF COLOR IN LEADERSHIP\n Women of color are often underrepresented in leadership and yet make up a significant portion of today’s workforce. Companies must ensure that they are meeting the needs and expectations of women of color in their workforce by recognizing the unique lived experiences and challenges faced by the varied identities that make up this group. Join our speakers to hear about the experiences of women of color in the workforce and highlights of WBC’s Women of Color in Leadership report. \n\nModerator: Kimberly Lee Minor\, CEO WOC Retail Alliance (WOCRA)\nPurba Majumder\, CEO\, Cybervation\nVictoria Holland\, Congressional Delegate\, United Keetoowah Band\nSandra Quince\, Co-Chair and Board Member\, Paradigm for Parity\n\nBEYOND PLACEMENT: ADVANCING DEI IN STAFFING AND EMPLOYMENT\n The staffing industry is a multi-billion dollar industry that provides temporary\, contract\, and permanent placement employees to businesses in a variety of industries with a workforce that encompasses diversity in race\, gender\, age\, religion\, ethnicity and identity. Join us for a conversation with industry leaders on how they are working to strengthen DEI in their organizations and the industries they support. \n\nModerator: Kip Wright\, Chairman\, INSPYR Solutions and WBC Board Member\nMegan McCann\, CEO\, McCann Partners and Board Member\, Techserve Alliance Board\nJoanie Bily\, Division President\, Employbridge & Chair of the Board of Directors\, American Staffing Association (ASA)\nFrancesca Profeta\, Research Analyst\, Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA)\n\nBOARDROOM DIVERSITY: TRANSFORMATION IN CORPORATE GOVERNANCE\n Diverse board leadership can have a transformative impact on the decisions made by the senior leadership of a company and the evolution of organizational culture. Inclusive boards drive innovation\, foster creativity\, and enhance decision-making processes by bringing a range of perspectives and experiences to the table. Key leaders on this panel share insights\, strategies\, and success stories highlighting the profound impact of diversity in shaping the future of corporate governance. \n\nModerator: Belen Gomez\, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Communications\, Equilar\nSingleton McAllister\, Of Counsel\, Husch Blackwell LLP\nMercedes Romero\, Chief Procurement Officer\, Primo Water & Independent Director at JB Sanfilippo and Marinemax\nAngela Sun\, Public Company Director\, The Western Union Company\, Cushman & Wakefield\, Apollo Portfolio Company\, Maxim Crane\nKamilah Thomas\, Chief People Officer\, Avaya & Public Company Director at Mastercraft\n\nPATHWAYS TO LEADERSHIP: ADVANCING WOMEN INTO THE C-SUITE\n As the overall number of women elevated to the C-Suite continues to be slow\, especially for women of color\, it is critical that businesses outline actionable strategies to move women into the c-suite and inevitably into CEO roles. Join our panel to hear actionable strategies and organizational initiatives aimed at breaking barriers and cultivating women for executive roles. Explore how fostering diversity\, equity\, and inclusion throughout the leadership journey not only benefits individuals but also drives organizational success and innovation. \n\nModerator: Gracie Lozano\, Vice President\, Senior HR Business Partner\, USAA\nRashmi Chaturvedi\, President\, Kaygen\n\nSimone Jentsch\, VP Operations\, Programs & Enablement\, Akamai Technologies\nTai Koottatep\, Director and General Manager\, Worldwide B2B Payments & Lending\, Amazon\nGeorgina Mayback\, Managing Director & New York Tri-State Division Executive\, Bank of America\n\n \n 1:45 – 2:05 PM ET\n \nTRAILBLAZER IN GENDER EQUITY AND DIVERSITY AWARD\n WBC is pleased to award Vernā Myers\, Founder and President of the Vernā Myers Company our Trailblazer in Gender Equity and Diversity Award in recognition their remarkable contributions to gender equity and diversity. \n\nAward Recipient: Vernā Myers\, President\, The Vernā Myers Company\nFireside Chat Moderator and Award Presenter: Gwen K. Young\, CEO\, Women Business Collaborative (WBC)\n\n \n 2:05 – 2:25 PM ET\n \nTRAILBLAZER IN GENDER EQUITY AND DIVERSITY AWARD\n WBC is pleased to award Charles Johnson\, President of SodexoMagic our Trailblazer in Gender Equity and Diversity Award in recognition their remarkable contributions to gender equity and diversity. \n\nAward Recipient: Charles Johnson\, President\, SodexoMagic\nFireside Chat Moderator and Award Presenter: Gwen K. Young\, CEO\, Women Business Collaborative (WBC)\n\n \n 2:25 – 2:45 PM ET\n \nALLYSHIP IN ACTION: TRANSFORMING WORKPLACE CULTURE\n Allyship plays a critical role in building inclusive workplaces and cultures that foster belonging. Being an effective ally requires an intentional commitment to creating and nurturing relationships across the organization. Join our panel for a conversation on what effective allyship looks like in companies and how leaders can create positive change in their organizations and with their colleagues. \n\nModerator: Fabrice Houdart\, Executive Director Association of LGBTQ+ Corporate Directors\nHelen Dietz\, Managing Director – Total Wealth Management\, Partner\, Aspiriant\nMaureen Howard\, Vice President Equality & Inclusion\, P&G\nGavriella Schuster\, CEO\, Gavriella Schuster\, LLC\n\n \n 2:45 – 3:15 PM ET\n \nCORPORATE LEADERSHIP: HARNESSING THE POWER OF TECHNOLOGY\n Tech leadership is critical to the success of business. Top women technology leaders including CIOS\, CTOs and CISOs as well as leaders in cyber\, AI\, data analytics are more important than ever as companies transform their technological capabilities to meet the needs of the future. Join us for a dynamic conversation about how corporate tech leaders are harnessing the power of technology and data to drive successful outcomes in their organizations. \n\nModerator: Johanna Jones\, President and CEO\, ITSMF\nJo-Anna Rubin-Berman\, Vice President of US HR Shared Services\, Munich RE\nJennifer Bryant\, Senior Director\, Chief of Staff\, Associate Experience and Engagement\, Capital One\nJennifer Jones\, USLI Chief Operating Officer\, Genworth Financial\n\n \n 3:15 – 3:35 PM ET\n \nTRAILBLAZER IN GENDER EQUITY AND DIVERSITY AWARD: LUCY SANDERS\n WBC is pleased to award Lucy Sanders\, Founder and Executive in Residence at The National Center for Women in Technology (NCWIT)\, our Trailblazer in Gender Equity and Diversity Award in recognition of her remarkable contributions to gender equity and diversity. \n\nLucy Sanders\, Founder and Executive in Residence at The National Center for Women in Technology (NCWIT)\nInterviewed by Gwen K. Young\, Chief Executive Officer\, Women Business Collaborative (WBC)\n\n \n 3:35 – 4:05 PM ET\n \nTRUST AND TRANSFORMATION: BUILDING A CULTURE OF BELONGING IN THE WORKPLACE\n More than ever\, building a workplace grounded in trust is critical to the success of a business. This is even more important as employees look to their companies to provide stability for them in an increasingly turbulent landscape. Building a culture of trust in belonging in the workplace is critical as organizations move into the next evolution of the workplace. \n\nModerator: Dr. Rachel-Yvonne Talton\, Founder and CEO\, Synergy\nDr. Joy Dettorre\, Global D&I Leader\, IBM\nChloe Lemelle\, Assistant Vice President of Workforce Diversity\, AT&T\nNathan C. Pierce\, Culture & Diversity Engagement Specialist\, Tata Consultancy Services – TCS\n\n \n 4:05 – 4:35 PM ET\n \nLEVERAGING INCLUSIVE GROWTH THROUGH SUSTAINABILITY\n As sustainability strategies shape the future of our world\, it is essential to prioritize inclusive growth in this agenda. As the world changes quickly\, ensuring that economic progress benefits everyone — especially those most vulnerable — is key to fostering a more resilient and equitable world. Hear from trailblazing leaders who are driving transformation in their industries\, as they share experience\, insights\, and practical strategies to create meaningful change from within.   \n\nModerator: Balaji Ganapathy\, Chief Social Responsibility Officer and Global Head of Corporate Social Responsibility\, Tata Consultancy Service and WBC Board Member\nTequila Smith\, Executive Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer\, Reworld Waste\nMarika McCauley Sine\, Chief Sustainability Officer\, Mars Petcare and Board Member\, WBC\n\n \n 4:35  – 4:45 PM ET\n \nIMPACT TALK: THE SCIENCE OF TURNING IMAGINATION INTO REALITY\n \n\nTiffany Norwood\, Founder & CEO\, Tribetan\n\n \n 4:45  – 5:10 PM ET\n \nINCLUSION: TRANSFORMING OPERATIONS TO MEET THE REALITIES OF TODAY’S BUSINESS LANDSCAPE\n The current landscape of the workplace requires companies to be intentional in all aspects of building company culture and their operations. Without a strong commitment to equitable and inclusive employee engagement strategies and practices\, organizations cannot retain strong talent\, lose competitive advantage and are less likely to increase their customer base. Join our speakers to hear how companies are transforming their operations and their organizational narrative to meet the expectations of the next generation of talent and consumers. \n\nModerator: Amy LaBella Rossi\, Vice President\, Lead Business Execution Consultant Commercial Banking Diverse Segments\, Wells Fargo\nTracy Gee\, Chief People Officer\, NACD \nAshley Marchand Orme\, Director of Equity and Stakeholder Leadership\, Just Capital\nRyan Mitchell\, Global Director – Diversity\, Equity & Inclusion\, CBRE\n\n \n 5:10  – 5:20 PM ET\n \nCLOSING REMARKS – HARNESSING OUR COLLECTIVE MOMENTUM FOR THE PATH FORWARD\n \n\nGwen K. Young\, CEO\, Women Business Collaborative (WBC)\n\nSpeakers\n\nPriscilla Almodovar\nCEO and Member of the Board of Directors\, Fannie Mae\n\nJoanie Bily\nDivision President\, Employbridge & Chair of the Board of Directors\, American Staffing Association (ASA)\n\nJennifer Bryant\nSenior Director\, Chief of Staff\, Associate Experience and Engagement\, Capital One\n\nRashmi Chaturvedi\nCo-founder and President\, Kaygen\n\nNic Cober\nFounder\, The BOW Collective\n\nDr. Joy Dettorre\nGlobal D&I Leader\, IBM\n\nHelen Dietz\nManaging Director – Total Wealth Management\, Partner\, Aspiriant\n\nAngela Dingle\nCEO\, WIPP\n\nDenielle Finkelstein\nCo-CEO & Co-Founder\, Unicorn\n\nLaura Fote\nFounder and CEO\, L&B Concepts\n\nEdie Fraser\nChair of Board\, WBC\n\nBalaji Ganapathy\nChief Social Responsibility Officer and Global Head of Corporate Social Responsibility\, Tata Consultancy Service and WBC Board Member\n\nTracy Gee\nChief People Officer\, NACD\n\nBelen Gomez\nVice President of Strategic Initiatives and Communications\, Equilar\n\nVictoria Holland\nCongressional Delegate\, United Keetoowah Band\n\nFabrice Houdart\nExecutive Director Association of LGBTQ+ Corporate Directors\n\nSimone Jentsch\nVP Operations\, Programs & Enablement\, Akamai Technologies\n\nCharles E. Johnson\nPresident\, SodexoMagic\n\nJennifer Jones\nChief Operating Officer\, US Life\, Genworth Financial\n\nJohanna Jones\nPresident and CEO\, Information Technology Senior Management Forum\n\nTai Koottatep\nDirector and General Manager\, Amazon Worldwide B2B Payments & Lending\n\nDr. Chloe Lemelle\nAssistant Vice President of Workforce Diversity\, AT&T\n\nGracie Lozano\nVice President\, Senior HR Business Partner\, USAA\n\nPurba Majumder\nCEO\, Cybervation \n\nJudy Marks\nChair\, Chief Executive Officer and President\, Otis\, Worldwide Corporation\n\nGeorgina Mayback\nManaging Director & New York Tri-State Division Executive\, Bank of America\n\nSingleton McAllister\nOf Counsel\, Husch Blackwell LLP\n\nMegan McCann\nCEO\, McCann Partners and Board Member\, Techserve Alliance Board\n\nMarika McCauley Sine\nChief Sustainability Officer\, Mars Petcare and Board Member\, WBC\n\nJennifer McCollum\nPresident and CEO\, Catalyst\n\nKimberly Lee Minor\nCEO\, WOC Retail Alliance\n\nRyan Mitchell\nGlobal Director - Diversity\, Equity & Inclusion\, CBRE\n\nAnna Mok\nPresident\, Ascend Leadership\n\nJosephine Moran\nPresident & CEO\, Ledyard National Bank\n\nVernā Myers\nFounder & President\, Vernā Myers Company\n\nDr. Ngozi Nkonjo-Iweala\nDirector\, General\, WTO\n\nTiffany Norwood\nFounder & CEO\, Tribetan\n\nAshley Marchand Orme\nDirector of Equity & Stakeholder Leadership\, JUST Capital\n\nNathan C. Pierce\nCulture & Diversity Engagement Specialist\, Tata Consultancy Services - TCS\n\nFrancesca Profeta\nResearch Analyst\, Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA)\n\nSandra Quince\nCo-Chair and Board Member\, Paradigm for Parity\n\nGabriela Ramos\nAssistant Director-General for the Social and Human Sciences\, UNESCO\n\nMercedes Romero\nChief Procurement Officer\, Primo Water & Independent Director at JB Sanfilippo and Marinemax\n\nAmy LaBella Rossi\nVice President\, Lead Business Execution Consultant Commercial Banking Diverse Segments\, Wells Fargo\n\nJo-Anna Rubin-Berman\nVice President of US HR Shared Services\, Munich RE\n\nLucy Sanders\nFounder and Executive in Residence\, National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT)\n\nGavriella Schuster\nCEO\, Gavriella Schuster\, LLC\n\nPriscilla Sims Brown\nPresident and Chief Executive Officer\, Amalgamated Bank\n\nKelly Skalicky\nPresident & CEO\, Stearns Bank National Association\n\nTequila Smith\nExecutive Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer\n\nAngela Sun\nPublic Company Director\, The Western Union Company\, Cushman & Wakefield\, Apollo Portfolio Company\, Maxim Crane\n\nDr. Rachel-Yvonne Talton\nFounder and CEO\, Synergy\n\nKamilah Thomas\nChief People Officer\, Avaya & Public Company Director at Mastercraft\n\nMiriam Vogel\nPresident and CEO\, Equal AI\n\nDeb Ward\nFounder and CEO\, UV BIOCLEAN\n\nEmily Wilkins\nDC Correspondent\, CNBC\n\nKip Wright\nChairman\, INSPYR Solutions and WBC Board Member\n\nGwen K. Young\nCEO\, WBC \n \nThank you to our Sponsors!\nFor more information on becoming a Sponsor\, click here. \nplatinum sponsors\nDiamond sponsors\n \n \nGold sponsors\n \nSilver sponsors\n \nGeneral sponsors URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/wbc-action-for-impact-summit/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Summit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/WBC-Summit-Header-1920-x-800-px-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240925T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240925T200000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20240829T153803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241006T020528Z UID:37750-1727285400-1727294400@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:In the Arena: Women Leading Sports DESCRIPTION:\n\n \n“In the Arena: Women Leading Sports” is an exclusive VIP reception that brings together influential women from the sports industry\, policy-making\, journalism\, and business. This event is a part of the Women Business Collaborative’s (WBC) Action for Impact Summit. \nPanel Discussion: \nJoin us for a compelling discussion moderated by legendary sportscaster Lesley Visser\, featuring insights from Gwen Young\, Chryssa Zizos\, Briana Scurry\, and Kate Greenberg. These leaders will share their experiences and strategies for advancing women’s roles in sports and business. \nAbout WBC:\nThe Women Business Collaborative is a coalition of over 85 organizations and hundreds of business leaders committed to achieving equal position\, pay\, and power for all women in business. WBC advances this mission through collaboration\, advocacy\, action\, and accountability. \nKey Highlights: \n\nEngage with Leaders: Network with top professionals in sports\, business\, and policy.\nLearn from Experts: Gain insights from women who are leading the charge for gender equality.\nCelebrate Achievements: Honor the contributions of this year’s CEO and Trailblazer awardees.\n\nFor more information\, please contact us at events@wbcollaborative.org URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/in-the-arena-women-leading-sports/ LOCATION:National Press Club\, 529 14th St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20045\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250204T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250204T210000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20250123T214535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T191734Z UID:46292-1738695600-1738702800@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:National Girls & Women in Sports Day Film Screening DESCRIPTION:Days Hours Minutes Seconds \nNational Girls & Women in Sports Day Film Screening: The Herricanes \nFebruary 4\, 2025 | Angelika Film Center Pop-Up550 Penn St NE\, Washington\, DC 20025\n \n Click Here to Register\n \nJoin Us for an Inspiring Screening on National Girls and Women in Sports Day! \nCelebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day with the Women Business Collaborative and the UFL DC Defenders as we honor the trailblazing women of the Houston Herricanes\, the first full-tackle women’s football team from the 1970s. \nEvent Details📅 Date: February 4\, 2025⏰ Time: 7:00 PM📍 Location: Angelika Film Center Pop-Up – 550 Penn St NE\, Washington\, DC 20002🎟️ Tickets: $25 \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCnF9ReZrI8 \nThis event is part of the In the Arena Initiative by the Women Business Collaborative\, highlighting women’s leadership across the sports industry. Join us as we dive into the untold story of courage\, resilience\, and love for the game. Filmmaker Olivia Kuan explores the journey of the Houston Herricanes\, who defied odds\, stereotypes\, and challenges to pave the way for future generations of women in football. The Herricanes has been recognized with the Documentary Spotlight Audience Award and Special Jury Recognition at the 2023 South by Southwest Film Festival. \nTogether\, let’s celebrate the spirit of women in sports\, reflect on the progress made\, and explore how we can continue to champion women’s leadership in the nation’s most beloved game. \nDon’t miss this inspiring evening of film\, conversation\, and community. \nReserve your spot today! \n \n Click Here to Register URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/national-girls-women-in-sports-day-film-screening/ LOCATION:Angelika Pop-Up 550 Penn St NE\, Washington\, DC 20002\, USA\, 550 Penn St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Herricanes-Film-Screening-2.4.2025-v2-full-defenders-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250304T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250304T143000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20250202T191033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T081342Z UID:46737-1741093200-1741098600@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Power Players: General Counsels Shaping the DMV’s Sports Landscape DESCRIPTION:Power Players: General Counsels Shaping the DMV’s Sports Landscape \nMarch 4\, 2025 | Paul Hastings LLP2050 M St NW Washington\, D.C.\n \n Click Here to Register\n \nJoin us on March 4\, 2025\, for an engaging panel discussion spotlighting women at the forefront of legal leadership in the DMV’s dynamic sports industry. Hosted by Women Business Collaborative (WBC) and Paul Hastings LLP in Washington\, D.C.\, this event celebrates International Women’s Day 2025 and the impactful contributions of leaders shaping the region’s sports landscape. \nFeaturing insights from top legal executives representing the Washington Capitals\, Wizards\, Mystics and Spirit\, the UFL DC Defenders\, and D.C. United\, the event will explore pivotal legal trends\, career journeys\, and the ongoing rise of women’s business leadership in sports. \nEnjoy networking opportunities\, thought-provoking discussion\, and a chance to connect with trailblazing leaders in sports law. Registration is open to WBC members and the public—space is limited. \nThe Agenda\nAll times are listed in Eastern Time (ET) Additional details will be provided as they become available.\n\n\n\n March 4\, 2025\n \n\n1:00 pm: Arrival and Registration \n\n1:20 pm: Welcome & Introduction \n\nGwen K. Young\, CEO\, Women Business Collaborative\n\n\n1:30 pm: Panel Discussion \n\nAbby Blomstrom\, Executive Vice President & General Counsel\, Monumental Sports & Entertainment\nShameeka Quallo\, Chief Legal Officer\, Washington Spirit\nJessica Wright\, General Counsel\, D.C. United and DC Power FC\nTara Giunta\, WBC Board Advisor (Moderator)\n\n\n2:05 pm: Audience Q&A \n\n2:15 pm: Closing Remarks \n \n Click Here to Register\n \nSpeakers\nAbby Blomstrom\nExecutive Vice President & General Counsel\, Monumental Sports & EntertainmentAs Executive Vice President & General Counsel for Monumental Sports & Entertainment\, Abby Blomstrom is responsible for advising senior management on key legal and strategic matters as well as managing all legal matters for the organization’s sports and business operations. \nPrior to joining Monumental Sports & Entertainment\, Blomstrom served as assistant general counsel at AOL Inc.\, where she was the lead attorney for mergers and acquisitions and venture investments and was responsible for corporate legal matters. She earned her undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College and her law degree from Northwestern University School of Law. \nShameeka Quallo\nVice President and Chief Legal Officer\, Washington SpiritShameeka Quallo\, Esq. is the Vice President and Chief Legal Officer of the Washington Spirit\, where she leads Legal\, Human Resources\, and IT functions\, driving strategic vision and fostering a culture grounded in diversity\, equity\, and inclusion. As a business-savvy legal executive\, Shameeka provides strategic counsel to ownership and leadership on corporate decisions\, contracts\, and policy implications. \nShe is instrumental in negotiating major business contracts and developing policies that ensure compliance and mitigate organizational risk. Her leadership inspires high-performing teams and delivers measurable results. \nBefore joining the Spirit\, Shameeka held key legal and DEI roles across several sports organizations\, including Associate General Counsel and Senior Director of DEI for the Chicago Cubs\, Associate General Counsel and Director of DEI at International Speedway Corporation (motorsports)\, and Associate Counsel for the Ladies Professional Golf Association. In these roles\, she supported critical business initiatives across contract negotiation\, labor and employment\, compliance\, and litigation management. \nPreviously\, Shameeka spent a decade as an auditor with the National Futures Association\, conducting risk-based financial and compliance examinations to maintain market integrity in commodities\, options\, and forex trading. \nBeyond her professional roles\, Shameeka is committed to community service. She is Vice-Chair of the board of USA Weightlifting\, a board member of DC Scores\, and serves on the council of the James R. Jordan Boys & Girls Club. She formerly served as Board Chair of Junior Achievement of Volusia County and Vice-Chair of Delta House North. \nShameeka is a life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc.\, and she serves as an arbitrator with FINRA. \nJessica Wright\nGeneral Counsel\, D.C. United\, DC Power FC\, Audi Field and Segra Field \nJessica Wright is General Counsel for multiple entities including D.C. United\, a Major League Soccer team; DC Power FC\, a USL Super League team; Audi Field\, a 20\,000-seat stadium in Washington DC; Segra Field\, a 5\,000-seat stadium in Loudoun County\, VA; the Inova Performance Complex\, a state-of-the-art training facility in Loudoun County that is home to D.C. United\, DC Power FC\, Loudoun United FC\, and the Washington Spirit. \nJessica’s responsibilities include matters related to the teams\, venues\, employees\, new investors\, mergers and acquisitions\, real estate\, and corporate governance across the entire organization. In her current role\, she has worked to bring the XFL back to Audi Field; open the FanDuel Sportsbook at Audi Field; secure four separate front of jersey deals including the first cryptocurrency related front of jersey sponsorship deal in MLS; open and handle the naming rights for the Inova Performance Complex; bring in some of the biggest names in the sport as players and coaches; and secure and execute the 2023 MLS All-Star Game as well as the Broccoli City Festival\, both at Audi Field. \nShe is also currently engaged in building a high-rise residential building with an entertainment venue on the ground floor adjacent to Audi Field\, investigating building another stadium in the DMV\, and creating/obtaining additional franchises. Prior to accepting her current role\, Jessica was an associate attorney at a small firm in Manhattan Beach\, CA where she practiced in the fields of business\, contracts\, intellectual property\, and real estate law. Jessica has been a mediator since 1997 and a trained arbitrator since 2015. \nIn addition to associates degrees in English\, Psychology\, and Transfer Studies\, she obtained her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from San Diego State University\, J.D. from Southwestern Law School\, LL.M. in Entertainment and Media Law from Southwestern Law School\, and M.B.A. from California State University\, Monterey Bay. \nTara K. Giunta\nStrategic Risk Advisor\, Governance Expert \nTara K. Giunta recently retired as a partner in the global law firm\, Paul Hastings\, where she was Global Co-Chair\, ESG & Sustainable Finance practice and a member of the firm’s Investigations and White Collar Defense practice\, which is routinely recognized by the Global Investigations Review (GIR) as a leading investigations practice and one of a handful of global “elite” practice groups. Ms. Giunta is a recognized risk\, strategy and compliance expert and advisor to global companies on corporate governance and enterprise risk management. She advises C-suites and boards in identifying and mitigating risks\, developing and enhancing compliance programs\, investigating and remediating wrongdoing and/or internal control weaknesses\, conducting compliance-related due diligence in M&A and other commercial transactions\, and developing reporting and disclosure frameworks. \n \nAbout WBC’s In the Arena Initiative \nWomen Business Collaborative (WBC) is an unprecedented alliance of 85+ partner organizations\, 65+ corporate sponsors and hundreds of business leaders building a movement to achieve equal position\, pay\, and power for all women in business. \nIn the Arena builds a bridge between sports industries and the wider corporate arena\, empowers more women to step into leadership positions and creates a stronger\, more diverse workforce. \nBy being part of WBC’s Women’s Leadership in the Sports Industry Initiative\, your company will be making a strategic investment in the future of business and sports\, building an ecosystem for women to advance into leadership positions in not only the sports industry\, but in all business. \nThrough partnering with WBC\, your organization will be positioned to: \n\nEnhance brand reputation & corporate responsibility\nStrengthen your brand’s association with diversity and athletic excellence\nAttract & retain top women talent with athletic leadership skills\nNetwork with key stakeholders and influence policy & industry change\nBoost financial & cultural performance by supporting women leaders\nBe part of the movement shaping the future of sports & business URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/power-players-general-counsels-shaping-the-dmvs-sports-landscape/ LOCATION:Paul Hastings LLP\, 2050 M St NW\, Washington\, DC\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IWD-power-players-featured-image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250306T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250306T173000 DTSTAMP:20260616T063929 CREATED:20250304T224539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T072259Z UID:48253-1741276800-1741282200@www.wbcollaborative.org SUMMARY:Accelerate Action: Empowering Women in Cybersecurity & AI DESCRIPTION:Days Hours Minutes Seconds \nAccelerate Action: Empowering Women in Cybersecurity & AI\nMarch 6\, 20254:30-5:30 PM  | Virtual\nRegister\n \nWomen Business Collaborative (WBC) and Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF) are proud to present Accelerate Action: Empowering Women in Cybersecurity & AI\, a virtual event celebrating International Women’s Day 2025. \nThis program brings together two powerful organizations committed to advancing women’s leadership in technology and business\, combining WBC’s mission of achieving equal position\, pay\, and power for all women in business with ITSMF’s dedication to increasing Black representation in senior technology roles. \nThis public event will convene distinguished policy makers\, industry leaders\, and technology executives for an evening of meaningful dialogue and networking. The program will explore critical themes at the intersection of innovation\, security\, and inclusive leadership\, addressing how diverse leadership perspectives are essential for navigating the complex landscape of emerging technologies. \nRegister\n \n \nAgenda\nAll times are listed in Eastern Time (ET)\n\n\n\n March 6\, 2025\n \n\n4:00 pm: Stream Start \n\n4:05 pm: Welcoming Remarks \n\n4:10 pm: Fireside Chat \n\nAlicia Little; Chief Executive Officer\, AI InnoVision\nJohanna Jones; President & CEO\, ITSMF (Moderator)\n\n\n4:35 pm: Audience Q&A \n\n4:45 pm: Panel Discussion \n\nYasmin Banerjee; Director of Professional Services\, Akamai Technologies\nSherron Burgess; Global Senior Vice President and CISO\, BCD Travel\nGwen K. Young; CEO\, Women Business Collaborative\n\n\n5:10 pm: Audience Q&A \n\n5:25 pm: Closing Remarks URL:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/accelerate-action-empowering-women-in-cybersecurity-ai/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wbcollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IWD_ITSMFWBC-placeholder.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR