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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
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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
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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
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