The 27th Annual Women’s Leadership Conference, sponsored in part by Booz Allen Hamilton, to be held on March 9th at the McLean Hilton in Tysons Corner, will celebrate “The Power of Purpose” and explore women’s roles as leaders in all aspects of life, including government, education and entrepreneurship.
Sharing their diverse paths to success, this year’s roster of speakers already includes several prominent women, with more being announced soon. Confirmed speakers include: Robin Chase, Founder, Zipcar & Buzzcar; Amy Goodman, entrepreneur and author of “Wear This, Toss That!”; Deborah Phelps, Director of The Educational Foundation of Baltimore Public Schools; Vice Admiral Ann Rondeau, Strategy and Transformation Partner, IBM; Dr. Teresa Sullivan, President of the University of Virginia; and Maria de Fatima Lima da Veiga, Ambassador of Cape Verde.
Concurrent Sessions include: "Why You Didn’t Get the Job," presented by Diane Cashin, "Strengthening Your Leading Voice," presented by Bonnie Kawchuk, "Leading Millenials: Clues for a Dynamic Workplace," presented by Lori Ermi, "Leading With Grit and Grace," presented by Leslie Williams & Sheila Haji, "Sharpen Your SPEAKability - Increase Your Impact," presented by Jan Fox, "Aging Beautifully: Natural Prescriptions for Aging Gracefully, presented by Eva Swersey & Kara Tull, "Yoga and Stress - Don’t Let Fight or Flight Control Your Life," presented by Margo Boster.
The event takes place from 8:00a.m. to 3:30p.m., and includes continental breakfast, luncheon, raffle and door prizes. There will also be breakout sessions, networking opportunities, exhibitors and book signings.
Registration fees are $165 for Donor Circle Members, or $195 for non-members. Sponsorships are available from $2,750 for a table as well as leadership sponsorships.
For additional information, or to register, call 703-281-4928 x208 or visit The Women’s Center website at www.thewomenscenter.org.
