10th Annual OLP Women's Symposium Program

FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 2024 Historic OLP Campus, San Diego, California

Women leaders mentoring and inspiring young women to become changemakers in our global society.

Funds raised from this event support the Carondelet Annual Fund

Keynote Conversation WITH ROCSI DIAZ Emmy Award-winning Television Host

Rocsi Diaz is widely recognized as the former co-host of BET’s immensely popular mega music show, 106 & Park. Currently, Rocsi serves as a contributor at ABC’s GMA, GMA3, and ABC News. She served as the Host of FOX’s singing competition show, Alter Ego, alongside judges will.i.am, Alanis Morrissette, Grimes, and Nick Lachey. Rocsi has also served as a cohost and daily correspondent on CBS’s Entertainment Tonight, where she was known for setting the tone for what’s hot in music, movies, and entertainment. Her talent for nabbing exclusive interviews has made her a favorite figure on any red carpet she covers with stars like Will Smith, The Rock, and Halle Berry always stopping to say hello. She reached over 85 million homes worldwide during her time with 106 & Park and was in over 20 major FM markets in the United States with her popular syndicated radio show “Rocsi on the Radio”. Rocsi has since been seen hosting for E! News Live from the red-carpet Live Stream, hosting CNN/HLN’s The Daily Share, People Magazine’s Chatter, and VH1’s Behind The Movie. With a massive social media presence, Rocsi reaches millions of followers across all social media platforms with recent brand endorsement deals stemming from Patron, Walmart, Ciroc, Cricket Wireless, and many more. On the film side, DUTCH II, starring Rocsi alongside Macy Gray, is expected to hit theaters soon. Additionally, she is a regular guest host on MTV’s Ridiculousness.

Women’s Symposium Steering Committee Kimberly King, Honorary Chair Jamie Flannery Jessica Helwig ’08 Monica Hickey Gale Hill Vanessa Leyba Ashley McNulty Dr. Brandy Sato Christine Wilson ’04

Thank you to the follwing individuals for making the 10th Annual OLP Women’s Symposium a success Stephanie Brown, Kimberly King, and Sharon Smith

Schedule 7:45 Check-in & Vendor Marketplace Location: St. Joseph’s Plaza and Sloper Student Commons 8:10 Open Ceremony & Keynote Location: Holy Family Event Center 9:00 Break & Vendor Marketplace Location: St. Joseph’s Plaza and Sloper Student Commons 9:20 Session 1 10:00 Break & Vendor Marketplace Location: St. Joseph’s Plaza and Sloper Student Commons 10:20 Session 2 11:00 Break & Vendor Marketplace Location: St. Joseph’s Plaza and Sloper Student Commons 11:20 Session 3 12:00- Break & Vendor Marketplace Location: St. Joseph’s Plaza and Sloper Student Commons 12:20 Closing Ceremony Location: Aquinas Amphitheatre & Lower Plaza 12:45 Vendor Marketplace Location: St. Joseph’s Plaza and Sloper Student Commons

“Together We Rise” Original Song WRITTEN BY: Abigail Arnold ‘24, Allyson Diaz ‘24, Ava Harris ‘24,

Maya May ‘24, Maura Roberts ‘24 and Patricio A. Pickslay PRODUCED BY: Patricio A. Pickslay, Pacific Records, Inc.

PERFORMED BY: Abigail Arnold ‘24, Allyson Diaz ‘24, Ava Harris ‘24, Maya May ‘24, and Maura Roberts ‘24

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LIFESTYLE BUSINESS & CAREERS GOVERNMENT & LEGAL SYSTEM MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT SOCIAL JUSTICE

Session 1 9:20 am - 10:00 am

ARTS STEM & HEALTHCARE

“LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! LIFE IN MOVIE PRODUCTION” | CAMPUS MINISTRY Bringing God’s message to the masses by infiltrating Hollywood with a secular name and a Holy Agenda.

SPEAKER: Holly Carney

“SAVING LIVES: GIRLS DON’T DO THAT” | CIRCLE DRIVE From the sound of sirens to the smell of smoke, learn what it takes to help save lives and become a leader in fire and rescue services.

SPEAKERS: Captain Alma Lowry ‘92 & San Diego Fire-Rescue

“GLAM FOR THE STARS” | AQUINAS AMPHITHEATRE Get ready to elevate your beauty game to A-list status! Expert glam artists will share their tips, tricks and experiences when glamming for the stars.

SPEAKERS: Darcy Aguayo & Zayra Rayo

“SERVING COUNTRY AND COMMUNITY” | NAVARRA 100 Embark on an inspiring journey from military service to nonprofit leadership. Gain insights into the transformative power of blending strategy with compassion, and how this fusion contributes to the success and impact of nonprofit organizations.

SPEAKER: Carol Dedrich

“DARE TO LEAD: KNOW, OWN AND LIVE YOUR VOICE” | NAVARRA 101 Learn from a seasoned TEDx speaker and transformational leader the techniques to find your calling, “Know, Own, and Live Your Voice.”

SPEAKER: Manna Ko

“WOMEN AT THE HELM OF CITY GOVERNMENT” | SHILEY 120 Meet some of the women running the City who will share their insights on tackling complex municipal challenges. Public service includes a wide range of career options from city planning and permitting data analytics and finance to environmental science. There is a place for everyone in the City where together we rise and overcome adversity.

SPEAKERS: Paola Avila ‘93, Venus Molina & Kirby Brady

“BEYOND A CAREER IN FINANCE, EMBRACING COMMUNITY BUILDING” | SHILEY 120 Gain greater insights into nurturing interpersonal relationships with business partners to build better together.

SPEAKER: Adriana Brunner

“HEALTHCARE REIMAGINED” | SHILEY 122 Hear from two accomplished providers who have divergent trajectories in healthcare, embracing uncertainties that result in critical care situations.

SPEAKERS: Kourtney Rodriguez & Victoria Greene

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Session 2 10:20 am - 11:00 am “THE POWER WITHIN YOU” | CAMPUS MINISTRY Join the Mayor of San Marcos to discuss the importance of unifying female voices to shine bright through inner strength and diversity.

SPEAKER: Rebecca Jones

“HEFORSHE: MEN CHAMPIONING WOMEN” | CIRCLE DRIVE Men who stand in solidarity with women to create a bold, visible and united force for gender equality.

SPEAKERS: Adam Day, Ronson Shamoun, & Troy Robertson

“CREATING POP CULTURE” | HOLY FAMILY EVENT CENTER Hear about an alumna’s experience navigating the world of PR, celebrities, fashion and more on the cutting edge of today’s pop culture.

SPEAKER: Dr. Irma Penunuri ‘04

“SPILL THE REALI-TEA” | AQUINAS AMPHITHEATRE Chat with Executive Producer Megan Kropf and “sip the tea” on all things Hollywood in the world of reality television, podcasting and digital media.

SPEAKER: Megan Kropf

“BREAKING DOWN BIAS: UNDERSTANDING & RESPONDING TO SEXISM” | NAVARRA 100 Participants will explore the multifaceted nature of sexism in its overt and more subtle manifestations.

Learn to identify instances of sexism and other forms of bias across various contexts through interactive activities and discussion. Deepen your understanding of sexism and empower yourself to create positive change in your personal and professional spheres.

SPEAKER: Rachel Sato

“JUSTICE SEEKERS” | SHILEY 120 This daughter/mother dynamic duo will share their experiences of the challenges and rewards of working in the legal profession. Expect an uplifting and humorous discussion from two OLP alumnae.

SPEAKERS: Judge Alana Robinson ‘81 & Kate Googins ‘10

“MEDICINE IN THE MILITARY” | SHILEY 121 Hear firsthand experiences from a Naval neurologist and a Marine surgeon who chose a life of service to their country while saving lives on land and sea.

SPEAKER: Dr. Megan Coughlin ‘08 & Dr. Emma Fisher

“THE STELLA FOUNDATION: EMPOWERING WOMEN-LED BUSINESSES” | SHILEY 122 Meet the Founder and President of The Stella Foundation, a company with the vision of equal representation of female founders and funders across the venture table.

SPEAKER: Dr. Silvia Mah

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Session 3 11:20 am - 12:00 pm “WOMEN LEADERS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT AND INTELLIGENCE” | CAMPUS MINISTRY Hear from women who have been navigating the challenging, dynamic, and nontraditional female roles in law enforcement and intelligence.

SPEAKERS: Commander Christina Ralph, Karly King, Captain Miriam Foxx & Sergeant Sarah Sutter

“SISTER TALK!” | CIRCLE DRIVE Are you wondering what it’s like after you leave the green gates of OLP? Come speak with recently graduated OLP alumnae in all different stages of life to hear their experiences and advice on entering the “real world.”

SPEAKERS: Alyssa Garcia ‘19, Catherine Tarlov ‘21, Julia Torres ‘22, Kaitlyn Gomez ‘12, Kaseba Chibweth ‘19, & Marcela Miranda-Caballero ‘13

“BEHIND THE SCENES: FEMALES IN MUSIC” | HOLY FAMILY EVENT CENTER From genres like classical to pop, Latin to electronic, engage with a powerhouse music producer who has performed with some of the top names in the music industry.

SPEAKER: Esther Anaya

“#GROWNSTRONG” | AQUINAS AMPHITHEATRE Join the founder of Grown Strong and Nike Represented Crossfit Athlete, Lauren Fisher, to be inspired by her story; not just one of athletic achievements but a story of determination and the beauty of growing strong against all odds.

SPEAKER: Lauren Fisher

“SHE NAILS IT: WOMEN IN INDUSTRIAL TRADES” | NAVARRA 100 Gain insights from professionals charting a path in typically male-dominated careers.

SPEAKERS: Christine La Marca, Marceline Michelle Sciuto ’79 & Toni Russo

“CREATING A CAREER IN MEDIA” | NAVARRA 101 Learn about media career opportunities and personal experience from a 20-year media veteran and local San Diego TV host and personality.

SPEAKER: Kimberly King

“YOU ARE NOT ALONE – TOGETHER, WE CAN STAND UP AGAINST HARASSMENT AND DISCRIMINATION” | SHILEY 120 Have you ever questioned if what someone has said or done to you was wrong? Have you been afraid to tell because you’re worried about the outcome? You’re not alone, it is very common. Learn techniques to know how, when, where, and why to speak up safely and confidently.

SPEAKERS: Jenna Rangel ‘98 & Christy Heiskala

“YOU CAN HAVE IT ALL!” | SHILEY 121 Cyndi achieved every goal she set in her life: from flying helicopters in the Navy, to becoming a Medical Doctor and Surgical Dermatologist, an Author and Podcaster, as well as a wife and mother of five children.

Cyndi loves to inspire and challenge everyone to find joy and happiness in life at all stages.

SPEAKER: Dr. Cyndi Peterson

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“THE LIFE”: JOURNEYS INTO, THROUGH, AND OUT OF TRAFFICKING” | SHILEY 122 A discussion regarding how to recognize the risk factors that make young people vulnerable to trafficking, learn about GenerateHope’s solution for survivors, and hear the stories of two individuals inspired for different reasons to enter the field of anti-trafficking.

SPEAKERS: Wheeler Fisher & Keelin Washington

Vendor

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Artsybeauties.co Benediction Beads-Rosaries, Décor & Gifts colorSTREET Common Grounds Girl Scouts San Diego Good Eats Gourmet Haeggquist & Eck, LLP Inspired Designs Kendra Scott OLP Alumnae Council OLP Spirit Table Per Diem Design Lab Purposed.SD SD Fire Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet Travel Boutique Upcycle Pop-Up Boutique with OLP’s Share to Care Club and OLP’s Thrift Club

Thank You TO OUR SPONSORS

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List of Speakers Darcy Aguayo Celebrity Makeup Artist

Kate (Robinson) Googins ’10 Associate at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher , LLP

Esther Anaya DJ, Singer, Songwriter, Music Producer

Victoria Greene Nurse at Links Healthcare Group LLC

Paola (Gorostiza) Avila ’93 Chief of Staff for Mayor Todd Gloria

Christy Heiskala Survivor Advocate and Business Coordinator

Adriana Brunner My Point Credit Union, VP Community Business & Development

Rebecca Jones First Female Mayor of San Marcos

Holly Carney Film Maker

Karly King Criminal Intelligence Analyst at the San Diego Law Enforcement Coordination Center

Kaseba Chibweth ’19 Student at Loyola University Chicago, Podcast Host, and Racial Equality and Social Justice Advocate Dr. Mary Megan Coughlin ’08 US Navy Physician

Adam Day Chief Administrative Officer of the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation

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Kimberly King Owner of Kimberly King Media

Manna Ko Founder and CEO of HumannaTea

Megan Kropf Producer, Creator and Founder of LadyK Media

Carol Dedrich Chief Executive Officer, Girl Scouts San Diego

Christine LaMarca CPA, Supervisor at The Kevane Company, and President of the California Rental & Housing Association

Dr. Emma Fisher US Navy Physician

Captain Alma (Chappell) Lowry ’92 City of San Diego Fire-Rescue Department

Lauren Fisher Nike-represented CrossFit Athlete and Entrepreneur

Dr. Silvia Mah CEO of She Invests! and Director of Innovation at Biola University

Wheeler Fisher Philanthropic Relations Manager at GenerateHope

Marcela Miranda-Caballero ’13 Executive Director for California Ranked Choice Voting Coalition

Miriam Foxx Captain, Chula Vista Police Department Investigations Divisions

Dr. Irma Penunuri ’04 Owner of Jypsy Management and PR, Owner of BurgerRock Media

Alyssa Garcia ’19 Game Test Analyst, DZ–X Contractor at Sony Interactive Entertainment

Dr. Cyndi Peterson Retired Navy Pilot, Retired Dermatologist, Speaker, Author, Podcaster

Kaitlyn (Gomez) Garrett ’12 City of San Diego Youth Services Librarian

Commander Christina Ralph San Diego Sheriff’s Department

Jenna Rangel ’98 Partner at Haeggquist & Eck LLP

Ronson Shamoun CEO of RJS Law and Owner of Cafe Bella

Zayra Rayo Celebrity Hair Stylist

Marceline Michelle Sciuto ’79 Senior Director, Operations Support at San Diego Unified School District

Troy Robertson Financial Advisor and Copley Financial Group, Inc.

Sergeant Sarah Sutter San Diego Police Department

Judge Alana (Wong) Robinson ’81 CA Superior Court Judge

Catherine Tarlov ’21 OLP Performing Arts Assistant Director

Kourtney Rodriguez Registered Nurse at Arrive Health and Wellness

Julia Torres ’22 3/C Midshipman at the United States Naval Academy, and Founder of the OLP Shine Bright Scholarship

Toni Russo Associate Director of Employee Health and Safety at Acadeia Pharmeceuticals

Keelin Washington Program Specialist and Survivor Advocate, GenerateHope

Rachel Sato Associate Director of the AntiDefamation League San Diego

Board of Trustees Dr. Lauren Lek, Head of School Timothy Truxaw, Chair Paul Baribault Cara (Persichetti) Beauvais ‘06 Francesca Castagnola-Pizzo Monsignor Richard Duncanson Chris Herrera Dr. Steven Jones Deacon Lane Litke Sr. Ann Bernard O’Shea Alana (Wong) Robinson ‘81 Michele Schiele-Iannuccilli ‘85 Dr. Seanna Thompson ‘93 Joel Tubao Danitza (Ramirez) Villanueva ‘98

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JUNE 17- JULY 19 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

ACTIVITIES INCLUDED:

PROGRAMS FOR: Stargazers r - Future 3rd Graders Pilotettes - Future 4th Graders

Aero Angels - Future 5th Graders Aviators - Future 6th Graders

Field Trips STEAM activities Produce a podcast and video content in a studio Art Robotics Science, including biology marine science nature, bioscape Dance Creative Writing Social Studies Mock Trial Debate Entrepreneurship Water Activities Hiking

Navigators - Future 7th Graders

Limited Spots Available Enroll your daughter today! $1,000 PER CAMPER COMMITMENT $275 FOR ONE WEEK (No Camp June 19 and July 4)

SPORTS CAMPS SUMMER 2024 SPEND SOME TIME AT OLP THIS SUMMER! The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is thrilled to offer exciting athletic camps for girls!

Girls can experience the magic of an all girls’ school environment through a wide variety of athletic camps that are taught by our experienced OLP faculty, coaches, and alumnae.

Athletic Camps: $250 each Ages: • 10-15 PAG E 8

• Rising 6th-8th Graders • OLP Incoming 9th Graders

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CLASS OF

2023 100%

of graduates accepted

257

unique colleges & universities

992

admissions offers

$28,534,861

amount of merit based scholarships received

3 out of 4

graduates were offered a merit based scholarship

$163,056

average amount of merit based scholarships per student

1 out of 5

first gen college student

1 out of 3

plans on majoring in a STEM field

91

UC acceptances

105

CSU acceptances

Academy of Our Lady of Peace Mission Statement Founded and rooted in the gospel values of the Catholic Church and the charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, the Academy of Our Lady of Peace empowers young women in an innovative learning environment that honors the individual while fostering community, and develops faith-filled leaders dedicated to the love of god and the dear neighbor without distinction.

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