Ft. Lauderdale
February 2, 2026
SPEAKER
Cultivate the professional and leadership development of women in employee ownership, foster holistic personal growth, and build a vibrant, supportive community. Accelerate women ’ s individual contributions and maximize their collective impact within EO companies.
SPEAKER
REQUIREMENTS
Content should be 40% presenter-led education, 60% hands-on small group activity
Activity session titles, descriptions, and learning objectives are fixed. You are applying to speak in one of the sessions outlined on page 2.
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Session Topics & Objectives
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FROMVISIONTOIMPACT:ALEADER’S JOURNEYINEMPLOYEEOWNERSHIP
Gain inspiration and practical insights from a successful leadership journey in an EO context.
Understand how to cultivate and project an authentic leadership presence as you grow within your ESOP company.
Identify key moments of influence and effective communication in a leadership journey
Recognize the vital role of self-advocacy and mentorship in personal and professional development within an employee-owned environment
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LEADINGWHEREYOUARE:INFLUENCE WITHOUTAUTHORITY
Identify and apply various leadership styles appropriate for different situations
Develop strategies for influencing without formal authority
Practice owning your voice and communicating assertively
Reflect on personal leadership strengths and areas for growth. BUILDINGARESILIENTYOU:NAVIGATING
Develop personalized strategies for cultivating resilience and mental well-being
Identify practical techniques for managing stress, burnout, and mental load
Learn effective approaches for navigating conflict
Draw inspiration from real-world stories of overcoming adversity
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Strengthen financial literacy for personal and professional growth.
Identify strategies for personal wealth creation and management
Understand pathways for leaving a lasting professional and personal legacy
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Grasp the transformative power of mentorship and community
Learn practical steps for identifying and approaching potential mentors
Develop strategies for cultivating a strong professional network.
Gain inspiration from diverse mentorship experiences
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