2024 Women Empowering Women Conference Program

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A WOMEN’S CONFERENCE CAREFULLY CURATED BY

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Here’s what to expect

PROGRAM We will have a five minute light-exercise session after each session to keep your body and mind active

11:30 AM

Registration, Vendor, and Making Connections

12:20 PM

Welcome and Introductions

12:30 PM

Session One: Goal-Getter’s Guide to Success

1:35 PM

Session Two: The Brand Lab

3:15 PM

Session Three: The Confidence Code - Decoded A Panel Discussion

4:15 PM

Session Four: Soulful Serenity: Mindfulness and

5:05 PM

Closing Remarks

5:15 PM

Apps, Cocktail, and Connections

Gratitude in Action

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Sponsors

PREMIER SPONSORS

OUR SUPPORTING SPONSORS The Arc of Monroe County, NYSARC Inc. Beyond TalentEdge | Authentica DePaul Farmhouse Table LLC J. Morgan Levy Firm, PLLC KPMG LLP New York Kitchen Rochester Public Library Starbridge We are grateful to the generous sponsors whose unwavering support has made this conference a reality. Your commitment to empowering women, building strong relationships, and fostering professional and personal development is truly instrumental in shaping the success of this conference. Thank Thank you! you!

SESSION ONE

Goal-getter’s Guide to Success 40 MINUTES:

Goal Setting & Crushing It! Maureen and Maria will guide us through the intricacies of tapping into our Inner Coach, from enhancing our approach to establishing empowering goals, along with strategies for elevating our businesses or roles.

Uncover the keys to successful goal setting, utilizing your inner resilience to surmount obstacles. Discover the art of crafting a systematic approach for defining, monitoring, and reveling in each milestone on your journey.

This engaging conversation serves as your blueprint for both personal and professional triumphs. Brace yourself to establish, pursue, and surpass your goals, unlocking the extraordinary potential that resides within you.

Maureen Ballatori (above) Founder + CEO, Agency 29

Maria Kast (left) Founder + Consultant, Core Leadership

let’s stay in touch! maureen@agency-29.com / maria@leadwithcore.com

SESSION TWO

The Brand Lab

40 MINUTES:

Unlocking Opportunities: Elevating Your Personal Brand!

At the intersection of who you are and who you know, there is incredible opportunity. Join Sharon Napier, one of the Top 100 Most Influential Women in Advertising, to learn how to create and elevate your personal brand so you maximize your connections and open doors to new opportunities.

No matter where you are in your career, you will leave with a plan of action to leverage your value.

Hi, I’m Sharon Napier

Executive Chair & Founder Partners + Napier

email me! sharon.napier@partnersandnapier.com

SESSION TWO

The Brand Lab

35 MINUTES:

Unlocking Success: The Secrets of a Well Dressed Brand Embark on a transformative journey promising to redefine your perceived value and professional presence. Toi Sweeney, the creative force behind 'Secrets of a Well Dressed Brand,' will unveil the keys to elevate your personal brand, sharing strategies to magnify your unique brilliance. This session not only imparts valuable insights but also includes a best-selling book (valued at $35) by our speaker, providing an in-depth exploration that extends beyond the conference.

My name is Toi Sweeney

CEO & Founder The Well Dressed Brand Agency and author of “Secrets of a Well Dressed Brand”

hit me up! toi.sweeney@gmail.com

SESSION THREE

The Confidence Code: Decoded Moderated by

Andrea Holland, Holland Communications, LLC

50 MINUTES:

Sydney Bell, Manager, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, ESL Federal Credit Union

Agathi Georgiou-Graham Founder/Owner, Arbor Venues

Melissa Mueller-Douglas, LMSW, CEO, MYRetreat Inc.

Michelle Schleher President & CEO AAC Contracting, LLC

Erin Tolefree President & CEO, Baldwin Richardson Foods

Join us for an interactive discussion of strength, resilience, and success. We’re going to dispel the myths surrounding confidence. It's not about pretending to be perfect; it's about embracing our uniqueness and learning from our experiences. Confidence is not a destination; it's a journey. So, let's set the stage for a collective experience.

Together, we'll decode the confidence mysteries, share stories, and leave with a renewed sense of empowerment. We’ll dive into understanding the unique aspects of confidence for women and adopt practical strategies for success. Get ready to unlock your full potential, and let's decode confidence together and make confidence a shared language of success!

contact information

available by request

SESSION FOUR

Soulful Serenity: Mindfulness in Action 25 MINUTES:

Calming the Chaos Through Mindfulness

Hello, I’’m Natalie Grigg

Amidst the chaos of everyday life, cultivating mindfulness becomes an invaluable tool for women to harness their inner strength and resilience. Discover the transformative power of mindfulness as we dive into practical techniques designed to foster a deeper connection with oneself and focus on your daily life. This session is only the beginning to your personal journey to cultivate a peaceful mind, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being. Participants will come away embracing self-compassion as a cornerstone for empowerment, learning to tap into inner resilience to stand tall in the face of adversity, understand and manage emotions effectively to navigate challenges and setbacks, and unravel the power of the present-moment. Leave feeling equipped with the tools to infuse mindfulness into your daily lives, fostering a sense of empowerment, resilience, and unwavering presence. This session aims to ignite the spark of empowerment within every woman, enabling them to navigate their journeys with newfound clarity, confidence, and grace.

Experience Supervising Partner Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP stay connected! ngrigg@woodsdefaultservices.com

SESSION FOUR

Soulful Serenity: Mindfulness in Action 15 MINUTES:

The Transformational Power of Gratitude We’ll close out our day with a call to action!

You’ll leave feeling inspired with a collective commitment to fostering a culture of gratitude, where kindness and appreciation become integral parts of our interactions at work and beyond. We’ll delve into the profound impact of cultivating gratitude in our lives and how embracing gratitude can empower you to navigate life's challenges with resilience and joy. Join us as we explore the liberating power of gratitude, not only towards others but also towards ourselves. This enlightening discussion will inspire you to foster gratitude as integral components of your personal growth and well-being.

Hi there! I’m Krystle Ellis

Founder and Chief Culture Analyst Ellis K. Consulting

email me krystle@elliskconsulting.com

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