Empowering Women in Leadership
Training and Development Network invites you to celebrate the broad array of current and aspiring women in leadership from across the diverse field of industries and careers.
April 9 - 10, 2019  ·  The Penn Stater Conference Center

Empowering Women in Leadership celebrates the relevance and advancement of current and aspiring women in leadership, with a focus on intersectionality. Join us for an opportunity to share knowledge, enhance your skills, and create long-lasting relationships with like-minded women. 

Agenda
Tuesday, April 9
8:30 AM
8:30 AM
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Resilient, progressive, and strategic change management skills can be taught, sharpened, and exercised to equip you to manage the change that comes your way.
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Light Refreshments
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
“Imposter Phenomenon,” the situation when mostly women (and some men) feel anxious about their "right" to be in their professional role. Often referred to as “Imposter Syndrome,” it remains relevant today.
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Buffet
1:15 PM - 3:00 PM
1:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Learn about communication style, conscious communication, thinking on your feet, direct and inferred communication, and how to get what you want with different personality types.
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Beverage and Light Snacks
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Now more than ever, it is imperative for success that women professionals are adept at creating and nurturing BOTH online and offline relationships.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Win Tickets to the PSU Center of Performing Arts and other prizes!
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Provided in part by your conference registration.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
All women who self-identify as a person of color are welcome to join us for a conference hosted dinner.
Wednesday, April 10
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Breakfast Buffet at The Gardens restaurant.
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM
8:45 AM - 10:00 AM
8:45 AM - 10:00 AM
The time is here to shift that mindset. We are strong leaders and this is not about a battle between the sexes, but about breaking the stereotypes and really bringing out the leaders in us without compromising our essence.
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM
A recent study in the American Economic Review reported that women volunteer for ‘non-promotable’ tasks more than men; that women are more frequently asked to take such tasks on; and that when asked, they are more likely to say yes.
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Buffet
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Dr. Wolfe will outline what she sees as the three core competencies of courage necessary for effective leadership: the courage to put integrity above image, the courage to speak up, and the courage to be true to yourself.
2:15 PM - 2:30 PM
2:15 PM - 2:30 PM
Beverage and Light Snacks
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Stop leaving money on the table and confidently reclaim the value of the time and significance you bring to an employer.
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
4:30 PM
4:30 PM
Speakers
Doctoral Student and University Communicator
Penn State
Marketing and Communications Specialist College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, Penn State University
Financial Consultant | Speaker | Author
Bri Jones is a Speaker, Creative Author and Financial Consultant with over 18 years of experience. She is passionate about providing guidance, strategic tools and inspiration to women and youth to obtain a healthy foundation for success.
Director of Continuing Education
Marshall University
Director of Local Government and Community Relations Penn State University
CEO and Executive Coach
Ebenum Equation
Author | Speaker | Mind-Body Expert
Director, Educational Equity, Penn State University Owner, Training and Development Network LLC
Owner, HerPowerMoves, [Un]Networking Events for Busy Professional Women
Success Coach | Speaker | Author
Authentic Factor
Tahira is a Success Coach/ Speaker running her own practice and working with individuals & groups to overcome barriers.

Angela Rogers, MS

Marketing and Communications Specialist College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, Penn State University

Bri Jones, MBA

Bri Jones is a Speaker, Creative Author and Financial Consultant with over 18 years of experience. She is passionate about providing guidance, strategic tools and inspiration to women and youth to obtain a healthy foundation for success.

Charima Young

Director of Local Government and Community Relations Penn State University

Melissa Walker, Ph.D.

Director, Educational Equity, Penn State University Owner, Training and Development Network LLC

Tahira Bharmal

Tahira is a Success Coach/ Speaker running her own practice and working with individuals & groups to overcome barriers.

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Sponsors
Emerald
LOCATION
The Penn Stater Conference Center, 215 Innovation Boulevard, State College, PA 16803
Map
Location: The Penn Stater Conference Center, 215 Innovation Boulevard, State College, PA 16803

Currently sponsored by local businesses and Penn State University, Empowering Women in Leadership celebrates the relevance and advancement of current and aspiring women in leadership, with a focus on intersectionality. Join us for an opportunity to share knowledge, enhance leadership skills, and create long-lasting relationships with like-minded women. Included in your registration is access to all sessions, morning and afternoon refreshments, and a high quality dining experience offered at The Gardens buffet for lunch on both days of the conference.