The 2024 California Conference for Women

Keynote Speakers:

Prime Minister, New Zealand (2017-2023); Senior Fellow, Harvard University; Special Envoy, Christchurch Call to Action; Board Member, The Earthshot Prize

Artificial Intelligence Expert, Artist & Founder, Algorithmic Justice League

Award-Winning Actress, producer, and NYT Best-selling Author

Opinion Section  Host & Writer, The New York Times, podcast Host, First Person & former NPR Journalist

Chef/Partner of Arlo Grey, Host of Bravo’s Top Chef, Producer & Author

Global Impact Leader and Executive Director, BeyGood

Pulitzer Prize winning New York Times Reporter; Four-time James Beard award recipient Food Writer; Author.

First Partner of California, Co-Founder of California Partners Project, Founder of the Representation Project, Award-Winning Filmmaker, and Mother of Four

NOTE: All speakers are subject to change.

What to Expect at the 2024 Conference

Full access to a day of programming that includes:

• Inspirational and cutting-edge program of keynote speakers
• Opportunity to choose from 10 breakout sessions across multiple tracks including leadership, career and personal development
• Morning Mentor Moments featuring panels with Conference board members and local community leaders to answer your most pressing career questions and share invaluable lessons
• Timely content and actionable skill-building sessions featuring experts on the Learning Burst Stage
• Structured and informal networking opportunities with peers and our sponsors
• Full access to the Interactive Hall featuring women-owned businesses and non-profits, lounge areas, wellness opportunities and fun activities to support your development at work and in life
• Robust career services including first come first serve 1:1 coaching sessions and resume reviews
• Complimentary boxed lunch and reserved seating for the keynote session

Plus, a BIG added bonus: Your ticket also gives you access to the all-day Virtual National Conference for Women celebrating Women’s History Month on March 14, 2024. This first-ever event will bring together tens of thousands of women from California and our sister conferences in Pennsylvania, Texas, and Massachusetts.

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Breakout Speakers:

CHRO, PLUME

VP, Talent, Development & Inclusion, Gilead

Chief Marketing Officer, Klaviyo

Chief Development Officer, Silicon Valley Education Foundation

SVP, Cancer Immunology & Cell Therapy TRC, Bristol Myers Squibb

Meteorologist, NBC Bay Area

Sr VP, Global Human Resources, Cadence

VP, Engineering, Core Data, Google

Regional Vice President, Audacy

Co-founder, Future Forum

Managing Director, Commercial Strategy & New Products, Alaska Airlines

John L. Loeb Associate Professor, Humanities and Associate Professor, African & African American Studies, Harvard University; Author, The Rise

Executive Director, California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls

Founder, The Career Contessa

Professor, Psychological & Brain Sciences, Indiana University; Founding Director, Summer Institute, Stanford University; Author, Cultures of Growth; Founder and CEO, Equity Accelerator

CFO, Wing, a drone delivery company & an Alphabet subsidiary and Board Member, Netscout, Sofi Bank & Lazy Dog Restaurants

Director, Alphabet Regulatory Response, Investigations & Strategy, Google and Board Member, CA Conference for Women

Managing Director, United Airlines

Best-Selling Author; Former VP, Talent and Development, Comedy Central

CEO, American Leadership Forum, Silicon Valley

VP, Global Industries, Dell Technologies

Regional VP, Fidelity Private Wealth Management

Global Head, Human Resources, MedTech Innovation & Robotics, Johnson & Johnson

VP, Deputy General Counsel & Head, Corporate Social Responsibility, Juniper Networks, Inc. and California Conference for Women Board President

7 Good Reasons to Attend the 2024 Conference

1. Gain perspective on your goals at a time when many women are rethinking their priorities and careers. 
2. Learn practical, actionable advice to help you navigate your career.
3. Broaden your network through ample opportunities to connect with peers and leaders from dozens of leading businesses across the region. 
4. Get expert answers during Q&A sessions with all breakout speakers.
5. Enjoy a bustling exhibit hall where you can meet women helping women from across our region – and support women-owned businesses.
6. Feel energized by the unique experience of being in the same room with thousands of other professional women.
7. Strengthen your team by attending with colleagues. Or just share the community spirit by coming with friends.

What Our Attendees Say

• I was not expecting to come out so uplifted! I felt like I walked away with a new perspective on myself and on how I can move forward.
  — Past Conference Attendee
• I ended up in tears listening to some of the speakers–their stories were so inspiring. I was also able to network with over a dozen people who I genuinely feel were great connections in my career field.
  — Past Conference Attendee
• I feel re-energized in my career journey, and I now feel a passion to be a mentor. It’s only been one day and I have already started sharing what I learned. I also formed new connections. Great experience that I will take with me forever.
  — Past Conference Attendee
• As a leader it energized me and reminded me why I became a leader in the first place.
  — Past Conference Attendee
• There is power in being surrounded by strong, confident women. The energy and vibe of the conference was excellent!
  — Past Conference Attendee
• This conference is most needed and wanted. I benefited by being amongst a cohort of motivated, curious, talented women. That is inspiring! Takeaway: Yes.We.Can!
  — Past Conference Attendee
• As a first time attendee, and male, I didn’t know what to expect. Hearing the vulnerability and success from so many tremendous women far exceeded my expectations. I feel even more empowered to be an ally and advocate.
  — Past Conference Attendee
• This was by far the best conference I have ever attended!
  — Past Conference Attendee