Interactive Hall Highlights

Open All Day!
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Hall 1

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Bring a reusable water bottle and stay hydrated all day at the Indeed Hydration Station
Take a beat for some self-care and relaxation in the Therabody Lounge

Enjoy author signings & book shopping in the Bookstore Lounge, sponsored by Fidelity
Sit for a free headshot, sponsored by Heffernan Insurance Brokers

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Resume Review & Career Coaching,
sponsored by Gilead & Juniper Networks

8:00–10:15am • 1:15–5:00pm

Work 1-on-1 with a career coach and have your resume professionally reviewed. Appointments are first-come, first-served and are open from 8:00 a.m.–10:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Small Group Peer Networking,
sponsored by Cisco

9:00–9:45am • 2:00–2:45pm • 3:15–4:00pm

Effective networking is a mix of give and take, and these peer-to-peer Meetups are designed to do just that (and also take the intimidation out of networking). The Meetup is led by a facilitator who will guide participants through a series of prompts that will foster conversation and idea exchange. Everyone has the chance to “give” and to walk away with new insights, perspectives, and connections.
Facilitator: Monica Murarka, President & CEO, Amplify Yourself

The Stage Schedule,
sponsored by Google

8:15 – 8:40 AM	WELLNESS \| Money on My Mind: 5 Steps for Financial Wellness Building financial confidence is just like building confidence in life—it grows with practice. In this session, Kristin Kanders will guide you through five key steps to take control of your financial future. You’ll learn how to start with a solid foundation by educating yourself, understanding your risk tolerance, and ensuring your money works for you. Discover strategies for investing that fit your comfort level and learn how to negotiate job offers and advocate for your worth. Finally, you’ll learn the importance of goal setting and the power of practice—it’s the repetition that builds true financial confidence. Leave this session ready to take actionable steps toward mastering your money. Speaker: Kristin Kanders, Head, Marketing & Engagement, Plynk
8:45 – 9:10 AM	CAREER \| Owning Your Voice: Finding Confidence in What You Have to Say In this session, marketing expert Raquel Toledo will explore the transformative power of owning your voice, celebrating the unique stories and experiences that shape us all. Through personal insights and practical steps, she’ll uncover how honoring cultural values, embracing vulnerability, and building confidence in everyday moments can strengthen our ability to speak up and be heard. Key takeaways include recognizing the value of one’s background, advocating for others and oneself, and trusting that you belong—no matter the setting. By the end, you will feel empowered to take small, meaningful steps toward using your voice with authenticity and purpose. Speaker: Raquel Toledo, Marketing Communications Manager, Heffernan Insurance Brokers
9:15 – 9:40 AM	WELLNESS \| Taking Your Health to The Next Level With Metabolic Self-Care Metabolic health is crucial for our body’s ability to efficiently process energy from food. Although we can’t observe our cells at work, we can adopt daily habits to support and optimize their function. In this engaging session, Dr. Juneja will introduce six simple yet powerful practices that can make a lasting impact on cellular metabolism. Learn how to incorporate daily movement, shift from stress to relaxation, align with your circadian rhythm, consume a colorful array of produce, simplify food choices through planning, and reflect on setbacks with curiosity. Join us to gain practical insights into creating a strong foundation for metabolic wellness. Speaker: Kavita Juneja, MD, Head of Metabolic Therapeutic Development, Corcept Therapeutics
9:45 – 10:10 AM	CAREER \| Workload Overload and Setting Boundaries In today’s fast-paced world, many of us experience the weight of “workload overload,” whether it stems from career pressures, family responsibilities, volunteer commitments, or the myriad of demands that life throws our way. In this session, Spencer Fane’s Karen McCay explores practical strategies for regaining control by setting boundaries aligned with your priorities and will guide participants through the essential first steps: identifying how time is spent, assessing the motivations behind those choices, and evaluating whether those activities truly align with personal and professional goals. Participants will learn how to delegate effectively, let go of unnecessary obligations, and seek support from peers or mentors for a fresh perspective. The session will also delve into different types of boundaries—rigid, blurred, and invisible—and how to establish ownership over your time and priorities. By learning to say “no” or “not now” and recognizing the freedom this brings, attendees can reclaim balance and focus. This empowering discussion offers actionable insights for managing overload with confidence and grace and focuses on finding liberation in forgiving yourself for inevitable missteps and the importance of self-kindness and celebrating accomplishments both big and small Speaker: Karen McCay, Partner, Spencer Fane
1:45 – 2:10 PM	CAREER \| Attracting & Retaining Talent through Enhanced Employee Benefits In today’s competitive labor landscape, attracting and retaining talent is essential for a business’ long-term success. This session explores the critical role of talent as a company’s greatest asset and the importance of aligning benefits offerings to meet diverse workforce needs, across various life stages. Participants will learn how companies are going beyond salary to provide meaningful benefits and the importance of educating employees on leveraging these offerings to achieve personal and financial goals. Highlighting PNC’s industry-leading Organizational Financial Wellness capabilities, this session seeks to inspire companies to develop and implement innovative, tailored benefit programs that work well for them and for the talent they want to recruit and retain for their teams.    Speaker: Michelle Francisco, VP & Market Leader, Organizational Financial Wellness, PNC Bank
2:15 – 2:40 PM	CAREER \| Mentoring Up & Down Join Emily Guy of Google for an insightful session on the art of mentoring in today’s dynamic workplace. Explore the fundamentals of Mentorship 101, including the key responsibilities, setting expectations, and understanding the distinct roles of mentors, sponsors, and coaches. Discover how to “mentor down” by shaping and empowering the next generation of leaders, while also mastering the art of “mentoring up” by learning from those above you and guiding them in return. Learn strategies for “building your bench” by finding and cultivating mentors in a post-COVID return-to-office world and fostering a diverse network of guidance and support. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or an emerging professional, this session will equip you with actionable tools to create meaningful, reciprocal mentoring relationships. Speaker: Emily Guy, Technical Program Manager, Google
2:45 – 3:10 PM	CAREER \| Strategies to Effectively Lead Your Team Join Tina Weinberger from Cisco as she shares actionable strategies to build and lead high-performance teams, rooted in insights from Cisco’s Best Team Study. This highly interactive session focuses on leveraging three key pillars: Value, Trust, and Strengths. Learn how aligning team values fosters deeper connections and drives collective success. Discover the transformative power of vulnerability-based trust in creating a safe and collaborative environment. Finally, explore how identifying and leveraging individual and team strengths can boost engagement and maximize performance. This engaging and practical session will equip leaders with practical tools and takeaways to elevate their teams to new heights, increasing both productivity and employee satisfaction. Speaker: Tina Weinberger, Senior HR Business Partner, Cisco Systems
3:15 – 3:40 PM	CAREER \| Ask for It All: Overcoming the Fear of Expressing Your Needs at Work Why do so many women feel compelled to downplay their needs to preserve others’ comfort? In this transformative session, Communications Leader Katie Lawson dives into the cultural, historical, and deeply personal factors that keep women from asking for what they deserve. Through candid insights and actionable strategies, participants will confront their fear of asking, learn to navigate anxiety and shame, and master the art of the “Empowered Ask.” By reframing needs as sacred and reclaiming your value, you will leave with the confidence and tools to unlock enduring self-belief and take bold steps toward the careers you desire. Speaker: Katie Lawson, Head of Communications, North America, ZEISS
3:45 – 4:10 PM	CAREER \| Understanding and Negotiating Equity Compensation Join Emily Cervino, Fidelity’s thought leadership expert for an engaging session on understanding and negotiating equity compensation. Designed to demystify this often-overlooked component of total rewards, the session will cover the basics of equity compensation, the types of employers that offer it, and the risks and rewards associated with public vs. pre-IPO companies. Learn why equity compensation is especially relevant in Silicon Valley and why it’s critical for women to advocate for inclusion in long term incentives (LTI) and increase participation in programs like Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESPP). Gain practical insights on LTI, common mistakes to avoid, and how to align equity awards with your financial goals. Leave with actionable takeaways to incorporate equity compensation into your career planning, including how to research ESPP offerings, discuss LTI opportunities with your manager, and evaluate equity programs during your job hunt. Speaker: Emily Cervino, Head, Thought Leadership, Fidelity
4:15 – 4:40 PM	WELLNESS \| How to Feel Better at Every Stage Ready to learn one tiny habit that can transform your well-being? In this insightful session, Amanda Henry will show you how to listen to your body throughout the M’s of womanhood—Menstruation, Mental Well-Being, Motherhood, and Menopause. You’ll learn simple strategies for better managing your health and prioritizing self-care, plus how to empower yourself to live in sync with your body’s needs. Speaker: Amanda Henry, VP, Business Development & Women’s Wellness, TheraBody

Author Book Signings

1:30–2:00pm

Padma Lakshmi, The Best American Food and Travel Writing 2024 and Tomatoes for Neela

4:30–5:00pm

Liane Davey, The Good Fight: Use Productive Conflict to Get Your Team and Organization Back on Track
Minda Harts, You Are More Than Magic
Israa Nasir, Toxic Productivity: Reclaim Your Time and Emotional Energy in a World That Always Demands More

Timing and titles subject to change.