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Learning, E-Learning & Re-Learning: Leadership Success in the 21st Century & Beyond

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Conference Agenda

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2017

6:00 pm – 7:30 pmPose RestaurantRoof Top Level

Opening Reception

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 20176:00 – 7:00 am

MORNING WELLNESS WALK Ready, Set, Go to Self-CareStart your day with a commitment to yourself by exercising your body and mind. Learn about Self-Care and walk away with your own Self-Care Act. Audre Lorde said, “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” Dr. Janet Taylor / Celebrated Psychiatrist, Media Expert & Self-Care Strategist

7:30 am – 4:00 pmMaryland Ballroom Foyer

Registration

7:45 – 8:30 amMaryland Ballroom

Continental Breakfast


OPENING KEYNOTE:The New Tech Evolution: Ensuring Women have an Equal Voice Human beings have been slowly adapting to their environment since the dawn of human life, through gene mutation and natural selection. Today, humans are evolving via technology in near real-time—via machine learning, artificial intelligence, robotics, and more. But if tech continues to be dominated by males, then they will be the ones in charge of creating the technology evolu-tion. How can we ensure that women’s points of view are incorporated into the future evolution of the human race? Learn about the latest initiatives and best practices that are helping to turn the tide toward women achieving parity in technology, and experience some of the latest workplace technologies!Dennis Bonilla / Executive Dean / College of Information Systems & Technology, University of Phoenix


Lifelong Learning in the 21st Century & Beyond: Unlearn, Re-Learn & E-LearnIt’s an exciting time to be a woman leader, and success will go to those who stay on the leading edge of lifelong learning. Dr. Sheila Robinson will kick off the conference by highlighting today’s conference theme and the importance of unlearning by moving away and letting go of anything that derails our climb and relearning by expanding and diversifying our skill sets to keep up with the evolving global economy and the fast pace of technology.As women on the rise, those who adapt quickly, have critical thinking and problem-solving skills, will be able to rule the day and craft their own future. Dr. Sheila Robinson / Founder of Diversity Women’s Business Leadership Conference & Publisher & CEO / Diversity Woman Magazine

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Seize THE Day Get geared up for two days of powerful learning, inspiration and a networking Twitter storm.Candi Castleberry Singleton / Vice President of Intersectionality, Culture, and Diversity / Twitter


FLASH TALK: Unlocking Women’s Full Potential: Women in the Workplace A ground breaking study demonstrates compelling data of where women stand in the workforce. Hear from a leading researcher and the key findings by McKinsey and LeanIn.org. Shirley Ma / Strategist / McKinsey & Company


GENERAL PLENARY PANELDriving Gender Equality & Inclusion Promoting women into top management is good business. A McKinsey & Company study found that companies with the most women leaders had, on average, a 41 percent higher return on eq-uity than their peers, yet the number of women in key roles has stagnated. Research continues to show that in order to attract and retain top female talent an inclusive work culture is crucial. Panel-ist from leading edge-companies share how they are creating better workplaces by fighting implicit bias, breaking down barriers, promoting work-life balance, and advancing diverse women lead-ers. Learn powerful career strategies for women who want to take their career to the next level.M o d e r a t o r : Henriette Kolb / Head of Gender Secretariate / International Finance Corporation / World Bank P a n e l i s t s :

Nicole Blythe / National Managing Partner – People Experience & Chief Diversity & Inclusion Of-ficer / Grant Thornton Nellie Borrero / Managing Director – Global Inclusion & Diversity / Accenture Wendy Lewis / Chief Diversity Officer / McDonald’s Corporation Barbara H. Whye / Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer and Vice President of Human Resources / Intel Corporation

10:45 – 11:00 amMaryland Ballroom Foyer

Networking Break & Meet the Authors Sponsored by SHRM




LEADERSHIP & EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT SESSIONSInclusion & Learning: Leadership Success in the the 21st Century and Beyond In the following sessions, experts, thought leaders and business professionals will present case studies and facilitate meaningful conversations guaranteed to increase your leadership abilities as you sharpen your skills and gain new and innovative competencies.

11:00 am – 12:30 pmChesapeake Rooms

SESSION AWomen Who Dare: Leading Bravely Learn to break through emotions and behaviors that are holding you back and transform the way you lead. This highly interactive session will preview revolutionary leadership behaviors that are based on Dr. Brené Brown’s internationally-acclaimed Daring Way™ and Rising Strong™ curricula.

Participants will:• explore how personal stories, beliefs, and existing scripts contribute to environments of disen-

gagement, fear, and scarcity.• examine the impact of “scarcity culture” on individual careers and organizational success. • hone emotional agility and transcend negative thoughts in the face of uncertainty, political tur-

moil, and conflict.• strengthen resilience and create environments that foster authenticity, belonging, and engagement.F a c i l i t a t o r s : Pearl J. Alexander / Senior Director, People Strategies / Georgia Institute of Technology Cheryl D. Cofield / CEO / Culture of Civility International


SESSION B Leadership X: Preparing Today’s Leaders for Tomorrow’s Leadership Challenges Today’s leaders need agility and confidence to meet the challenges of our increasingly complex and fast-paced business world. During this session, participants play a business situation game on a tablet—immersing themselves in an engaging, competitive, and dynamic environment. You will learn to challenge yourself, question assumptions, explore perspectives, and build leadership confidence. At the end of the session, you will receive an individual assessment report based on your situational judgment and decisions.F a c i l i t a t o r : Dr. John Gillis, Jr. / Founder & President / Leadership X


SESSION CCompelling Communication: Leveraging Every Interaction Leadership in the 21st century requires you to cast a clear vision, enable the strategic objectives of your teams, and empower future leaders of your organization to demonstrate their true potential while driving bottom line profitability. One of the biggest challenges most leaders face is com-municating their vision consistently and having that vision permeate through your stakeholder communities to create commitment, urgency, action, sponsorship and advocacy. In this session participants will learn how to answer an “everyday question” in ways that communicate your vision and demonstrates your effective leadership. You will learn:• How to use everyday questions to evaluate your leadership pipeline.• How to customize your answer to your audience.• Strategies to keep employees, peers and resources engaged and excited about your vision.You will leave with:• A clear formula for crafting the answer to a common question that allows you to create urgency,

action, sponsorship, and advocacy.• A tool for quickly getting feedback from all levels of your organization.• Tips for creating an environment that drives timely open and honest communication.F a c i l i t a t o r s : Maxine Brown-Davis / VP Executive & Leadership Development / 3C Consulting / former Chief Diversity Officer and Vice President / The Procter & Gamble Company Cornelia Shipley / CEO / 3C Consulting





SESSION DBuilding Your Professional Brand on LinkedInWhether you are a rising executive or an entrepreneur looking to expand your business, creating a professional brand that stands out to the right audience is your key to success. What do your customers, associates, employees or peers say about you? Your answer to that question defines your professional brand. Now more than ever, your professional network can be leveraged to fulfill your career vision, create strategic networks, demonstrate thought leadership, and build deeper relationships with customers and colleagues. LinkedIn operates the world’s largest professional network on the Internet with more than 500 million members in over 200 countries and territories. Join us for an engaging session on how to leverage LinkedIn to:• Increase awareness of your identity and personal trademark• Create a thought leadership strategy to support your brand• Proactively generate career opportunitiesM o d e r a t o r : Lisa Francoeur-Mesa / Enterprise Manager / LinkedIn & Founder / Fancyfied


SESSION E The Power of Connectional Intelligence Workshop: Assessment and PracticeJust as game changing as emotional intelligence was in the 90s, connectional intelligence is the ability to combine knowledge, ambition and human capital, forging connections on a global scale that create unprecedented value and meaning; said another way, it is the power to turn to turn people into super connectors who turbocharge inclusion to get big things done. In this dynamic, engaging and fast-paced workshop, participants leverage new insights and tools to accelerate the connected power of teams, to become more agile and innovative, and to drive breakthrough ideas and outcomes leveraging diverse backgrounds. An in-workshop assess-ment helps individuals build awareness of their own connectional intelligence strengths and gaps, with an opportunity to discuss results in small groups. Participants are provided with a practi-cal framework, tools and strategies for understanding ways to leverage these concepts to deliver greater inclusion across teams, business units and other stakeholders. Take-home resources include access to one’s connectional intelligence results and a full report summarizing the connectional intelligence archetypes.F a c i l i t a t o r : Erica Dhawan / Founder & CEO / Cotential

11:00 am – 12:30 pmMaryland Ballroom Foyer

LEADERSHIP COACHING SESSIONS Need help navigating a project or career roadblock? Securing leadership buy-in? Developing your personal brand? Finding the right sponsor for you? Treat yourself to a one-on-one coaching session with a certified coach or executive leader who can offer insights and guidance. Advance sign-up is required. (See page 20 for coach details)




12:30 – 2:15 pmMaryland Ballroom

LuncheonJackie Glenn / Vice President Global Diversity & Inclusion / Dell TechnologiesTom Murray / Senior Vice President, HR Global Sales and Marketing / Dell Technologies Dr. Sheila Robinson / Founder of Diversity Women’s Business Leadership Conference & Publisher & CEO / Diversity Woman Magazine

KEYNOTE: Kim Coles / Celebrated Actress, Author & SpeakerLive, Love and Laugh ... Outloud!

Kim Coles helps bring life back into the workplace by connecting people to the heart and mission of the organization through laughter while celebrating similarities verses differences. By embracing everyone’s uniqueness, each person can be happier while he or she is on the job. Kim will also share how laughter can be healing to any discord or disagreements. Incorporating humor into your workplace (and life) can be stress relieving, fostering an environment where everyone can shine.

FIRESIDE CHAT with Legacy Mosaic Award RecipientOne of the most impactful and thoughtful leaders in the nation today shares spellbinding tales of her journey to the pinnacle and how she is passing the torch while building her legacy.

Legacy Mosaic Award RecipientCheryl Boone IsaacsImmediate Past PresidentAcademy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences

M o d e r a t o r : Rosalind Hudnell / Vice President, Global Corporate Affairs/ Intel and President / Intel Foundation

2:15 – 2:30 pmMaryland Ballroom Foyer

Networking Break & Meet the Authors Sponsored by SHRM




LEADERSHIP & EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS (continued)

2:30 – 4:00 pmChesapeake Rooms

SESSION AWomen in STEM: Opportunity for Next Gen Leadership Over the past decade, growth in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) jobs was three times as fast as growth in non-STEM jobs. Experts discuss why leaders in STEM must adapt their leadership skills in order to lead and become effective role models for Next Gen leaders in STEM.M o d e r a t o r : Dr. Pamela McCauley / Director, The Ergonomics Lab / University of Central Florida P a n e l i s t s : Rebecca Garcia / Program Manager / Microsoft / Co- Founder / CoderDojo NYC and Founder / Geekgirlweb Janette A. Hostettler / General Manager–Assembly & Assembly Conveyance / Toyota Motor ManufacturingRenisha Nellums / Quality Assurance Automation Engineer / Indeed


SESSION BLeadership X: Preparing Today’s Leaders for Tomorrow’s Leadership Challenges Today’s leaders need agility and confidence to meet the challenges of our increasingly complex and fast-paced business world. During this session, participants play a business situation game on a tablet—immersing themselves in an engaging, competitive, and dynamic environment. You will learn to challenge yourself, question assumptions, explore perspectives, and build leadership confidence. At the end of the session, you will receive an individual assessment report based on your situational judgment and decisions.This session is intended for diversity and inclusion leaders.F a c i l i t a t o r : Dr. John Gillis, Jr. / Founder & President / Leadership X


SESSION C Your Future: Career Development in the New AgeToday, women are reframing the very meaning of work. They are exploring careers across differ-ent disciplines and functional areas. Embracing their creative and entrepreneurial spirit. Finding work that fulfills their destiny. This requires a more holistic approach to career development, one that allows women to capitalize on their networks, enhance their leadership skills, and unify their personal and professional vision to create a fulfilling life with maximum impact. During this workshop, learn to use the principles of Strategic Foresight (an effective strategic business planning process) to chart your own best future. You will learn to design an aspirational career path, informed by external trends and internal inquiry, and with the support of fellow participants.F a c i l i t a t o r : Yvette Montero Salvatico / Managing Director / Kedge, LLC


SESSION DReverse Mentoring: New Voices, New VisionsYounger employees come to the workplace with fresh eyes, open minds, and unique skills to share with more mature colleagues. In this session, experts discuss the benefits of reverse mentoring and offer tips for launching a reverse mentoring program. M o d e r a t o r : Ruchika Tulshyan / Journalist & Author P a n e l i s t s :

Avery M. Blank, J.D. / Principal & Owner / Avery Blank Consulting Dr. Talmesha Richards / Chief Academic & Diversity Officer / STEMConnector Minjon Tholen / Consulant / Cook Ross





SESSION EBuilding Strategic RelationshipsMentorship and sponsorship alone are not enough to take your career to the next level. Our world is expanding due to technology and social media. So it has become more important than ever to thoughtfully build networks that are unconventional, interconnected, and global. Learn how to cre-ate a strong network to leverage your success. M o d e r a t o r : Kristy Wallace / CEO / Ellevate P a n e l i s t s : Melissa Omet / Vice President of Talent Development & Diversity & Inclusion / AT&T Gayle Peterson / Associate Fellow / Saïd Business School, University of Oxford Anise Wiley-Little / Chief Human Capital & Diversity Officer / Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University


SESSION FAre You Ready for a Corporate Board Seat? The session will detail the experiences of one corporate board member’s path to election to corpo-rate boards. She will share insights about the fiduciary duties of a board member, the importance of financial literacy, Sarbanes-Oxley’s impact on the selection of board members, the role of the Independent Director and the use of search firms in the selection of board members. Attendees can expect to learn how to create a board-ready resume, learn what role non-profit board member-ship can play in making candidates board-ready, assess ways that they can leverage their personal networks to make contacts in the business community, and assess the value that they will bring to a corporate board. Information about important professional associations related to board mem-bership will also be discussed.F a c i l i t a t o r : Charisse R. Lillie / CEO / CRLCONSULTING LLC

2:30 – 4:00 pm LEADERSHIP COACHING SESSIONS (continued)


GENERAL PLENARYLeadership Game Changers in Sports, Media and EntertainmentShifting from invisibility to inclusivity has not been an easy task for women in the sports, media and entertainment industries. Join industry executives as they discuss how their organizations have approached gender bias and the disproportionate representation of women in non-tradi-tional, leadership and executive roles. Participants will discuss business strategies, trends, social impact and where the opportunities lay for women leaders who want to become game changers.M o d e r a t o r : Eboni K. Williams / Attorney & Co-host / Fox News P a n e l i s t s :

Barbara Fedida / Senior Vice President, Talent Strategy and Business Affairs / ABC News Kathleen T. Francis / Chair and President / WISE (Women in Sports and Events) Jenna Powers / Director, Human Resource Integration / Amazon Tiffany Smith-Anoa’i / Executive Vice President, Entertainment Diversity, Inclusion & Communications / CBS Entertainment

5:15 – 6:30 pm Reception Sponsored by Target




FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20, 20176:00 – 7:00 amMaryland Ballroom

MORNING WELLNESS WALK: Ready, Set, Go to Self-CareStart your day with a commitment to yourself by exercising your body and mind. Learn about Self-Care and walk away with your own Self-Care Act. Audre Lorde said, “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” Dr. Janet Taylor / Celebrated Psychiatrist / Media Expert & Self-Care Strategist

7:30 – 9:00 am Registration

7:45– 8:00 am Continental Breakfast


OPENING REMARKSDr. Sheila Robinson / Founder of Diversity Women’s Business Leadership Conference and Publisher & CEO / Diversity Woman Magazine


MORNING KEYNOTES1-800-273-8255 8:15 – 8:45 amWhat if the trust we had with one another was as strong as the taproot of the tree? How would we win together? How would we fail together? How would we survive together? Caroline A. Wanga / Chief Diversity Officer & Vice President of Diversity & Inclusion / Target Unconscious Bias: What is it and how do we beat it? 8:45 – 9:15 amHaving spent her early 20s working in male dominated industries, Yassmin has first hand experience of how bias plays out in our societies. In this funny, honest, empathetic talk, Yassmin Abdel-Magied chal-lenges us to look beyond our initial perceptions, and to open doors to new ways of supporting others. Yassmin Abdel-Magied / Mechanical Engineer, Author & Social Advocate


Overview of the DayE m c e e : Candi Castleberry Singleton / Vice President of Intersectionality, Culture, and Diversity / Twitter


View from the Top: Most Powerful Women in Corporate AmericaWomen now represent more than half of the workforce, yet many still face challenges advancing past middle management. Nationally, women hold fewer than 10 percent of leadership positions in the C-Suite and only 16.9 percent of board seats. The numbers are especially low for women of color. In this panel you will hear from women who hold executive leadership roles in the C-Suite from various industries as they discuss this gender gap and the forward-thinking strategies their organizations are implementing to break down barriers and help more women in corporate America rise to the C-Suite.M o d e r a t o r : Laurie Chamberlin / President, Special Counsel / ADECCOP a n e l i s t s : Susan Somersille Johnson / Corporate Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer / Sun Trust Angela Talton / Chief Diversity Officer / Nielsen


FLASH TALK: Authentic LeadershipAnything is possible if you are true to yourself. In the context of personal and professional life, being authentic is critical to success and happiness. Let’s get real and appreciate all of the dimen-sions of how we show up everyday.Amita Mehta / Vice President of Administration / Prudential Financial

10:15 – 10:30 am Networking Break Sponsored by SHRM




10:30 – 11:30 am Maryland Ballroom

WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP: Leveraging Our Differences, Celebrating Our UniquenessWe all know that having a more diverse workforce is good for the bottom line and a more innovative culture. Hear five distinguished women leaders of different races, cultures and backgrounds share how their unique differences contribute to the success of their organization. In a frank, revealing, and freewheeling discussion, these powerhouse leaders will offer tips, insights, and stories of successful leadership practices and how women in leadership are taking today’s business word by storm. M o d e r a t o r : Dr. Rosina L. Racioppi / President & Chief Executive Officer / WOMEN Unlimited, LLCP a n e l i s t s :

Angie Lai / Senior Vice President, Director of Digital Programs / Wells Fargo Advisors Jackie McKinley / Global Sales Director / Dell Katya Nieburg Wheeler / Head of American Airlines, US Partnerships / Barclaycard US Michelle Wlazlo / Senior Vice President of Merchandising, Apparel & Accessories / Target KC Wu / Senior Vice President / CISCO

11:30 – 11:45 am Networking Break & Meet the Authors Sponsored by SHRM

11:45 am – 12:45 pm

LEADERSHIP COACHING SESSIONS Need help navigating a project or career roadblock? Securing leadership buy-in? Developing your personal brand? Finding the right sponsor for you? Treat yourself to a one-on-one coaching ses-sion with a certified coach or executive leader who can offer insights and guidance. Advance sign-up is required. (See page 20 for coach details)

11:45 am – 12:45 pm

Chesapeake A–C

Chesapeake D–F

Participants may choose to attend one of the two following forums:FORUM AEngaging in Bold, Inclusive Conversations on Race, Religion, and PoliticsThis session is intended for Diversity and Inclusion Leadership. Organizations do not exist within a vacuum. The growing body of research around psychological safety, engagement, and inclusion suggests that the extent to which employees feel ‘safe’ and com-fortable bringing their ‘full’ selves to work directly impacts their capacity to innovate. The recent trag-edies and polarization around race relations, immigration policy, political differences, and religious intolerance makes it imperative for leaders to have the skills and competencies necessary to begin to address and create ‘brave’ spaces for dialogue around these issues. In this thought-provoking and timely session, thought-leaders and Chief Diversity Officers will share strategies for engaging in bold, inclusive conversations on race, religion, and politics in the workplace during polarizing times.M o d e r a t o r : Mary-Frances Winters / President / The Winters GroupP a n e l i s t s : Jodi Davidson / Director, Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives / Sodexo Tariq Meyers / Head of Inclusion & Diversity / LYFT Tujuanna Williams / Vice President, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer / Fannie Mae

FORUM B Innovating Your Life: Disrupt the Default!During difficult times, opportunity awaits. But in order to embrace opportunities, you must disrupt your default. Learn to pinpoint what is hindering you, see opportunities that may not be obvious, and “bust up” the status quo. In order to see, let go. Then take the leap!F a c i l i t a t o r : Audra Bohannon / Senior Partner, Workforce Performance, Inclusion & Diversity / Korn Ferry




1:00 – 2:30 pmMarland Ballroom

2017 MOSAIC AWARDS’ LUNCHEON

Diversity Woman celebrates the recipients of our annual Mosaic Woman Award, which recognizes diverse and multicultural women for their unique vision and leadership, as well as their cultural and global influence.

The Mosaic Woman Awards are presented in the following categories: Legend • Lifetime Achievement • Trailblazer • Leadership • Pioneer

I n v o c a t i o n : Bettina A. Deynes / Vice President of Human Resources and Diversity / SHRME m c e e : Lourdes Diaz / Vice President of Diversity Relations / Sodexo


CLOSING REMARKS Dr. Sheila Robinson / Founder of Diversity Women’s BusinessLeadership Conference & Publisher and CEO / Diversity Woman Magazine

SPECIAL TRIBUTE from 2010 and 2011 Mosaic Women RecipientsTena Clark / Grammy Award recipient & Founder / DMI Music & EntertainmentEdie Fraser / Chairman and Founder / STEMConnectorDr. Johnnetta Betsch Cole / Mosaic Woman Award recipient, Principal Consultant / Cook Ross and former Director / Smithsonian National Museum of African Art

3:30 – 4:00 pm Book signings, meet the authors & farewell

Mosaic Woman Trailblazer Nina Vaca / Chairman & CEO / Pinnacle Group

P r e s e n t e d b y : Target

Mosaic Woman PioneerDiana Broussard / Accessory Designer, Owner / DIANA BROUSSARD Brand & Lifestyle Boutique /Exponential Entrepreneur

P r e s e n t e d b y : Walgreens

Mosaic Woman LeadershipJo Ann Jenkins / CEO / AARP

P r e s e n t e d b y : Cisco

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