The UW-Madison Division of Diversity, Equity & Educational Achievement (DDEEA), in partnership with the National Diversity Council, will present the 8th annual Women in Leadership Virtual Symposium on Friday, March 26, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
The half-day seminar and networking event, titled “Onward & Upward: The Era of the Empowered Woman,” will present a diverse representation of women in executive leadership roles who will educate, inspire and encourage women to embrace their individual talents and skills to advance change within their organizations and career trajectories.
“This conference demonstrates our commitment to diversity and equity though professional development, mentoring and community building. It is one of our strategic priorities to cultivate the next generation of leaders” said Cheryl B. Gittens, Interim Deputy Vice Chancellor for Diversity & Climate and Chief Diversity Officer, in a statement. “Wisconsin has a long history of strong, trail-blazing women who are at the forefront of contemporary issues. During Women’s History Month we celebrate their strength and acknowledge their accomplishments by continuing the tradition of partnering in growth.”
Binnu Palta Hill, Assistant Dean for Diversity and Inclusion for the Wisconsin School of Business, will moderate the panel for the event.
The panelists will include:
- Kareeda Chones-Aguam, Vice President of Partner Strategy & Management, Milwaukee Bucks;
- Kourtney Gibson, President, Loop Capital;
- Ana Hooker, Senior Vice President of Operations, Exact Sciences;
- Melissa Scholz, Principal Attorney/Owner, Scholz Nonprofit Law;
- Syneathia LaGrant, Vice President, Enterprise Learning & Leadership Development, ManpowerGroup.
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