Schedule

See below for a complete schedule of conference events, all of which will take place at Convene unless otherwise noted. All times are Central. Please note that this schedule is subject to change.

Schedule

See below for a complete schedule of conference events, all of which will take place at Convene unless otherwise noted. All times are Central. Please note that this schedule is subject to change.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11

5:30–8:30PM

Preconference Special Event: Networking Gathering

Please join the Purdue Women’s Network at LondonHouse Chicago. You can sign up for this gathering as an add-on when you register for the conference. The cost is $65 for members of the Purdue Alumni Association, the John Purdue Club, President’s Council, or our Parents and Families Club. The cost for nonmembers is $85.

THURSDAY, June 12

9–10AM

Registration and Breakfast

10–10:15AM

Welcome Remarks

Jillian Henry, Vice President of Engagement at the Purdue for Life Foundation, and Julie Dussliere, President and CEO of the Purdue for Life Foundation

10:15–10:45AM

Fireside Chat

Kathleen Sarpy and Julie Dussliere

10:45–11AM

Break

11AM–NOON

Keynote

Lee Ann De Reus // Waking the Wild Woman Within

NOON–1PM

Lunch

1–2PM

Breakout Sessions

Cate Hollowitsch // More Confessions of a Corporate Cobra
Stacy McCracken // Beyond the “Doing Deficit”: Unlocking Growth and Success Through Intentional Action
Eva Nodine // You Belong Here

2–2:15PM

Break

2:15–3:15PM

Breakout Sessions

Michelle Allen // Bringing the Best of Work Home: Using Strategy for Intentional Relationships
Monica Keyes // Good Grief
Missy Singer // Learn to Dress the Body You Are Blessed
Karil Sommers // Blissful Bowl Sound Bath

Space is limited for Karil Sommers’s session, and spots will be first come, first serve. You can sign up for this workshop at the registration table in the morning.

3:15–3:30PM

Break

3:30–4:30PM

Keynote

Victoria Trabosh // Facing the Storms of Life—Three Secrets

Purdue Alumni Reception

FRIDAY, June 13

7:30–8:30AM

Breakfast

8:30–9:30AM

Fireside Chat

Julie Wainwright and Sarah Lerner-Mantel

9:30–9:45AM

Break

9:45–10:45AM

Breakout Sessions

Ari Divizio // The Power to Leave: Recognizing Abuse and Rebuilding Your Life
Cecilia Diaz // Basics of Developing a Negotiation Strategy
Kelsey Smith // Breaking the Stigma: Job-Hopping as a Strategic Career Move for Women
Karil Sommers // Blissful Bowl Sound Bath

Space is limited for Karil Sommers’s session, and spots will be first come, first serve. You can sign up for this workshop at the registration table in the morning.

10:45–11AM

Break

11AM–NOON

Keynote

Forged in Service: Leading in the Military with Strength and Purpose

Shannon DaSilva
Vanessa Mahan
Constance Solina
Rebecca Wyness
Karen Gibson

NOON–1PM

Lunch

1–2PM

Breakout Sessions

Coco Gabhart // The Power of Purpose: Leveraging Your Story to Drive Meaningful Change
Suzanna Gardner // Challenging Norms: Elevating Women Through Education, Sports, and Leadership
Jen Kramer // The Year of Love: A Social Experiment That Changed My Life and Will Change Yours Too

2–2:15PM

Break

2:15–3:15PM

Keynote

Jennie López // Be an Intentional Unicorn: Thrive in Life and Career

3:15–3:30PM

Closing Remarks

Jillian Henry