
The Los Angeles Conversation on Board Leadership
In-Person Strategic Networking Event
May 9, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
PT
VENUE: Playa Vista
CO-CHAIRS

Suzanne DeJong
Partner and Americas Risk Consulting Business Leader
COMPANY: EY

Dawn Haghighi
General Counsel
COMPANY: Murcor Real Estate Services
BOARDS: Elevate, global law firm

Karen Caswelch
CEO, bridgED robotics
COO, Archytas Automation
COO, Archytas Automation
BOARDS: Canvas GFX(current)
Indianapolis Airport Authority (former)

Katie Edgerton
Partner
COMPANY: Mintz Los Angeles

Cornelia Cheng
Board Director and Chair
ESG Committee
ESG Committee
BOARDS: LTC Properties Inc.

Betsy Berkhemer-Credaire
President, 50/50 Women on Boards
CEO, Berkhemer Clayton Retained Executive Search
CEO, Berkhemer Clayton Retained Executive Search
What Happens at the Event?
Are you ready to take your career to the next level and pursue a board position?
Our prescriptive strategic networking events for women provide the perfect platform for personal coaching from experienced corporate directors, peer connections, and increased visibility among industry leaders. You'll have the chance to build meaningful relationships and open doors to new opportunities. Register now to secure your spot and take the first step toward your board service journey.

Agenda
1:00 pm – Arrivals and seating
1:30 pm – Welcome remarks
1:45 pm – Intro panel with Google exec moderator EVP Alison Paul
2:00-3:00 pm – Panel of women directors sharing “How I Got My First Board”
3:15-4:45 pm – Director/Coach tables and Breakouts
5:00-7:00 pm – Reception
Panelists
Director Coaches
Leadership Committee
SPONSORSHIP
PACKAGES
$5,000+
Our Sponsorship Packages start at the City Silver level with options to curate packages at the Worldwide Corporate level, providing you with the opportunity to showcase your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Thank you to our Sponsors!
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