The Phoenix Conversation on Board Diversity

In-Person Strategic Networking Event

October 5, 2023

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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VENUE: Benchmark

CO-CHAIRS

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Carol Hobson

Chief Operational and Technology Risk Officer

Sallie Mae
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Rhonda Turner

Chief Human Resources Officer

Benchmark

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.

Keynote Speaker

Col Eileen M. Collins

Retired

USAF

Panelists

Director Coaches

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Christine Nowaczyk

Senior Vice President, Private Wealth Advisor
U.S. Bank Private Wealth Management
BOARDS:
Association for Corporate Growth
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Jeff Benck

President & CEO
Benchmark
BOARDS:
UNS Energy Corporation
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Julie Cullivan

Board Director
Axon
BOARDS:
Axon, HeartFlow
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Jessica Powell

Associate General Counsel
California Closets
BOARDS:
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc.
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Kelyn Brannon

Independent Corporate Director
BOARDS:
iRocket
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Roop Lakkaraju

EVP & CFO
Benchmark
BOARDS:
Infinera
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Linda Davis Watters

Independent Corporate Director
Foresters Financial
BOARDS:
Past Director: United American Healthcare; Detroit Commerce Bank; John Hancock Life Insurance Company
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Amy Hillman

Professor
Arizona State University
BOARDS:
B:Side Fund; B: Side Capital
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Cindie Hubiak

BOARDS:
Papp Small & Mid-Cap Growth Fund, TTI Success Insights
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Sissie Shank

CEO
Chas Roberts A/C & Plumbing Inc.
BOARDS:
Knight-Swift. U-Haul
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Kimberly McWaters

President & CEO
Fresh Start Women's Foundation
BOARDS:
Penske Automotive Group
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Susan Shultz

President
SSA Executive Search Int'l, Ltd.; The Board Institute
BOARDS:
Former NASDAQ

Leadership Committee

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Elise Thorpe

Principal, Sr. Vice President

Lovitt Touche, a Marsh McLennan Agency

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Jennifer Swanton

CEO

Kaleidoscope Strategic Partners

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Monique Cenac

Assistant General Counsel & Corporate Secretary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.

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Lorraine Field

Chief People Officer

Sonora Quest Laboratories

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Kathleen Duffy

President and CEO

Duffy Group, Inc.

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Bobbie Fox

VP Legal and Compliance

CopperPoint Insurance Companies

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Jessica Estrada

Audit Partner

Grant Thornton LLP

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Christine Gannon

Founder and CEO

Brightworks Consulting

Mubera Madar

Mubera Madar

Director

Charles Schwab & Co.

INDIVIDUAL TICKET PACKAGES
$75-$325

Our Individual Ticket Package includes an in-person strategic networking event in a city of your choice and The Global Conversation on Board Diversity™ held virtually in November, or you can purchase a Global Ticket separately. This package is designed to help you build your network and make valuable connections that can propel your career forward. Secure your spot today!

SPONSORSHIP
PACKAGES
$3,500-$100,000

Our Sponsorship Packages range from Premiere Global to City Bronze, providing you with the opportunity to showcase your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at any level. Benefits include inviting your female employees and clients to network strategically for their continued success, building visibility for your brand’s impact, and increasing efforts to elevate all women in the pipeline. 

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Premier Sponsor

Diamond Sponsor

Ruby Sponsor

Emerald Sponsor

Platinum Sponsor

Gold Sponsor

Silver Sponsor

Thank you to our In-Kind Donors!

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