The Phoenix Conversation on Board Diversity

In-Person Strategic Networking Event

October 5, 2023

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

MT

VENUE: Benchmark

CO-CHAIRS

Carol Hobson

Chief Operational and Technology Risk Officer

Sallie Mae

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

Christine Nowaczyk

Senior Vice President, Private Wealth Advisor

U.S. Bank Private Wealth Management

BOARDS:
Association for Corporate Growth

Jeff Benck

President & CEO

Benchmark

BOARDS:
UNS Energy Corporation

Julie Cullivan

Board Director

Axon

BOARDS:
Axon, HeartFlow

Jessica Powell

Associate General Counsel

California Closets

BOARDS:
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc.

Kelyn Brannon

Independent Corporate Director

BOARDS:
iRocket

Roop Lakkaraju

EVP & CFO

Benchmark

BOARDS:
Infinera

Linda Davis Watters

Independent Corporate Director

Foresters Financial

BOARDS:
Past Director: United American Healthcare; Detroit Commerce Bank; John Hancock Life Insurance Company

Amy Hillman

Professor

Arizona State University

BOARDS:
B:Side Fund; B: Side Capital

Cindie Hubiak

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

Sissie Shank

CEO

Chas Roberts A/C & Plumbing Inc.

BOARDS:
Knight-Swift. U-Haul

Kimberly McWaters

President & CEO

Fresh Start Women's Foundation

BOARDS:
Penske Automotive Group

Susan Shultz

President

SSA Executive Search Int'l, Ltd.; The Board Institute

BOARDS:
Former NASDAQ

Leadership Committee

Elise Thorpe

Principal, Sr. Vice President

Lovitt Touche, a Marsh McLennan Agency

Jennifer Swanton

CEO

Kaleidoscope Strategic Partners

Monique Cenac

Assistant General Counsel & Corporate Secretary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.

Lorraine Field

Chief People Officer

Sonora Quest Laboratories

Kathleen Duffy

President and CEO

Duffy Group, Inc.

Bobbie Fox

VP Legal and Compliance

CopperPoint Insurance Companies

Jessica Estrada

Audit Partner

Grant Thornton LLP

Christine Gannon

Founder and CEO

Brightworks Consulting

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.