The Tampa Bay Conversation on Board Diversity

In-Person Strategic Networking Event

October 5, 2023

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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VENUE: Tampa Club

CO-CHAIRS

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Kathy Barlow, JD

Managing Director

Marsh and McLennan Companies
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Shelia Reed

Head of Business Engagement and Strategy

Ameritas Retirement Plans

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.

Panelists

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Evelyn D'An

Moderator
BOARDS:
GHD, Backblaze and Zoomcar
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Hilda Scharen

Independent Public Board Member
Iradimed Corporation
BOARDS:
Committee Board Member, Society of American Military Engineers Foundation Board
Nancy Lurker

Nancy Lurker

Executive Vice Chair
EyePoint Pharmaceuticals
BOARDS:
Altasciences, Novo Nordisk
Carmen Bauza

Carmen Bauza

Board Director
Claire's, DXL Group
BOARDS:
Claire's, DXL Group

Director Coaches

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Nancy Callahan

Independent Board Director
Midwest Holding, Inc.,
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Gordon Johnson

President
Highway Safety Devises, Inc.
BOARDS:
Raymond James Financial, Inc., Raymond James Bank and TriState Capital
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Evelyn D'An

Independent Director
BOARDS:
GHD, Backblaze and Zoomcar
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Corrine Ricard

Senior Vice President
Mosaic Fertilizantes
BOARDS:
Carlisle Companies and Canpotex
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Betsy Bennett

President and Co-Founder
Florida CFO Group
BOARDS:
Flanigan’s Enterprises, Inc., Trustee Board of Junior Achievement of Tampa Bay
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Irene Hurst

Director of Operations
USF Center for Analytics and Creativity
BOARDS:
TypTap Insurance Group, Sunshine State Economic Development Corp.
Carmen Bauza

Carmen Bauza

Board Director
Claire's, DXL Group
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Hilda Scharen

Independent Public Board Member
Iradimed Corporation
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Sali Osman

Advisory Board Member
SullivanCotter
BOARDS:
IDEA Charter Schools, University of New Haven
Sharon Danco

Sharon Danco

Board of Directors
First Citrus Bank
BOARDS:
First Citrus Bank, Children’s Home Network
Nancy Lurker

Nancy Lurker

Executive Vice Chair
EyePoint Pharmaceuticals
BOARDS:
Altasciences, Novo Nordisk
Lauren Valiente

Lauren Valiente

Attorney at Law
Foley & Lardner LLP
BOARDS:
HCI Group, Inc., Foley & Lardner LLP
Artemis Emslie

Artemis Emslie

CEO
Cadence Rx
BOARDS:
Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce, Stageworks Theatre

Leadership Committee

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Amanda Herring

Co-Founder & CEO

Fe league

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Keri Higgins Bigelow

CEO

LivingHR, Inc.

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Marna Killian

CEO

10two People Strategy

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Barbara Ruel

Partner

Mercer

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Patty Nooney

President

CRE Analytics Now LLC

Dianne-Hively-Tampa-Bay-2023-LC

Dianne Hively

Chief Financial Officer

Hivest Financial

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Kim Perez

Chief Financial Officer

Welbilt

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TJ Haynes-Morgan

Chief Audit Executive

Raymond James

Karen-Mulroe-Tampa-Bay-2023-LC

Karen Mulroe

Chief Legal Officer

Greenway Health, LLC

Christine Howard

Christine Howard, Esq

Managing Partner

Fisher Phillips

Paulee Day

Paulee Day

Chief Legal and HR Officer

West Marine, Inc.

Kelly Lefferts

Kelly Lefferts

Chief Legal Officer

Bloomin' Brands

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Ashley Agard

Partner

The Clarion Group

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!

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Thank you to our In-Kind Donors!

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