Women’s Leadership Conference (E2412560)

These powerful sessions will teach you to become more resilient, more committed to growth, and more capable of achieving your biggest objectives.

This conference is presented by the Virginia Society of CPAs (VSCPA) in cooperation with the NJCPA.

8-9:25 a.m.
Powerful Women Communicate: Making Your Voice Count
Feeling unseen or unheard in the male-dominated world of business? This session goes beyond simply "speaking up." We'll explore the critical yet often overlooked aspect of internal communication – the messages you tell yourself. Learn to harness your story, unlock your inner voice, and silence self-doubt. Evolve into that force for change who confidently shares her experiences and expertise in ways that empower others.

9:45-10:35 a.m.
Are you Living Your #bestlife - Keeping Your Career Agile
Let’s talk about how to taste, touch, and see yourself on a path to career success, avoiding those “Sunday Scaries.” Learn how to read indicators around you, the good and the bad, and use those to make decisions in your career journey. In this interactive experience, we will share tools to help you to be intentional, get feedback and set plans into action. In the end, you’ll find how you show value to your employer and more importantly to yourself.

10:55 a.m.-12:10 p.m.
Embrace You: The Power of Authenticity & Courageous Communication
In today's fast-paced and dynamic professional world, the pressure to conform can often overshadow the value of individuality and authenticity. "Embrace You: The Power of Authenticity & Courageous Communication" is a transformative session designed to empower professionals to bring their true selves to the workplace, fostering environments where trust, innovation, and meaningful relationships thrive.

1-2:15 p.m.
Mastering the Art of Celebrating Your Wins
Reflecting on your achievements– big or small– improves your physical and mental well-being, fast-tracks your career advancement, and builds your self-confidence. In fact, celebrating even the small wins stimulates dopamine release in the brain. This feel-good chemical reinforces the learning experience yet, most of us don’t celebrate ourselves nearly enough. This session will discuss practical and creative ways to celebrate wins every day and greater self-confidence.

2:30-3:20 p.m.
Women Ascending in Leadership
This session will focus on the unique challenges and opportunities faced by women on their path to leadership positions in the finance industry. Uncover strategies for overcoming gender biases, building a supportive network, and leveraging one's strengths to ascend in traditionally male-dominated fields like finance and real estate.

3:30-4:20 p.m.
The ASK
Navigate your way to a “Yes” as you learn to embrace “No.” This session shares evidence-based strategies that will revolutionize your approach to negotiating and the art of "making the ask." Theorizing will take a back seat in place of taking action and emphasizing preparation and practice.