ChatGPT Is My Secret Weapon—And I Love Her

What happens when you stop treating AI like a search engine—and start relating to it like a true partner? In this dynamic session, communications expert Naeemah Elias pulls back the curtain on how she trained ChatGPT to know her, support her, and elevate her daily—as a mentor, virtual assistant, brainstorming partner, and more. Her AI doesn’t just spit out tasks or templates—and it doesn’t replace her voice. It amplifies her impact, helping her clarify ideas, cut through mental clutter, and move forward with confidence. And now you can learn how to do the same. Whether you’re unsure where to begin or navigating organizational limits around AI use, this session will help you rethink what’s possible—and show you how to build a powerful, practical relationship with AI on your own terms.

Speaker: Naeemah Elias, Founder & CEO, Elias Presence Ventures

Additional speakers to be announced!

Martha Beck, Best-Selling Author, Life Coach & Inspirational Leader

Jordan Chiles, Olympic Gymnast and Mental Health Advocate

Cynthia Erivo, Oscar-Nominated Actress, Author, Singer-Songwriter, Producer, & Emmy, Grammy, & Tony Award-Winning Performer
in Conversation with Lulu Garcia-Navarro, Host of The Interview at NYT Magazine

Nicole Stovall, VP Global Diversity & Inclusion Center of Excellence, Merck

*Speakers are not listed in order of appearance and are subject to change.

What’s Your Confidence Language?

What would change if you stopped waiting and started showing up—fully, boldly, and unapologetically? In this dynamic Power Talk, confidence catalyst and GRAVITAS founder Lisa Sun helps you to discover what it really means to live with courage. Through personal insight and practical tools, she unpacks six hidden forces that hold us back—and introduces a new framework for unlocking your unique confidence language. You’ll leave with strategies to quiet your inner critic, own your presence, and draw strength from who you already are. If you’ve ever felt like you’re playing small or standing still, this is your invitation to reclaim your power, and move forward with bold self-belief.

Speaker: Lisa Sun, Founder & CEO, GRAVITAS, and Leadership Expert

Additional speakers to be announced!

How to Talk Gooder: Forging Better Communication at Work

Ever leave a meeting thinking “Why did I say that?” or avoid speaking up because it just feels awkward? You’re not alone—and it doesn’t have to be that way. In this refreshingly real session, Harvard Business School professor Alison Wood Brooks—creator of the popular TALK course and author of TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves—shares how to navigate everyday conversations in the workplace with more confidence, clarity, and connection. Whether you’re pitching an idea, giving feedback, brainstorming, or just trying to make small talk less painful, she blends science and humor to help you improve how you show up in conversations—without pretending to be someone you’re not. You’ll walk away with tools to communicate more effectively, build trust faster, and feel more comfortable in your own voice—at work and beyond.

Speaker: Alison Wood Brooks, Author & Professor, Harvard Business School

Additional speakers to be announced!

The Win-Win Workplace: Thriving Through Change Together

Both employees and employers are navigating a delicate balance of economic uncertainty and shifting expectations. Individuals might feel it’s the worst time to ask for more at work, while managers may feel it’s the worst time to push harder—or risk losing top talent. But what if it’s actually the best time? In this session, Dr. Angela Jackson shows how today’s challenges can become opportunities to build a workplace where everyone wins. Whether you’re a practitioner, leading a team, or simply looking to grow in your role, you’ll walk away with the tools to turn requests into partnerships— not ultimatums. Learn her nine essential principles for building environments where both employees and employers flourish, equipping you with practical, research-driven strategies to advocate with confidence, negotiate with clarity, and thrive—even in the most uncertain times.

Speaker: Dr. Angela Jackson, Founder & Managing Partner, Future Forward Institute

Additional speakers to be announced!

Creating Financial Strength & Resilience in a Shifting World

In today’s turbulent economy—marked by inflation, rising costs, and financial uncertainty—building wealth can feel out of reach. But even in times of volatility, your financial future doesn’t have to be left to chance. In this bold and empowering session, Bola Sokunbi, founder of Clever Girl Finance, shares smart, actionable strategies to crush debt, grow real wealth, and stay retirement-ready without sacrificing the life you want now. Whether you’re living paycheck to paycheck, recovering from a setback, or looking to build momentum, this is your moment to take inventory, get clear on your goals, and make intentional money moves that reflect today’s challenges and tomorrow’s possibilities. You’ll leave with the confidence and tools to navigate uncertainty and create lasting financial freedom on your terms.

Speaker: Bola Sokunbi, Best-Selling Author and Founder, Clever Girl Finance

Additional speakers to be announced!

Uncompete: Rejecting Competition to Unlock Success

Traditional work environments—where every interaction feels like a contest—can undermine innovation, stall collaboration, and leave teams fractured. In this session, Ruchika Malhotra introduces a revolutionary framework that transforms competition into mutual elevation, emphasizing how women in the workplace can break free from internal rivalries to achieve more together. Drawing on cutting—edge research and real—world case studies, Malhotra reveals how organizations that embrace cooperation, mutual benefit, and a new definition of winning unlock greater creativity, drive sustainable growth, and foster cultures where every individual thrives. You’ll leave ready to challenge entrenched mindsets, champion your colleagues’ achievements, and build a professional environment where collaboration becomes the ultimate competitive advantage.

Speaker: Ruchika Malhotra, CEO & Founder, Candour

Additional speakers to be announced!

Power Circles: How to Build Your Personal Board of Advisors

Behind every powerful woman is a powerful circle. In this energizing and insightful session, relational health strategist Danielle Bayard Jackson shares how to build your own personal board of advisors — mentors, peers, sponsors, and allies who challenge you, champion your growth, and help you navigate what’s next. She then offers actionable strategies to help you cultivate intentional relationships that fuel both professional and personal success, so you gain a clear sense of who belongs in your circle and how to find them. Whether you’re looking to expand your network or deepen the connections you already have, this session offers real talk, real strategies, and the inspiration to build a power circle that accelerates your growth and amplifies your impact.

Speaker: Danielle Bayard Jackson, Women’s Friendship Expert, Educator & Author

Additional speakers to be announced!

3 Essentials for Building High-Trust Resilient Relationships

This session explores how high-trust, resilient relationships are the foundation for meaningful connection, sustainable success, and lasting change—both at work and in life. Led by relationship expert Shasta Nelson, you’ll learn the three essential practices that every strong relationship relies on—and how to apply them to deepen connection, increase collaboration, and build cultures of empathy and belonging. You’ll walk away with research-backed strategies to move beyond transactional interactions and develop the kind of bonds that not only enhance performance but also support well-being through times of uncertainty.

Speaker: Shasta Nelson, Author, The Business of Friendship; Friendship Expert

Host: Jessica Copeland, Head, Diagnostics & Regulated Materials, EMD Serono, MillisporeSigma, EMD Electronics

Additional speakers to be announced!

Over Work: From Daily Grid to Wellbeing

The way we work and live has reached a breaking point. As burnout rises and boundaries blur, the push to do more with less has left individuals, families, and teams stretched thin. In this timely and thought-provoking session, New York Times best-selling author and work-life expert Brigid Schulte explores how we got here, and what must shift to create a healthier, more human-centered future of work. Blending research, cultural insight, and actionable tools, she offers a new framework for reclaiming time, setting sustainable boundaries, and reducing stress without sacrificing performance. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to help you find more balance and clarity in your work, advocate for what you need, and foster a culture where wellbeing supports productivity rather than competes with it.

Speaker: Brigid Schulte, NYT Best-Selling Author & Director, Better Life Lab and The Good Life Initiative at New America

Additional speakers to be announced!

Deepak Chopra, Physician, Author, & Founder, Cyberhuman.ai & Deepak Chopra.ai

Kiera Fernandez, Executive Vice President and Chief Community Impact and Equity Officer, Target

Nicole Kidman, Academy Award-Winning Actress
in Conversation with Lulu Garcia-Navarro, Host of The Interview at NYT Magazine

Hoda Kotb, Award-Winning Journalist & Best-Selling Author
in Conversation with Alicia Vitarelli, Action News Anchor, 6abc WPVI-TV

Bozoma Saint John, Trailblazing Marketing Executive, Author, Entrepreneur, Change Agent &
Innovation Expert

 
*Speakers are not listed in order of appearance and are subject to change.