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New York, New York 10001
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Tuesday: 8:30AM - 5:30PM
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Join this panel to hear from leaders who are leveraging the transformative power of AI to inspire innovation, creativity and learning. Understand how AI technologies, from stunning visual art to personalized learning to complex Lego robotics, are shaping the future of various functions and industries. AI's beauty lies in its ability to augment human capabilities and lead to novel solutions that were unimaginable before, capturing the harmonious synergy between human ingenuity and AI's remarkable potential.
Women investors are on the rise, but they still face unique challenges when it comes to building their wealth. Join us for a candid conversation around the power of investing, building generational wealth, estate planning for your future legacy and how a financial advisor can help you unlock your goals.
Whether you are a young professional looking for guidance on navigating your career, a seasoned executive seeking to give back and mentor others, or simply interested in learning more about the importance of mentorship, this panel is for you. Hear from a group of inspiring and accomplished women who have excelled in their respective fields and are committed to empowering the next generation of female leaders. In this discussion, they will share personal experiences on how to find the right mentor or mentee outside of your company, tips for building a strong and productive relationship, and how mentorship has helped them navigate career changes and challenges.
Representation has come a long way in advertising, but we have a long way to go. 40% of women do not relate to women shown in advertising, and almost one in two people from marginalized groups felt they had been stereotyped in some way. Join us as we speak with the leading voices in the advertising industry to discuss what it will take to finally get representation right.
Patricia Ratulangi, VP, Global Communications/DEI, Nielsen
April Quinn, President, US, R/GA
Nikki Buchanan, Senior Sales Director, Multicultural, SXM Media
Vida Cornelious, Vice President, Creative, Advertising, The New York Times
Lydia Daly, SVP, Audience Impact and Intelligence, Paramount
Mercedes Bender, Principal, DEI Practice Lead, Ipsos Strategy3
Yvette Ellis, Enterprise Marketing Excellence Leader, Deloitte
Women hold just 26% of data and AI-centered jobs, with a significant gender gap at the executive level. This is an increasingly troubling statistic considering the rapid growth of artificial intelligence, its pervasiveness, and the threat of data bias. The solution lies in hiring, promoting and retaining more women leaders, changing company culture, and especially in elevating women’s stories in order to inspire the next generation of young women and girls to enter the field. Join us as we convene Google’s visionary women leaders who are driving change in the sector.
Employee engagement and happiness is essential for a business in any economic climate, especially in a dynamic economy when high-pressure conditions and organizational shifts place new demands on employees. Studies show that among top-performing organizations, leading authentically and strategically were the two most important leadership capabilities for navigating through uncertainty. Join us for a conversation between top agency leaders on the frontlines to discuss why authentic female leadership during times of change is essential for business growth and employee happiness.
Courtney Howell, Head, Agency Development, Samsung Ads
Maureen Bosetti, Chief Investment Officer, IPG Mediabrands
Liza Davidian, EVP, Investment & Activation, EssenceMediacom, GroupM
Allie Kallish, EVP, Managing Director, MAGNA
Denise Ocasio, Executive Director, Investment, Mindshare
Amy Ginsberg, EVP, Investment, Publicis Collective
Done With Playing it Safe: How the Advertising Industry Can Shift Perceptions of Women in Cybersecurity
There is significant gender disparity in the cybersecurity industry, with women holding just 25% of jobs. What role can the advertising industry play in helping to shift perceptions and position cybersecurity as a space that welcomes and encourages women? We can start by bringing visibility and amplification to women in cyber —through storytelling and highlighting their critical work. Join us as we explore solutions alongside today’s top leaders in cybersecurity and advertising.
The digital landscape is becoming increasingly more important in how consumers and brands connect, engage, and communicate, as brands look to create genuine communities. But what is the secret to success? Why has authenticity become a foundational element in how celebrities, influencers and brands achieve lasting success in the business world? Explore how authenticity and community can serve as a strategic advantage, differentiating your brand and creating genuine connections with customers and clients. This session will delve into what it means to have influence, the power of cultivating community, and the role brands and talent can play in creating authentic content.
Drivers and riders have expressed they’d like more choice, comfort, and camaraderie in their rideshare experience. Lyft’s new Women+ Connect feature aims to do just that by matching more women and nonbinary drivers and riders. With only 23% of rideshare drivers being women, this new feature also aims to remove barriers to flexible earning opportunities. Supporting women, nonbinary people, and building with inclusivity in mind, is not new for Lyft. Join us for discussion with some of the innovators behind this inclusive and critical new feature.
Over 50% of men are using AI in their professional and personal lives, compared to just a third of women. Why? Women may be less comfortable with AI because they weren’t encouraged to embrace STEM at an earlier age, and they have also expressed more skepticism with AI overall, most likely because of fear of bias. How does this impact the Advertising industry at large, and what’s being done about it? Join us for a discussion on how to close the gap and make AI more equitable for all.
Emily Wengert, Managing Director and Executive Creative Director, Huge Inc.
Candace Marks, Sr. Director, Product Management, Getty Images
Jocelyn Lee, Managing Director, Digital Advertising, Deloitte Digital
Anne Hunter, SVP, B2B Products and Go-to-Market, North America, Ipsos
Amber Coleman-Mortley, Sr. Director, Community and Culture, The Female Quotient
Fun, Joy, and Laughter with Sherri Shepherd: How To Use Entertainment & Inclusion To Elevate Your Brand
Join Emmy & NAACP award-winning host and comedian Sherri Shepherd in a sit down with BigCommerce’s Tom Bourdon to discuss how she reinvigorated daytime TV while living her dream and leading by example on her hit talk show Sherri. Joined by her Executive Producer Jawn Murray and SVP of Brand Partnerships Karen Bonck, Shepherd and her team will provide insight on bringing their winning feel-good formula to TV every day and how that creates a rich environment for brands to thrive.
Gen Z is powerfully shaping the cultural conversation unlike any generation before them. They desire a higher level of meaning from brands as well as a seat at the table and voice in the conversation. In a time where connection, empathy, authenticity and transparency are paramount, join us to hear how these CMOs are paving the way and creating impact through not only their words, but also their actions.
By early 2023, 75% of American mothers were working at least part-time. This is more than before the pandemic and due in large part to in-person childcare and remote work. Most women who work remotely are happier, less stressed and less likely to quit. These are all facts. Despite this, there is a rise in CEOs and companies going back to pre-pandemic RTO policies that simply don’t work for women. Join us for an honest conversation about how to go forward, writing our own rules around RTO to be happy, healthy, and heard.
The financial industry has long been male dominated—until now. With the rise of social media, and platforms like Instagram and TikTok democratizing idea sharing, #womeninfinance finally have a share of voice. These creators are making financial advice accessible to all by pulling back the curtain to help women earn—and spend—what they deserve. Join us for a conversation with Haley Sacks, the Zillenial Finance Expert behind @MrsDowJones, to learn how she has built a business by helping millions of women thrive.
Join radio’s favorite entertainment experts and real-life sisters — Lauren, Rachel, and Mariah Smith — in conversation with SiriusXM’s Tim Johnson to discuss the power pop culture has to bring people together. Hear from the sisters about their journey into audio, the unique immediacy of hosting a daily live show on Andy Cohen’s Radio Andy channel, what it’s really like to work with family, their growing fandom of fellow “sisters” and listeners, and how brands can authentically support their work and growing community.
Passing Go and Collecting Their Money: How 2023 Placed Women In the Financial Driver’s Seat For the First Time in History
2023 has undoubtedly been the biggest year yet for women and money. The data places women firmly in the financial drivers seat: there are more women in the workforce than ever before, women are now out-earning or making the same as their husbands in nearly half of marriages, and the hugely successful 'Barbie’ movie combined with Taylor Swift and Beyoncé’s summer tours will add $8.5B to U.S. growth. Join us for a conversation on the unprecedented and record-breaking state of women in finance.
Black women are among the fastest growing demographic of entrepreneurs in the U.S., driving billions of dollars in revenue and creating hundreds of thousands of jobs. In honor of Women's Small Business Month, we're bringing together entrepreneurs enrolled in Amazon's Black Business Accelerator—both seasoned sellers and a few newbies to the platform—to discuss Amazon BBA's impact, what founders should know about today's small business landscape, and how they're turning their business into their legacy.
Please join us for cocktails and a community experience designed to stimulate connection and knowledge sharing with fellow business owners and other members of Amazon's Black Business Accelerator community. This event will feature giveaways and a very special portrait studio experience you won’t want to miss!
Why do women only account for 19% of Wikipedia entries? Why does AI portray Advertising’s Most Influential Person of the Year as a white man? Across industries, women are the driving force behind groundbreaking medical discoveries, transformative contributions to film and music, and thriving businesses. So, how can we ensure women are as discoverable by AI as men? Join us as we discuss specific strategies to elevate women’s visibility in all industries, allowing them to shine, own their achievements, and gain global recognition.
Mary Beth Adduci, Founder and CCO, 6
Erin Sarofsky, Owner & Executive Creative Director, Sarofsky
Kelly Conkright, Founder, The Brand Terminal
Jessica Schneider, Chief Commercial Officer, Morning Consult
Remington Bennett, Content Writer, The Female Quotient
Caroline Dettman, Chief Marketing and Creative Officer, The Female Quotient
Verdict’s in: Job satisfaction is the highest it’s been since the Great Depression. In fact, the number of employees leaving their roles voluntarily is on a steady decline. But what happens when we zoom in on a woman’s experience at work? It’s reported that fulfillment in work and life is key to women’s workplace happiness across three generations of today’s workforce, including Gen X, Millennial, and Gen Z. In this conversation, we’ll hear from the leaders across industries and functions who are powering the Big Stay for their businesses while supporting the teams driving their collective success.
Anna Palmer, Founder and CEO, Punchbowl News
Diana Haussling, SVP, GM, Consumer Experience & Growth, Colgate-Palmolive
Neda Whitney, Chief Marketing Officer, Ring Concierge
Lauren Maillian, President, Digital Innovation, Hero Media
Heather Malenshek, Chief Marketing Officer, Land O'Lakes, Inc.
Michelle Wong, Chief Marketing Officer, Sprinkles
Creating a culture that your employees want to be a part of requires both skill and commitment. It’s simply not enough to advocate for work-life balance without taking the necessary steps to actualize those policies. Retention begins with establishing a workplace that prioritizes its people and fosters empathic leadership. In this discussion, we’ll uncover the recipe for a workplace where talent not only stays but thrives, and what actions leaders can take to guide their teams through a compassionate lens
Erica Keswin, Author, Speaker, Workplace Strategist
Kimberly King, Vice-President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Global Advertising & Partnerships, NBCUniversal
Lynn Bader, Senior Director, Agency Development, North America, LinkedIn
Alia Lamborghini, SVP, Head, US Sales and Strategy, Yahoo
Jill Hamilton, Vice President, Global Media & Analytics, American Express
Latasha Gillespie, Global Head, DEIA, Amazon MGM Studios, Prime Video and Freevee
In this era of hustle culture and unlimited access to technology, one essential productivity hack is being left out of the conversation: rest. Studies show that rest helps stimulate creativity and efficiency, and deepens concentration. Join us as we unpack why rest is an important part of corporate culture strategy.
In today's dynamic marketing industry, Black professionals face unique challenges and opportunities. Though marketing departments across the country are growing more diverse, Black professionals continue to be marginalized and overlooked. This panel, "Navigating Success: Thriving as a Black Marketer," aims to empower Black marketers, both seasoned professionals and those just starting their careers, with the knowledge and tools necessary to not just survive but to thrive in the marketing industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, network with industry experts, and participate in discussions with trailblazers who have shattered barriers and overcome obstacles on their journey to success. Leave inspired and equipped to drive positive change and make a lasting impact on your career.
Tequia Burt, Editor in Chief, LinkedIn Collective & LinkedIn Ads Blog, LinkedIn
Ty Heath, Director, Market Engagement, The B2B Institute, LinkedIn
Marissa Nance, Founder and CEO, Native Tongue Communications
Dr. Sheila Robinson, Publisher and CEO, Diversity Woman Media
Sadé Muhammad, Chief Marketing Officer, Time
God-is Rivera, Chief Content Officer, Essence Ventures
Gena Pemberton, Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, Omnicon Health Group
Discrimination, lack of support, and outdated policies around women's health have created barriers for women in the workplace, inhibiting their ability to thrive. In this thought-provoking discussion, leaders will explore the intersection of natural life phases such as menopause and child-bearing and the demands and expectations of the workplace. Panelists will share insights and initiatives that challenge misconceptions, spark innovation, and pave the way for a more inclusive and supportive work environment for women of all ages.
Many of the headlines we read around gender and the growth of AI warn of bias, the gender gap in adoption, and women losing their jobs to generative AI automation. Yet women leaders—who by nature are resilient, adaptable and hyper-connected in their leadership styles—should be the ones leading companies into this new era of innovation. Join us as we bring together leaders in AI to discuss why women are best positioned to stay ahead of the rapid changes AI is bringing to the industry, and how they work alongside this new technology instead of against it.
According to Spencer Stuart’s annual CMO Tenure Study, chief marketing officers at the top 100 advertisers in the U.S. have been in the role for just 39 months, the lowest level in more than a decade. No wonder. The ever-growing list of seemingly insurmountable challenges facing marketing and advertising has made the role of CMO broader and yet more nuanced than ever before. Join members of The List, the collective of leading marketers and advertisers assembled by Ad Age in partnership with Meta, to explore the current state of CMOs today and discuss why a Modern CMO Playbook is necessary to help navigate this age of continual disruption and how marketing and creativity can future-proof the crises that lie ahead.
Sylvia Zhou, Head, Global Industry Marketing, Meta
Ellie Bamford, Chief Strategy Officer, Wunderman Thompson
Obele Brown-West, President, Tracer
Jenn Renoe, Director, Partner Direct, Publicis Health Media
Matt Withington, Senior Director, Marketing, Head, Truly Hard Seltzer & Emerging Brands, Boston Beer Company
Hispanic women will represent 25% of the population by 2050 and are the fastest growing sector of the entrepreneurial market. Yet, less than 2% of c-suite positions and board seats go to Latina women, and only two women have been CEO of Fortune 500 Companies. What will it take to bring Latina women up the career ladder and into decision-making power? As we close out Hispanic Heritage Month, join us as we uplift the voices of Hispanic leaders and discuss how we should invest in their career development at all stages.
Valeria Aloe, Author, Uncolonized Latinas & Executive DEI Advisor
Joanne Mena, Chief Talent Officer, Mediabrands Content Studios & LATAM, IPG Mediabrands
Karen Vega, Vice President, Insights Marketing & Operations, Paramount Advertising
Nidia Serrano, VP, Sales Marketing, SXM Media
Natalia Espejo, Head, NA Verticals, Snap Inc.
Gaby Ferreres, Head, Product Marketing, Advertising & Marketing, AWS
Julie Sandoval, Partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP
Off Script: How Female Leaders are Humanizing Stories, Trailblazing Journalism, and Pioneering Change in Media and Marketing.
This conversation delves into the transformative power of women in media leadership. It explores their role in reshaping the narrative landscape, amplifying marginalized voices, and championing diversity. Female journalists, marketers, and business leaders break new ground in shifting the lens towards human stories. These leaders also challenge the media industry's culture, fostering inclusivity and innovation. Their influence extends beyond news- or boardrooms, leveraging social media for advocacy and shifting cultural conversations. Economically, diverse representation impacts industries and shapes cultural norms. This discussion paints a portrait of female leaders shaping the future of empathetic, inclusive, and impactful media and advertising.
Leaders are continuously searching for new talent, when in reality the talent already exists in your teams. However, technology and society are driving changes faster than teams can adapt. Because of this, employees are being called to prioritize both upskilling and reskilling in order to not only keep their jobs, but stay ahead of this ever-changing world of workplace development. In this conversation, we'll explore how to make "upskilling" an industry norm and what leaders should be doing to foster advancement and development within their teams.
W. Joe DeMiero, US CEO, UM
Lizzy Bilasano, VP Creative Strategy NA, Whalar
Karin Levi, Head, Global Financial Services Marketing, LinkedIn Marketing Solutions, LinkedIn
Charitie Dantis-Gayo, Corporate Vice President, Market Research & Insights, New York Life
Marni Schapiro, Global Head, Advertising, Block
Ronda Carnegie, Chief Innovation Officer, The Female Quotient
Work Hard, Play Harder: How Playfulness, Imagination and Creativity Give Companies a Competitive Edge
In a survey conducted by the World Economic Forum, 90% of business leaders highlighted the importance of creativity in remaining competitive. Why? Because business challenges require inventive solutions, and unique problem-solving is a form of art. That’s why many companies are infusing workplace environments, policies and problem-solving processes with more creativity, from writing, painting, music, dance, and other hands-on creative outlets. Join us for a discussion with some of today’s top leaders who have found success by fostering a culture of creativity.
Megan Fath, US Chief Design Officer, Deloitte Digital
Suzanne Skop, Senior Director, Agency Partnerships, Instacart
Abigail Posner, Director, Creative Works, Google
Tressie Lieberman, Chief Marketing Officer, Yahoo
Jenn Walters, VP, Group Campaign Director, Ad Council
Ashley Champ, Head, Growth and Creator Partnerships, Blacktag, Inc.
Caroline Dettman, Chief Marketing and Creative Officer, The Female Quotient
There’s nothing some retail therapy can’t fix. Join us as we sit down with the founders of The Refind Closet, a luxury resale boutique that is being built on social media — and no doubt will be your next shopping obsession. Together, we'll unpack the psychology behind our love of luxury and learn how these women are leveraging the power of community, closets, and cash.
Periods, hot flashes, IVF injections, postpartum care — the nuances of women’s health have historically been depicted through a limited and exclusionary lens in the media. Now, as women are publicly taking ownership of their bodies, brands are telling new and relatable stories about women’s health that reach everyday people from all backgrounds. Join us as we speak with creative leaders about how they're reimagining today’s advertisements and campaigns to reflect this empowering era.
Kendall Ciesemier, Host, At Liberty, ACLU Podcast and Senior Executive Producer, Multimedia, ACLU
Jacqueline Lovelock, Managing Director, Healthcare, R/GA
Kathleen Saxton, Global Chief Marketing Officer, Omnicom
Tristen Norman, Director, Creative Insights, Getty Images
Nadia Carta, Head, Data Transformation, Google
Shelley Zalis, CEO, The Female Quotient
Talia Bender Small, President, The Female Quotient
Caroline Dettman, Chief Marketing and Creative Officer, The Female Quotient
Amber Coleman-Mortley, Sr. Director, Community and Culture, The Female Quotient
Ronda Carnegie, Chief Innovation Officer, The Female Quotient
