9th Annual
Diversity Leadership 2023 National Career Mastered Women’s History
Summit & Awards
IMPACT: I’m Still Standing
Advancing Today’s Global Career Woman
The Whitley Hotel, Atlanta GA
Host: Linwick & Associates, LLC
Join us for Career Mastered 9th year of celebrating the power of women. The 2023 Leadership Diversity Summit & Awards is an event not just for women, but for everyone who wants to champion the advancement of women.
A can’t-miss event filled with inspiration, education, and celebration. As an attendee, you will strengthen your leadership skills, build a sense of empowerment, and expand your network at this premier gathering. You’ll be inspired and gain invaluable knowledge that can positively influence you and your organization to benefit you throughout your professional journey.
Featuring prominent keynote presentations by distinguished alumni honorees, thought leaders, firebrands, and executives, this immersive event is sure to motivate you no matter what industry you’re in or where you are on your career path.
The Career Mastered Leadership Diversity Summit & Awards is a transformative experience designed to inspire action. In the on-site or Live stream (hybrid) interactive two- and one-half days, you can gain the inspiration and skills to aspire higher and learn ways to advance your growth as a leader.
Presenting some of the distinguished thought leaders, firebrands, and executives who will be speaking and/ or honored at this event.
Note: Speakers Could Change Due To Covid - 19
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Mycah Slade is an associate engineer at ITC Holdings Corp., the largest independent electricity transmission company in the United States. In this role, she provides transmission grid solutions that help improve and maintain the high voltage transmission infrastructure in the Michigan and Iowa footprint. Mycah joined ITC in 2018 as an intern, where her primary responsibility was to assist and collaborate with other engineers and departments on creation of conceptual transmission line designs. A recent graduate of Wayne State University, Mycah earned her Bachelor of Science in civil engineering. Her advocacy of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers has earned her the 2017 Career Mastered Excel Village Rising Star award and scholarship.
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Scarlette is the head of diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy for CNN and Warner Brothers Discovery Sports. In her role, she works with the Chief Diversity Officer to carry out DEI strategy across the organization.
Before pivoting to DEI strategy work full-time, Scarlette spent many years as a TV news producer/journalist. She started out at Fox News Channel while pursuing her Master's degree. From there, Scarlette was a producer and talent booker for the political talk show, Hardball with Chris Matthews. In 2016, she joined CNN as a senior producer for the award-winning show, "The Lead w/ Jake Tapper". During her tenure at CNN, she oversaw guest bookings for daily programming as well as primetime specials. Scarlette is frequently sought after for her expertise in television news. She has guest lectured at some of the most prestigious universities in the country. Scarlette resides outside of Washington D.C in northern Virginia with her husband and three young children. She is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated.
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Linda Hannah is a Senior Commercial Contract Analyst at ITC Holdings Corp., the largest independent electricity transmission company in the United States. In her role, she is responsible for researching, advising, and interpreting contract terms of operating agreements for interconnection with distribution and transmission utilities. During her time at ITC, Linda worked with a diverse team of colleagues that produced a first-of-its-kind Inclusion & Diversity program, which was later presented to ITC’s Board of Directors and successfully launched the following year. Linda is ITC’s Ambassador for its Career Mastered Sponsorship. Linda earned her Bachelor of General Studies from the University of Michigan-Dearborn and serves as an Officer with Bloomfield Toastmasters. She is also an award-winning speaker, founder of Linda Hannah Speaks and a contributing writer of A Widow’s Resilience.
As Chairman of the Board of IDEAL Industries, Meghan has dedicated her career to working with IDEAL and other family businesses to help them thrive and survive. In 2020, she founded The Lodis Forum, an international peer group of female Board Chairs, Vice-Chairs, and Lead directors to focus on governance excellence and peer exchange after recognizing the uniqueness of women serving senior board leadership roles. Meghan serves on IDEAL Industries and Kingsbury, Inc. boards, the Brightstar Capital Partners Advisory Council, and several not-for-profit boards.
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The pursuit of excellence is just that, a pursuit. It’s a journey made better by curiosity, humility, and joy.
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Tanya Griffith is the Director of Corporate Relations and DEI Partnerships for DEI Partnerships with Oakland University and a self-proclaimed Social Justice Warrior. Tanya grew up on the west side of Detroit and was the first in both her maternal and paternal family to graduate college and the first within her immediate family (mom and older sibling) to receive a high school diploma - Tanya has broken multiple generational curses and believes that there is truly Power in Knowledge and education. She is inspired by every woman who has broken the cycle of poverty and generational curses, those who have challenged inequality, and injustices, and those who have created pathways for change.
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Please note that these Sessions will be broadcasted to our live stream audience.
Agenda & speaker lineup are subject to change.
Opening Reception - White with Bling Sneakers
Summit Dress Attire is Business.
Pink Gallery Reception/Awards Dress Attire is Cocktail.
March 14, 2023 12:00
Registration: Sponsored by Mercedes Benz- USA
Career Mastered Boutique: Sponsored by Macy’s
Career Mastered Lounge: Sponsored by Food Lion
Healthcare/Wellness Center: Sponsored by Walgreens
March 14, 2023 13:00March 14, 2023 18:00
Sponsored by Mercedes Benz-USA
Tati Amare, Host Live in the D
Dr. Lisa J. Lindsay Wicker, Founder & CEO Linwick & Associates and Career Mastered
Roz Lewis - President & CEO, Greater Women’s Business Council.
Erica Bolden, Head of Diversity, Inclusion & People Analytics, Mercedes Benz USA
Performance by Kennesaw State University Dance Ensemble. Live Band
March 15, 2023 06:30
Sponsored by Henry Ford Health
Melody Marie, Melody Marie Fitness - Certified Fitness Expert
March 15, 2023 07:30
Registration Sponsored by Mercedes Benz USA
Career Boutique Sponsored by Macy’s
Career Mastered Lounge Sponsored by Food Lion
Health & Wellness Lounge Sponsored by Walgreens
Talent Meets Marketplace Engagement Center Sponsored by JP Morgan Chase
Beauty & Glam Suite Sponsored by Inspire Beauty
March 15, 2023 07:30
Sponsored by Food Lion
March 15, 2023 08:30
Tonya Rivens , Media Personality, Mistress Ceremonies
March 15, 2023 08:35
Dr. Lisa J. Lindsay Wicker, Founder & CEO Linwick & Associates and Career Mastered
March 15, 2023 08:50
Erica Bolden, Head of Diversity, Inclusion & People Analytics, Mercedes Benz USA
March 15, 2023 09:00
Gina Stuart, Senior Director, Diversity Walgreens Boots Alliance
March 15, 2023 09:05
Michele Thornton Ghee, President, Multicultural Advertising, Allen Media Group
Dr. Lisa J. Lindsay Wicker, Founder & CEO Linwick & Associates and Career Mastered
March 15, 2023 09:30March 15, 2023 09:45
Sponsored by Amazon
Sponsored by Linwick & Associates, LLC
Lisa J. Lindsay Wicker, CEO Founder Career Mastered
Modupe' R. Congleton, Director I Diversity, Equality & Inclusions (DEI)
Dr. Sabrina Jackson, Media Personality, CEO Essential Colors
Dr. Lisa Brown, Regional Marketing Manager, Volkswagen
Gail Perry-Mason, Founder, Money Matters for Youth/First Vice President Oppenheimer
Tati Amare- Host Live in the D
Career Mastered Real Talk - Real Conversation "Inside Career Success Show features a panel of female leaders who are inspiring and innovative visionaries, whose ambitious actions are changing the world. They each bring varied life experiences, which include motherhood, marriages, single life, corporate hallways, and entrepreneurship. Their unique perspectives range from office business, authenticity, style, gender, equality, me too, work-life balance, inclusion, diversity, men and more. The show will provide insights and learnings from these women business leaders. The panelists will provide practical advice and strategies on today's career woman hot topics.
March 15, 2023 10:30
Sponsored by Mercedes Benz USA
Dr. Jennifer W. Martineau President and Founder, Leap and Inspire Global LLC
In the past year, women leaders have swithced jobs at the highest rates we've ever seen - and at higher rates than men in leadership. Women are still dramatically underrepresented in leadership: only 1 in 4 C-suite executives is a women, and ony 1 ina 20 is a women of color. Research shows that companies with three or more women serving on corporate boards performed significantly better financially than companies with few or no women on their boards. Dr. Martineau will share whats behind these and other trends in the workplace.
March 15, 2023 11:15
Sponsor - Lowe’s Companies, Inc.
Tonya Rivens - Mistress of Ceremonies
March 15, 2023 11:00
Sponsored by Minority Executive Search
March 15, 2023 11:00
Sponsored by Fifth Third Bank
March 15, 2023 11:15
Sponsored by: The Hartford
Dr. Geneva Williams, President & CEO, Dr. Geneva Speaks LLC
F.N.B. Corporation Nesha Pai, CPA, PAI CPA, PLLC
Dawn Johnson, Owner, State Farm Insurance Agency
Marsha Thornton, Head of Supplier Diversity, The Hartford
Sallie Jarosz, Investment Real Estate Banker
Mentors Are Important: So Why Don’t We All Have Them?
Mentorship is something you do, not something you get. In other words, like all relationships, it is a process, not an accomplishment. It may mean checking your ego at the door. Our panel will discuss the importance of mentorship to your career.
March 15, 2023 11:15
Sponsored by New York Life Insurance
Simon Boag, Co-Chief Executive Officer at Aro Homes
Wykeeta Peel, Corporate Vice President New York Life Insurance
Erica Bolden, Head of Diversity, Inclusion & People Analytics, Mercedes Benz USA
LaShauna Lowry, Executive Director - Audit Methodology & Ops, Ally Financial
Lisa Nichols, CEO, Love My Niche Consulting
Learn why leaders need to use a focused purpose that can help push themselves and influence others to accomplish great things.
March 15, 2023 11:15
Sponsored by: Keep WOL
Jillian Blackwell, Global Senior Marketing Manager, Amazon
Monica Hammond, Vice President of Tech & Specialty Support, Verizon
Lauren Fitzpatrick Shanks, Founder, Keep WOL
Jennifer Raiford, Deputy CISO, Head BISO and Global Privacy Officer Unisys
Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Bill Gates, think of any contemporary multi-billionaire entrepreneur and they’ll be intrinsically linked to the world of technology. Staying in tune with the latest market trends vis-à-vis technological developments is a necessary part of a leader’s responsibility and can be a key factor in her career journey. Learn what tools and resources are available.
March 15, 2023 12:15
Presented by Walgreens
Sponsored by Fifth Third Bank
Charity Component Sponsored by Food Lion
Gina Stuart, Senior Director, Diversity & Inclusion, Walgreens Boots Alliance
Stefanie Steward-Young, SVP & Chief Corporate Community & Economic Development Officer
Jasmine Crowe-Houston, CEO Goodr.
Dr. Lisa J. Lindsay Wicker, Founder & CEO Linwick & Associates and Career Mastered
Tati Amare, Host Live in the D, Mistress of Ceremonies Remarks
We know that strong leadership is critical for effective performance for the organization, the team, and the individual. The realities of uneven opportunities for growth continue to be at the center of issues facing women leaders. Jasmine Crowe will be sharing her compelling story.
March 15, 2023 13:15
Sponsored by Lowe's Companies, Inc.
Tonya Rivens, Media Personality Mistress of Ceremonies
March 15, 2023 13:15
Lisa J. Lindsay Wicker, Founder & CEO Linwick & Associates and Career Mastered
Janice Dupre, Chief Human Resources Officer, Lowe’s Companies, Inc.
Denise Brooks-Williams, SVP and CEO North Markets, Henry Ford Health
C-Suite Executives – Opening the Door for Others to Follow - View from the Top - Women in the C Suite:
Opening the Door for Others to Follow
Meet the women who recognize that their place is hard-fought, and that every single work and effort they have exerted has brought them to their well-established place in the C-Suite. Hear how these executives are opening the doors for others to follow
March 15, 2023 02:00
Nikki Pounds, Owner, HR Unequivocally
Gail Perry Mason, CEO Money Matters and First Vice President of Investments of Oppenheimer & Co.
Suzanne Tamburro, Human Resources Business Partner, The Hartford
Marie Mc Lucas, CFO, Primax Properties
Get paid what you’re worth. Mastering the art of successful salary negotiation is critical for women professionals at all stages in their careers. We all know the gender pay gap is still rampant in the United States and around the world. Lean in as our panel shares insights on how to get paid what you’re worth.
March 15, 2023 02:45
Sponsored by Primax Properties
March 15, 2023 03:00
Sponsored by ITC Holdings
Linda Hannah, Sr. Contract Analyst ITC Holdings
March 15, 2023 03:15
Dr. Sabrina Jackson, Media Personality, CEO Essential Colors
Sponsored by Henry Ford Health
No matter where you go on the planet, laughter is common among people even when people do not understand the language. Laughter by definition is an expression or appearance of merriment or amusement. With laughter being the great equalizer among people, seek to laugh more than you complain. The very times that you feel that it is inappropriate to laugh, it is probably the Necessary Time to Laugh as there are benefits.
March 15, 2023 04:00
Sponsored by Ally Financial
Jacqie Mcwilliams, CIAA Commissioner
Byna Elliott, Head of Advancing Black Pathways, JP Morgan Chase
Scarlett Whyte, Head of Diversity Equity & Inclusion Strategy (CNN & Turner Sports) · Warner Bros.
Natalie Brown, Director, Corporate Citizenship, Ally Financial
Have you ever felt like the person you are at home is different from the person you bring to work? You’ve probably heard this advice before: Bring your “authentic” self to work. It makes sense. Being yourself is the best way to form meaningful relationships, which are integral to career success and growth, no matter what field you work in. Many feel the need to check their identity at the door and find themselves not standing truthfully. Now more than ever, with racial and social injustice in the headlines, it becomes important to bring your full selves to work. Please join us in this discussion on being unapologetically you.
March 15, 2023 05:00
Sponsored by Stopit Solutions
Talent Meets Marketplace Engagement Center Sponsored by: JP Morgan Chase
PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS – Your Executive Presence Sponsored by: New York Life Insurance
HEALTHCARE /WELLNESS Sponsored by Walgreens
CAREER MASTERED "I AM HER" LIVE Recording & Mural Experience Sponsored by Linwick & Associates
Career Mastered Boutique Open Sponsored by Macy’s
Career Mastered Lounge Open Sponsored by Food Lion
Who is the special woman that provided you with inspiration and example to become the best you? Was it your mother, grandmother, aunt, or a famous personality? Stop in and share your story. It could be featured in a future Career Mastered Magazine publication or on the Career Mastered website.
March 15, 2023 05:00
Sponsored by Amazon
March 15, 2023 06:00
Sponsored by Ally Financial
Sponsor Remarks - Natalie Brown Senior Director, Corporate Citizenship, Ally Financial
Signature Pink Carpet Host - Tati Amare - Host Live in the D
Join us on the Career Mastered Signature Pink Carpet and enjoy the reception celebration to honor the Class of 2023 with music cocktails and appetizers. Since 2015, we have showcased a gallery of the women leaders being honored each year.
Pink Gallery Reception/Awards Dress Attire is Cocktail.
March 15, 2023 07:00
Sponsored by Mercedes Benz USA
Introduction of Mistress of Ceremonies - Marie McLucas, Chief Financial Officer, Primax Properties, LLC
Florine Mark, Honorary Co-Chair, Former President and CEO, The WW. (Weight Watchers) Group Inc.
Mistress of Ceremonies - Molly Grantham, EMMY-award-winning journalist and the anchor of WBTV News
Remarks - Erica Bolden, Head of Diversity, Inclusion & People Analytics, Mercedes Benz USA
Remarks - Alethia Jackson, SVP, ESG & Chief DEI Officer at Walgreens Boots Alliance
Master Awards & Excel Village Scholarship Presentations: Dr. Lisa Wicker, CEO Linwick & Associates, Founder Career Mastered
Dr. Tamara Roberts, Executive Director, Excel Village Center for Learning
2017 Career Mastered Rising Star and Excel Village Scholar - Mycah Slade, Associate Engineer, ITC Holdings Corp
Girls in grades 5th -12th are presented the 2023 Career Mastered Rising Star and receive a Laverne Gardner Lindsay Stewart Excel Village Scholarship.
March 15, 2023 09:00
Sponsored by Minority Executive Search
Enjoy the entertainment and let’s celebrate the honorees.
March 16, 2023 06:00
Sponsored by Corewell Health
Melody Marie, Certified Fitness Expert, Melody Marie Fitness
March 16, 2023 07:30
Sponsored by Mercedes Benz USA
Career Mastered Boutique Sponsored by Macy’s
Career Mastered Lounge Sponsored by Food Lion
Healthcare/Wellness Center Sponsored by Walgreens
Talent Meets Marketplace/ Engagement Exhibit Center Opens Sponsored by JP Morgan Chase
March 16, 2023 07:30
Sponsored by Food Lion
March 16, 2023 08:30
Sponsored by Lowes
March 16, 2023 08:30
Jacinda Jacobs, Mistress of Ceremonies, Radio, TV Host & Author
Opening Remarks, Dr. Lisa Lindsay Wicker Founder & CEO Linwick & Associates, LLC., Publisher, Career Mastered
March 16, 2023 08:45
Alethia Jackson, SVP, ESG & Chief DEI Officer at Walgreens Boots Alliance
Dr. Lisa J. Lindsay Wicker, Founder & CEO Linwick & Associates and Career Mastered
IMPACT: When She Leads
March 16, 2023 09:30
Sponsored by New York Life Insurance
Carmen Hughes, Founder, Edelweise
Meghan Juday, Board Chair, Ideal Industries
Cindy Burrell, Founder and President of Diversity in Boardrooms,
Michelle L. Tyler Director, New Product Quality CHVAC Trane Technologies. Independent Board Director, Griffon Coporation.
Board service can be one of the most rewarding career experiences: It’s the opportunity to see firsthand how another company operates at the highest levels and to work with and learn from accomplished people. In this session you will learn why women make a difference on Boards and how you can bring value to a Board.
March 16, 2023 10:15
Sponsored by STOPit Solutions
March 16, 2023 10:30
Sponsored by Linwick & Associates, LLC
Jacinda Jacobs, Radio, TV Host, and Author
Power Players - Oh Shift! It’s time to Pivot
Meaningful conversations about when to pivot . . . Woman Round Table Talk Discussions. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in compelling and thought-provoking dialogue addressing the power of the Pivot!
March 16, 2023 11:00
Sponsored by Linwick & Associates, LLC
Jacinda Jacobs, Radio, TV Host, and Author
Dr. Kordia Noble, CEO/Founder Dr. K’s Executive Essentials, LLC
Tanya Griffith, Director of Corporate Relations & Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Partnerships. Oakland UniversityOakland
March 16, 2023 11:30
Sponsored by: JP Morgan Chase
March 16, 2023 12:15
Sponsored by Mercedes Benz USA
Aisa Whitted, Business Administration Manager, Macy’s
Mistress of Ceremonies - Vanessa Tyler, Emmy-Award Winning Journalist
Sponsor Remarks- Erica Bolden, Head of Diversity, Inclusion & People Analytics, Mercedes Benz USA
Teisha Lott Brown - Singer, Actress, Model - A Monologue - IMPACT: I’m Still Standing
Presentation of Awards
March 16, 2023 13:45
Sponsored by ITC Holdings
March 16, 2023 14:00
Sponsored by Corewell Health
Carlos Cubia,VP, Chief Diversity, Equity and Sustainability
Eral Burkes, Founder & CEO, Minority Executive Search
David Johnson, Sr. Partner, Private Client Group
Parkhill Mays, President, Stopit Solutions
Garland Scarboro, Diversity & Inclusion Manager, Food Lion
Merriman King, Vice President, Southeast Region, Volkswagen of America
What does being an ally look like? Progress towards female equality in senior leadership is accelerated when men act as allies. A Grant Thornton study showed that gender equality supportive men reduce negative underrepresentation effects among women and that having an ally increased the sense of belonging and trust felt among women that they would be treated fairly.
March 16, 2023 14:45
Sponsored by Fifth Third Bank
Melissa Blount-Garner, Vice President, Community Affairs, Fifth Third Bank
Darbi Alexander, CEO Brand Culture
Nichole Harris, Regional Manager, Mercedes Benz USA
Carla Roberts, Brand Strategy Manager, Delta Airlines
Eva Brown, DEI Director, JP Morgan Chase
The challenge of landing that capital to grow a company can be exhilarating. But as exciting as the money search may be, it is equally threatening. Built into the process are certain harsh realities that can seriously damage a business. Entrepreneurs cannot escape them but, by knowing what they are, can at least prepare for them.
March 16, 2023 15:15
Amber Cabral, Founder, Cabral Consulting
Kimberly Evans, Founder & CEO, Just Her Rideshare
Fabi Preslar, Founder & CEO, SPARK Publication
According to a report by American Express, there are nearly 13 million women-owned businesses in the U.S. This figure represents 42% of all companies in the U.S. That means women own 4 out of 10 businesses, and these businesses generate about $1.8 trillion annually. How can we work together to support one another?
March 16, 2023 14:30
Sponsored by Fifth Third Bank
Live stream audience only
March 16, 2023 16:00March 17, 2023 08:00
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Shatter The Limits Mastered Class Live with Dr. Lisa J. Lindsay Wicker
