The entire nation came to a standstill in 2020, allowing people to take the time to stop and reflect. Many found motivation and the opportunity to challenge themselves with new goals, and others leaned into the peace and tranquility of life at a slower pace. With amazing medical advances and perseverance, the hope of returning to a revived and renewed life is gaining strength. What are the best ways to capitalize on the changes we’ve experienced? How has business evolved? Who can we become as we charge forward?
Sessions and Speakers
Keynote Address
Previously recorded on Thursday, October 21, 2021
Moderator: Lisa Morris, HVCU Assistant Vice President of Public Relations
Presented by Sara Ross
Sara and her company provide brain-based tools to decrease stress and exhaustion and increase Leadership Vitality by strengthening the skills of energy management, emotional intelligence, and resilience. Sara's ideas and research are earning her a reputation as a fresh and thought-provoking voice in the discussions focused on the future of work.
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Find Your Funding
Previously Recorded on Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Moderator: Robyn Williams, HVCU Assistant Vice President of Regional Branch Management
Over the last decade, the nation has seen a boom in the number of women-owned businesses. In our fast paced economy, entrepreneurs and business owners alike need easy access to cash for inventory, research, and product development, yet too often these women-led businesses are at a disadvantage when it comes to funding their ventures. Hear our panel of experts as we discussed ways to uncover capital through loans, grants, funding programs, and angel investors. Panelists included angel investor and Managing Director of Golden Seeds, LLC, Frances Spark, Women’s Enterprise Development Center’s Veronica Bazan, and HVCU Commercial Lending Officer Diane Elias.
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Executive Communication Skills
Previously recorded Thursday, October 14, 2021
Moderator: Lisa Morris, HVCU Assistant Vice President of Public Relations
This panel discussed the importance of creating and maintaining an “executive voice.” Cultivating a personal and corporate communications style is vital to showcasing strategic leadership. Learn from three distinguished communicators how to create a leader’s presence, connect with all types of teams, as well as give and receive direct feedback. Panelists included Ellie Nieves (Vice President & Counsel, Regulatory and Legislative Affairs at a Fortune 250 company) Dale Hisiger (Coach, Trainer, Facilitator) and Valerie Mason-Cunningham (certified professional leadership coach and former Xerox Executive).
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