Making an Impact Summit

When:

Start: Mar 06, 2026 at 10:00 am
End: Mar 06, 2026 at 05:00 pm

Where:

Virtual (Eastern Time Zone)
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Virtual (Eastern Time Zone),

Ticket Price:

$295

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Making an Impact Summit – Celebrating International Women’s Day & Women’s History Month

We invite you to join us on Friday, March 6, 2026, for our International Women’s Day Virtual Summit, where we will explore how women are driving meaningful impact in their careers through impactful leadership.

This full-day leadership development event will feature six executive-led panel discussions, beginning at 10:00 AM Eastern / 7:00 AM Pacific. Our esteemed panelists will share insights on key topics, including:

– Career Planning & Pivots
– Managing Obstacles & Uncertainty
– Career Risks & Opportunities
– Enabling Talent & Growth
– Impactful & Versatile Leadership
– Executive Skills & Training

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable leadership strategies, connect with industry experts, and be part of an inspiring conversation on career growth and leadership excellence. We look forward to having you join us!

Virtual Ticket Price: $295
Mother/Daughter Tickets: $495

Group Discounts: Please contact events@sharpheels.com for group discount rates, and for any questions about the event.

**Add on: Career / Leadership Coaching Session After Event: $595
**Add on: Group (30): $5995 (attend the event with 30 team members)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Recording of Sessions. The event will be recorded and available on-demand after the event to registered attendees.
Continuing Education. We will provide a certificate of completion after attending the event for 8hrs of Leadership Training.
Single Use License. Access is granted to one registered attendee only and may not be rebroadcast, livestreamed, recorded, distributed, or shared with any non-registered individual or group, including internal company audiences. All viewers must be registered attendees unless otherwise authorized by SharpHeels.

For more details, please review our Terms & Conditions. We look forward to seeing you at the event!

Women Making an Impact – Virtual Summit (Eastern Time)

Join us for a powerful day of leadership development, career insights, and executive wisdom from top industry leaders.

9:45-10:00 AM | Check-In
Log in to the Zoom platform, grab your favorite beverage, and get ready for a day of inspiring discussions and actionable career advice.

10:00-10:15 AM | Event Kick-Off
Our Mistress of Ceremonies sets the stage with an energizing welcome, highlighting the importance of leadership development and making a lasting impact in your career.

10:15-11:00 AM | Career Planning & Pivots
Learn how executives navigated career transitions, goal setting, and strategic moves, with insights on securing mentorship, negotiating promotions, and embracing career shifts.
Panelists: Amber Garrison, President, Elizabeth Arden, Onney Crawley, CMO, Goodwill Industries International, Caroline O’Connor, President, Business, Miami Marlins, Shilan Heravi, SVP, Engineering, Warner Brothers Discovery, Jennifer Skyler, Chief Corp. Affairs Officer, American Express

11:15-12:00 PM | Managing Obstacles & Mishaps
Hear candid stories from executives about overcoming career challenges—from job loss and work-life balance struggles to lacking experience and course-correcting career missteps.
Panelists: Heather Garboden, Chief Customer Officer, American Airlines, Stephanie Pullings Hart, EVP & Chief Operations Officer, Nestlé, Kathy Behrens, President, Social Responsibility, NBA, Dustee Jenkins, Chief Public Affairs Officer, Spotify, Cari Gallman, EVP, General Counsel, Bristol Myers Squibb

12:15-1:00 PM | Career Risks & Opportunities
Discover how leaders successfully took career risks, seized game-changing opportunities, and positioned themselves for professional growth.
Panelists: Alexis DePree, Chief Operating Officer, Nordstrom, Dr. Amy Compton-Phillips, EVP, Chief Medical Officer, CVS Health, Beth Rose, Chief Compliance Officer, Ford Motor Company, Alicia Pittman, Sr. Partner & MD, Boston Consulting Group, Rachel Antalek, Chief Food Innovation Officer, Pizza Hut

1:00-2:00 PM | Lunch Break
Recharge and refresh before the afternoon sessions.

2:00-2:45 PM | Enabling Talent & Growth
Gain insights on building and leading high-performing teams, fostering engagement, and supporting career development within your organization.
Panelists: Stephanie Dorsey, CEO, Siemens Real Estate Services, Maria Demaree, SVP & CIO, Lockheed Martin, Neera Shetty, EVP, Chief Legal Officer & Interim Chief Administrative Officer, PGA TOUR, Tolli Love, Chief Development Officer, Habitat for Humanity

3:00-3:45 PM | Impactful & Versatile Leadership
Master the art of influential leadership, emotional intelligence, navigating change, and inspiring teams with a clear vision.
Panelists: Renie Anderson, EVP & Chief Revenue Officer, NFL, Claire Rauh McDonough, Chief Financial Officer, Rivian, Emma Chalwin, Chief Marketing Officer, Workday, Kathryn Kaminsky, Chief Commercial Officer, PwC

4:00-5:00 PM | Building Executive Skills
Explore strategies for enhancing leadership visibility, demonstrating executive presence, and managing how your value is perceived within your organization.
Panelists: Jamila Daniel, EVP & Chief Diversity Officer, Starz, Julie Loeger, SVP, Chief Growth Officer, eBay, Cherie Axelrod, Chief Risk & Compliance, Western Union, Ramiya Iyer, SVP, Technology & Engineering, Albertsons

5:00 PM | Wrap-Up
Closing thoughts and key takeaways from an impactful day of learning and leadership.

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Event Ticket Options:

Virtual Ticket: $295
Includes: Virtual access to the event via a Zoom Link + a Certificate of Completion for 8hrs of Leadership Coaching and access to the on-demand recording of the event afterwards. (You can add 1x1 coaching sessions as a follow-up for the event by selecting Coaching Session Add-ons)

Event + Student (Mother/Daughter - Father/Daughter - Mother/Son): $495
Includes: 1 regular virtual ticket + 1 student ticket for a grade school or college student (for anyone who'd like to have their young daughter/son join).

Buy 2, Get 1 Free: $590
Includes: 3 regular virtual tickets for colleagues, friends, or guests (purchase a two ticket bundle and receive a third ticket at no additional cost). Offer Expires 12/31/2025

Optional Ticket Add-ons:

60-Minute Executive Coaching Session – $595
A personalized, one-on-one session with an Executive Coach, designed for professionals at the manager, director, or executive level. This session is also highly beneficial for individuals preparing to step into a managerial or team leadership role within the next 1-2 years, as well as those in strategic, non-managerial positions looking to enhance their leadership impact.
Group (30) Package – $5,995 (watch the virtual event with up to 30 friends, co-workers, and local professionals)
Includes: 30 Virtual access passes to the event via a Zoom Link + Access to the on-demand recordings of the sessions after the event + a Certificate of Completion for 8hrs of Leadership Training.
Quarterly Executive Coaching Package – $2,295
Includes four 60-minute coaching sessions, providing ongoing leadership support and career development over the course of the year.
Monthly Executive Coaching Package – $6,495
Includes twelve 60-minute coaching sessions, designed for professionals seeking consistent executive mentorship and leadership growth.
Customized Team Leadership Training – $3,995
A 3.5-hour leadership training session tailored to your team’s needs, delivered virtually, on-site at your office, or offsite at a local venue (up to 10 attendees). For larger teams, additional increments of 10 attendees can be purchased.
Maternity Leave Prep & Career Coaching – $2995 – Get prepared for maternity leave and your career planning with six career coaching sessions – two before maternity leave and four after you return to work with one of our experienced career coaches to optimize success for your family and your career.

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Ticket Type	Price	Spaces
Virtual Ticket	$295.00
Mother/Daughter (Combo Tickets)	$495.00
Add-on: Coaching Session	$595.00
Add-on: Group Tickets (30)	$5,995.00

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