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April 23, 2025

Benton Convention Center
Winston-Salem, NC

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Keynote Speakers

Emily P. Freeman, Author

How to Walk Into a Room:  Leading from the Inside Out

 

​Jennifer McCollum, President and CEO, Catalyst 

Women Leaders Rising: Actionable Strategies to Create Gender Equity in Leadership Faster

Breakout Sessions

MORNING BREAKOUTS (options):

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Accelerating Aspiring Women Into the Corporate Boardroom (Panel)

Despite media attention on the lack of women on corporate boards, getting on a board is still a major and confusing undertaking. Join this panel for an insightful session on securing paid corporate board positions, where you will learn how to strategically leverage your professional network and enhance your board readiness. We will demystify the board search and give you the scoop on everything from board bios to recruiters to platforms that connect candidates with board opportunities and board education programs.

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Maximizing Generational Dynamics in the Workplace for Success (Panel)

Exploring the complexities of generational expectations in the workplace, join this panel as they address common misconceptions and how to foster an inclusive environment for innovation and growth. This group of extraordinary women will explore strategies for bridging generational gaps and creating a supportive workplace that values every voice and experience.

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Pay Equity for Women: Is it Possible? (Workshop)

Led by a seasoned human resources professional, this workshop discusses the challenges of finding and retaining employees in a rapidly changing economy. Participants will explore the crucial concept of pay equity, its significance for women in the workforce, and how assessing pay can address systemic racial injustices tied to wage inequality. This session will provide valuable insights and practical tools to promote fair compensation practices.

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Tip of the Iceberg - How to Prepare Leaders in the Midst of "Anti-DEI" Environments (Workshop)

​As many organizations face challenges in sustaining their DEI efforts amidst shifting landscapes, many DEI departments are being shut down while others remain but are hanging on tight against anti-DEI headwinds. It's arguably more important than ever to ensure that leaders and employees understand your organization's commitment to DEI in support of ALL employees and how to prepare for the long journey ahead. During this workshop session, attendees will gain practical strategies for securing buy-in of leadership in ensuring the long-term success of DEI initiatives within organizations.

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AFTERNOON BREAKOUTS (options):​

 

Elevating Your Executive Presence and Brand (Panel) 

In this workshop, participants will explore the key elements of executive presence and discover 

practical strategies to enhance their leadership influence. Through models of self-discovery and reflection, attendees will learn how to improve their communication, confident decision-making, and authority in high-stakes situations. By the end of the session, participants will leave increased confidence to lead others, as well as their career advancement.

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Lead with Purpose: The Trailblazer Journey (Panel)

Leaders are made, not born! Leadership is a toolkit, not a personality trait. This session will showcase an extraordinary panel of experienced leaders who will share leadership principles they have leveraged to authentically, compassionately, and boldly lead in critical moments in their careers.

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Navigating Your Career with Intention and Confidence (Panel)

Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring experienced professionals who will share their journeys of purposeful career transitions. Participants will learn the importance of aligning personal values with career goals, identifying transferable skills, and leveraging professional networks to navigate change successfully. Through compelling stories and practical advice, attendees will gain valuable strategies to overcome challenges, embrace continuous learning, and build confidence during their own career pivots.

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Self-Care Tips Every Busy Woman Should Have in their Toolbox (Panel)

​In this engaging panel, experienced leaders will explore the critical importance of mental wellness for women in high-pressure roles. They will discuss effective strategies for managing stress, overcoming imposter syndrome, and fostering self-compassion, drawing from their own transformative journeys. Attendees will gain valuable insights and practical tips to prioritize their mental health while leading with confidence and resilience.
 

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Conference Sponsors

Alliance Partners

Champion Sponsors

Woody Clinard

Partner Sponsors

Champion Sponsors

In-Kind Sponsors

Locations

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A small group of diverse working women began meeting together in Winston-Salem in August of 2017. What started as a safe place to seek counsel and encouragement evolved into a team of collaborators committed to improving the lives of women in the workplace. In 2018, the group became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization called the REACH Women's Network.

 

MISSION:

The REACH Women's Network seeks to advance economic development and promote gender equality by elevating the collective voice and influence of working women.

 

In pursuit of this mission, the REACH Women's Network aims to strengthen the vitality, creativity, productivity and sustainability of our workplaces, our economy and our community.

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The REACH Women's Conference inspires working women to REACH UP in their careers, REACH OVER to each other, and REACH BACK to champion the next generation of women in the workplace. 

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In 2012, Salem Academy and College launched the North Carolina Triad's first Women's Conference. At the College's request, the REACH Women's Network has re-imagined and renamed this ground-breaking event, with the goal of recognizing, encouraging, advancing, and connecting working women in our community.

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REACH's fifth annual conference will take place on April 23, 2025 at the Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem, NC. 

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The REACH Women's Conference is presented by the REACH Women's Network, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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