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Women’s Leadership Conference: THRIVE in 2025

September 10 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

$150 – $175
Women's Leadership Conference- THRIVE in 2025 Franklin, TN.

✨ Why Attend?

  • Personalize your agenda with 4 out of 8 breakout sessions tailored to the challenges and opportunities women face in business today.

  • Hear real stories and insights from high-powered panelists during a keynote lunch on boundaries, balance, and bold decisions.

  • You’ll rotate between 5 rooms throughout the day, meaning fresh faces, dynamic content, and no chance of getting stuck at the same table all day.

  • Build your network and your confidence in one inspiring day.


💡 What’s New This Year?

We’ve added breakout session choices so you can personalize your day. You’ll attend four sessions total — choosing two for the morning block and two for the afternoon. On August 5, all registered attendees will receive an email to select their preferences.

Pro tip: Early bird ticket holders will receive the session selection form first — and sessions may fill up. Don’t wait to register!


🧠 Breakout Sessions Overview

You’ll attend 4 out of the 8 powerful sessions listed below. Session selection opens August 5.

  • Lead Boldly: Elevating Your Executive Presence
    Danielle Barnes
    Confidence, credibility, and charisma as a leader
    Takeaway: Non-verbal communication, powerful messaging, and mastering “the room”

  • Engaging Your Strategic Influence with The GSD Factor
    Misha Bleymaier-Farrish
    Elevate your voice, boost productivity, and lead with intention
    Takeaway: Confidence-building tools, strategic action plans, and a personalized GSD Factor assessment

  • Courageous Conversations: Leading Difficult Dialogues with Confidence
    Michelle Perez
    Navigate conflict and deliver feedback with clarity and tact
    Takeaway: Assertive language, feedback frameworks, and real-world practice

  • Marketing on Autopilot: How to Use AI to Build and Execute a Smart Strategy
    Danielle McGee Gibson
    Simplify your marketing strategy with AI
    Takeaway: Real tools, practical examples, and time-saving steps

  • Burn Bright, Not Out: Sustainable Success for High Achievers
    Ginger Jones
    Keep your spark without burning out
    Takeaway: Burnout warning signs, energy rituals, and recovery techniques

  • Your Face, Your Brand, Your Power
    Tausha Dickinson
    Personal branding that aligns with your leadership goals
    Takeaway: Confidence on camera, headshot strategy, and authentic presence

  • The Thriving Networker: Building Relationships That Matter
    Kelly Meyers
    Rethink your approach to building meaningful connections
    Takeaway: Strategic follow-up, relationship mapping, and confident introductions

  • Wealth Reimagined: Empowering Women to Build, Grow, and Own Their Financial Future
    Caroline Dougher
    Finance with clarity and confidence
    Takeaway: Investment tools, long-term planning strategies, and wealth-building rooted in your values


🍽️ Lunch & Keynote Panel

Boundaries, Balance & Bold Decisions
Megan Long, Dew Tinnin, Vicki Yates, Tammie Osborne (moderator: Katherine Stark)
This candid lunch panel will help you align your time, energy, and values to lead with intention — and peace of mind.

Venue

Franklin Marriott Cool Springs Hotel
700 Cool Springs Blvd.
Franklin, TN 37067 United States
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Phone
615-261-6100
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