2019 Women’s Leadership Summit | 2019 Women’s Leadership Summit

September 26 – 27, 2019
Dickinson College
Carlisle, PA

This September Dickinson is hosting our first Women’s Leadership Summit, an opportunity for alumnae, parents, faculty and staff to come together for professional and personal enrichment, and to join in a conversation about women and leadership.

Preregistration is required.

$75 per person

$50, classes 2015–19

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Thursday, September 26, 2019

6 – 8 p.m.
Reception and Fireside Chat With President Margee Ensign

Kick off the summit with a reception with President Margee Ensign at her home. Participate in a fireside chat with President Ensign as she discusses her path, shares thoughts on female leadership and outlines the skills needed for the next generation.

127 Conway Street

Friday, September 27, 2019

8:30 – 9 a.m.
Breakfast & Registration

Welcome remarks by Annie Engel ’93, president and COO, Howard Hanna Real Estate Services

HUB Social Hall

9 – 9:30 a.m.
Keynote Address

Rachel Hutchisson ‘89, VP of corporate citizenship & philanthropy, Blackbaud Inc.

Dickinson is thrilled to welcome Rachel Hutchisson ’89 as our keynote speaker. Rachel has more than 20 years of experience working at the intersection of business and social good. She believes “good is for everyone,” and teaches companies to embrace human social responsibility.

HUB Social Hall

9:30 – 10 a.m.
The Office: Storytelling 101

Kirsten Nixa Sabia ’92, VP of Integrated Communications for the PGA TOUR, will share tales of the office—the good, the bad and the ugly. Her perspective as a woman in the male sports world will highlight everything from dress codes to generational leadership to allowing passion to become your purpose.

HUB Social Hall

10 – 10:45 a.m.
Leadership and Civic Engagement Panel

Moderated by Susan Rose ’77, professor of sociology, Dickinson College

Panelists:

HUB Social Hall

Katherine Downs P’19, public education advocate
Becca Raley ’94, Executive Director, Partnership for Better Health
Tiffany Chang Lawson ’11, Director of Bureau for Campaign Finance and Civic Engagement, PA Department of State

Dickinson has long emphasized the importance of civic engagement. Benjamin Rush designed an education that would create citizen leaders for a new age, and that mission continues today for those who have made Dickinson part of their story. Engage with a panel of women who have become leaders in their communities, creating change for the common good.

10:45 – 11 a.m.
Break

11 - 11:45 a.m.
Creating the Next Generation of Female Leaders at Dickinson :Will discuss the many ways Dickinson is preparing our students for the opportunities they will encounter beyond the limestone walls.

Althouse 106

Kim Masimore, Senior Woman Administrator/Head Women's Lacrosse Coach
Donna Bickford, Executive Director, Office of Equity and Inclusion, and Director, Women's and Gender Resource Center
Bronté Burleigh Jones, VP for Finance & Administration
Angelica Mishra ’19, Civic Learning Coordinator

Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Lunch With Student Leaders

HUB Social Hall

1:45 – 2:30 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions

Bosler 310

Negotiation and Conflict Management: Learn strategies for navigating difficult situations at work and beyond.

Debra Hargrove, Associate Vice President Human Resource Services

Effective Board Membership: Women comprise half of the U.S. workforce and hold half of all management positions, yet female leadership on boards continues to lag well behind other trends. Hear from a panel of women who have held successful positions on professional and community boards, and learn about how you can position yourself for opportunities and make the most of your involvement.

Moderated by Karen Faryniak ’86, chief of staff, Dickinson College

Panelists:

Bosler 314

Jennifer Ward Reynolds ’77, director and partner, Ward Properties and Dickinson Board Chair Emerita
Harriet Lehman ’72, executive board, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Orange County
Suzanne Laporte P’23, president, Compass Pro Bono

2:40 – 3:25 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions

Embarking as Entrepreneurs: What does a successful entrepreneur look like? Women who have taken the leap into entrepreneurship will share how they got started, and will discuss the skills and strategies needed for success.

Bosler 310

Susan Miller ’81, President & CEO, ATIS -Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions, Inc
Barbara Slusher ’86, Associate Professor of Neurology, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine

Salary Negotiation: Why is negotiation so important? AAUW’s research on the gender pay gap shows that, one year out of college, women are already paid significantly less than men. Women who work full time take home 80 cents for every dollar a full-time male worker is paid. Over a lifetime, those lost potential earnings add up.

Bosler 313

In this session you will learn how to:

Conduct objective market research to benchmark a target salary and benefits.
Develop an arsenal of persuasive responses and other negotiation strategies.
Identify and articulate your personal value.
- Annie Kondas, associate dean and director of alumni career services, Dickinson College

Mentorship: As you step up, remember to reach down to empower the next woman up. Women who have acted as mentors and mentees will come together to discuss the power in mentoring relationships, and how you can find your own.

Bosler 314

Bronté Burleigh Jones, VP for Finance & Administration, Dickinson College
Roe Falcone ’95, regional director of operations, Educational Data Systems, Inc.
Carol Haislip ’79, director, The International School of Protocol
Shea Player ’22

Self-Care & Mental Health in the Workplace: Amidst many competing demands, it can be difficult to find time for your own needs. Self-care is a valuable part of leadership development and can help you be more effective in all aspects of life. This discussion will address the benefits of self-care and provide practical suggestions for implementation, in order to maintain a healthy balance and support your goals.

Bosler 309

Dr. Julia West McGinley ’08, psychologist
Michele Ford, lecturer in psychology, Dickinson College

3:35 – 4:20 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions

Women & Politics: The female voice in politics is stronger than ever. Dickinsonians from a number of political offices and from both sides of the aisle will come together to discuss their experiences and how increased equity in government can foster change.

Bosler 310

Moderated by Katie Heard, political science instructor, Dickinson College

Panelists:

Brenda Landis, Multimedia Developer, Dickinson College, Carlisle Borough Council
Kate Klunk ‘04, Representative district 169, PA House of Representatives
Lt. Col Lauren Muglia ’90 – Chief of Staff, Scott Perry
Kara Getz ‘93, Chief Counsel, Ways & Means

Unconscious Bias: Brenda Bretz ’95 P’03, VP for institutional effectiveness & inclusivity and Samantha Brandauer ’95, associate provost & executive director of the Center for Global Study & Engagement, will lead a conversation about unconscious bias.

Bosler 313

Brenda Bretz ’95 P’03, Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness and Inclusivity
Samantha Brandauer ’95, Associate Provost & Executive Director for Center for Global Study & Engagement

Financial Empowerment: Financial empowerment is accessible to everyone, whether you are just starting out or are well established in your life and career. Learn now to set yourself on a path to financial wellness, ensuring that you can reach your goals and are ready for whatever life throws your way.

Bosler 314

Alexandra Sipe ’10, attorney, Maxwell Sipe Law Offices, L.L.C.
Stephanie Chaplinski-Kane ’91, financial advisor, F.N.B. Investment Services

4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Closing Reception

Mingle with fellow summit attendees and continue to grow your network as we celebrate the completion of our first Women’s Leadership Summit. After the reception, we hope you will stay on campus to enjoy a number of Homecoming & Family Weekend programs!

Rector Atrium

Program Chairs

Annie Engel ’93 – Summit Chair; Board of Trustees
Paula Berezin P’22 – Program Chair; Parents Leadership Council
Francesca Dea ’93 – Program Chair; Alumni Council

Planning Committee:

Donna Bickford, Director of the Women's and Gender Resource Center
Cathy Davenport ’87, Vice President for Enrollment Management
Sarah Masland Fatherree, Director of Parent Relations
Jenifer Gilio, Director of Major Gifts
Jessica Jones Wilson, Associate Vice President for College Advancement
Annie Kondas, Associate Dean and Director of Alumni Career Development
Liz Glynn Toth ’06, Director of Alumni Relations

Available Hotel Blocks:

Country Inn & Suites (717) 241-4900
Fairfield Inn & Suites (717) 243-2080