2025 Agenda 

Activities and times TBD. More information is coming soon.

Grab food at a local restaurant with industry friends or your WCF team before we begin.

Join fellow business owners for this discussion about the challenges and solutions for growth, strategy, operations, leadership, culture, and other top-of-mind issues.

Facilitator: Susan Richards

Connect with peers to discuss evolving customer expectations, service strategies, and common challenges. Share insights and learn how others are strengthening relationships and driving results.

Facilitator: Rachel Cox

Join HR professionals to talk about talent management, workplace culture, and the challenges you’re facing. Share ideas, swap experiences, and learn how others are supporting employees and driving positive change.

Join legal professionals to discuss current issues, common challenges, and effective approaches. Share experiences, exchange ideas, and learn how others navigate the complexities of today's legal landscape.

Facilitator: Victoria Newman

Join fellow marketers to talk about the latest trends, campaign successes, and the challenges of reaching and engaging customers today. Swap ideas, share your experiences, and learn from others navigating similar marketing hurdles.

Facilitator: Lisa Morgan

Join other product managers for an open conversation about the ups and downs of your work. Swap stories, share tips, and hear how others are handling similar challenges.

Facilitator: Amy Kennedy

Join peers in risk and compliance to discuss evolving regulations, common hurdles, and ways to stay ahead. Share experiences, exchange practical tips, and learn how others manage risk in a changing environment.

Facilitators: Angela Erwin, Shelly Gensmer-Cleek

Join fellow sales professionals to talk about what’s working, tough spots, and new approaches to reaching your goals. Share tips, swap stories, and learn how others are closing deals and building relationships.

Facilitators: Pamela Bishop, Nora Golden

Meet even more fellow WCF participants. Our structured networking activity is the perfect opportunity to connect with women beyond your team.

Join your team as we set the stage and give you a rundown of what to expect over the next few days.

Speakers: Stephanie Eidelman, Lisa Rozzelle

Diane Morais will take the stage as our keynote speaker, drawing upon her decades of experience as a trailblazer in banking and as a highly respected industry leader.

Inspiring women will take the stage to share their stories of challenge and triumph. It’s one of the most loved and moving parts of the conference. Bring your box of tissues!

Speakers: Marisa Thomas, Sylvia Dixon

If you're participating in our team experience, your team leader will make plans for you and your group to get dinner together (note: everyone pays their own way). If not, make a reservation at one of the great local restaurants with friends.

Recenter and set your intentions for the day during this relaxing morning meditation.

AI is rewriting the future of work. Those who leverage it will come out ahead. This workshop delivers essential AI tools and strategies to boost your impact now. Gain hands-on, actionable skills that fit your busy schedule. From daily tasks to leadership challenges, learn how to save time, elevate performance, and get results that stand out.

Speaker: Tiffany Whitener

This workshop will equip ambitious, mid-career women with a clear, actionable roadmap for increasing visibility in ways that feel strategic, not self-serving. The session will blend storytelling, audience participation, and a practical framework you can implement immediately.

Speaker: Stephanie Eidelman

Sustained energy and focus don’t happen by accident. They come from small, strategic choices that support balanced blood sugar and the body’s natural rhythms. This session introduces simple, science-backed nutritional habits that help stabilize energy, sharpen thinking, and reduce stress. Attendees will gain practical strategies to maintain mental clarity, improve decision-making, and build resilience, enabling them to perform at their best even in high-pressure environments.

Speaker: Christine LaVopa

Hear how other leaders approach team building, from identifying leadership potential to developing talent and balancing strengths across a team. Come ready to share what’s worked for you, learn from your peers, and walk away with new ideas to strengthen your own team.

Facilitator: Zakkiyyah Terrell White

Many organizations are creating internal Women’s Groups to enhance work culture while also boosting professional development efforts. Those tasked with running these groups need curricula and materials to be successful. Participants will gain helpful insights into what their peers are doing and learn what’s proven to be the best investment of time and resources.

Facilitator: Stephanie Schenking

 A growing number of us find ourselves caring for those who once took care of us. This discussion will provide space to share experiences and resources for managing the challenges and emotions that come with caring for aging parents.

Facilitator: Tonia Brown

Enlisting outside support can be a game-changer for personal and professional growth, but choosing the right type of help is essential. This workshop will explore the benefits and applications of each and discuss how to choose the right person to help you overcome challenges and unlock growth.

Facilitator: Kennisha Frazier

As women, we face unique health challenges that can impact our careers and workplace dynamics. This roundtable will provide a space to discuss these topics openly, share experiences and management strategies, and explore how to navigate personal health matters while maintaining professional performance.

Facilitator: Bette Capaldo

For seasoned leaders, the next chapter isn't always retirement. It might be a board seat, a pivot to purpose-driven work, or simply a slower pace. This roundtable invites candid conversation about what comes after the peak of a high-powered career. We’ll explore how priorities shift, what fulfillment looks like now, and how to make intentional, strategic choices about what’s next.

Facilitator: Joy Jackson

Schedule a meeting, have a coffee, or shop in our marketplace.

You’ve seen AI handle routine tasks, now learn to harness it for strategic, complex work. This advanced session teaches you how to craft precise, step-by-step prompts that enable faster project delivery, deeper insights, and smarter problem-solving. Master these techniques to speed up your workflow, boost output quality, and make AI a true partner in reaching your goals.

Speaker: Tiffany Whitener

This session shares practical movement strategies proven to boost energy, focus, and overall well-being. Attendees will learn how to seamlessly integrate these simple exercises into their day to maintain productivity and reduce stress, without disrupting their demanding schedules. The result is a sustainable way to stay sharp, energized, and fully engaged throughout the workday.

Speaker: Christine LaVopa

Whether it’s managing the shift back to the office or responding to rapid industry changes, effective leadership requires adaptability and resilience. This session offers space to explore strategies for leading your team through all kinds of change with confidence.

Facilitator: Nicole Scott

Personal finances are more than numbers. They are about values, goals, and peace of mind. This session invites women to share what’s on their minds, swap practical tips, and connect over the common challenges of managing money. Walk away with fresh ideas and encouragement from a community that gets it.

Facilitator: Dr. Erika Rasure

Balancing work and family is no easy feat. This roundtable will center on how to thrive in both personal and professional roles, exploring strategies for managing competing priorities and finding a sustainable balance.

Facilitator: Dixie Newsome

Grief changes us and reshapes how we lead. This discussion offers space to explore life after loss and how grief deepens empathy, shifts priorities, and influences leadership. We’ll also reflect on the powerful role community plays in healing by providing connection, courage, and support when it matters most.

Facilitator: Sandy Aquino, Ashley Gochenaur

This roundtable will explore how to turn conference learnings into actionable, impactful strategies that drive change within your workplace. Participants will discuss how to effectively communicate the value of their learnings to leadership and apply new ideas in practical ways.

Facilitator: Misty Carson

Inspiring women will take the stage to share their stories of challenge and triumph. It’s one of the most loved and moving parts of the conference. Bring your box of tissues!

Speakers: Jennifer Klein, Chelsi Hartman

A powerhouse panel of senior women will share career insights and advice.

Panelists: Julia Carreon

Who doesn't love a little friendly competition? Compete with your team or, if you're not on a team, play with other trivia lovers. You'll vie for the official WCF trivia trophy...and bragging rights for a year.

Schedule a meeting, hang with your team, or shop in our marketplace.

Enjoy a meal with your new friends (this dinner is included in your registration fee).

Celebrate some of the best & brightest women in financial services with us. During this ceremony, we'll announce the winners of our 2025 Women in Consumer Finance Awards Program.

Sing your heart out or cheer others on while they give it their best go on the microphone.

Meet with your team to reflect on your experience, share your takeaways, and say your final goodbyes over a light breakfast.