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Women Who Are Shaping the World Leadership Summit was a huge success! The power-packed day at the Marriott Marquis in New York City on October 5 featured more than 40 exciting speakers—industry leaders and entrepreneurs—who inspired and energized the 700+ women in the audience. Here are a few highlights of the 4th annual event.
Susan L. Taylor, former Editorial Director, Essence Magazine, led off the day with a heartfelt call-to-action for women to take charge of their lives. video»
Soledad O’Brien, CNN Anchor & Special Correspondent, moderated the first panel discussion—A View from the Top: Lessons for successful career building from women at the pinnacle of their careers. Attendees listened to career guidance from high-achieving women. (Robin C. Brooks of Brooks Food Group, Denise Kaigler of Reebok, Paula Madison of NBC Universal, Dr. Julianne Malveaux of Bennett College for Women, and Linda Ridley of Wachovia) video»
To get a different perspective, attendees heard from a lively panel of men who enthusiastically discussed Men: An honest conversation about their take on relationships, work/life balance and their needs. Moderated by Radio Personality Wendy Williams in her renowned “Queen of All Media” style, the panel included Dr. A.R. Bernard Sr. of the Christian Cultural Center; Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, Author/Orator/Cultural Critic; and Curtis Martin, former New York Jet. video»
The Summit continued with insightful breakout sessions. The women chose which sessions to attend, depending on their personal goals and interests. Here are highlights of just two of the eight sessions.
Small Business Boot Camp was an instructive session expertly led by Andrew Morrison, President of Small Business Camp Inc. video»
The Balancing Act, moderated by ESSENCE Editor-in-Chief Angela Burt-Murray, was a popular panel discussion on a topic that is a universal struggle for working women: work/life balance. Panel members included Denene Millner, Journalist/Author/Parenting Columnist; Kawana Brown of Magic Johnson Enterprises; Rhonda Mims of ING Foundation; and Holly Robinson Peete, Actress/Singer/Philanthrapist. video»
Among the many client-sponsored areas, was a Wachovia booth where representatives discussed planning for retirement and showed attendees retirement planning tools including an online quiz and workbook.
Come back soon for more updates, videos and photo galleries from Women Who Are Shaping the World.
 
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