KEYNOTE: LEADERSHIP PRESENCE - PERCEPTION VS. RECEPTION IN THE VIRTUAL ENVIRONMENT

Presence is an important quality in organizations and an area that many people focus on in face-to-face business environments. In celebration of Women’s History Month, Dr. Sanders will discuss why presence is equally important in a virtual environment and how your presence can influence how you are perceived versus “received” in the workplace. She will also provide you with useful tips to enhance your presence that may lead to untapped opportunities in advancing your career.

PRESENTER: DR. RANDEE SANDERS

Dr. Sanders is a speaker, professor, and women’s career strategist, who has an affinity for empowering women leaders to establish a strong sense of self, develop her voice, and own her power to lead! She has over 15 years of experience in leadership development and organizational engagement. She has a doctorate degree in leadership development and organizational management. As a speaker, she shares her message with women leaders all across the country through panels, keynotes, and workshops centered on women who lead, executive leadership presence, self-esteem, confidence, and overcoming obstacles.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SESSION: KNOW AND GROW YOUR VALUE

Women at every level of an organization can contribute to the success of their business and/or their employer by sharing their business acumen in areas such as strategic thinking, operations management, and team building to name a few. However, to be an effective leader, women must also learn to share their voice with courage and conviction. In this four-hour session, you will learn how to:

• Speak up and be heard

• Move from self-consciousness to self- confidence

• Perform confidently in challenging situations

• Set limits without making enemies