Schedule

See below for a complete schedule of conference events, all of which will take place at the Purdue Memorial Union unless otherwise noted. All times are Eastern. Please note that this schedule is subject to change.

Schedule

See below for a complete schedule of conference events. All times are Eastern. Please note that this schedule is subject to change.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7

6–8 P.M.

Special Event: Smart Relationships with Bela Gandhi

Bela Gandhi and Maria Whipple

Please join us at a private local residence for this exclusive event, which comes with a separate cost and limited seating.

THURSDAY, June 8

9–10 a.m.

Registration

10–10:10 a.m.

Welcome Remarks

Jillian Henry, Vice President of Engagement at the Purdue for Life Foundation

10:10–10:45 a.m.

Fireside Chat

Sharon Hagle and Jillian Henry

10:45–11 a.m.

Break

11 a.m.–Noon

Keynote

Virginia Jacko // Turning a Tragedy Into an Opportunity and Finding Purpose Along the Way

Noon–1:30 p.m.

Lunch

1:30–2:30 P.M.

Breakout Sessions

Jennifer Avila // Playbook for Aging Parents
Nadine Martello-Shepard // Philanthropic Opportunities Can Occur at Any Point in Your Life, So Leap In!
Rachael Stainko // The Yes Queen: Turning Your Setback Into a Comeback
Angela Threlkeld Dodd // Recognizing Resilience and Purpose as Superpowers
Jen Weida // Health Numbers That Matter

2:30–2:45 p.m.

Break

2:45–3:45 P.M.

Breakout Sessions

Kristy Dotson // Fight to Live
Neelakshi Majumdar // What Is Your Ikigai?
Edwina Payne // From Coal Miner’s Daughter to Board Director
Mary Beth Ricks // The Future of Education: Pioneers of Learn-by-Doing

3:45–4 p.m.

Break

4–5 P.M.

Keynote

Wendy Baker and Karen Korellis Reuther // The Power of a Moment

5:30 P.M.

Cocktail Reception

Friday, June 9

7–7:30 A.M.

Yoga on the Lawn

Himani Shah
(Please bring your own yoga mat)

7:30–9 A.M.

Breakfast

9:15–10:15 A.M.

Breakout Sessions

Tiffany M. Harris // The Power of Saying Yes
Amy Hess // The Formula for Successful Leadership: 90% Is Just Showing Up—the Other Half Is Communication
Jamie Krakover // Enterprise Engage
Cathy Mazan Murata // Identify Your Values to Design Your Life

10:15–10:30 A.M.

Break

10:30–11:30 A.M.

Keynote

Michelle Gladieux // Communicate With Courage: Taking Risks to Overcome the Four Hidden Challenges

11:30 A.M.–1 P.M.

Lunch

1:15–2:15 P.M.

Breakout Sessions

Desiré Hunter // The Art of Renaissance Women
Kristin Jamison // The Golden Rule: Addressing Workplace Bullying
Melissa Shapiro // A Lifelong Dream Transformed
Amy Tiemann // Know Your Worth
Purdue Marketing and Communications Panel // Making the Purdue Brand Come to Life

2:15–2:30 P.M.

Break

2:30–3:30 P.M.

Keynote

DaVida L. Anderson // Good Morning, Gorgeous! Protect Your Mental Health and Build Self-Love

3:30 P.M.

Closing Remarks