Your day is intentionally designed to inspire, energize, and empower

• Dynamic keynote and breakout room speakers
• Meaningful & actionable professional development
• A live DJ setting the tone throughout the day
• Professional headshots and all-day photography
• Mid-day yoga wake-up to reset and refocus
• Luxury wellness room experiences
• The opportunity to shop curated local women-owned vendors
• A stunning flower bar where you’ll create your own custom bouquet
• Breakfast and lunch included
• Cash bar available

And when the conference concludes, the celebration continues..

• Post-conference after party featuring a donut bar, cocktails and intentional networking

Renewed Confidence
A stronger belief in your voice, goals, and ability to lead in business, community, and life.

Professional Development
Real tools and practical insights from keynote and breakout speakers that you can implement immediately.

Meaningful Connections
Authentic relationships with like-minded professionals, collaborators, and new friends.

Clarity & Direction
A fresh perspective on what’s next & a clear vision of how to get there.

An Intentional Recharge
Time to pause in a luxury wellness space will help you reset & prioritize personal well-being alongside professional growth.

Community Impact
Inspiration from supporting other women in business and the power of investing in one another.

Members – $175

Non-Members – $200

Table of 8 – $1300

The three main speakers invite us to explore how we can navigate career changes throughout different life stages: from starting out, through mid-career and into retirement. Sometimes these pivots are a natural evolution; other times they are forced upon us by unexpected events.  Each speaker focuses on one of those three stages, sharing personal stories, reflections, and lessons learned. What ties their experiences together is the understanding that at any point, making a change involves: (1) paying attention to who you are now, (2) choosing alignment and intentional direction over auto pilot and (3) recognizing that our identities evolve over time. They’ll discuss the moments when they realized it was time for a shift and what those changes meant for them. Reflecting on these pivots is valuable for everyone, offering a powerful way to think about long-term growth both professionally and personally. 

Winnie Akoury, is a Boston-based media personality and podcast host with a dynamic background in broadcasting. A former radio co-host and producer, Winnie has built her career around meaningful storytelling, authentic conversations, and community connection. Through her work in media, she amplifies diverse voices and creates platforms that inform, inspire, and empower audiences. Winnie is passionate about using her voice to strengthen communities and spark impactful dialogue.

Nicole Hart is a Personal Brand & Leadership Advisor who builds mission-driven influence for industry-leading executives and founders. She guides accomplished professionals in developing the strategic personal brand foundation that transforms expertise into influence, income, and industry standing. Featured in Forbes, Fast Company, and Inc, Nicole has helped thought leaders secure Fortune 500 partnerships, launch multi-million dollar ventures, and gain recognition in outlets like The New York Times, Netflix, and NBC. Her clients have achieved board positions, international keynote stages, and appearances at marquee events including SXSW and New York Fashion Week.

Deb Anthony is a seasoned leader in the non-profit sector, whose career has included numerous leadership roles. Most notably, she served as the executive director of Gather (formerly the Seacoast Food Pantry.) Under her guidance, the organization experienced significant growth, expanding from a modest food pantry with a $250,000 budget into a thriving $6 million organization. Deb retired in 2023 at the age of 65 and subsequently launched her own non-profit initiative.

Deb’s journey highlights the later career stage which is marked by a shift from achievement-driven work to engagement rooted in purpose. In this phase, she demonstrates the importance of separating one’s identity from a job title and restructuringlife to focus on what is most meaningful. For Deb, pivoting later in life is not about slowing down, but rather about intentionally redirecting her energy toward new avenues of service and fulfillment.

Building on the day’s central theme of navigating career pivots at every stage of life, the breakout speakers delve into topics that echo the main speakers’ journeys. They offer insights on empowering women’s health, overcoming imposter syndrome, mastering public speaking, and engaging in community service. Each discussion encourages participants to reflect on their evolving identities, intentionally chart their paths and embrace meaningful growth mirroring the experiences shared by Winnie, Nicole and Deb. 

Brianne Beatrice, Theatre Coordinator and professor at Northern Essex Community College, will discuss the transformative impact of developing public speaking skills. Her session will highlight how effective communication can empower individuals, help build confidence, and serve as a critical tool for personal and professional advancement.  

Brianne holds an MFA in Acting from The Pennsylvania State University. She is a professional AEA actor and has performed throughout Boston and the region. Brianne has been teaching at the collegiate level for 20 years and is currently an Associate Professor of Theater/Communications at Northern Essex Community College. NECC Theater is a 14x National award-winning program. For the past 20 years, she has been teaching public speaking courses at multiple schools including Northern Essex, Penn State, UMass Boston, Merrimack College, and Salem State University. In January of 2026, Brianne received ‘The National Alliance of Acting Teacher Excellence’ award from The National Alliance Of Acting Teachers. Beatrice has been invited to The Juilliard School in June to attend the National Conference.

Meghan Kinsey is the Founder + CEO of Motivate.® Movement Studios, with locations in Amesbury, MA; Rowley, MA; and North Hampton, NH. She will lead a discussion on empowering women’s health. With her diverse background across multiple roles and careers, Meghan has found her passion as a “Joy Coach,” and she will share her journey and strategies for supporting women in prioritizing their well-being.

Motivate.® helps people “do the doing” it takes to be their healthiest—through energizing group classes in strength, barre, mat Pilates, bounce, spin, mobility, and yoga. Beyond classes, Meghan and her team offer health coaching, workshops, social events, and international wellness retreats designed to build strength, connection, and joy. Meghan is excited to add her fourth studio to the mix this spring – Motivate.® Training – where she will offer personal and small group training. Now in her 50s, Meghan draws on a remarkably diverse background—as a classroom teacher, medical sales rep, community organizer, former city councilor, childbirth educator, barre instructor, health coach, and studio owner. All of these experiences have come together in her favorite title yet: Joy Coach.

Joanne Landers, PhD, is a higher education leader with more than two decades of experience advancing student success, enrollment strategy, and institutional growth. As Vice President of Student Affairs at Northern Essex Community College, she serves as the chief student affairs officer, providing strategic leadership for offices such as enrollment operations, recruitment and admissions, financial aid, student engagement, and student success services across multiple campuses. 

Neily Soto, Methuen City Councilor, will focus her talk on the importance of community service. Drawing from her experience in local government, Neily will share insights into how engaging with the community can foster leadership, connection and a sense of purpose.

Stay tuned as we finalize schedule details!