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Women's CEO Summit

September 29, 2023, 8:00am - 6:00pm

Registration Opens at 7:30am

Join us for invaluable content, conversations, and connections!

Washington Dulles Airport Marriott, 45020 Aviation Dr. Dulles, VA 20166

Join us for invaluable content, conversations, and connections!

This one-day event will bring together women business owners for a unique roundtable experience, educational workshops, and strategic business connections.

When you invest in developing your leadership skills, you are investing in the health of your business and all those that interact with you. This Summit will help grow your business and build networks with like-minded business owners across multiple industries. 

By saying YES to this year's Women's CEO Summit, you’re saying YES to strengthening relationships, building trust with your team, innovating for tomorrow, and tackling problems head-on with other experienced women CEOs. 

Say YES to leaving refreshed with a new perspective and drive to achieve the impossible for your business.

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Three reasons to attend the Summit...

Content — Gain proven solutions to reach your business goals.

Conversations — Be inspired by motivational women CEOs.

Connections — Make deep-rooted relationships with a diverse group of like-minded women business owners.

2023 Speakers

Learn from top CEO's how to be a top CEO!

Keynote Speakers

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Luncheon Keynote Speaker

Julie Holmes
Virginia Tire & Auto

It’s safe to say that Virginia Tire & Auto is in Julie’s blood. Growing up, she doesn’t remember a family dinner where the business wasn’t mentioned. A graduate of both Washington & Lee University’s business program and Villanova University’s Law School, Julie helps run and manage Virginia Tire & Auto, spearheading our marketing efforts. Before joining Virginia Tire & Auto, Julie clerked for Hon. H. Emory Widener, Jr. on the U.S. Court of Appeals and was also an associate in the corporate and real estate departments at Covington & Burling LLP. She enjoys spending her free time with her four daughters and son.

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Closing Keynote Speaker

Traci Mitchell
Disrupting the Universe

Emmy award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and author, Traci Mitchell is an inspirational powerhouse. She has worked at television stations from coast to coast, covering four Presidents and their administrations. Her latest book, Stirring the Pot, takes a closer look at successful accomplished women who are living their lives on purpose and what it takes to uncover your own purpose, fall in love with your life and live with more joy and abundance.

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Teaira Abston

Dreamcatcher Creative Studio

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Threase Baker

ABBTECH Professional Resources, Inc.

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Kate H. Caldwell, MA, CMC

ElderTree Care Management Services

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Mary Sue Dahill

Work Smarter Digital

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Lady Jen Du Plessis

Kinetic Spark Consulting

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Alice Frazier

BCT-The Community's Bank

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Elaine Gibson

Renewed Living

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Mary Grate-Pyos, MBA, CFBS

MassMutual-First Financial Group

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Sheryl Hine

Quail Creek Promotions

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Deborah Leben

DL Coaching

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Laura Morrow

Laura Morrow Wellness

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Jillian Phifer

Very Good Marketing Co.

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Robin Sgambati

Robin Sgambati Photography

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Marlo Thomas Watson

The Marlo Companies

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Teri L. Tosti

BCT-The Community's Bank

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Karlyn Ankrom

Oh Snap! Social

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Cindy Battino

Transformational Healing

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Eboni Cotton

ESC Business Management Solutions

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Nicole Dixon

Wright Accounting Solutions

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Kelly Featheringham

Team Leadership Solutions

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Patricia Gallardo

Patricia Gallardo Homes

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Angela Goodman

Valkyrie Ventures Group & The Famous Toastery

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Andie Hancock

Dexterous Lifestyle

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Courtney Jordan

The Jordan Group

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Cherylyn Harley LeBon

Womble Bond Dickinson

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Dr. Misty Paul

Basics First Chiropratic

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Natalie Ramos

Fleur de Cuisine

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Adrian Taylor, CPA, PFS

Yount, Hyde & Barbour

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Steven Toole

Toole & Associates, LLC

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Tamara Wolfe

Full Spectrum Living

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"The Women's CEO Summit gave me a chance to reconnect with some women that I haven’t seen in a couple of years and meet several new people to add to my email and social media contacts."

Paige U.

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Schedule at a Glance

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7:30 AM
Registration + Networking + Shop The Boutique

8:20 AM
Welcome + Motivational Moment

8:30 AM
Ice-Breaker

9:00 AM
CEO Talks – Main Stage

10:15 AM
Roundtables #1

11:05 AM
Roundtables #2

11:50 AM
Transition & Comfort Break

12:10 PM
Workshops #1

12:50 PM

Transition & Comfort Break

1:00 PM
Lunch + Networking + Shop the Boutique

​​2:00 PM
Afternoon Main Stage Keynote Speaker

​2:30 PM
Transition & Comfort Break

​2:50 PM
Workshops #2

​3:30 PM
Transition & Comfort Break

​3:45 PM
Closing Main Stage Keynote Speaker

4:25 PM
Closing Remarks

​4:40-6:00 PM
The Great MeetUp! + Grand Prize Drawing

Summit Beneficiaries

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SPARC provides essential day programs for adults with disabilities at five locations in Northern Virginia.  

SPARC offers the same supportive structure and continued education that its participants enjoyed in school and provides a variety of educational services in the form of leisure learning that allows participants to work on life skills while socializing with a community of peers.

The SPARC day is filled with activities that presume competence and appeal to each individual’s interests. We set the stage for learning skills and habits that improve life for our club participants and their families.

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Help Replenish Our Boutique

Women Giving Back accepts a wide range of clothing donations in excellent, used and ready-to-wear condition for women and children, from newborn to teens. Bring a few items to the Summit and help us Fill the Van by giving back to those in need!

Most Needed Items:

  • Children’s Shoes (all sizes)

  • Children’s Clothing (infant to teen boys)

  • Women’s Shoes (especially sizes 5-7)

  • Women’s XS and XXL+ (sizes 22-30) Clothing

  • Women’s Pajamas

  • Maternity Wear

  • Diapers (sizes 5+6)

  • Baby Wipes

Items We Accept:

  • Casual Clothing

  • Professional Clothing

  • Shoes (like new)

  • Maternity Clothing

  • Pajamas

  • Athletic Wear

  • Evening Attire

  • Socks (new only)

  • Underwear (new only)

  • Bras (like new)

  • Coats + Jackets

  • Purses / Bags / Backpacks

  • Jewelry

  • Scarves

  • Medical Scrubs

  • Diapers (sizes 5+6)

  • Baby Wipes

  • NEW UNOPENED Makeup + Toiletries

In the interest of the health/safety of the families we serve, we cannot accept used socks, underwear, swimsuits, hosiery, and bath robes; household goods; opened diapers, toiletries and makeup; nor baby gear of any kind (e.g., stuffed animals, play structures, strollers, car seats)

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2023 Sponsors

Committed to Excellence

Presenting Sponsor

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Produced By

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Print Partner

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Major Sponsors

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Workshop Sponsors

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Event Supporters

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Floral Sponsor

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Official Event Photographer

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Signage Sponsor

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Dessert Sponsor

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Beverage Station Sponsor

YEA Sponsor

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Media & Strategic Partners

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Summit Friends

Let's Connect!

Date:

Friday, September 29, 2023

 

Time:

8:00am to 5:00pm

 

Location:

Washington Dulles Airport Marriott

45020 Aviation Dr. Dulles, VA 20166

hello@theceowoman.com  |  (703) 779-2694

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