On Saturday, March 29, hundreds of professionals, industry leaders, alumni and students will come together once again for Adelphi University’s Women’s Leadership Conference.
In its eighth year, this powerful day of learning and networking provides outstanding opportunities for community members across industries to make influential connections and have compelling discussions about how to thrive in today’s ever-changing world.
“Just 10 percent of Fortune 500 companies are run by women CEOs today, despite research showing women in leadership roles increase productivity and profit,” said President Christine M. Riordan. “That’s why facilitating equitable women’s leadership through action is so important to us at Adelphi. Our annual Women’s Leadership Conference serves to inspire, support and engage women in discussions about how to innovate and thrive in any career field.”
This year’s conference will offer several panels, discussions and sessions with industry leaders who will offer valuable insights on topics including leading with confidence, imposter syndrome, the importance of self-care, side hustles and negotiation strategies.
“Being in attendance for the 2024 Women’s Leadership Conference as an Adelphi student was a transformative experience,” said Victoria Rodriguez, now a senior. “This conference has enabled me to connect with inspiring and powerful women leaders across various industries, gain invaluable insights and build a strong network.”
2025 Keynote Speaker: Juju Chang, Emmy Award-Winning Co-Anchor of ABC News Nightline
Juju Chang, the Emmy Award-winning co-anchor of Nightline and a regular contributor to Good Morning America and 20/20, has a “superpower”: incredible compassion that shines through in everything she does—from always being willing to lend a helping hand to inspiring others—especially with her storytelling abilities. Throughout her career reporting on the most pressing issues of our time, Chang has become a symbol of hope and resilience, shining a light on the best of humanity in the hardest of times.
Chang’s work has received numerous awards, including multiple Emmys, Gracies, a DuPont, a Murrow and Peabody Awards. She is also a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.
With the rise of hate crimes against the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community, Chang, who was born in South Korea and witnessed prejudice against her family firsthand, has leveraged her platform to become a much-admired champion of social change.
2025 Brunch Keynote Speaker: Kindra Hall, Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author, Award-Winning Storyteller
Kindra Hall, a go-to expert for storytelling in business and beyond, is the bestselling author of Stories That Stick: How Storytelling Can Captivate Customers, Influence Audiences, and Transform Your Business (HarperCollins Leadership, 2019). The book debuted at No. 2 on the Wall Street Journal bestseller list, and companies like Forbes and Gartner say it “may be the most valuable business book you read.” Her second book, Choose Your Story, Change Your Life (HarperCollins Leadership, 2022), is one of the Next Big Idea Club’s top 10 happiness books, and her newest book, The Story Edge (HarperCollins Leadership, 2024), inspires leaders to harness the power of stories to win in business.
Hall is a sought-after keynote speaker trusted by global brands to deliver messages that inspire teams and individuals to better communicate the value of their company, their products and their individuality through strategic storytelling. She is the former chief storytelling officer at Success Magazine, where she shared the inspiring, often untold, stories of achievers like Daymond John, Deepak Chopra, James Altucher and Misty Copeland in print and on the podcast Success Stories With Kindra Hall.
Other Benefits of Attending
Attendees at the Women’s Leadership Conference will also be able to have professional headshots taken, meet with financial advisers, have their résumés reviewed and update professional networking sites.
Sponsors include Adelphi University’s Office of Advancement and External Relations, Division of Student Affairs and Student Government Association, along with Jovia Federal Credit Union, KPMG, Clinique, AAA Northeast, and Valley National Bank.
The conference is open to the public as well as members of the Adelphi community, including students, alumni, faculty, staff, parents, families and friends of the University. General admission for Women’s Leadership Conference is $30 in person (with an additional $20 for dinner) and $10 for online access. Admission is free for Adelphi and high school students. Learn more and register for the Adelphi University Women’s Leadership Conference.