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On March 9—during Women’s History Month—Adelphi hosted its seventh annual Women’s Leadership Conference, titled: “The Era of Embracing Change: Dare To Be Extraordinary.”
Save the Date for the 2025 Women’s Leadership Conference Saturday, March 29, 2025
Adelphi’s annual Women’s Leadership Conference is a powerful day of learning and networking, where exceptional alumni and community members across industries share experiences and advice on how to thrive in today’s ever-changing world.
Participants Dared to Be Extraordinary with us on Saturday, March 9, 2024.
At Adelphi University’s premier Women’s Leadership Conference, on Saturday, March 9, 2024, more than 350 professionals, industry leaders, alumni, students, and community members came together for a day of influential connections, compelling discussions and development opportunities. The 2024 conference kicked off with Kendra Bracken-Ferguson, and the evening keynote speaker was Jennifer Hyman, Co-founder and CEO of Rent the Runway.
Letters of Support From New York State Senators
Professional Headshots
Throughout the Conference, there will be an opportunity to participate in ongoing Professional Headshots from 10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Registration is not required. Those who took a professional headshot will receive their photos by the end of March.
Career Closet
Adelphi has started its very own Career Closet. The Career Closet is a new initiative that will be available for students who need professional work attire for interviews, conferences, and other professional opportunities. At this year’s conference, we collected over 160 donated items. For more information on what items are still needed and any requirements for donations please view the flyer.
Students who need to utilize the Career Closet can contact engage@adelphi.edu for the most up-to-date information.
Women's Leadership Conference 2024
At Adelphi University’s Women’s Leadership Conference, on Saturday, March 9, more than 350 professionals, industry leaders, alumni, students, and community members came together for a day of influential connections, compelling discussions and opportunities. Launch Gallery
Women's Leadership Conference 2024
At Adelphi University’s Women’s Leadership Conference, on Saturday, March 9, more than 350 professionals, industry leaders, alumni, students, and community members came together for a day of influential connections, compelling discussions and opportunities. 7 Photos-
Participant of the 2024 Women’s Leadership Conference taking advantage of the free onsite professional headshots during the conference.
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Student participants of the 2024 Women’s Leadership Conference.
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Pictured from left to right: Bita Sultan Mir MS ‘01, Irene Quarshie ‘98 Jennifer Rosado and Humera Qazi ‘93 MBA.
Panelists and the moderator engaged in conversation about the challenges they have faced as women of color and the way they overcame adversity to break barriers and propel them to success.
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Participants of the 2024 Women’s Leadership Conference enjoying a panel discussion.
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Pictured from left to right: Kees Leune PhD ‘07, Kevin Goodman ‘00 MBA ‘02, and Linda Chan MBA.
Panelists speaking on Tech Trailblazers: Leading in the AI Age panel gives the audience insights into tech developments and understanding how tech can be turned into an advantage.
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Pictured from left to right: Anna Zinko and Jennifer Hyman.
Jennifer Hyman, CEO and co-founder of Rent the Runway speaking at the 2024 Women’s Leadership Conference Keynote Dinner.
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2024 Women’s Leadership Conference participants at the onsite free Career Support Hub where professional guidance is offered to help navigate different career paths.
2024 Conference Videos
The conference, co-hosted by Adelphi’s Advancement and External Relations and Office of Student Affairs, is open to the public as well as members of the Adelphi community including students, alumni, faculty, staff, parents and friends of the University.
The Women's Leadership Conference is part of the Leadership Certificate Program for current Adelphi students.
Conference Sponsors
Keynote Sponsors
Professional Development Sponsor
Conference Reception Sponsors
Contributors
Empower Future Women Leaders
The newly established Women’s Leadership Fund will support the annual Women’s Leadership Conference, ensuring robust programming and underwriting the cost of attendance for Adelphi students, as well as providing leadership activities, professional development, and other opportunities that support the growth and empowerment of Adelphi women.
Women’s Leadership Conference
Location
Ruth S. Harley University Center