The inaugural NJBIZ Women’s Leadership Summit will convene the state’s top professionals this fall to learn from each other and to build a network to create change.
Scheduled for 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 14 at The DoubleTree by Hilton in Somerset, the event will welcome women from all industries across the state. Attendees will include up-and-coming leaders, CEOs, managers and industry icons who will gather for a full day of education and networking.
The keynote speaker will be Audible Head of Social Innovations Tiffany Jackson. Additionally, two panel discussions are set for the day:
- Money Talks: Creating and Keeping Wealth
- Making the Leap: Middle Management to the C-Suite and Boardroom
The presenting sponsor for the summit is Bank of America. Agenda and registration information are available on the event page. The last chance to register is Oct. 30.
For the opportunity to be an event sponsor or panelist, please contact AnnMarie Karczmit at 732-246-5717 of [email protected].
Meet the keynote
Jackson joined the Newark-based leading creator and provider of premium audio storytelling earlier this year, focusing on Audible’s initiatives that expand opportunities for young people and emerging creators globally. She works to leverage the company’s global reach, storytelling power and industry expertise to forge a more equitable and resilient future worldwide, according to Audible.
Jackson has more than 15 years of progressive leadership experience in social impact, philanthropic giving and corporate social responsibility, with a focus on education, economic development and the arts. Prior to joining Audible, Jackson worked at Prudential Financial, directing the company’s philanthropic giving in Newark, as well as at Uncommon Schools, scaling and replicating high-quality public school models in New Jersey and New York.
She earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism and political science from Rutgers University. She serves on the board of Invest Newark and is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.
More in store
In addition to the Women’s Leadership Summit, NJBIZ offers several other opportunities to support and recognize women across all New Jersey industries:
Individual recognition:
- Leading Women in Business: Previously known as NJBIZ Best Fifty Women in Business, this event honors women who have made a significant impact on business in New Jersey, as well as in their communities. Click here to see this year’s honorees.
- Women Who Lead: This special advertorial section offered companies the opportunity to showcase their female business executives. Click here to read those profiles.
Company recognition:
- Empowering Women: This program highlights companies and organizations that have shown a strong commitment to supporting and elevating women in New Jersey. Click here for more.
Event date: Nov. 14 (this will take place the morning of the Women’s Leadership Summit in the same location) - In the Lead: Women-Owned Businesses: This special section recognizes businesses that are owned by women and that demonstrate success across any of a broad spectrum of criteria. Click here to read more about these firms.
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