2017 Agenda
Our 2017 Forum is themed "Self-Care Isn't Selfish!"
Join us March 11 in NYC as we explore what it means lead, serve and build with influence and mindfulness. Read more about our 2017 Speakers!
The day includes two panels, a networking lunch and skillshare workshops to take your goals to the next level. Registration is now open!
9:00am Registration and Check-In
9:20am WomenWerk Welcome
9:30am Panel I: Self-Care and Success
A thoughtful discussion on how to navigate success, influence and change in a healthy way:
Vanessa De Luca, Editor-In-Chief at Essence Magazine
Zain Asher, CNN International Correspondent
Karen Boykin-Towns, Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Pfizer
Asmau Ahmed, Founder & CEO of Plum Perfect
De'Ara Balenger, Former Director of Engagement at Hillary for America
Ghylian Bell (Moderator), Founder of Urban Yoga Foundation
11:30am Networking Lunch & Vendor Shopping
12:50pm Choose a Workshop:
Financial Self-Care
Led by Kara Stevens, Founder of The Frugal Feminista
Personal Advocacy and Self-Care
Led by Akiea Gross, Educator and Founder of #BlackTeachersMatter and Equitable Schools, Inc.
Health and Wellness
Led by Jean Asonye, Nurse Practioner
2:00 pm Healthy Adulting: Gender, Goals, Finances, and Caretaking
A dynamic discussion with men and women about self-care and balance:
Jeremiah Abiah, Musician, Artist and NAACP Image Honoree
Minaa B, Author and Social Worker
Trevor Scott, Author and Relationship Coach
Debra Cartwright, Artist and Activist
Feyi Oshinkanlu, Co-Founder of Young African MBAs (YAM)
Rita Obi (Moderator), CEO of Building You and VP, Kor Foundation