The 2024 Black Enterprise Women of Power Summit is set to take place March 27-30 at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The Women of Power Summit welcomes over 1,800 women of color to come together and connect, inspire, and empower one another for the weekend. This year, the summit will honor Mellody Hobson, co-CEO of Ariel Investments; Judy Smith, founder and president of Smith & Company; and Thasunda Duckett, CEO of TIAA.
If you’re considering coming together to connect with a number of powerful women, here are five reasons it will be worth your while.
Networking
The Women of Power Summit always provides a platform for connecting with influential leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals, as they can offer valuable networking opportunities to build meaningful relationships and expand one’s professional circle.
Empowering panels and workshops
The attendees have access to a wide range of empowering workshops, panels, and discussions tailored to address challenges, opportunities, and strategies specific to Black women, such as Shattering the Glass Ceiling, Navigating Challenges Like A Pro, Advancing to Your Dream Position, Tapping Into Your Greatest Leadership, and much more.
Career advancement
Whether attendees are seeking career growth, entrepreneurship guidance, or leadership development, the Women of Power Summit offers insights, resources, and mentorship opportunities to help them advance their careers and achieve their professional goals.
Inspirational honorees and speakers
During the summit, speakers and industry trailblazers will share their personal stories, experiences, and insights, inspiring attendees to overcome obstacles and reach new heights in their personal and professional lives. The summit will honor Mellody Hobson, co-CEO of Ariel Investments; Judy Smith, founder and president of Smith & Company; and Thasunda Duckett, CEO of TIAA.
There will also be several speakers such as Shar Caesar Douglass, Global Head of Marketing of TIDAL; Sasha Heathman, Workplace Financial Consultant of Fidelity; Valerie Jarrett, Obama Foundation CEO; Calandra Walker Jarrell, SVP, Diversity & Inclusion of Bank of America, and many more.
Community and support
The summit encourages a supportive and inclusive community where powerful Black women can come together, share experiences, celebrate successes, and collaborate on solutions to everyday challenges, creating a sense of solidarity and empowerment.
