The Newbury, Boston

Thursday, February 6th, 2025

9am - 3pm

Personal Branding: Write Your Own Success Story

Join this exclusive gathering of ambitious female leaders who are up to BIG things!

This is a day of professional development, actionable insights, and unparalleled networking with high-level leaders at the iconic Newbury Hotel in Boston.

Secure your ticket now and step boldly into your next success story!

$349 per ticket

Why attend?

High-Level Networking Opportunities

Connect with forward-thinking female leaders

and expand your professional network.

Personal Brand Insights to Elevate Your Success

Get expert tips from top leaders to elevate

your personal brand and achieve bold goals.

All-Inclusive Experience

Enjoy a delicious lunch, professional photography, and the

luxury of the iconic Newbury Hotel in Boston.

  • Registration opens and connecting begins!

  • Inspiring Keynote Speakers

  • Breakout Sessions

  • Gourmet Lunch and Musical Experience

  • Expert Panel

  • Guided Networking 

  • Send Off and Open Networking!

THE AGENDA

Connect, Collaborate,

and Cultivate

Relationships

The Boston Women's Leadership Summit is more than an event, it's a central hub for ambitious female leaders from diverse industries to connect and collaborate.

We understand the power of networking in propelling your career and personal growth. That's why we've designed the summit to facilitate meaningful interactions and forge lasting relationships.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

JULIANA HERNANDEZ

FOUNDER & CEO

DEZ COLLECTIVE

Juliana is a Boston-raised Latina of Dominican heritage who has seamlessly blended her passion for social events and interior design into a flourishing business venture. She is the founder of DEZ Collective, a premier luxury event furniture rental company based in Stoughton, Massachusetts.

Recognized as a 2024 ALX 100 Honoree and one of Modern Luxury’s 2024 Dynamic Women, Juliana is also a compelling entrepreneurial speaker who is paving the way for Latina women to rise as leaders in business and beyond.

By identifying a need for unique, high-quality event furnishings, Juliana created DEZ Collective to provide clients with essential pieces to elevate their special occasions. Her exceptional design acumen and dedication to curating personalized, elegant event experiences have set her business apart. Through her leadership and inspiring journey, Juliana continues to make a lasting impact, empowering others to dream big and achieve more.

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Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this extraordinary event

shaping the future of women's leadership - this is THE room to be in!

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GUEST SPEAKERS

  • Jackie Zuk

    Jackie Zuk

    Jaclyn is an award-winning publicist, visibility expert and brand producer. She is the Founder and CEO of Next on Scene Media. Recognized as a Top 15 Game Changer by OK! Magazine, Jaclyn has been featured on CBS, NBC, FOX and USA Today. Jaclyn’s podcast is ranked in the top 1%. She interviews celebrities, influencers and renowned experts. With her signature process, she delivers celebrity placements and media spots to help her clients achieve their business goals.


  • Amy Finegold

    Amy Finegold

    Amy is a holistic wellness coach incorporating Nutrition, Movement, Mindset and Personal Styling to create the most transformative results for her clients.

    Her personal experience, owning a women’s clothing boutique, fueling herself through cancer treatment, nutrition, wellness and life coaching certifications have made her a force in the wellness industry. 

    Whether you want to rediscover your best self, dress for the woman you want to present to the world or lose weight and gain energy, there is a unique, customized experience waiting for you.

  • Laura Viola Maccarone

    Laura Viola Maccarone

    Laura Viola Maccarone’s passion for graphic design began at age 11 with her obsessing over the layout choices of Sassy Magazine and admiring her father’s collection of branded hockey pucks, wondering how she might craft a more compelling page or design a flashier logo. Laura grew up in a family of restaurant chain entrepreneurs who introduced her to menu design and the physical signage fabrication of letterforms. Her excitement about design was broadened in college, after which she decided to craft magazine layouts for multiple publications, and then again in graduate school. Laura has built her career around professional and educational experiences that introduced her to new aesthetics, fresh ways of thinking, innovative tools, and amazing people. In 2016, she opened Rizbee Studio, bringing over a decade of freelance experience to visual branding and packaging design clients. Today, Laura’s clients trust her to elevate their aesthetic while surpassing their business development goals with an eye on brand continuity, material quality, and ongoing communication. She leverages her community connections and partnerships to bolster local entrepreneurs and connect clients to resources.

  • Anna Goldsmith

    Anna Goldsmith

    Anna Goldsmith is a founding partner of The Hired Pens, an award-winning copywriting agency that serves clients across a wide range of industries and writing needs. Since 2018, she has also produced TEDxPortsmouth, one of the largest and most successful TEDx events in the country. The speakers she's worked with have been recognized on TED platforms and around the world.

    Her successβ€”and her delight in doing this workβ€”has inspired The Hired Pens to create an offshoot of their business dedicated to helping business leaders write and deliver talks that make an impact.

  • Cici Dimou

    Ciara (Cici) Dimou

    Ciara Dimou, known to her patients as Cici, is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner and Doctor of Nursing Practice. As the founder of VAIN Medi Spa and VAIN Academy, Cici is a passionate entrepreneur and leader in aesthetics, dedicated to helping individuals feel confident, empowered, and like the best versions of themselves.

    With a strong background in primary care and women’s health, Cici brings a personalized approach to every treatment, tailoring care to each patient’s unique needs. 

    Cici’s forward-thinking approach to medical aesthetics combines innovation, care, and artistry, making VAIN Medi Spa the destination for those seeking safe, effective, and natural aesthetic treatments.

  • Laura Crowley

    Laura Crowley

    Laura Crowley is the owner of Laura Jeannette and Co., a business consulting company dedicated to helping med spas, plastic surgeons, dermatologists, ophthalmologists, nurse injectors, and estheticians grow and scale their businesses through strategic operations and innovative marketing ideas. Her expertise has led to significant success for her clients, including a recent achievement of increasing a med spa's revenue by 74% and expanding to two additional locations in 2023.


    In addition to her consulting business, Laura owns Laura Jeannette Aesthetics, a luxury skincare clinic in Newburyport, MA. This clinic addresses all client skincare needs and provides the best services to achieve optimal outcomes and results.

    Laura is also a keynote speaker and panelist at numerous conferences and has contributed articles to Ask Us Beauty Magazine.

  • Channy Thlang

    Channy Thlang

    Channy Thlang is the founder of The Charcuterie Mama, a business that started from a simple date night with her husband and grew into something she’s truly passionate about. She believes food has a special way of bringing people together, sparking joy, and creating unforgettable moments. Over the years, Channy’s work has led to amazing opportunities, from being featured on The Today Show to collaborating with the Boston Red Sox, Neiman Marcus, Soho House, and even the Academy for the 94th Oscars. But at the heart of it all, Channy’s focus is on spreading kindness, building connections, and making every gathering feel extraordinaryβ€”one gorgeous and delicious board at a time.

  • Becky McDougal

    Becky McDougal

    As Director of Programs & Engagement for the CWB (Center for Women and Business) at Bentley University, Becky McDougal is a strategic leader in advancing women+ leadership opportunities that drive gender equity and innovation in the business world. She leads the CWB’s corporate and community engagement efforts, working with partners to develop high-impact, research-backed programs that strengthen the leadership pipeline for women+ and position them for success at every career stage. Through process consultation and program design, Becky helps organizations integrate women+ leadership development training into their broader business and succession planning strategies. A sought-after facilitator and educator, she has designed and led transformative learning experiences for professionals and executive teams on leadership advancement, mentorship, sponsorship, strategic networking, and allyshipβ€”all critical components of building sustainable leadership pathways for women+.

EMCEE

As a top tier accountant turned entrepreneur and business coach, I’ve learned that to reach your next level, you have to be bold.  Courageous in going after what you want. And fearless to understand it’s okay to let go of what’s not serving you.

I partner with founders to make an impact, helping them own the role of CEO – professionally and personally. Because I know what it was like to be in the opposite position, unfulfilled and longing for more. That’s why I made it my life’s work to make sure every person is empowered to achieve a big, bold vision for their life and business.

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