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 Luxuryβs 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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GUEST SPEAKERS
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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. Jaclynβs 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.
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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 womenβs 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.
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Laura Viola Maccarone
Laura Viola Maccaroneβs passion for graphic design began at age 11 with her obsessing over the layout choices of Sassy Magazine and admiring her fatherβs 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, Lauraβs 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.
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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 successβand her delight in doing this workβhas inspired The Hired Pens to create an offshoot of their business dedicated to helping business leaders write and deliver talks that make an impact.
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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 womenβs health, Cici brings a personalized approach to every treatment, tailoring care to each patientβs unique needs.
Ciciβs 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.
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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.
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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 sheβs truly passionate about. She believes food has a special way of bringing people together, sparking joy, and creating unforgettable moments. Over the years, Channyβs 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, Channyβs focus is on spreading kindness, building connections, and making every gathering feel extraordinaryβone gorgeous and delicious board at a time.
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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 CWBβs 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 allyshipβall critical components of building sustainable leadership pathways for women+.
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Kwani Lunis
Kwani is the Host of The Hub Today on NBC10 Boston. Formerly, she was a social media producer across NBC10 Boston platforms. Additionally, Kwani is a co-host of the βBig 3 NBA Podcast" on the CLNS Media Network.
As a top tier accountant turned entrepreneur and business coach, Iβve learned that to reach your next level, you have to be bold. Courageous in going after what you want. And fearless to understand itβs okay to let go of whatβs not serving you.
I partner with founders to make an impact, helping them own the role of CEO β professionally and personally. Because I know what it was like to be in the opposite position, unfulfilled and longing for more. Thatβs why I made it my lifeβs work to make sure every person is empowered to achieve a big, bold vision for their life and business.