Women’s & Girls’ Conference
YWCA Northern New Jersey Women's Conference
2021 Women’s Virtual Leadership Conference
Carve out some “ME” time during Women’s History Month.
Hear honest stories from fearless women about their trials, triumphs and everything in between. Get ready to be inspired, energized and prepared to tackle any obstacle that’s holding you back.
Monday, March 1 • 10:00 – 11:00 am FREE • Via Zoom
Dr. Chris T. Pernell
Chief Strategic Integration and Health Equity Officer, University Hospital
A physician leader and social change agent. In her public health practice, her focus is health justice, community-based advocacy, and population-wide health promotion and disease prevention. She has worked with union leaders and frontline workers, and partners across NYC healthcare institutions. Her efforts are centered around workplace health strategies, worker empowerment, health equity, and health system transformation.
Dr. Pernell is a fellow of the American College of Preventive Medicine and holds an appointment as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School.
• Thursday, March 11 • 10:00 – 11:00 am
Dr. Balpreet Grewal-Virk
Vice President, Community Engagement Northern Region at Hackensack Meridian Health
Balpreet K. Grewal-Virk, PhD, provides leadership and oversight to system-wide community health initiatives, including outreach and marketing, community partnerships and advocacy, and evaluation and research. Balpreet also leads the Health Awareness Regional Program (HARP) and serves public and private sector populations with multiple education and prevention programs. She is responsible for the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) for Hackensack Meridian Health’s northern region. This includes collaboration and execution of local and network wide impact planning throughout eight New Jersey counties.
She is married to Yogi Virk for 20 years and has 3 children.
• Monday, March 15 • 10:00 – 11:00 am
Jeannine LaRue,
Founder, LaRuelist Report and Senior Vice President of the Kaufman Zita Group
• Wednesday, March 24 • 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Rachel Antonoff,
Fashion Designer
• Wednesday, March 31 • 7:00 – 8:00 pm
SHOULDER TO SHOULDER NETWORKING EVENT
Register for one or all of the Women’s Conference presentations!
Questions? Contact Tiffany Lorincz at tlorincz@ywcannj.org or call 201-881-1701
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Past Women’s Leadership Conferences
2020 Women’s Leadership Conference
Bethany Community Center
605 Pascack Road, Township of Washington, NJ
Wednesday, March 4, 2020 Ι 8:30 am – 2:00 pm
Tickets $65
Dynamic leaders share key strategies on how to deepen your purpose, refine your presence, and harness the collective power of diverse perspectives and collaborative relationships.
The day will include networking, keynote speaker, workshops, power panel, and Q&A Session.
Stay tuned for more details!
#EnergizeEngageInspire
Questions? Contact Lori Murray at 201-345-1888.
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2020 Women’s Conference Presenters
Keynote Speakers
Shirell Gross, Esq., CLC
Founder and President Measure of Ambition LLC
Shavonda Sumter
Assemblywoman of the 35th Legislative District
Workshop Presenters
Christine Jastzabski, PMP
IT Project Manager, Benjamin Moore
Kathryn Lancioni
Founder & CEO of Presenting Perfection, LLC.
& Professor of Communication at Seton Hall University
Lauren Venekas
Senior Director, Field Marketing, Stryker
Power Panelists
Helen Archontou – Moderator
CEO, YWCA Northern New Jersey
Melissa Berry
Founder, Cancer Fashionista
Stacy Esser
Realtor & Team Leader, The Stacy Esser Group |
Keller Williams Town Life
Amber Lee Forrester
Certified Life Coach & Positive Psychology Practitioner
Quartz Wellness Collective
2020 Women’s Conference Corporate Sponsors
2019 Women’s Leadership Conference
See the video recap of the 2019 Women’s Leadership Conference.
Get to know our 2019 Workshop Presenters!
Bethany Community Center • 605 Pascack Road
Township of Washington, NJ • Tickets $65
Trailblazing leaders will provide actionable insights on:
• Leading with Authenticity
• Developing Leadership Potential
• Not Allowing Fear to Hold Us Back
• How to Prioritize Your Overall Well-being
• Importance of Mentorship
The day will include networking, keynote speaker, workshops, power panel, and Q&A Session.
#YWBCWLC19
Questions? Contact Lori Murray at 201-345-1888.
#YWE360
2019 Women’s Conference Presenters
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Christine W. Thorpe
Dean, Nathan Weiss Graduate College, Kean University
Founder and Co-director, Stronger Tomorrow Wellness
Workshop Presenters
Lisa Gallo
Vice President, Global Process and Product Development,
Consumer Product Design and Strategic Brands, AVON
Shirell A. Gross, Esq.
Former Vice President, Head of Law and Division Counsel, Bayer
Erika Monell
IT Business Relationship Manager, BD
Professional Coach, From Distraction to Destiny Coaching
Power Panelists
Randi Levin – Moderator
Founder & CEO, Randi Levin Coaching
Dr. Arati Sadalge Kreibich
Glen Rock Councilwoman, Special Scientific Advisor at Charley’s Fund
Deborah Visconi
President & CEO, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Joanne Westphal
VP/Retail Marketing Manager, TD Bank
Lunchtime Presenter
Lois Kramer Perez
2019 Women’s Conference Corporate Sponsors
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2018 Women’s Leadership Conference
March 29, 2018 | 8:30 am-2:00 pm | Saddle Brook Marriott, 138 Pehle Avenue, Saddle Brook, NJ
(Limited Scholarships Available)
Register TODAY for the 2018 Women’s Leadership Conference
Registration closes on Tuesday March 27th @ 12 noon
Get actionable insights from corporate thought leaders on effective communication and interpersonal skills; the changing role of diversity and inclusion in the workplace; and how cultivating confidence and creativity can help you become a real changemaker. Keynote speaker Sarah Walton presents strategies on how to ignite your passions personally and professionally. Our Power Panel, moderated by Columbia Bank Training and Development Officer Alycia Banks, gives attendees the opportunity to engage in Q&A with Laura Blackmer of Konica Minolta, Ann Piccirillo of KPMG, and Tiffani Scott of BD. View Flyer | View Sponsorship Opportunities
Questions? Contact Lori Murray at 201-345-1888.
Women’s Conference 2018
Keynote & Power Panelists
Keynote Speaker
Sarah Walton
Business Mentor, Founder of Sarah’s Business Accelerator & The Money Mindset Course
Presenter
Laura Blackmer
Senior Vice President,Dealer Sales, Konica Minolta
Presenter
Ann Piccirillo
Strategic HR, Innovation and Enterprise Systems, KPMG
Presenter
Tiffani Scott
Global Inclusion and Diversity Leader, BD
Moderator
Alycia Banks
Training and Development Officer, Columbia Bank
Women’s Conference 2018 Corporate Sponsors
