2025 Women Thrive Conference

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Join us for the 29th Annual Women Thrive Conference

The MichBusiness Women Thrive Conference is a day of celebration, informative panel discussions, facilitated networking opportunities, and knowledge-sharing. It is advised by a distinguished board of businesswomen and community leaders.

Here are some of the highlights of the conference:

  • Awards ceremony honoring the Women Workplace Leaders in the three categories.
  • Panel discussions with leading experts on topics such as leadership, entrepreneurship, and workplace diversity.
  • Networking opportunities to connect with other women leaders in the community.
  • Knowledge-sharing sessions on topics of interest to women in the workplace.

The MichBusiness Women Thrive Conference is a valuable opportunity for women to learn, network, and be inspired. It is a day to celebrate the achievements of women in the workplace and to look forward to the future of women’s leadership.

MichBusiness annually honors Women Workplace Leaders who make significant contributions to their fields and the community.

Established in 1996, the awards are bestowed in three categories:


  • Shooting Stars

    Honoring young women on the move.

  • Leadership In The Workplace

    Honoring women who are change-makers and thought leaders in the workplace today.

  • The Michigan Business Women Hall of Fame

    Honoring women whose careers have reached exceptional levels of success and have elevated and encouraged women in the workplace.


Advised by a distinguished board of businesswomen and community leaders, The MichBusiness Women Thrive Conference offers a day of celebration, informative panel discussions, facilitated networking opportunities, with a focus on sharing knowledge.

For sponsorship opportunities and questions contact to Alexis Jakowinicz at Alexis@MichBusiness.org.

2024 Women Thrive Conference

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2024 Women Thrive Conference

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Join us for the 28th Annual Women Thrive Conference

The MichBusiness Women Thrive Conference is a day of celebration, informative panel discussions, facilitated networking opportunities, and knowledge-sharing. It is advised by a distinguished board of businesswomen and community leaders.

Here are some of the highlights of the conference:

  • Awards ceremony honoring the Women Workplace Leaders in the three categories.
  • Panel discussions with leading experts on topics such as leadership, entrepreneurship, and workplace diversity.
  • Networking opportunities to connect with other women leaders in the community.
  • Knowledge-sharing sessions on topics of interest to women in the workplace.

The MichBusiness Women Thrive Conference is a valuable opportunity for women to learn, network, and be inspired. It is a day to celebrate the achievements of women in the workplace and to look forward to the future of women’s leadership.

MichBusiness annually honors Women Workplace Leaders who make significant contributions to their fields and the community.


  • Shooting Stars

    Honors young women on the move.

  • Leadership In The Workplace

    Honors women who are change-makers and thought leaders in the workplace today.

  • The Michigan Business Women Hall of Fame

    Honors women whose careers have reached exceptional levels of success and have elevated and encouraged women in the workplace.

For sponsorship opportunities and questions contact to Alexis Jakowinicz at Alexis@MichBusiness.org.

2023 Women Thrive Conference

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2023 Women Thrive Conference

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Join us for the 27th Annual Women Thrive Conference

MichBusiness annually honors Women Workplace Leaders who make significant contributions to their fields and the community. Established in 1996, the awards are bestowed in three categories:

  • Shooting Stars

    Honoring young women on the move.

  • Leadership In The Workplace

    Honoring women who are change-makers and thought leaders in the workplace today.

  • The Michigan Business Women Hall of Fame

    Honoring women whose careers have reached exceptional levels of success and have elevated and encouraged women in the workplace.

Advised by a distinguished board of businesswomen and community leaders, The MichBusiness Women Thrive Conference offers a day of celebration, informative panel discussions, facilitated networking opportunities, with a focus on sharing knowledge.

2022 Women Thrive Conference

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2022 Women Thrive Conference

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Congratulations to the 2022 Honorees!


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MichBusiness annually honors Women Workplace Leaders who make significant contributions to their fields and the community. Established in 1996, the awards are bestowed in three categories:

  • Shooting Stars

    Honoring young women on the move.

  • Distinguished Leadership

    Honoring women who are change-makers and thought leaders in the workplace today.

  • The Michigan Business Women Hall of Fame

    Honoring women whose careers have reached exceptional levels of success and have elevated and encouraged women in the workplace.

Advised by a distinguished board of businesswomen and community leaders, The MichBusiness Women Thrive Conference offers a day of celebration, informative panel discussions, facilitated networking opportunities, with a focus on sharing knowledge.

2021 Women Thrive Conference

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MichBusiness annually honors Women Workplace Leaders who make significant contributions to their fields and the community. Established in 1996, the awards are bestowed in three categories: Shooting Stars – honoring young women on the move; Distinguished Leadership – honoring women who are change-makers and thought leaders in the workplace today; and The MichBusiness Women Leaders Hall of Fame – honoring women whose careers have reached exceptional levels of success and have elevated and encouraged women in the workplace.

Advised by a distinguished board of businesswomen and community leaders, The MichBusiness Virtual Women Thrive Conference offers a week of celebration, informative workshops, and a keynote presentation with a focus on sharing knowledge.

For more information about registering for the virtual event, contact Amanda Sweet at asweet@michbusiness.com.

For more information about sponsoring this virtual event, contact Katie Sullivan at ksullivan@michbusiness.com.


Agenda


Smashing the Myths of Women in Business!

Thriving in these fast-changing times requires new skills and better tools to “see, feel and think” in new ways. To make “change our friend,” we will have to smash the myths holding us and other women back from becoming the best that we can be. It is our time to “rethink” who we are and where we are going so we can grow further, faster, and better together. In my talk, we are going to do just that, help you see yourself through a fresh lens and help you begin to embrace change as your friend.

Speaker:
Andi Simon – Founder and CEO of Simon Associates Management Consultants

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Women Moving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Forward

This Town Hall will uncover best practices for Women in the workplace to move Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion forward cross-culturally, cross-generationally, and across corporate titles. Join our panel of experts as they discuss how women business leaders can navigate in their corporate and community landscapes.

Moderator:
Michelle Richards – Founding Executive Director of Great Lakes Women’s Business Council

Panelists:

Duc Nguyen Abrahamson
Executive Director
Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce

Mary Cooney, Ph.D.
Founder
Creativa

Charity Dean
Owner
Dean Law and Consulting

Dr. Hei-Ock Kim
Founder and Executive Director
Kim Center for Social Balance

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Strategies for Women with Aging Parents

Join this panel discussion will uncover questions on supporting yourself and the new challenges that come with supporting your aging parents. Navigate legal, health, and work-life balance questions to help you navigate the changing relationship in your life.

Speakers:

Jill McNamara
Director of Senior Care
Care.com

Farrah C. Ramdayal
Attorney and Partner
SSR Law Office, Elder Law and Estate Planning

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Workshop for Mothers in the Workplace

This panel discussion focuses on intrapersonal and interpersonal workplace and life balance, relationship challenges, emotional regulation, and intelligence families face working from home with young children. Learn best practices from our panel of experts as we explore the nature of conflict and provide strategies for HR professionals to effectively assist their organizations to create a culture of collaboration, employee engagement, and increased performance.

Moderator:

Maria Fracassa Dwyer – Member-In-Charge at Detroit, Clark Hill PLC

Panelists:

Kimberly Dudley
Human Resources Specialist
Greenleaf Trust

Becka Klauber Ritcher
President
Helpr

Duncan So
Co-Founder, Executive Director
The Burnout Clinic

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Women Thrive Awards and Induction Ceremony

MichBusiness annually honors Women Workplace Leaders who make significant contributions to their fields and the community. Established in 1996, the awards are bestowed in three categories: Shooting Stars – honoring young women on the move; Distinguished Leadership – honoring women who are change­makers and thought leaders in the workplace today; and The MichBusiness Women Leaders Hall of Fame – honoring women whose careers have reached exceptional levels of success and have elevated and encouraged women in the workplace.


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2020 Virtual Women Thrive Conference

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MichBusiness annually honors Women Workplace Leaders who make significant contributions to their fields and the community. Established in 1996, the awards are bestowed in three categories: Shooting Stars – honoring young women on the move; Distinguished Leadership – honoring women who are change-makers and thought leaders in the workplace today; and The MichBusiness Women Leaders Hall of Fame – honoring women whose careers have reached exceptional levels of success and have elevated and encouraged women in the workplace.

Advised by a distinguished board of businesswomen and community leaders, The MichBusiness Virtual Women Thrive Conference offers a week of celebration, informative workshops, and a keynote presentation with a focus on sharing knowledge.

For more information about registering for the virtual event, contact Amanda Sweet at asweet@michbusiness.com.

2019 Women Thrive Conference

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