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MAY 16, 3:00PM
MAY 17, 11:00AM
MAY 17, 12:00PM
MAY 17, 1:00PM
AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS
Business Advancement: The WOCII Ecosystem - Doing Business Together - Strategic Partnering
Dive into the WOCII Ecosystem as we share deals and partnerships we've forged and learn how we leverage our powerful network for even greater success. Get ready for insights and strategies that'll have you eager to collaborate like never before!
Business Advancement: Supporting Women Launched Firms
Unlocking the full potential of women fund managers requires a concerted effort. In this interactive discussion, we will explore innovative ways to share resources to support the growth of women-led funds. sharing best practices and insights to providing access to capital, talent, and networks, collaboration is key to overcoming barriers and accelerating the success of women fund managers.
Personal Advancement: Converting Income to Wealth - Establishing an Investment Consortium
Discover the power of pooling resources in an investment consortium to access new opportunities, diversify portfolios, and mitigate risks. Let's journey together towards financial independence and prosperity.

Business Advancement: SWAP – Sharing with A Purpose

Exchange ideas, insights, and opportunities that could shape your business, professional or personal future. We will break out into small groups, ensuring meaningful interactions tailored to your interests. Whether you are seeking collaborations, partnerships, or simply looking to expand your network, this session is designed to help us do more business together.
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WOCII Presents:

CONCLAVE

A Business, Professional and Personal Advancement Collaborative

May 16-18, 2024
Minerals Hotel, Vernon, NJ 

AGENDA

Prepare to be immersed in an atmosphere of advancement and inspiration as we exclusively gather a select group of trailblazing senior women professionals from every corner of the investment industry, including LPs, GPs, consultants, and service providers.

 

This isn't just another event; it's a meticulously curated CONCLAVE, designed to ignite business collaboration, fuel personal and professional development, and promote wealth creation, all while tackling some of the unique challenges faced by WOC in the investment industry.

EVENT SPEAKERS
Cathleen Trigg Jones, Life and Business Coach, Award Winning Journalist
Shirley G. McAlpine, Self-Empowerment & Self-Care CoachFounder, Shirley McAlpine & Associates
Renae Griffin, Co-Founder, WOCII; Managing Director, GCM Grosvenor

Carmen Ortiz-McGhee, Chief Operating Officer, National Association of Investment Companies

Johnita Mizelle, Managing Partner, Onyx Capital Advisors

Nia Gandy White, Co-Founder, Managing Partner, Arc Advisors 

Angela Outlaw-Matheny, Director of Diverse Manager Equity, Crucial Partners LLC

Angela Miller-MayChief Investment Officer, Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund​

Carra Wallace, Founder and CEO at Optimized Diversity Solutions​

Machel Allen, CFA, President & CIO, Metis Global Partners​

Kim Lew, CEO, Columbia Investment Management Company​

Taffi Ayodele, Director of DEI & Emerging Manager Strategy, Office of NYC Comptroller ​

Jessica Holsey, Managing Director, GCM Grosvenor​​

Betina Dowdell, Client Development Director for Wealth Management USA, UBS​

Angelique Brunner, Founder, EB5 Capital ​​

Kirk A. Sykes, Co-Managing Partner, Accordia Partners, LLC. ​

Pamela Robertson, Partner, Squire Patton Boggs LLP

Tosh Ernest, Head of Catalyst 2045, SVB, A Division of First Citizens Bank

Lola C. West, Chairwoman, Chief Culture Officer, Co-Founder, Westfuller, Advisors, LLC 

Sara Zulkosky, Co-Founder, Recast Capital 

Kerstin Dittmar, Founder & Managing Parter, L2 Point

Diane T. Ashley, Founder and CEO, DTA Diversity Counts 

Carmen Sierra, Treasurer, City of Hartford 

Tiffany Junkins, Executive Director, Municipal Employees’ Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago

Debra Draughan, Head of Investor Relations, Atlantic Street Capital 

Dr. Tegan Moore, ND, Executive Medical Director & CoFounder, Wheelhouse Center for Health and Wellbeing

HOW TO SECURE YOUR SEAT
REGISTER AND VIEW THE SCHEDULE:
Use the link below to register now. Space is limited!
RESERVE YOUR STAY:
Reserve your stay at the beautiful Crystal Spring Resort, Hamburg, NJ by May 2, 2024. Call 866-921-0422 ext 2. and mention "WOCIIGroup Retreat OR visit, 
https://bit.ly/WOCII for direct booking. 

All reservations are self pay. Room cost is $249 per night (excludes taxes). 
Double rooms available for pairing up. A deposit of one-night's room and tax is charged at time of booking. Limited rooms available!
GET EXCITED:
We can't wait to see you on May 16-18 for 2 days packed with business, professional, and personal advancement!

Questions? Email Jaye Washington, jwashington@naicpe.com
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promotion or elevation to a higher rank or position; progression to a higher stage of development

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Sponsorship Questions? Email Nia Gandy White, ngandy@naicpe.com 

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Women of Color in Investments (WOCII) is a network established in 2015 to meet the growing needs of women of color in our industry by strengthening and broadening our networks, facilitating access to industry information and opportunities, and serving as resources to each other. We host a series of formal and informal events throughout each year with these goals in mind. 

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