The vision of the PPAI Women’s Leadership Conference is to create an engaging, collaborative community that enables diverse women in the promotional products industry to be authentic, learn together and from each other, and build relationships that’ll grow throughout the year.
Throughout the year, look for WLC-sponsored webinars that feature content specifically for women in our industry, as well as other opportunities to connect with the Women’s Leadership Conference community.
Monday, June 21, 2021
First Time Attendee Meet And Greet
Welcome And Opening Remarks
Speakers: Carrie Petri, MAS, The Magnet Group and Kelli Denes, MAS, The Vernon Company
Session 1: Dream It. Make It Happen.
Speaker: Jo-An Lantz, MAS, Geiger
What do you dream about? What does it really take to turn your dreams into reality? Many are afraid to allow themselves to dream big because the cost is too high or the effort too great. But strong leaders dream big and hustle to make it happen. Jo-an Lantz, one of the original founders of WLC, will share what it takes to achieve your dreams and how leadership makes all the difference.
Association Update
Speaker: PPAI CEO
Session 2: Using Your Special Qualities To Rise And Succeed
Speaker: Paula Wygonik, MAS, CE Competitive Edge LLC
Do you ever feel like the hits keep coming? Do you look at women around you and wonder “how do they do it”, “why are they successful”, “have they faced any adversity”, “are they smarter or stronger than I am”?
Rising above adversity and succeeding isn’t something you do once and then check it off your list like a grocery item. It is a series of decisions and “character grit” that allow you to acknowledge a new challenge, evaluate your options and dig deep to fight back and win. Understanding your “why” when facing adversity can help you through the most painful of hows. Hint…mobilizing your (S)heroes will lighten the darkness and give you the courage and confidence to go from victim to victor!
Roundtable Chat
Cocktail Reception And Woman Of Achievement Celebration
Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Optional: Morning Yoga
Speaker: Roni Wright, MAS, The Book Company
Welcome And Opening Remarks
Speaker: Poetry by Laura Brewer, CAS, Ariel Premium—Promo Poet Laureate
Session 3: Economic Outlook For 2021 And Beyond
Speaker: TBD
Tuesday Conversation: DEI—Steps To Take Now
Speaker: Anthony Arrington, CDE, Top Rank Talent Solutions
Session 4: Programs That Matter—The Power Of Purpose
Speaker: Megan Baker, Stryker
Roundtable Chat
Virtual Dine-Around
Join the WLC Task Force as they invite you to “join” them at their favorite restaurants for a virtual dine-around. While we won’t be able to break bread together, we can promise the same great conversations and laughter in small group settings.
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Optional: Morning HIIT Workout
Speaker: Gabrielle Holgate
Welcome And Opening Remarks
Speaker: The WLC Workgroup
Breakout Sessions
Breakout 1: Finding Your Why
Speaker: Jessica Gibbons-Rauch, Trend On Brand
So many times we focus on how to do something or what we need to do that we forget about why we are doing it in the first place. Sometimes, especially for women, we have a hard time clearing out our "dragons" and creating our purpose. This workshop dives into how to find your why and create inspiration to continue to grow and develop with your individual reason in front.
Breakout 2: Promo In A Virtual World
Speaker: Panel discussion moderated by Becki Heinen, Facilisgroup, and Joel Bastien, MAS, AIA Corporation
How can we continue to create client experiences that wow in a virtual world and what do we need to start learning now to be able to succeed in the hybrid universe that is quickly approaching? This session will identify industry trends and challenges, the value of the meaningful message and more.
Wednesday Conversation: Remarks From PPAI Leaders
Speakers: Dawn Olds, MAS, HALO and Brittany David, MAS, SnugZUSA
Session 5: Talent Matters: Strategies For A People-Centered Team
Speaker: Kate Alavez, PromoShop, Inc.
Managing a team or organization is about more than numbers. It's about creating an inclusive, equitable workplace in which every person has a voice and is encouraged to bring their experiences and ideas to the table. When your people flourish, your team and organization thrive. So, what does it take to build and manage this type of people-centered team? Join this conversation and learn strategies to manage your team through inclusive leadership.
Session 6: Trooper Tillman Presents Purses With A Purpose
Speaker: Trooper Andrea Tillman, Michigan State Trooper
Roundtable Chat
Closing Remarks
PPAI Members: $325 for the first attendee from a company and $275 for each additional attendee (Contact Shannon Johnson for additional attendee discounted rate)
PPAI Associates: $425 per attendee
For questions about the event or help with registering, contact Shannon Johnson at 972-258-3059 or email ShannonJ@ppai.org.
Download the contract to reserve your sponsorship or if you just can't make up your mind, contact your account manager to discuss how your company can be involved with WLC D2U.
Who may register for and attend this event?
To register for any of PPAI’s live education events, you must be a PPAI Member or Associate, meaning that you own or are employed by a company that manufactures, imports or resells promotional products. Each registration requires an individual login.
What is included in my registration fee?
Conference registration includes all education sessions, morning exercise, networking events and evening receptions.
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
Refunds will be issued, minus a $150 processing fee, up to and including Friday, June 4, 2021. After Friday, June 4, 2021, refunds will not be issued. Refunds will not be issued for conference no-shows. All cancellations must be emailed to Shannon Johnson.
Privacy
By registering for the conference, you agree to have your basic information published on the official attendee list and to have your photo taken at the event. Please contact Shannon Johnson should you wish to be removed.
Consent To Use Photographic Images
Registration and attendance at and/or participation in Women’s Leadership Conference or any Association meetings or events constitute an agreement by the registrant to fully consent to PPAI’s use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant’s or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproduction and audiotapes of such events and activities.
Questions Regarding Membership
Please call 888-I-AM-PPAI (426-7724) or email PPAI Membership.