Agenda

This interactive, high-energy workshop is designed for women who are ready to move beyond traditional leadership models and step into roles where they can inspire, influence and drive lasting impact. Whether you're leading a team, a project or an entire organization, you’ll learn how to harness the power of vision, authenticity and emotional intelligence to become the kind of leader people want to follow.

Embracing leadership positions often entails a strong mentorship capability. A successful leader is not only an effective manager but also a valuable mentor. Providing guidance is crucial for supporting and promoting future next-generation leaders.

Frontline leaders are the backbone of any organization: they drive performance, engagement and team morale. Yet they are often promoted based on technical skills rather than leadership ability and lack the training needed to succeed. This session highlights why investing in frontline leadership development is essential and how organizations can equip these leaders to maximize their impact.

Discover how artificial intelligence-powered incident management and analytics tools transform security operations from reactive problem-solving to proactive risk management increasing effectiveness and efficiency. This session will explore the critical role of AI in identifying patterns, uncovering root causes and driving continuous operational improvements.

As a woman who has spent nearly 20 years in the security industry, Katherine Podolas will share how women can leverage unique leadership strengths to overcome barriers and excel in a male-dominated field. Speaking from her journey, Podolas will highlight the power of collaboration, emotional intelligence and strategic thinking in leading high-performing teams and navigating complex challenges within security operations.

Artificial intelligence is often discussed as a revolutionary force in security, but what does it truly bring to the industry? This session provides a structured, educational look at how AI is transforming security operations across various sectors, including critical infrastructure, transportation, health care and commercial spaces.

This session delves into the art of personal branding for cybersecurity professionals, blending human stories with professional growth. It's an exploration of how personal narratives, when intertwined with cybersecurity expertise, can create a powerful and distinct professional identity. You'll learn the nuances of building a personal brand that resonates in the cybersecurity community, emphasizing authenticity and human connection.

The reality is you have ONE life to live. It is yours to CHOOSE. And yours only! This workshop will give you the tools to write a personal vision statement and provide actionable insights to use this vision to empower effective decision making and live your life with power, on purpose.

Learn the secret second language reserved for communication experts and law enforcement to communicate confidence, achieve common ground and improve negotiation outcomes.

This high-energy session will help leaders and teams unlock next-level performance while maintaining balance and resilience. Packed with actionable insights and inspiring stories drawn from speaker Erin Stafford's hypergrowth leadership background and decades of research with CEOs, Fortune 100 leaders, Olympians and celebrities, this session will leave you feeling energized, focused and equipped to achieve extraordinary results with balance, clarity and purpose.

A dynamic panel of female leaders at the forefront of critical infrastructure protection in downtown Detroit, Michigan, will provide an inside look at the essential role of teamwork and collaboration in safeguarding the city's key assets. From transportation hubs and public spaces to major entertainment venues and essential utilities, this session will explore the city's complex security challenges while addressing women under representation in the security industry.