Strategic Influence for Women in STEM
Women in STEM are often expected to lead and influence within systems not designed for them. In this session, Dr. Mira Brancu introduces a practical framework for understanding how power and influence actually operate at individual, team, organizational, and systems levels. Gain concrete strategies for increasing impact, navigating decision-making, and leading more intentionally.
Rebuilding Trust in an Era of Change
Join Minda Harts for an engaging session on rebuilding trust in today’s shifting workplaces. She walks through real communication challenges, introduces the Seven Trust Languages, and shares practical tools for repairing strained relationships. Learn how small, intentional choices can strengthen team dynamics, improve collaboration, and create environments where people feel heard and supported.
How Women in STEM Can Lead Without Burning Out
Join Dr. Amy Loden Tiffany for a science-backed session on overcoming perfectionism in STEM leadership and high-pressure environments. Learn how high-achieving women can recognize burnout patterns, shift out of all-or-nothing thinking, and lead with clarity and ease. She shares practical strategies to strengthen resilience, protect your well-being, and support sustainable success in your STEM career.
Navigating the Private Funding Landscape
Join Dr. Mia Thomaidou for an introductory session on navigating private funding as part of a sustainable research portfolio. She shares lessons from her journey into science philanthropy, discuss common features of foundation funding, and offer guidance for identifying well-matched opportunities and strengthening early proposal materials.
Thriving in the Leadership Job You Weren’t (Really) Trained For
Join Jen Heemstra, PhD, for a dynamic session on leadership in STEM. Drawing from her own experience as a scientist and from her book Labwork to Leadership, Jen offers a fresh lens on leading with authenticity, supporting others with intention, and growing through both success and challenge. Walk away with practical strategies to help you thrive—wherever you are on your science journey.
Strategic Networking Beyond Your Next Role
Join career coach Cynthia Estalilla for an interactive session on building authentic professional relationships in STEM. Learn how to make networking feel intentional, effective, and less intimidating—so it becomes a natural part of your career journey. Cynthia shares tools, scripts, and templates to help you identify the right opportunities, build strong connections, and expand your professional network with confidence.
Elevate Performance: Tips for Giving (and Receiving) Feedback
Join leadership coach Christine Galano for a session on transforming feedback from a source of discomfort into a tool for growth. Learn how to give feedback that’s clear, respectful, and effective—and how to receive it with confidence. Christine shares two practical feedback models to help you reduce errors, strengthen collaboration, and build a healthier, more open culture within your lab or STEM team.
Understanding Generational Differences to Build Stronger Leaders and Teams
Today’s workplace spans more generations than ever before. In this session, John Little explores how leaders can navigate generational dynamics to build emotionally intelligent, collaborative teams. Walk away with practical coaching strategies, tools to reduce conflict, and a framework for fostering multigenerational trust.
Maximize the Moment: Extend the Impact and Reach of Your Science
Join Kimberly Wise, MPH, MA, as she shares actionable strategies to elevate your science through better communication. Learn how to turn key science communication moments into lasting visibility, stand out, and position yourself as a thought leader — whether you’re publishing, presenting, or speaking at a conference.
Living and Leading During Times of Uncertainty
Join journalist Elizabeth Weingarten for a thought-provoking session on how to navigate ambiguity, reframe doubt, and move forward even when the future feels unclear. Learn practical tools for carrying life’s big questions, building momentum through transition, and embracing uncertainty as a source of growth and strength.