Join us for the premier assembly of extraordinary women leaders for three days of inspiration, connection, and transformation at the Gaylord National Harbor. The SAVOY Women of Influence Conference brings together visionaries from corporate boardrooms, venture capital, entrepreneurship, government, and nonprofits to share insights, build meaningful relationships, and celebrate excellence.

Experience thought-provoking keynotes from trailblazers including Fawn Weaver, CEO of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, and WNBA champion and broadcaster Candace Parker. Witness two prestigious award ceremonies: the Pinnacle Awards honoring outstanding entrepreneurs and the Laureate Awards celebrating influential women who have transformed their fields.

This isn't just another conference—it's a catalyst for your next breakthrough, a community of allies for your journey, and a celebration of what women can achieve together. Secure your place among leaders who are reimagining what's possible.

HONOREES

SAVOY Laureate Award Honorees

The SAVOY Laureate Award recognizes exceptional leaders whose impact resonates throughout their industries and beyond. These distinguished honorees have not only mastered their domains—whether in corporate leadership, finance or sports—but have used their platforms to advocate for progress, mentor rising talent, and establish new benchmarks of excellence that continue to elevate their fields.

Candace Parker
Candace Parker
  • 2x Olympic Gold Medalist
Sharon Bowen
  • Chair of the New York Stock Exchange
SAVOY Pinnacle Award Honorees

The SAVOY Pinnacle Award recognizes entrepreneurs who represent the apex of business leadership and innovation. These distinguished honorees have not only created successful enterprises but have reimagined entire industries, demonstrated exceptional business acumen, and established legacies that inspire the next generation of business leaders to aim higher and dream bigger.

Jenell Ross
  • Bob Ross Auto Group
Erin M. Tolefree & Cara J. Hughes
Erin M. Tolefree & Cara J. Hughes
  • Baldwin Richardson Foods

Agenda

Thursday May 8, 2025

9:35AM - 10:15AM

The Importance of ‘You’ - Journey to Self
Potomac Ballroom
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Thursday May 8, 2025

10:30AM - 11:30AM

SESSION 1B: Mid-Level Executive - Navigating the Path to the C-Suite: Strategies for Accelerating Your Executive Career
Chesapeake Room 2
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Thursday May 8, 2025

11:45AM - 12:45PM

SESSION 2A: Your Money - Building Wealth Intentionally
Chesapeake Room 1
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Thursday May 8, 2025

3:00PM - 4:00PM

SESSION 3C: Women in Fashion & Beauty - Driving Innovation Across Fashion, Beauty, Sourcing, and Retail
Chesapeake Room 3

Thursday May 8, 2025

3:00PM - 4:00PM

SESSION 3D: Women In TV/Film - Trailblazers Behind the Screen
Chesapeake Room 4
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Thursday May 8, 2025

7:00PM - 9:00PM

DINNER CONVERSATION: Fawn Weaver's $1.1 Billion Whiskey Playbook
Potomac Ballroom
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Thursday May 8, 2025

8:00PM - 9:00PM

SAVOY 2025 Pinnacle Award Honorees
Potomac Ballroom
Jenell Ross
  • Bob Ross Auto Group
Erin M. Tolefree & Cara J. Hughes
Erin M. Tolefree & Cara J. Hughes
  • Baldwin Richardson Foods
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Friday May 9, 2025

9:35AM - 10:15AM

Leadership Starts with Intention - Sharon Bowen, Chair of the new york stock exchanGe (nyse) NYSE Chair Sharon Bowen
Potomac Ballroom
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Friday May 9, 2025

10:30AM - 11:30AM

SESSION 1B: Transform and Thrive - Empowering Your Personal Growth & Transformation
Chesapeake Room 2

Friday May 9, 2025

11:45AM - 12:45PM

SESSION 1D: YOUR MONEY - BUILDING WEALTH INTENTIONALLY
Chesapeake Room 4
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Friday May 9, 2025

11:45AM - 12:45PM

SESSION 2B: master class - Insight On Negotiating Your Executive Compensation Package
Chesapeake Room 2
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Friday May 9, 2025

1:00PM - 2:30PM

LUNCH CONVERSATION: Abby Phillips, Anchor Newsnight with Abby phillip, CNN
Potomac Ballroom

Friday May 9, 2025

3:00PM - 4:00PM

SESSION 3B: Achieve Greater Outcomes, Higher Income: Know Yourself, Grow Yourself, and Show Yourself
Chesapeake Room 2
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Friday May 9, 2025

3:00PM - 4:00PM

SESSION 3D: Women In Music - Moving to Their Own Beat
Chesapeake Hall 5
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Friday May 9, 2025

4:00PM - 6:00PM

BREAK
Potomac Ballroom

Friday May 9, 2025

6:00PM - 7:00PM

RECEPTION
Potomac Ballroom

Friday May 9, 2025

7:00PM - 9:00PM

DINNER CONVERSATION: Candace Parker
3x WNBA Champion,
2x Olympic Gold Medalist &
President of Basketball for Adidas

Potomac Ballroom
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Friday May 9, 2025

8:00PM - 9:00PM

SAVOY 2025 Laureate Award Honorees
Potomac Ballroom
Candace Parker
Candace Parker
  • 2x Olympic Gold Medalist
Sharon Bowen
  • Chair of the New York Stock Exchange
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Speakers

Dani Monroe

Founder,

Martha’s Vineyard CDO Summit

Daphne E. Jones

Chief Executive Officer,
The Board Curators

(Helping Professional Women Break Through Barriers)

David Albritton

Managing Director

Leadership Practice of CRA | Admired Leadership

Deidra Jackson

Chief External Affairs Officer

Ridgeline Advocacy Group

Deshauna Barber

Army Veteran, Former Miss USA & Founder of the Women Veterans For Change

Dr. Aisha Williams, Ph.D

Executive Coach & Founder

Tournant Group

Dr. Candace Steele Flippin

Founder

Global Career Advancement Institute

Dr. Ifeoma Ugonada MD MPH FACC FASE

Board Certified Physician

Inova Health

Dr. LaVerne Adams

ICF PCC Executive Coach

Total Life Consultancy LLC

Dr. Sara D. Collins

Medical Director

Flourish Research Bowie

Dr. Stephanie Durruthy, MD

Psychiatrist

Mindsupport LLC

Emily K. Graham

Global Chief Equity & Impact Officer

Omnicom Group

Sponsors

Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

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