2022 Women's Leadership Summit

The Women to Watch Awards presentation honoring women who exemplify leadership excellence in the field of accounting presented by FICPA President & CEO, Shelly Weir.

Barry C. Melancon, CPA, CGMA, President and CEO, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

Join AICPA President and CEO, Barry Melancon, as he explores the future of the profession, including future proofing the profession; federal regulatory issues; firm trends; talent pipelines and more.

Shelly Weir, President & CEO, Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA)

Cheryl McDuffie James, Managing Director & CEO, Business Imaging

Today is different than a year ago. Each year people, places, processes, and customers will change. As leaders how do we navigate the growing complexities in the workplace?
We will explore the following:
 -Decision-making 
-The Great Resignation 
-Customers 
-Remote Leadership

Laura K. Rossi, CPA/PFSS, CFP, Managing Director, Ernst & Young

While employees are leaving their employers in record numbers, the short-term and long-term personal and financial impacts of this decision should be considered from both sides.  Learn what you should take into consideration before you make your move.

John-Luke McCord, MA

Have you ever seen an elephant at a circus when they are not performing? Typically, you’ll find them tethered with a rope around one leg and the rope attached to a stake in the ground. The elephant could easily snap the rope or pull the stake out of the ground. These are the same powerful, majestic animals that you’ve seen on wildlife shows tearing out entire trees with their trunks! The secret behind this phenomenon lies in how elephants are trained. 
Objectives:
• Help you to identify beliefs you hold about yourself, the good, the bad, and especially the ugly as they relate to your leadership style. 
• Investigate the beliefs you hold about others and challenge you to understand them. 
• Learn how to be a keen observer of dysfunctional self-beliefs in employees and challenge others to adopt a more accurate reflection of themselves.

Sadaf Siddiqi, Psychotherapist and Consultant

The ability to respond - instead of react - to your emotions is a sign of high Emotional Intelligence (EQ), which is a well known predictor of career success. In this session, you will gain insight into your emotional triggers and learn tools to help you manage them in the moment. At the end, there will be an (optional) interactive portion where you can practice regulating your emotions with a partner. 

Sabby Hightower, Chief of Staff, Visiting Nurse Association

Those who understand the benefits of a healthy balanced life will be motivated to make positive changes. Employees' lives and the company's culture will be improved with a work-life balance. Learning the basics of work-life balance will also increase employee productivity, health, and morale.

Kate McClare, Copywriter, Kate's Copy

Social media has made us more approachable in informal business communications, but are we getting too casual? Learn how to refresh your business writing style so it’s friendly and relaxed but still shows you mean business.

Lena Combs
2021-22 Chair - Women in Leadership Committee

From networking reception and chair's program to dueling pianos and fireworks, what better way to wrap up your day at Disney?  Indulge in great food and drink, and outstanding company.  A special guest star or two may even make an appearance! 

(Additional fees apply: Adults $75, children under 12 $50.)

Closing Night Networking Dinner, Dueling Pianos, and Fireworks!

Adult Guest Ticket
From networking reception and chair's program to dueling pianos and fireworks, what better way to wrap up 4 great days of CPE?  Indulge in great food and drink, and outstanding company. A special guest star or two may even make an appearance!  Individual registration and group tables available.  

Closing Night Networking Dinner, Dueling Pianos, and Fireworks!

Adult Guest Ticket
From networking reception and chair's program to dueling pianos and fireworks, what better way to wrap up 4 great days of CPE?  Indulge in great food and drink, and outstanding company. A special guest star or two may even make an appearance!  Individual registration and group tables available.  

Closing Night Networking Dinner, Dueling Pianos, and Fireworks!

Child Guest (12 & Under)
From networking reception and chair's program to dueling pianos and fireworks, what better way to wrap up 4 great days of CPE?  Indulge in great food and drink, and outstanding company. A special guest star or two may even make an appearance!  Individual registration and group tables available.  

Closing Night Networking Dinner, Dueling Pianos, and Fireworks!

Child Guest (12 & Under)
From networking reception and chair's program to dueling pianos and fireworks, what better way to wrap up 4 great days of CPE?  Indulge in great food and drink, and outstanding company. A special guest star or two may even make an appearance!  Individual registration and group tables available.