Video recordings of the 2023 FORWARD: Time for Change symposium
As people across the nation are experiencing burnout and economic inflation, these concerns may be intensified for women juggling careers and other personal demands. This event highlights ways that women can reclaim control of their careers, finances, and well-being by committing to personal and collective practices that can enhance our work and lives. This year’s theme, “Time for Change,” reframes our relationships to time, money, and power in the quest for gender equity.
They keynote speaker was, Tiffany Dufu, author, speaker and catalyst-at-large for women's leadership.
9:30 – 10 am
Occasion and Opening Remarks
Andreá Williams, The Women’s Place, The Ohio State University
10 – 10:55 am
Panel 1: “Time to Lead: Gaining Influence, Allies, and Sponsors”
Mentorship is important. But you also need to make other connections to advance. Join this discussion about how to gain influence—even before you become a leader—as well as allies and sponsors who can support your trajectory.
Moderator: Kimberly Lowe-McCalla, Director for Strategic Collaborations and External Engagement, Office of Diversity and Inclusion, OSU
Panelists:
Dr. Jasmine Hu, Professor, Fisher College of Business, OSU
Dr. Ginny Baro, CEO and Founder of ExecutiveBound
Dr. David G. Smith and Dr. W. Brad Johnson, Workplace Allies
11 – 11:55 am
Panel 2: "Time is Money”
We’ve heard the saying “time is money,” which encourages us to value both our time and dollars. Learn more about how to make the most of both by leveraging your retirement, investing, and creating additional streams of income through a “side hustle” or passion project.
Moderator: Dr. Meta Brown, Associate Professor, Department of Economics, OSU
Panelists:
Dr. Laquore Meadows, CEO and Co-Founder of Invest2Give
James Jensen-Grace, CEO and Founder of Branding4Pride