Description: A number of companies are beginning to see purpose as a necessary ingredient to innovation. A sense of purpose, defined as a driving mission outside of simply making money, helps a company understand its customers, develop new ideas, and accelerate innovation. Research shows that organizations that demonstrate a higher purpose are in a better position to innovate and take control of their future. Presenters will look at the intersection of purpose and innovation and explore why women are wired to flourish in highly collaborative, purpose-driven work environments. This session includes lunch and is open to all meeting attendees free of charge. If you plan to attend, you must register in advance to obtain a ticket. Attendance is limited to 120 people.

Description: "Any number of disruptions can threaten one's career path - whether it's caused by volatility in an industry, changes in the market, business strategies, an acquisition, a layoff or personal situations such as child birth or a health crisis. This panel of successful women will share their experiences with disruption, how it affected their careers, how they managed through it, and what they learned from it. No job is 100% immune from career-altering situations. Even the most successful professionals must be prepared for, confront and adjust to changes that can impact their career. Attendees will hear from women who faced a range of career-altering situations and gain insight and ideas to keep your career where you want it."