The Financial Women’s Association of San Francisco
presents
 
"Leadership: The New Global Currency"
 
FWA's 50th Anniversary Symposium
Tuesday, April 25th, Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Register Now - Less Than 50 Tickets Remain

Register today for this very special luncheon and afternoon program on Tuesday, April 25, at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco, 5 Embarcadero Center. This educational and networking event will examine challenges facing the financial industry and its members. Two keynotes speeches and five breakout sessions will explore issues of leadership, technology, the global economy, an aging workforce, and changing work environments. Between the keynote presentations, participants will choose to attend two of five breakout sessions. Cocktails and networking follow the second keynote address.

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Keynote Speakers: 

Patricia C. Dunn, "Leadership, Learning and Life"
The former global chief executive of Barclays Global Investors, Ms. Dunn serves as the firm’s non-executive vice-chairman, addressing issues of corporate governance and providing expertise on strategic initiatives. She is non-executive chairman of board at Hewlett-Packard, serves on the Advisory Board of the Haas School of Business at the University of California at Berkeley, and is a director of Larkin Street Youth Services in San Francisco. Ms. Dunn was the FWA 2001 Financial Woman of the Year. 

Cari M. Dominguez, "Women: The Growing Global Capital"
Ms. Dominguez is the 12th Chairwoman of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). She draws her wealth of employment experience from a variety of settings—as a business owner, a consultant and a corporate executive. During her years with the U.S. Department of Labor, she launched the department's "Glass Ceiling Initiative," designed to remove invisible barriers from the workplace. Her corporate experience includes human resources positions with Bank America Corporation, including Director of Executive Programs. She received Bank America CEO's "Eagle Award," the highest corporate recognition for functional excellence.

Breakout Sessions

The Flexible Workplace: Great Escape or Smart Business?
In what ways do flexible workplace scenarios – including flexible hours, job sharing and telecommuting –confer competitive advantages and yet pose challenges to employers? What can we expect in the next decade for telecommuting and flexible work arrangements?

Speakers:

• Steve Dispensa, Chief Technology Officer, Positive Networks
• Patrick McLaurin, Director, Diversity & Multinational People Strategy, Booz Allen Hamilton
• Kara Helander, Vice President of the Western Region, Catalyst.

Moderator:  Ann Oglanian, Esq. Managing Director and Founder, Regulatory Management Group
 

Careering or Careening? Keep your Hands on the Wheel
No one can deny that the changes wrought over the past two decades have made career management more complex. This panel will explore how to manage one’s “career” in today’s complex world where people will work for multiple companies, have multiple careers, navigate changing work environments, redefine personal success, and consider new careers post-retirement.

Speakers:

• Andy Rich, Principal, Executive Dynamics Consulting Group
• Dr. Lisa Pieper, Consultant, Spencer Stuart
• Rebecca Macieira-Kaufmann, Executive Vice President, Wells Fargo Bank

Moderator: Maryanne Koschier, M.A., Leadership and Career Coach, Koschier & Associates


Is it a Man’s World? How Women Can Succeed in Traditionally Male Careers
With women entering many traditionally male careers, what are some of the key characteristics, skills or talents that enable them to compete and excel? Our speakers – women in two completely diverse professions – will share their insights on overcoming obstacles, defining clear objectives to accomplish your goals, risk taking, and structural barriers that can hinder success, such as a lack of mentors, collegial support, or professional networks

Speakers:

• Sandy Barbour, Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, University of California, Berkeley
• Beth Scanlan, CFP, Senior Vice President – Investments, Smith Barney

Moderator: Laura D. Belo, Vice President - Investments Advisory and Brokerage Services
 

The Emergence of the Tiger and the Dragon—Why India and China Are So Important
Venture capital is flowing into India and China despite what can be formidable structural barriers to foreign investment. Hear a panel of venture capitalists focused solely in India and China address why these countries are so hot and how they evaluate opportunities there.

Speakers:

• Rob Chandra, General Partner, Bessemer Venture Partners will speak on India
• Andrew Kau, Managing Director, Walden International Investment Group

Moderator: Greg Becker, Chief Operating Officer, SVB Silicon Valley Bank
 

Does the Future Face of Leadership Look Like Yours?
Attendees will walk away from this panel discussion with 1-2 ideas about how to bring strong leadership to their personal and professional lives. The panel will start with a “state of leadership” introduction covering the current thought of what qualities define a strong leader – including traits that have traditionally been considered “feminine” and “un-leadership-like” that are becoming more valued in the workplace.

Speakers:

• Evi Kahle, Organization Development Consultant and Executive Coach (former banker)
• Barbara Adachi, Principal and West Region Human Capital Practice Leader, Deloitte Consulting LLP
• Ann Akichika, Chief Operating Officer, International Growth Team, Artisan Partners

Moderator: Jan Cloyde, Executive Vice President, City National Bank

For any questions regarding the above program call (415) 586-8599 or email