Join the Speak Tank competition at WLC conference

Women Lead Change

Women Lead Change is hosting a new concept called Speak Tank at its 2023 Women Lead Change Conference: Cedar Rapids on April 4-5 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex.

According to a WLC news release, up-and-coming speakers can apply for one of six spots to host a 20-minute breakout session at the conference. A volunteer judging panel and conference attendees will rank each speaker’s presentation quality, content and presence. The winner will earn a speaking slot at a future Women Lead Change conference.

Applications are due Feb. 28 at wlcglobal.org/events/2023-cedar-rapids-conference on the Speaking Opportunity tab. Questions can be directed to Jade Ploessl at jade.ploessl@wlcglobal.org.

Keynote speakers during the conference include Khaliah O. Guillory, Daphne E. Jones, Carey Lohrenz and McKenna Sweazy. Conference tickets are $550/person and include access to the two-day in-person conference featuring seven keynote speakers, three breakout sessions, breakfast, lunch and peer-to-peer networking. Team tables of 10 are $5,250/table. To register, visit wlcglobal.org/events/2023-cedar-rapids-conference.