2018 PA Conference for Women

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6abc is a proud sponsor for the 15th Annual Pennsylvania Conference for Women. The one-day event will take place Friday, October 12th 2018 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Over 12,000 are expected to attend this day of networking, inspiration, development and growth, featuring over 150 speakers. In addition to a standout lineup of keynote speakers, the Conference will feature breakout sessions led by experts in the fields of business, philanthropy, leadership, finance, media and professional development.

6abc Meteorologist Cecily Tynan, Action News Anchors Tamala Edwards, Sharrie Williams and Nydia Han will take part throughout the day-long, non-partisan conference focusing on women-centric issues.

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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

SERENA WILLIAMS exemplifies courage, beauty, power, and style, and has overcome insurmountable odds to win a record-breaking 23 career Grand Slams singles titles, and 14 Grand Slam double titles. Her remarkable tennis achievements combined with her off-court success in fashion and philanthropy, as well as her status as a strategic partner and investor, make her one of the most recognizable global icons in the world. Read her bio.

AMAL CLOONEY is a British human rights lawyer practicing at Doughty Street Chambers in London, where she specializes in international law and human rights. She is also a Visiting Professor at Columbia Law School, where she teaches human rights. Read her bio.

MAYSOON ZAYID is an actress, comedian, writer, and disability advocate. She is a graduate of, and a guest comedian in residence at, Arizona State University. Zayid is the co-founder and co-executive producer of the New York Arab American Comedy Festival and The Muslim Funny Fest. Read her bio.

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Comprised of two hospitals (our Regional Medical Center in Trenton and Capital Health Medical Center - Hopewell), our Hamilton outpatient facility, and various primary and specialty care practices across the region, Capital Health is a dynamic healthcare resource accredited by The Joint Commission.

A four-time Magnet-designated health system for nursing excellence, Capital Health serves as a Level II regional trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, regional perinatal center (including a Level III NICU), and emergency mental health screening center. We also offer the region's first and most experienced Pediatric Emergency Department and most recently, New Jersey's first Autism-Friendly Pediatric Emergency Department. Capital Health takes great pride in our innovative programs such as our Capital Institute for Neurosciences; nationally accredited Center for Comprehensive Breast Care; Center for Digestive Health; Marjorie G. Ernest Joint Replacement Center of Excellence; award-winning Cancer Center; and our Heart & Vascular Institute, which includes the region's first accredited Chest Pain Center.

Shannon Davis, a regional vice president for Target, sat down with Tamala Edwards to discuss ways to bring "joy" into the workplace and inspire workers.

Tamala Edwards sits down with Naomi Mulgrave, VP of Strategic Solutions with Prudential, who gives timely information about women and their finances. She also shares important inspiration about growing your career.

Tamala Edwards sits down with Jennifer MacMullen, a Senior Vice President with Beneficial Bank to talk about how to effectively navigate the conference and retain all the great adv

Sharrie Williams spoke with Dr. Lisa Allen from Capital Health about how to maintain and encourage balance for busy women with careers and kids.

Cecily Tynan speaks with Dr. Jessica Codjoe from Capital Health about real life tips on how busy working moms can manage work life and health and wellness.