Brooke Shields to Inspire at the 2025 Simmons Leadership Conference
Brooke Shields to Headline the 2025 Simmons Leadership Conference
The anticipation is building for the Simmons Leadership Conference 2025 (SLC2025), as it has been announced that actress and advocate Brooke Shields will be the keynote speaker at this vibrant event. Scheduled to take place on March 20, 2025, in Boston and virtually, SLC2025 will feature the inspiring theme "Leading Change." This year, attendees can expect to be challenged, inspired, and equipped to enact meaningful change in their personal and professional lives.
Brooke Shields, known not only for her iconic role as a child star but also for her ongoing efforts to advocate for women's empowerment, will engage the audience in a fireside chat titled "Leading Change at Every Age." Drawing from her unique experiences, Shields will reflect on the significant cultural shifts she has witnessed throughout her career, emphasizing the importance of circumventing age-related stereotypes and asserting command over one's narrative, regardless of age. At 59, she is a powerful voice encouraging others to seize their narrative with confidence and conviction.
The Simmons Leadership Conference is recognized for assembling a variety of influential speakers across various sectors, and this year's lineup certainly does not disappoint. Noteworthy among them is Cynthia "Cynt" Marshall, the first Black female CEO in NBA history, who will present a keynote address entitled "You've Been Chosen: Thriving Through the Unexpected.” In her session, she will share her remarkable story of resilience in face of adversity, highlighting her personal battle with cancer and her efforts to cultivate a culture of inclusivity within the Dallas Mavericks. Her narrative offers invaluable lessons on transforming challenges into personal growth and organizational success.
Further enriching the conference, Susan MacKenty Brady, the CEO of the Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership, will present insights through her keynote, "Lead from Your Best: Unlock Trust, Talent, and Transformational Results." This session will introduce attendees to the "Best Self Approach" to leadership — a proactive model that fosters inclusivity, enhances influence, and drives results with a strong foundation of accountability and respect.
SLC2025 will also spotlight emerging innovators and leading voices shaping the future of leadership. Jessica O. Matthews, CEO of Uncharted, will discuss "The AI Revolution at Work: Leading Change and Overcoming Fears in a Rapidly Evolving World,” while Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva, founder of The Reinvention Academy, will delve into sound strategies on "How to Lead in Turbulence Without Losing Your Mind." Additionally, Sophia Kianni, founder of Climate Cardinals, will bring attention to the importance of female representation in leadership through her talk titled, "Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers and Building Legacies."
Designed to engage women at all professional levels, this conference will tackle key issues such as embracing innovation, conquering fears, and fostering diversity within leadership roles. Attendees will be primed to walk away with not just practical strategies but also newfound confidence and motivation to champion change in their workplaces and communities.
With both in-person and virtual tickets available, the Simmons Leadership Conference is poised to be a significant event for professionals aspiring to elevate their leadership journeys. Registration for this transformative experience is now open at inclusiveleadership.com/conference. Don't miss the chance to connect with like-minded leaders and harness insights from some of the most dynamic speakers of our time.
About Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership
The Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership stands at the forefront of promoting inclusive leadership practices that inspire significant change. With a commitment to empowering individuals through their programs, research, and thought leadership, the Institute is dedicated to reshaping the leadership landscape across diverse industries.