The 2023 InvestmentNews Women’s Summit is one of the most anticipated investment events of the year. As the premier conference for female financial advisors, it provides an opportunity for networking, education and inspiration. This year, the summit will be hosted by Flagstar Bank Corp in California. With an impressive lineup of speakers and sessions, it is sure to empower women to advance their careers and shape the future of financial advice.
Flagstar Bank Corp hosting 2023 InvestmentNews Women’s Summit in California
The 2023 InvestmentNews Women’s Summit will take place from October 25-27 at the Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Flagstar Bank Corp signed on as the host sponsor for the event, representing a major investment in promoting women leaders in finance.
Terranea Resort provides a luxurious oceanfront setting only minutes from Los Angeles. Attendees will experience world-class accommodations, dining, golf and spa amenities. The three-day agenda includes keynote talks, breakout sessions, networking events and awards.
Past summits have drawn around 600 female financial advisors and industry professionals. They come to gain insights into developing successful practices while advancing gender diversity. Having a top-tier host sponsor like Flagstar demonstrates the growing prominence of women in financial advice.
The summit theme is ‘Focus to Flourish,’ emphasizing clarity of purpose. Esteemed business leaders will share strategies for success. There are also specialized tracks for next-gen advisors and diversity and inclusion. Attendees gain tools for reaching full potential while lifting up other women in finance.
Impressive speaker lineup including prominent women in business
The speaker roster for the 2023 InvestmentNews Women’s Summit features acclaimed female executives and experts. Confirmed keynote speakers so far include:
– Sallie Krawcheck, CEO and co-founder of Ellevest, a digital financial advisor for women
– Betty Liu, founder and CEO of Radiate Inc., business journalist and author
– Reshma Saujani, founder of Girls Who Code, Marshall Plan for Moms and author
These influential speakers will share lessons from their own career journeys. There will be motivating discussions on topics like values-based leadership, marketing effectively and developing executive presence.
In addition, there will be prominent financial advisors offering insights on building and growing a successful practice. Speakers will dive into areas like specializing your services, leveraging social media and bringing on new clients.
The diverse lineup of voices includes leaders across industries. Attendees will gain wider perspectives on advancing as women in business and finance. There will be opportunities for thoughtful Q&A to dive deeper into issues impacting women.
Agenda filled with networking, awards and learning opportunities
The three-day 2023 InvestmentNews Women’s Summit agenda provides a packed schedule of learning, networking and inspiration.
Each morning features a keynote session with remarks from finance industry luminaries. Previous keynote speakers have included tennis champion Venus Williams and former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi.
Breakout discussions on Wednesday and Thursday offer tailored insights on practice management, marketing, leadership and more. Experts will provide strategies and tools for tackling the most pressing topics in financial advice.
There are also exclusive opportunities for peer-to-peer learning. Birds-of-a-Feather tables facilitate small-group discussion while connecting advisors across the country.
In addition to knowledge sharing, the summit facilitates meaningful networking. Wednesday’s Ignite evening reception allows for connecting with fellow attendees. The Inclusion Networking Lounge offers space for underrepresented advisors to meet and exchange ideas.
The summit concludes Thursday with an awards presentation honoring standout female financial advisors. The 2022 Woman of the Year was Patricia Jo Boyd of Synovus Family Office.
With world-class speakers, focused learning and robust networking, the 2023 InvestmentNews Women’s Summit promises to inspire and equip women to succeed.
California location provides inspiring West Coast backdrop
The 2023 InvestmentNews Women’s Summit will mark the first time this premier event is hosted on the West Coast. The location at Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes, California provides a beautiful oceanfront setting just south of Los Angeles.
California is a fitting location given the state’s trailblazing role for women. It was one of the first states to grant women suffrage in 1911. Today, some of the most prominent female politicians and business leaders hail from California.
The temperate October climate will welcome attendees from across the country. They will experience the best of the golden state during their stay.
Terranea Resort offers panoramic Pacific views along the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Attendees can enjoy onsite spa treatments, golf, shopping and eight distinct dining options. Nearby beach towns like Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach are also accessible for exploring.
The summit coincides with the peak of whale migration season, when attendees may spot whales offshore. Hiking trails along the peninsula cliffs provide stunning ocean vistas.
California’s culture of innovation and forward-thinking aligns perfectly with the summit’s mission to advance women. Attendees will surely leave feeling inspired to achieve greatness.
The 2023 InvestmentNews Women’s Summit at Terranea Resort in California will empower female financial advisors with knowledge, connections and inspiration to accelerate their careers. Flagstar’s support spotlights the necessity of women’s leadership in finance.