Presented by Debbie Allen, Debbie Allen International This results-driven workshop is designed to ignite future business growth. Break through barriers, clarify your vision, and build a clear strategy to grow with confidence. Elevate your business opportunities with impact and learn innovative marketing strategies to uplevel your success.

Presented by Kay Spears, Vitamin Sea Wellness Discover how stress impacts your hormones, why it can block weight loss, and how nutrition holds the key to lasting energy, health, and longevity.

Presented by Deborah Cours, Ph.D., California State University, Bakersfield Every high-performing team has a kind of magic: the spark that happens when diverse personalities combine their strengths toward a shared goal. But that magic doesn’t happen by accident. In this interactive session, we’ll explore how to “awaken team magic” and break conflict-causing hexes.

Presented by Kimiko Kobayashi, Beyond The Hurdles your story isn’t over. Discover how to transform pain into purpose and lead your life with confidence, compassion, and renewed strength.

Presented by Maria Bradfied, Coaching With Maria Unlock your potential with Maria in this interactive workshop. Identify and overcome limiting beliefs, gain tools to build confidence and clarity, and ignite lasting transformation. Whether you’re stuck or ready to grow, step boldly into limitless living and awaken the magic within.

Presented by Jumana Ghattas Daou

This empowering presentation is designed to help women take control of their financial future and approach retirement with clarity and confidence. Covering everything from building a personalized retirement plan to navigating income, healthcare, and life transitions, this session addresses the unique challenges women often face—while providing practical, actionable strategies to overcome them.

Presented By Tim Beck, MD, PhD, Endocrine Surgeon, Dignity Health Medical Group | Anila Chadha, MD, Family Medicine, Obesity Medicine, Dignity Health Medical Group | Suki Singh, MD, Endocrinology, Dignity Health Medical Group

Being a woman comes with many demands, and having the energy and resilience to meet them often starts with truly foundational hormonal health. This expert panel brings together Dr. Anila Chadha, Obesity Medicine Physician; Dr. Suki Singh, Endocrinologist/Diabetes Expert; and Dr. Tim Beck, Endocrine Surgeon to unpack the latest in women’s metabolic health. We’ll explore the transformative science behind incretin-based medications for weight management and diabetes, directly addressing the common concerns and misconceptions surrounding their impact on thyroid health and nodules. Gain critical insights into diagnosis, management, and surgical considerations for thyroid conditions, empowering you with the knowledge to make informed decisions, advocate for your well-being, and truly thrive beyond just the numbers on the scale.

Presented by Mary Reyes, Valley Strong Credit Union

Your voice is your most powerful business tool – are you using it to its full potential? In this interactive session, you’ll learn how to tailor your message to your audience, communicate with clarity and confidence, and harness the power of storytelling to create meaningful connections. Walk away with simple, practical tools to elevate your written and verbal communication and show up powerfully in every conversation.

Presented by T Johnson | Executive Director, Entrepreneurship & Workforce Development, Bakersfield College Launchpad |
Vanessa Hudson, Director of Business Lending VSCU | Heli Castaneda, Vice President & Business Access Advisor, US Bank | Lisedth G. Rodriguez, Small Business Loan Office I, Access Plus Capital

Learn what lenders look for and how to strategically position your business for financing and long-term growth. This panel will break down the core documents and key metrics you’ll be expected to provide—credit readiness, cash flow, financial statements, and a clear use of funds—so you can walk into any lending conversation prepared and confident.

Presented by Susie Vasquez, ETR

“Magic” becomes:
Overlooked funding streams
Undiscovered talent pools
Risk-mitigated hiring models
Talking Points
Workforce development as a competitive advantage
Turning public funding into private growth
Accessing nontraditional talent
Case study examples

Presented by Dr. Shweta Agarwal, Youthology

You don’t need to be perfect to be powerful. Learn how skin health, confidence, and performance are connected—and how optimizing skin health through science-backed care and regenerative aesthetics can elevate the way you show up and lead.