The High-Achieving Woman: Establishing Your Leadership Presence
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Contents Agenda ......................................................................................................................... 3 Sponsors ..................................................................................................................... 4 Speaker Biographies .................................................................................................... 6 Panelist Biographies .................................................................................................... 7 Making an Impact: How Utah Women Are Showing Up, Speaking Out, and Creating Space for Change in Utah’s Communities — And Why It Matters .................................... 8 First Lady Abby Cox
Panel Notes ............................................................................................................... 10 “Humbitious.” Is That a Real Word? Yes, It Is, and Why You Need to Know It. ............. 12 Alison Flynn Gaffney, MHA, FACHE
From Success to Significance: Empower Yourself to Empower Others ................... 16 Chaitali Patel, MBA
University of Utah MBA Programs ............................................................................. 22 Upcoming Symposiums ............................................................................................. 23 Executive Education Online Offerings ....................................................................... 24 Event Vendor Spotlight .............................................................................................. 25
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Agenda • Introduction • Keynote from First Lady Abby Cox: Making an Impact: How Utah Women Are Showing Up, Speaking Out, and Creating Space for Change in Utah’s Communities — And Why It Matters • Q&A session with Abby Cox • Panel with: - Erin Trenbeath-Murray, MS | Panel Moderator - Crystal Maggelet, MBA - Nicole Mouskondis, MA - Jacki Zehner • Alison Flynn Gaffney, MHA, FACHE: “Humbitious.”Is That a Real Word? Yes, It Is, and Why You Need to Know It. • Q&A session with Alison Flynn Gaffney • Chaitali Patel, MBA: From Success to Significance: Empower Yourself to Empower Others • Q&A session with Chaitali Patel
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Enroll now: Women in Leadership Certificate $1,000 discount to the fall Women in Leadership cohort with code WLC1000. Valid until April 23, 2022. This certificate is designed for women who seek the skills to be effective leaders and any business leaders committed to helping women be successful in leadership roles. With an emphasis on communication and leadership development, you will transform your career through Utah’s Women in Leadership Certificate. You will walk away from this program with the expertise, credibility, and confidence needed to make the most out of your career and the careers of those you mentor and support. You will not just gain insights into better leading your organization; you will explore current research and discuss innovative, researchbacked solutions you can immediately implement. The Women in Leadership Certificate is designed to support women pursuing leadership development, but it is open to students of any gender identity and anyone who wants to become a better ally for women. Throughout the seven cohort-based classes, you will engage with your colleagues through a combination of lecture-based presentations and interactive discussions, all under the guidance of top faculty from the University of Utah David Eccles School of Business. You will expand your network with prominent business leaders and truly have an opportunity to engage, share ideas, and connect. Program Features • • • • •
Cohort-based program, providing networking opportunities with other business leaders Rigorous courses taught by women from The David Eccles School of Business faculty 360° assessment & pre-work and post-work Actionable items to implement immediately Seven in-person learning sessions
Classes Include: Leveraging Your Conflict Style and Being Assertive | Jennifer Cummings, Ph.D. Mindfulness and Interpersonal Effectiveness | Georgi Rausch, Ph.D. Charting Your Path to Strategic Leadership | Heidi Herrick, Ph.D. Power of Communication: Let’s Talk Negotiating | Katie Liljenquist, Ph.D. Developing Your Coaching Leadership Style | Jennifer Cummings, Ph.D. Finding Your Authentic Voice | Kathryn Cañas, Ph.D. Develop Your Executive Presence: Express Your Authentic Voice | Kathryn Cañas, Ph.D.
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Speakers First Lady Abby Cox Abby Palmer Cox became Utah’s first lady when her husband Spencer J. Cox was sworn in as governor on January 4, 2021. As Utah’s first lady, Abby hopes to inspire Utahns to break down barriers that separate people from treating one another as equals. She is an outspoken advocate for “getting proximate,” connecting through our differences, and combating the empathy crisis our country is facing. Abby’s initiative is called “Show Up,” and she uses her platform to convene, contribute to, and champion projects related to social and emotional learning, statewide service, foster care awareness, and sporting opportunities for children who live with physical or intellectual disabilities.
Chaitali Patel, MBA Chaitali Patel is Chief Impact Officer at 100 Women in Finance, a global association of women executives in asset management with 27 locations worldwide. Chaitali is a highly reputable social impact, finance, and fintech executive. Prior to joining 100 Women in Finance, she founded Evergood, an ESG, and sustainability consulting firm. In addition, she led the B2B finance arm of Foundation Group, a New York-based financial technology firm, as head of Catalyst Solutions. Her fifteen-plus years in the sector included extensive experience with business strategy, product management, bank operations, channel management, and financial reporting.
Alison Flynn Gaffney MHA, FACHE Alison Flynn Gaffney has been a healthcare industry leader for over three decades. Throughout her career, Alison has advocated for empowering female and diverse leaders. She is passionate about equity in the workplace. Alison Flynn Gaffney currently serves as the interim chief operating officer at University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics (UUHC) and executive director of University Hospital and is responsible for the UUHC Services Lines and System Planning. Previously, Alison was the executive director responsible for the UUHC Perioperative, Imaging, Lab, and Ancillary Services. Alison has been with the University of Utah Health since 2017.
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Panelists Panel will be led by Erin Trenbeath-Murray, vice president of Success in Education and Women Who Succeed. Erin Trenbeath-Murray, MS | Panel Moderator
Vice President at Success in Education Foundation and Women Who Succeed Erin Trenbeath-Murray is the Vice President for the Success in Education Foundation and Women Who Succeed. She is also the Executive Director of the Robert H. and Katharine B. Garff Foundation. The mission of Success in Education is to provide Utah students with a pathway to college or careers. Within the foundation, she launched a new initiative this year called Women Who Succeed, whose purpose is to provide opportunities for girls and young women to grow confidence.
Nicole Mouskondis, MA
Co-CEO of Nicholas & Company, Inc. Nicole Mouskondis currently serves as the Co-CEO of Nicholas & Company, Inc., a third-generation family-owned and operated broadline foodservice distribution company servicing customers in the Intermountain West. Nicole graduated from the University of Utah with a B.S. in Behavioral Science and Health and received a master’s degree in strategic communication and leadership (MASCL) from Seton Hall University.
Crystal Maggelet, MBA
CEO of FJ Management Inc. Crystal Call Maggelet is the CEO of FJ Management Inc., a diversified family business that includes wholly-owned subsidiaries: Maverik, a 360 c-store chain, and Big West Oil, a petroleum refinery. FJ Management also has a minority stake in Pilot Flying J. Other family businesses include TAB Bank, a community bank, and Crystal Inn, a small chain of hotels. In addition, she actively manages the family’s charitable giving through the FJM Impact Fund, which focuses mostly on education and scholarships.
Jacki Zehner
Founder of ShePlace Jacki Zehner describes herself as a financial feminist. The latest Global Gender Gap Report states it will take over 135 years to reach gender parity at the current rate of change, and for Jacki, that’s completely unacceptable. As the founder of ShePlace, she plans to bring decades of experience championing the advancement of women and girls under one umbrella. Jacki learned a lot about finance at Goldman Sachs, where she became the youngest woman and first female trader to make partner.
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MAKING AN IMPACT: How Utah Women Are Showing Up, Speaking Out, and Creating Space for Change in Utah’s Communities — And Why It Matters Abby Cox, Utah First Lady
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“I encourage women to step up. Don’t wait for somebody to ask you” Reese Witherspoon
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Panel Notes
Erin Trenbeath-Murray Panel Moderator
Nicole Mouskondis
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Crystal Maggelet
Jacki Zehner
“Think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness” Oprah Winfrey
“I figure if a girl wants to be a legend, she should go ahead and be one” Calamity Jane EXECUTIVE EDUCATION Women’s Symposium 11
“HUMBITIOUS.” Is That a Real Word? Yes, It Is, and Why You Need to Know It. Alison Flynn Gaffney, MHA, FACHE
Human First
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Destination: Humbitious
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“Ignore the glass ceiling and do your work. If you’re focusing on the glass ceiling, focusing on what you don’t have, focusing on the limitations, then you will be limited” Ava DuVernay
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“Don’t think about making women fit the world — think about making the world fit women” Reese Witherspoon
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FROM SUCCESS TO SIGNIFICANCE: Empower Yourself to Empower Others. Chaitali Patel, MBA
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Description: In this session, we discuss the importance of gender equity in business, finance, and global politics. The benefit of empowering women is catalyzing social change, economic growth, and scientific innovation. Session topics include the following: Tools to creating a successful career Framework for establishing your leadership presence in the community Practical steps to building your professional journey Importance of women in leadership - You are needed more than you think:
Designing your career journey What to consider
How to create a career map
Tools to establish your presence in the community
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“Having a mental snapshot of where you are, where you are going, and what you are moving toward is incredibly powerful” Sara Blakely, Founder and CEO, Spanx
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“If your actions create a legacy that inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, then, you are an excellent leader” Dolly Parton
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