The 2023 Massachusetts Conference for Women

Be Brave. Be Bold. Be Daring.
— December 14th —

The Massachusetts Conference for Women is back in 2023! 

Join us in person Thursday, December 14th at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center as we welcome an incredible lineup of speakers, friends, and longtime attendees. 

What to Expect

Full access to a day of programming that includes:

• Inspirational and cutting-edge program of keynote speakers
• Opportunity to choose from 10 breakout sessions across multiple tracks including leadership, career and personal development
• Morning Mentor Moments featuring panels with Conference board members and local community leaders to answer your most pressing career questions and share invaluable lessons
• Timely content and actionable skill-building sessions featuring experts on the Learning Burst Stage
• Structured and informal networking opportunities with peers and our sponsors
• Full access to the Interactive Hall featuring women-owned businesses and non-profits, lounge areas, wellness opportunities and fun activities to support your development at work and in life
• Robust career services including first come first serve 1:1 coaching sessions and resume reviews
• Complimentary boxed lunch and reserved seating for the keynote session

Plus, a BIG added bonus: 

Your ticket also gives you access to an all-day Virtual National Conference for Women celebrating Women’s History Month on March 14, 2024. This first-ever event will bring together tens of thousands of women from the Commonwealth and our sister conferences in Pennsylvania, Texas, and California. Details to come!

Ticket Prices

Confirmed Keynote Speakers:

Prime Minister, New Zealand (2017-2023); Senior Fellow, Harvard University; Special Envoy, Christchurch Call to Action; Board Member, The Earthshot Prize

Two-time Booker Prize-winning Author of over 50 books, including The Handmaid’s Tale

Artificial Intelligence Expert, Artist & Founder, Algorithmic Justice League

Emmy, Golden Globe & SAG award-winning Actress, Director, Producer

Opinion Section Host & Writer, The New York Times, podcast Host, First Person & former NPR Journalist

Editor-in-Chief, Vanity Fair

Confirmed Breakout Speakers:

Faculty Director of the Sanford C. Bernstein & Co. Center for Leadership and Ethics, Columbia University

SVP, Sterile Injectables & Biotech Operations, Pfizer

Career & Leadership Expert and Author, Next, Move, Best Move: Transitioning into a Career You’ll Love

Reporter, WCVB Channel 5

CMO, Plume

Chief Marketing Officer, The Boston Globe

Leadership & DEI Speaker, Coach, Consultant and Traine

Chief Commercial Officer & General Manager, USA, Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc.

Founding Executive Director & Strategic Advisor, Conferences for Women

US Head, DE&I, Takeda Pharmaceuticals

CEO, Fulp Diversity and Founding Board Member, MA Conference for Women

Author, Essential Labor

SVP & Global Practice Leader, Private Equity and Merger & Acquisitions, Liberty Mutual Insurance 

SVP, People & Culture – Global Specialty Care and North America, Sanofi

CEO, Lantheus

EVP & Chief Compliance Officer, State Street Corporation

Senior Vice President, North America Medical Affairs, the US businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

VP, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging, GoDaddy

Writer, Artist & best-selling Author, Saving Time: Discovering a Life Beyond the Clock

Co-founder, Peoplehood & Co-founder, SoulCycle

Creative Leadership expert and New York Times best-selling Author, Find Your Unicorn Space

Division President, Diagnostic Solutions, Hologic, Inc. 

7 Good Reasons to Attend This Year’s Conference

1. Gain perspective on your goals at a time when many women are rethinking their priorities and careers. 
2. Learn practical, actionable advice to help you navigate your career.
3. Broaden your network through ample opportunities to connect with peers and leaders from dozens of leading businesses across the region. 
4. Get expert answers during Q&A sessions with all breakout speakers.
5. Enjoy a bustling exhibit hall where you can meet women helping women from across our region – and support women-owned businesses.
6. Feel energized by the unique experience of being in the same room with thousands of other professional women.
7. Strengthen your team by attending with colleagues. Or just share the community spirit by coming with friends.

What Our Attendees Say

• This annual event continues to provide a much-needed year end boost to “Renew, Reset and Reconnect”! I came away from today’s event feeling “refreshed and revitalized” as well as with new tools and thought processes to use for a new year start!
  — Past Conference Attendee
• It was the most amazing conference I’ve ever attended. I learned so much from influential women that I look up to.
  — Past Conference Attendee
• I always feel more positive about the world, workplace and life after attending the Massachusetts Conference for Women.
  — Past Conference Attendee
• It was electrifying to be back in person with so many amazing women. Your speaker lineup was perfect and hit the right notes.
  — Past Conference Attendee
• The event motivated me to take action, on me! It allowed me to see a different perspective on my approach to career development and personal awareness. Something I didn’t realize was an area I should be prioritizing.
  — Past Conference Attendee
• Leaving the conference, I felt inspired to stand up for myself, use my voice, and to be confident in what I can bring to the table.
  — Past Conference Attendee
• This conference really inspired me to do more – to participate in more and be more present in my life.
  — Past Conference Attendee

Last Year’s Keynote Speakers:

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