Forté National Campus to Business Leadership Conference

When women of color have their voices heard, we all win. Diverse perspectives lead to brilliant solutions for everyone, from corporations to consumers to communities. Our team of professionals will help you prepare for the next step in your career - from maximizing mentorships to improving your critical thinking skills. Forté will help you shine during your job search and at work while embracing and leveraging your diverse skills and experiences.

This virtual symposium is being held in conjunction with the Forté National Campus to Business Leadership Conference. Undergraduate women who identify as Black, Latinx, and Native American are invited to attend the Candid Conversations symposium. To attend, you must complete the registration form.

AGENDA: THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2022

3 – 3:45 pm ET

Welcome and Keynote with PIMCO

Presented by: Vanessa Granados, Executive Vice President and Account Manager within Client Management, PIMCO

Welcome to the Forté Candid Conversations Symposium! Join this session to kick off the event and learn from inspiring women in business leadership.

3:45 – 4:30 pm ET

Real Talk Panel: Pursuing Your Passion

Women business leaders from sponsor organizations will discuss their unique career journeys. Panelists with diverse skills and experiences will share their stories, their wisdom, and their advice for future business leaders — like you!

4:45 – 5:30 pm ET

Keynote Workshop

Presented by: Jessica Guerrero, Global Head of Cloud GTM Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Google

5:45 – 6:30 pm ET

Real Talk Panel: Leading With Purpose

6:30 – 6:45 pm ET

Closing Remarks

GET SET FOR SUCCESS

Explore your personal brand, professional style, and executive presence.
Discover new ways to position your unique candidacy for the greatest career impact.
Dialogue with business professionals who will help you consider your career strategy.
Network with peers and connect with trailblazing women of color business leaders.

Registration is closed for 2022

“As I advance in my career and educational trajectory, I will take the initiative of establishing purposeful working relationships with executives to broaden my opportunities, be brave enough to provide my curious perspective, and commit myself to support other women in their professional, personal, and educational paths.”