Women in Leadership 2025 Conference

Join us for:

  • Keynotes from President Adela de la Torre and Haley Sacks “Mrs. Dow Jones”
  • “The 5 Year Plan” panel featuring SDSU Alumnae 
  • Free headshots 
  • Exciting raffles prizes - Disneyland Tickets, San Diego Zoo Tickets and more!
  • Gifts from Rare Beauty and Dr. Bronners for the first 500 attendees
  • Afternoon Break and Networking reception with delicious food

Best of all, thanks to the generosity of our donors and supporters, the Women in Leadership conference is FREE!

RSVP Now!

"What will you be?"

with Keynote Speaker Haley Sacks, aka Mrs Dow Jones
Tuesday, April 15th from 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Montezuma Hall

This year's conference theme is “What will you be?” We hope that you’ll be inspired to meet every moment, every challenge, every opportunity with a leadership mindset. Be motivated, be authentic, be reflective, be curious, be bold, be you!

Haley Sacks
Keynote Speaker

Haley Sacks, aka Mrs Dow Jones

Guest Keynote Speaker, Haley Sacks, aka Mrs Dow Jones. One of the first financial influencers, she has helped countless people take control of their finances in a fun and empowering way! A young founder and CEO, she is a terrific role model for our Women in Leadership community. She’ll talk about how she found success in the financial services industry while offering practical tips to help get started on the right financial path. 
5 Year Plan Panelists

"The Five Year Plan" Panel

"Where do you see yourself in five years?" This question often pops up in job interviews as a way to assess a candidate’s goals and ambitions. Join us for "The Five Year Plan" panel to gain invaluable insights from accomplished women from various points in their careers. This panel discussion delves into the critical transitions of early career development, to equip attendees for success. Panelists will share their experiences with striving for work-life balance, navigating power dynamics, and negotiating and understanding compensation packages. Participants will learn firsthand how successful alumnae have navigated career changes, leveraged mentorship for professional growth, and cultivated resilience through their experiences.

Moderator
Lauren Garner - VP of Demand Generation - Ascent Funding (SDSU Marketing Alumnae)
 
Panelists
Michelle Kuraoka - Assistant Manager of Education Operations - Rare Beauty ('21, Marketing)
Priscilla Luckhurst - Financial Advisor - Edward Jones  (MBA, USD)
Shalmali Kulkarni - Lead Wealth Advisor - Pathview Wealth Advisors ('18, Finance)
Summer Schriner - Account Supervisor - Havas Edge ('16, Marketing)

Are you interested in getting more involved? We’re looking for volunteers to help make this event a success! If you’d like to lend a hand, please do so on the RSVP form.

Our thanks to these generous donors:

Osinski Family Foundation
Capdevilla Gillespie Foundation
Rare Beauty
Dr. Bronners
Sally Jeffers Richards '94
Notable Capital

Women in Leadership Conference 2025 Sponsors