2025 Women's Leadership Summit - Apartment Association of Greater Orlando

Thursday, March 6, 2025

9:15 AM - 4:00 PM (EST)

Orlando Marriott Lake Mary

1501 International Parkway Lake Mary, FL 32746-4708 United States

Category: Events

Inspiring Women, Cultivating Confidence, Creating Leaders

Step into a transformative journey designed to celebrate and empower the incredible women shaping the multifamily housing industry.

The 2025 Women’s Leadership Summit is your opportunity to connect, grow, and lead. Through dynamic sessions, inspiring keynote speakers, and meaningful networking opportunities, this event will ignite your passion, build your confidence, and elevate your leadership journey.

While this event is designed to celebrate and empower women in leadership, everyone is welcome to attend regardless of gender. Our goal is to create an environment of collaboration, support, and shared learning for all attendees.

Agenda

March 6
9:15 AM	Registration Opens Morning Coffee Break and Continental Breakfast Sponsored by: Career Strategies Inc.
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM	Market Reception Explore the Women's Summit Market Reception, where you can discover products and services offered by local businesses and entrepreneurs Sponsored by: Affinity Waste Solutions
10:30 AM	Program Begins
10:50 AM - 11:20 AM	Becoming HER Visualization Session Led by Melissa Bautista, Founder of Mela Vie
11:25 AM - 12:00 PM	Managing Your Success with C.H.A.O.S. Led by Tron Griffin, Associate Head Women's Basketball Coach of the University of Florida
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM	Brunch Buffet & Mimosa Bar Sponsored by: Carpets & Blinds Beautiful, Inc. and DMI Paving and Sealcoating
1:45 PM - 2:45 PM	The Crucial EQ Moment – It’s in the Pause® Led by Valerie Sargent,* President of Yvette Poole & Associates* Sponsored by: First Onsite
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Panel Session Moderated by: Valerie Sargent, President of Yvette Poole & Associates Panelists: Silvia Brown \| DMI Paving and Sealcoating Ty Jackson \| Affinity Waste Solutions Keri Walker Pfeifer\| Bozzuto Management Tracey Whitson \| Bell Partners Inc. Topics: -The Power of Authentic Leadership: Leading with Purpose and Vulnerability -Unleashing Potential: Strategies to Authentically Communicate Value as a Leader

Meet Our Speakers

Our Women's Leadership Summit brings together influential voices and industry experts to share insights, foster connections, and guide you on the path to leadership success.

Our Keynote Speaker:

Our Speakers:

Sessions:

Our engaging sessions aim to inspire, empower, and uplift women in the multi-family housing industry. Immerse yourself in thought-provoking discussions guided by influential leaders.

Keynote Session:

The Crucial EQ Moment – It’s in the Pause®

Lead by Valerie Sargent | Yvette Poole & Associates

Session One:	Session Two:
Becoming HER Visualization	Managing Your Success with C.H.A.O.S
With Mellissa Baustita \| Mela Vie	With Tron Griffin \| University of North Florida

Panel Discussion Topics:

The Power of Authentic Leadership: Leading with Purpose and Vulnerability	Unleasing Potential: Strategies to Authentically Communicate Value as a Leader
Moderator: Valerie Sargent	Panelists: Silvia Brown \| DMI Paving and Sealcoating Ty Jackson \| Affinity Waste Solutions Keri Walker Pfeifer\| Bozzuto Management Tracey Whitson \| Bell Partners Inc.

Meet Our Speakers

Women's Summit Market Reception:

Explore the Women's Summit Market Reception, where you can discover products and services offered by local businesses and entrepreneurs. This is an excellent opportunity to support and collaborate with women-led ventures while exploring new business opportunities!