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  Unleash Your Power!

September 17-21, 2025
Dallas, Texas/Hybrid

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OUTCOMES

To stimulate innovative
solutions through personal
development and transformative capacity-building
To create informed leadership
practices based on lived experiences,
shared diverse perspectives and
cutting-edge research
To inspire collaboration
and collective community impact among diverse women
in leadership
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Conference Highlights

2024

Purpose 
To uplift, affirm, empower and celebrate diverse women in leadership
 
Overview

The Experience!--For Women in Leadership (formerly DREAM Women's Leadership Conference), is dedicated to amplify the voices of women leaders from diverse backgrounds, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation. Attendees will engage in dynamic discussions, gain invaluable insights, and build lasting networks that empower women to embrace and leverage their gifts and talents as leaders.​

 
Curated for  
Leadership Coaches
Executives/Directors
Emerging Leaders 
Teens (Ages 13-18)
Topics
  • Culturally Responsive Leadership
  • School District Leadership
  • Nonprofit Organization Leadership
  • School Board Leadership
  • Servant Leadership as an Elected Official
  • Success as an Ally Serving BIPOC
  • Lead with Diversity and Inclusion in Mind
  • Racial Healing Through Leadership Practices
  • Strategic Planning For Organizations
  • Mental Wellness for Women Leaders
  • Leveraging Your Gifts to Lead
  • The Power of Multi-Generational Connections
  • Leadership Through Self-Awareness
  • The Power of Collaborations and Partnerships
  • Transitioning to Founder/CEO
  • Networking with Joy and Purpose
  • The Power of Presence and Visual Branding
  • Confidence For Your Keynote Speaking
  • Community Leadership as an Elected Official
  • Menopause and Leadership Moves
  • Establishing Partnerships for Collective Impact
Why attend?
This conference is carefully curated for all women serving in leadership roles:  Emerging Leaders, Executives/Directors and Leadership Coaches.  Previously,  our targeted market was women in Education and Social Services, but we received an overwhelming response that the conference meets the needs of ALL women in leadership.  So, we welcome all women serving in leadership roles across various sectors.  We encourage a multi-generational and multi-cultural experience, including special sessions for teens!  We are confident this rebranded experience will empower every attendee and presenter to connect and collaborate for collective impact!  Let's unleash our power!
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​​​​​​​Who should attend?
  • Do you have the gift of inspiring others? 

  • Do you want to explore and experience the power of diverse women in leadership?

  • Are you looking for a space to connect with other leaders authentically? 

  • Are you uncertain about how to leverage your excellence?  

  • Are you suffering from imposter syndrome? 

  • Do you want to collaborate with other women and explore potential partnerships?  

  • Are you looking for an atmosphere with other positive women who are leaders in their community? 

  • Are you interested in becoming a corporate sponsor of an experience that supports women in leadership?

  • If you responded "yes" to any of those questions, we encourage you to join us!   You will not be disappointed!

What's offered?

  • 5 days of empowerment ​​("a la carte" registration available)​

  • Celebrate DREAM Leadership Award Honorees 

  • Connect with women leaders during interactive breakout focus sessions ​​

  • Network and collaborate with leaders in various sectors

  • Inspiring keynote speaker and featured speakers

  • Leadership Panel

  • Catered Meals (excluding virtual conference sessions)

  • Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities

  • Vendor Opportunities

  • Opportunities to explore partnerships and collaboration for collective impact

  • Teen Sessions 

  • Professional Development Certificate of Engagement​

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Multicultural Courage Circle®

Look forward to being enlightened by the lived experiences of diverse women in leadership, including:  leadership practices, inclusive decision-making, personal development and organizational development through culturally responsive leadership.

Leadership Panels

Panelists from various industries will share their leadership lessons, challenges and triumphs as a woman in leadership.  

 

Community Leadership Panel of Elected Officials

Are you interested in a path to public office?  Engage with our Community Leadership Panel to understand the journey of women as elected officials, including a Q & A.

 

Breakout Session Facilitators, Speakers and Presenters

Our esteemed presenters are carefully selected and offer an interactive experience for Emerging Leaders, Executives and Leadership Coaches. ​​​​​​​​​​​​

 


Highlights​

  • Hybrid Platform (in-person and virtual options)
  • Select the Ultimate Experience or choose experiences that work best for your schedule
  • Corporate Sponsorships Available
  • VIP Meet and Greet
  • Multicultural Courage Circle®
  • Leadership Panels
  • Engaging Breakout Sessions
  • Teen Sessions
  • Legacy Brunch/DREAM Leadership Awards
  • Vendor Booths (women-owned, under-utilized businesses encouraged to show up!)
  • Digital Conference Souvenir Book
  • And More!
 
We are seeking​
  • Corporate Sponsors
  • Volunteers
  • Vendors for Women in Leadership
  • Vendors for Teens

We encourage small, woman- and minority-owned businesses to submit as vendors.

 

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Leadership Award Honorees

Thana Hickman

Tara Robinson

Keri Pettis

Dr. A. Tamika Quick

Kelly Peaks Horner

Dr. Kendra Washington-Bass

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Schedule

Schedule-At-A-Glance
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Meet the Keynote Speaker

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Alisa Alexander

Alisa Alexander

Dr. Kendra Washington-Bass

Dr. Kendra Washington-Bass

Jenn Brown

Jenn Brown

LaSharyn Combs

LaSharyn Combs

Dr. Iman Ellis-Bowen

Dr. Iman Ellis-Bowen

Shaye Cunningham

Shaye Cunningham

Karen Cherry

Karen Cherry

Col. (Dr.) Patricia Thomas

Col. (Dr.) Patricia Thomas

Dana Cox

Dana Cox

Jessica Criner

Jessica Criner

Dynette Davis

Dynette Davis

Dr. Geraldine Davis

Dr. Geraldine Davis

Tanya Darnell-Davis

Tanya Darnell-Davis

Shymika Stephenson Davison

Shymika Stephenson Davison

Kimberly Y. Evans, JD/MBA

Kimberly Y. Evans, JD/MBA

Yvonne Eype

Yvonne Eype

Dr. Tania Farran

Dr. Tania Farran

Dr. Maria Flowers

Dr. Maria Flowers

Gabriella Guerra

Gabriella Guerra

Dr. Sabrina Hodge

Dr. Sabrina Hodge

Kelly Peaks Horner

Kelly Peaks Horner

Dr. Sharla Horton

Dr. Sharla Horton

Rhonda Hutchison

Rhonda Hutchison

Demetria Ivory

Demetria Ivory

Lia Khan

Lia Khan

Nia Khan

Nia Khan

Charli Lennon

Charli Lennon

Elizabeth Meigs

Elizabeth Meigs

Amanda Mullenax

Amanda Mullenax

Dr. Ashley Nazon

Dr. Ashley Nazon

Siji Olufunwa

Siji Olufunwa

Tyneka Pack

Tyneka Pack

Tara Paige

Tara Paige

Keri Pettis

Keri Pettis

Dr. LaJuan Hines-Rome

Dr. LaJuan Hines-Rome

Dr. Kimberly Riddick

Dr. Kimberly Riddick

LaFree Ryan

LaFree Ryan

Thai

Thai

Dr. Marta Torres

Dr. Marta Torres

Dr. Angel Turner

Dr. Angel Turner

Dr. Camille Valentine

Dr. Camille Valentine

Sandra Wheeler

Sandra Wheeler

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Registration Levels

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Multicultural Courage Circle
Authentic conversations on inclusive leadership and impactful solutions.

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Live Entertainment

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Vendor Showcase and Advertisements

Purchase Ad
We are offering an opportunity for organizations to showcase their products and services for women in leadership and business. Advertisements may be uploaded (8" X 11") or share your Canva link design the form submission.

Payments and pre-recorded commercials must be received by August 1, 2025.

The ULTIMATE Vendor Showcase (limited spaces available)--$499
Thursday, September 18, 2025 @ 1:15-2:30 PM CST
10 minute live showcase (present to 5-6 groups)
30-second pre-recorded commercial 
Vendor Booth
1, 2-page spread Advertisement

Vendor Booth--$299
Friday-Saturday, September 19, 2025 @ 7:30AM-4:00PM @ UNT Dallas
Full-page Advertisement

Full-Page Advertisement--$199
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1/2-Page Advertisement--$179
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DREAM Education Consulting seeks to educate, empower and impact schools, communities, organizations and government through leadership development, inclusive solutions, program development, youth and family support and empowerment.

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