Ellevate Women's Leadership Summit 2023

Monday, Mar 13, 2023 at 12:00 PM to Wednesday, Mar 15, 2023 at 2:00 PM PDT

221 N Rampart Blvd, Las Vegas , Nevada, 89145, United States

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Monday, Mar 13, 2023 at 12:00 PM to Wednesday, Mar 15, 2023 at 2:00 PM PDT

JW Marriott Las Vegas, 221 N Rampart Blvd, Las Vegas , Nevada, 89145, United States.

 

WLS Attendees

Current and aspiring female leaders both within and outside the insurance industry find this a valuable program that fosters personal growth, leadership and self-awareness. This is indeed a very special sisterhood, and the objective is that everyone returns home with a deeper sense of self, and tools to unleash their own unique magic.

It’s a unique conference that attracts a diverse group of women who work with insurance carriers, general agencies, administrators, technologists, and various products geared for female success.

Join us in Ellevating Women in our industry!

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Ellevate Foundation

The Ellevate Foundation is a new educational non-profit founded by the CAHIP (formerly CAHU) members who introduced the Women’s Leadership Summit. Now that we’ve successfully hosted two WLS events, the team has formed this separate and independent, but forever connected, foundation for the purpose of elevating women by providing tools and resources to grow personally and professionally. Specifically, WLS will provide funding toward the foundation’s mission to provide financial support for women new to our field with grants to attend industry events and advance their professional development. Ellevate Foundation has worked closely with CAHIP’s leadership to ensure a smooth transition of the hosting responsibilities for this event beginning with 2023’s Women’s Leadership Summit, and values CAHIP’s ongoing support and collaboration. https://www.ellevatefoundation.org/

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Jennifer Berman
CEO
MZQ Consulting

About Jennifer Berman

CEO
MZQ Consulting
Erica Brown
Owner
Dylan Star Clothing Boutique

https://www.dylanstar.com/

About Erica Brown

Owner
Dylan Star Clothing Boutique
Karyn Buxman
CEO, Founder
HighPerformanceHumor.com

About Karyn Buxman

CEO, Founder
HighPerformanceHumor.com
Susan Combs
President
Combs & Company, LLC

Susan L Combs began her entrepreneurial journey in 2005 when she formed Combs & Company at 26 years old. In the intervening years, Susan and her team have become a nationwide go-to resource for companies that don’t fit insurance carriers’ typical profiles, such as entertainment, food, and international companies setting up U.S. operations. Susan works diligently to stay current with the myriad of changes in the insurance industry, earning multiple certifications including the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) certification. Her expertise in the complex area of health insurance has established Susan as a highly sought-after expert witness, advisor, and speaker on the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Susan serves on the Advisory Board for the University of Missouri Law School Veterans Clinic and is a current Trustee for the University of Missouri Jefferson Club, both based in Columbia, MO. She is the youngest ever National President (2014-2015) of Women in Insurance & Financial Services (WIFS), which was established in 1936. Susan has earned numerous accolades throughout her career. Some highlights include: 2011: Graduate Of the Last Decade (G.O.L.D) Award from the University of Missouri; 2017: first female Broker of the Year (BOY) Award winner from BenefitsPro Magazine and named Woman of the Year by Women in Insurance & Financial Services. Susan published her first book in 2022, Pancakes For Roger: A Mentorship Guide for Slaying Dragons. The book explores lessons learned from the many mentors throughout her life. Susan dedicated the book to her late father, Maj. Gen. Roger E. Combs, her very first mentor, and a portion of all proceeds go to the Missouri Law School Veterans Clinic. Susan grew up in King City, MO, a farming community of about 1,000 residents in the northwest corner of the state, with her mom (also an entrepreneur), dad (also a county judge), and her two older brothers. She's a HUGE fan of the KC Chiefs (2x Super Bowl champs), KC Royals (2x World Series champs), and Mizzou Tigers. She lives in the Queens borough of NYC with her amazing husband, Sean, and their two furry kids, Pepper and Roxy. Susan is also an avid CrossFit and Strongman athlete.

About Susan Combs

President
Combs & Company, LLC
Sandra Gebhardt
Online Marketing Strategist
Sandra Gebhardt Marketing

About Sandra Gebhardt

Online Marketing Strategist
Sandra Gebhardt Marketing
Kelly Gorman
Regional Vice President of Sales
Homestead Smart Health Plans

About Kelly Gorman

Regional Vice President of Sales
Homestead Smart Health Plans
Lisa Hutcherson
CEO & Founder
DARLIS, LLC

Lisa Hutcherson is the CEO & Founder of DARLIS, LLC. Prior to her current role, she has spent the last 28 years growing and developing winning teams across the US in financial services, voluntary benefits, retail, and other dynamic sales organizations. Lisa has served on many executive committees including health underwriting, business, community development and ministry. Blazing a trail to change mindsets, stereo types, and limited thinking regarding women in leadership, business and Evangelical circles she has led with intentionality to create bridges of reconciliation concerning race and culture. People know her as the “Velvet Brick”, due to her soft yet effective way of making a difference and impacting lives. Lisa is a John Maxwell certified speaker, coach and trainer. She lives her life on purpose and intentionally seeks out opportunities to serve and add value to others. Lisa enjoys hot yoga, meditation, traveling and visiting her favorite client the S.P.A agency (spa). In addition, she loves leading worship, reading, writing short stories and poetry. Today she is an author that has contributed to California Broker Magazine and Benefit Pro Magazine. Today she is in the end zone of writing her first book and training manual on how she has climbed, broken through, and thrived amongst the walls that have been presented in her life both personally and in business. Most of all, how you too can overcome the walls in your life.

About Lisa Hutcherson

CEO & Founder
DARLIS, LLC
Cori Moyes
Owner
StarHawk Consulting

About Cori Moyes

Owner
StarHawk Consulting
Becky Patel
CEO
Amwins Connect

About Becky Patel

CEO
Amwins Connect
Naama Pozniak
Founder/CEO
A+ Insurance Services

About Naama Pozniak

Founder/CEO
A+ Insurance Services
Irma Romero
Director
Quick Learning School

About Irma Romero

Director
Quick Learning School
Heather Siems
Employee Benefits Specialist
Morrison Insurance Services

About Heather Siems

Employee Benefits Specialist
Morrison Insurance Services
Breanne Swenson
Owner
Soul Element Retreats

Breanne Swenson is certified in Reiki, Sound Healing, Yin Yoga and outdoor wilderness survival. As a Wellness Retreat Leader and Intuitive Energy Guide, she is Based in Southern California, hosting retreats annually in places like Zion National Park, Sequoia National Park and more. Her private offerings include Home Energy Activation, a guided ritual of clearing stagnant energy to invite in high vibrations. Along with offering Group or Private Reiki and Sound Bath experiences. Nothing lights her soul on fire more than seeing someone breaking down barriers, one step at a time. She found her passions for wellness and energy healing through the study of Yoga and exploring Mother Earth. To her Yoga is more than a physical practice; it is a state of being and a way of living in the present moment. She utilizes her love for the outdoors as a tool for healing, inspiring and expanding personal limits. With an understanding for energy vibrations through the different wellness modalities Breanne guides women, from all phases of life, on the journey of true transformation through activating the highest frequency of their Divine power and purpose. More can be found on her website www.abreezyjourney.com and www.soulelementretreats.com and follow her on IG @a.breezy.journey

https://www.soulelementretreats.com/

About Breanne Swenson

Owner
Soul Element Retreats
Cora Tellez
CEO
Sterling Administration

About Cora Tellez

CEO
Sterling Administration
Jessica Word
CEO
Word & Brown General Agency

About Jessica Word

CEO
Word & Brown General Agency

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Sessions on Mar 13, 2023

02:00 PM

Registration & Marketplace Open

02:00 PM - 03:45 PMCascade

Sponsors

Bubbles Wall

02:00 PM - 03:45 PMCascade

Sponsors

03:00 PM

Wellevate Session - Planting a Dream Ceremony

03:00 PM - 03:45 PMCascade
    Naama Pozniak
    Founder/CEOA+ Insurance Services
    04:00 PM

    Opening & Welcome Address

    04:00 PM - 04:15 PMMarquis
      Lisa Hutcherson
      CEO & FounderDARLIS, LLC
      Lisa Hutcherson is the CEO & Founder of DARLIS, LLC. Prior to her current role, she has spent the last 28 years growing and developing winning teams across the US in financial services, voluntary benefits, retail, and other dynamic sales organizations. Lisa has served on many executive committees including health underwriting, business, community development and ministry. Blazing a trail to change mindsets, stereo types, and limited thinking regarding women in leadership, business and Evangelical circles she has led with intentionality to create bridges of reconciliation concerning race and culture. People know her as the “Velvet Brick”, due to her soft yet effective way of making a difference and impacting lives. Lisa is a John Maxwell certified speaker, coach and trainer. She lives her life on purpose and intentionally seeks out opportunities to serve and add value to others. Lisa enjoys hot yoga, meditation, traveling and visiting her favorite client the S.P.A agency (spa). In addition, she loves leading worship, reading, writing short stories and poetry. Today she is an author that has contributed to California Broker Magazine and Benefit Pro Magazine. Today she is in the end zone of writing her first book and training manual on how she has climbed, broken through, and thrived amongst the walls that have been presented in her life both personally and in business. Most of all, how you too can overcome the walls in your life.
      04:15 PM

      Opening Keynote

      04:15 PM - 05:00 PMMarquis
        Becky Patel
        CEOAmwins Connect
        05:00 PM

        Welcome Reception & Raffle

        05:00 PM - 08:00 PMCascade

        Sponsors

        Wine Pull

        05:00 PM - 08:00 PMCascade

        Sponsors

        Sessions on Mar 14, 2023

        07:30 AM

        Coffee Station Available

        07:30 AM - 08:30 AMMarquis Foyer

        Sponsors

        08:30 AM

        Morning Welcome

        08:30 AM - 08:45 AMMarquis
          Lisa Hutcherson
          CEO & FounderDARLIS, LLC
          Lisa Hutcherson is the CEO & Founder of DARLIS, LLC. Prior to her current role, she has spent the last 28 years growing and developing winning teams across the US in financial services, voluntary benefits, retail, and other dynamic sales organizations. Lisa has served on many executive committees including health underwriting, business, community development and ministry. Blazing a trail to change mindsets, stereo types, and limited thinking regarding women in leadership, business and Evangelical circles she has led with intentionality to create bridges of reconciliation concerning race and culture. People know her as the “Velvet Brick”, due to her soft yet effective way of making a difference and impacting lives. Lisa is a John Maxwell certified speaker, coach and trainer. She lives her life on purpose and intentionally seeks out opportunities to serve and add value to others. Lisa enjoys hot yoga, meditation, traveling and visiting her favorite client the S.P.A agency (spa). In addition, she loves leading worship, reading, writing short stories and poetry. Today she is an author that has contributed to California Broker Magazine and Benefit Pro Magazine. Today she is in the end zone of writing her first book and training manual on how she has climbed, broken through, and thrived amongst the walls that have been presented in her life both personally and in business. Most of all, how you too can overcome the walls in your life.
          08:45 AM

          Workshop - Total Social Media Domination

          08:45 AM - 09:20 AMMarquis
            Sandra Gebhardt
            Online Marketing StrategistSandra Gebhardt Marketing
            09:25 AM

            Words of Wisdom (WoW)

            09:25 AM - 09:45 AMMarquis
              Jennifer Berman
              CEOMZQ Consulting

              Sponsors

              09:45 AM

              Special Guest Keynote - The ROI of LOL: Harnessing Humor for Influence and Success

              09:45 AM - 10:30 AMMarquis
                Karyn Buxman
                CEO, FounderHighPerformanceHumor.com
                10:30 AM

                Brunch & Bubbles

                10:30 AM - 11:45 AMValencia

                Sponsors

                11:45 AM

                Workshop - Dressing with Confidence

                11:45 AM - 12:20 PMMarquis
                  Erica Brown
                  OwnerDylan Star Clothing Boutique
                  12:25 PM

                  Words of Wisdom (WoW) - Key Components for Success

                  12:25 PM - 12:45 PMMarquis
                    Cora Tellez
                    CEOSterling Administration

                    Sponsors

                    12:45 PM

                    Recharge

                    12:45 PM - 03:00 PM
                    12:45 PM

                    Marketplace - Last chance

                    12:45 PM - 02:30 PMCascade

                    Sponsors

                    01:00 PM

                    Wellevate Session - Breathe

                    01:00 PM - 01:30 PMCascade Patio
                      Irma Romero
                      DirectorQuick Learning School
                      01:45 PM

                      Wellevate Session - The Power of Presence and Embodying Principles of Feminine Energy in Business

                      01:45 PM - 02:15 PMCascade Patio
                        Cori Moyes
                        OwnerStarHawk Consulting
                        02:00 PM

                        Afternoon Snack

                        02:00 PM - 03:00 PMCascade
                        03:00 PM

                        Workshop - Sound Healing

                        03:00 PM - 03:35 PMMarquis
                          Breanne Swenson
                          OwnerSoul Element Retreats
                          Breanne Swenson is certified in Reiki, Sound Healing, Yin Yoga and outdoor wilderness survival. As a Wellness Retreat Leader and Intuitive Energy Guide, she is Based in Southern California, hosting retreats annually in places like Zion National Park, Sequoia National Park and more. Her private offerings include Home Energy Activation, a guided ritual of clearing stagnant energy to invite in high vibrations. Along with offering Group or Private Reiki and Sound Bath experiences. Nothing lights her soul on fire more than seeing someone breaking down barriers, one step at a time. She found her passions for wellness and energy healing through the study of Yoga and exploring Mother Earth. To her Yoga is more than a physical practice; it is a state of being and a way of living in the present moment. She utilizes her love for the outdoors as a tool for healing, inspiring and expanding personal limits. With an understanding for energy vibrations through the different wellness modalities Breanne guides women, from all phases of life, on the journey of true transformation through activating the highest frequency of their Divine power and purpose. More can be found on her website www.abreezyjourney.com and www.soulelementretreats.com and follow her on IG @a.breezy.journey
                          03:40 PM

                          Words of Wisdom (WoW) - Sandwich Generation

                          03:40 PM - 04:00 PMMarquis
                            Kelly Gorman
                            Regional Vice President of SalesHomestead Smart Health Plans

                            Sponsors

                            04:00 PM

                            Fireside Chat - CEO Q&A

                            04:00 PM - 04:30 PMMarquis
                              Jessica Word
                              CEOWord & Brown General Agency
                              07:00 PM

                              Ladies Night

                              07:00 PM - 10:00 PMValencia

                              Sponsors

                              Sessions on Mar 15, 2023

                              08:00 AM

                              Breakfast

                              08:00 AM - 09:00 AMMarquis Foyer

                              Sponsors

                              09:00 AM

                              Good Morning!

                              09:00 AM - 09:15 AMMarquis
                                Lisa Hutcherson
                                CEO & FounderDARLIS, LLC
                                Lisa Hutcherson is the CEO & Founder of DARLIS, LLC. Prior to her current role, she has spent the last 28 years growing and developing winning teams across the US in financial services, voluntary benefits, retail, and other dynamic sales organizations. Lisa has served on many executive committees including health underwriting, business, community development and ministry. Blazing a trail to change mindsets, stereo types, and limited thinking regarding women in leadership, business and Evangelical circles she has led with intentionality to create bridges of reconciliation concerning race and culture. People know her as the “Velvet Brick”, due to her soft yet effective way of making a difference and impacting lives. Lisa is a John Maxwell certified speaker, coach and trainer. She lives her life on purpose and intentionally seeks out opportunities to serve and add value to others. Lisa enjoys hot yoga, meditation, traveling and visiting her favorite client the S.P.A agency (spa). In addition, she loves leading worship, reading, writing short stories and poetry. Today she is an author that has contributed to California Broker Magazine and Benefit Pro Magazine. Today she is in the end zone of writing her first book and training manual on how she has climbed, broken through, and thrived amongst the walls that have been presented in her life both personally and in business. Most of all, how you too can overcome the walls in your life.
                                09:20 AM

                                Words of Wisdom (WoW) - Gratitude, Resiliency, and Framing our Experiences

                                09:20 AM - 09:40 AMMarquis
                                  Heather Siems
                                  Employee Benefits SpecialistMorrison Insurance Services

                                  Sponsors

                                  09:45 AM

                                  Mars Squad Tribute

                                  09:45 AM - 10:05 AMMarquis
                                  10:10 AM

                                  Closing Keynote - Pancakes for Roger - The Syrup of Life

                                  10:10 AM - 10:55 AMMarquis
                                    Susan Combs
                                    PresidentCombs & Company, LLC
                                    Susan L Combs began her entrepreneurial journey in 2005 when she formed Combs & Company at 26 years old. In the intervening years, Susan and her team have become a nationwide go-to resource for companies that don’t fit insurance carriers’ typical profiles, such as entertainment, food, and international companies setting up U.S. operations. Susan works diligently to stay current with the myriad of changes in the insurance industry, earning multiple certifications including the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) certification. Her expertise in the complex area of health insurance has established Susan as a highly sought-after expert witness, advisor, and speaker on the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Susan serves on the Advisory Board for the University of Missouri Law School Veterans Clinic and is a current Trustee for the University of Missouri Jefferson Club, both based in Columbia, MO. She is the youngest ever National President (2014-2015) of Women in Insurance & Financial Services (WIFS), which was established in 1936. Susan has earned numerous accolades throughout her career. Some highlights include: 2011: Graduate Of the Last Decade (G.O.L.D) Award from the University of Missouri; 2017: first female Broker of the Year (BOY) Award winner from BenefitsPro Magazine and named Woman of the Year by Women in Insurance & Financial Services. Susan published her first book in 2022, Pancakes For Roger: A Mentorship Guide for Slaying Dragons. The book explores lessons learned from the many mentors throughout her life. Susan dedicated the book to her late father, Maj. Gen. Roger E. Combs, her very first mentor, and a portion of all proceeds go to the Missouri Law School Veterans Clinic. Susan grew up in King City, MO, a farming community of about 1,000 residents in the northwest corner of the state, with her mom (also an entrepreneur), dad (also a county judge), and her two older brothers. She's a HUGE fan of the KC Chiefs (2x Super Bowl champs), KC Royals (2x World Series champs), and Mizzou Tigers. She lives in the Queens borough of NYC with her amazing husband, Sean, and their two furry kids, Pepper and Roxy. Susan is also an avid CrossFit and Strongman athlete.
                                    11:00 AM

                                    Closing Remarks

                                    11:00 AM - 11:15 AMMarquis