Our virtual conference will be on July 17, 2025. Your registration includes two complimentary On-Demand courses that will be delivered following the conference to give you a full 8 hours of learning and CPE.
Stay tuned for the announcement date of our 2025 Power of Change luncheon, highlighting honorees and scholarship recipients, who have made an extraordinary impact on the profession and business community.
Lisa Berger
Founder & Chairwoman of the Board
Fortuna Bank
Marie Brilmyer, CPA, MAcc
Partner
Cohen & Co.
Ashley Hicks, Ph.D., IMFT-S
Clinical Associate Professor
The Ohio State University
& Founder & Owner, Our Lineage Our Legacy LLC
Erika Karl
CEO, BOOM Creative,
Founder, Rituelle Podcast
Rose Lounsbury
Simplicity Coach
Rose Lounsbury
Kendra Philon, CPA
Vice President
Meaden & Moore
Ilaria Rawlins
Founder, President & CEO
Fortuna Bank
Joanna Si
Associate Partner
McKinsey & Company
Virtual Agenda
Note: This agenda will continue to evolve as we move closer to the event date. Check back for updates.
Women in the Workplace 2024: The 10th-anniversary report
Joanna Si, Associate Partner, McKinsey & Co.
Join Joanna Si, Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company, as she leads a presentation on the 10th anniversary of the Women in the Workplace report, the largest study of women in corporate America. This year’s findings, based on data from 281 companies and 15,000 employees, reveal progress and setbacks in gender equity, particularly for women of color. While there have been gains in leadership, true parity is still decades away.
Panel: Empowered Women Empower Women – The Power of Change
Marie Brilmyer, CPA, MAcc, Partner, Cohen & Co
Kendra Philon, CPA, Vice President, Meaden & Moore
In this dynamic session, a diverse group of accomplished women will share how they've built meaningful connections, supported one another, and lifted each other to new heights in their careers. From mentorship to collaboration, hear firsthand stories of how empowerment creates a ripple effect that propels others forward. This session will highlight the transformative power of sharing knowledge, offering guidance, and championing each other’s success.
Fortuna Bank: Ohio’s First Women-Owned Bank
Lisa Berger, Founder & Chairwoman of the Board, Fortuna Bank
Ilaria Rawlins, Founder, President & CEO, Fortuna Bank
LUNCH
The Power of Connection: How Relationships Drive Personal and Professional Growth
Ashley Hicks, Ph.D., IMFT-S, Clinical Associate Professor, The Ohio State University & Founder & Owner, Our Lineage Our Legacy LLC
In this session, we’ll explore how meaningful relationships—both personal and professional—are essential for growth. Learn how building strong connections can enhance emotional well-being, boost career opportunities, and create a network of support. We’ll discuss practical strategies for nurturing authentic relationships, overcoming challenges, and leveraging these connections to unlock personal and professional success.
Simplicity at Work
Rose Lounsbury, Simplicity Coach, Rose Lounsbury
The ROI of Inner Peace: How Rituals Create a Wealthier Life
Erika Karl, CEO, BOOM Creative, Founder, Rituelle Podcast
We can help connect you and create brand awareness through our many sponsorship packages. For more information, email our B2B relationships team at [email protected] or call 614.764.2727, ext. 2222.
Why sponsor the Women, Wealth & Wellness or Power of Change?
This in-person event takes place on November 18, 2025, at Columbus State Community College as we recognize 12 women who are breaking barriers in the workplace and beyond, mentoring future leaders and advocating for women’s initiatives.
2025 Nominations
The Power of Change award salutes individuals who are advocates for women’s initiatives in the workplace and business community, serve as mentors or role models, make a significant impact on their communities and break barriers for other women.
Coming Soon...
Marie Brilmyer, CPA, MAcc
Partner
Cohen & Company
Darci Congrove, CPA
Managing Director
GBQ
Alisha Durham
Associate Director
Upward Bound
Anne Farrell, CPA, inactive
PwC Professor & Department Chair
Miami University
Kim Floriani, CPA
SVP, Controller & Chief Accounting Officer
Cleveland Cliffs
Emily Huggins, CPA, MBA
Supervisor
Packer Thomas
Tracey Holecek, CPA
Managing Partner, Shareholder
Kaiser Consulting
Angie Lewis, CPA
Partner
Crowe LLP
Dana Mountjoy, CPA
Partner
BMF
Kendra Philon, CPA
Vice President
Meaden & Moore
Robyn Pollina, CPA, inactive
CEO
Palmer Donavin
Melanie Prevost, CPA
Tax Partner
Plante Moran
We can help connect you and create brand awareness through our many sponsorship packages. For more information, email our B2B relationships team at [email protected] or call 614.764.2727, ext. 2222.
Why sponsor the Women, Wealth & Wellness or Power of Change?