Women in Leadership Symposium

• Morning and afternoon sessions with inspiring women leaders – attend what fits your schedule!
• Catered Buffet Luncheon
• Opportunities to Interact with Keynote Speakers and Table Facilitators

The 2024 WLS event will be held in the Heritage Conference Room at Webster Commons on the SNU Bethany Campus.  The SNU campus is located at: 6729 NW 39th Expressway, Bethany, Oklahoma 73008

If any questions, please email WLS@mail.snu.edu or call 405-717-6299

SNU 2024 Women in Leadership Symposium Agenda

Celebrating Women: Courageously Confident

Morning Session

Welcome

9-10am Meet and Greet Reception for Keynote Speakers
President’s Dining Room, Webster Commons

Check-in, Refreshments, Networking for Guests and Sponsors
Heritage Conference Room, Webster Commons

Session 1: Heritage Conference Room, Webster Commons

10am  Symposium Welcome: WLS 2024 Planning Committee Chairs
Dr. Loren McElroy, Program Director, Physical Therapist Assistant Program, School of Rehabilitation and Sports Sciences, Southern Nazarene University

Dr. Shawna Richardson, Dissertation Director, Graduate School of Education and Leadership, Southern Nazarene University

Announcements and Introductions: WLS 2024 Hosts
Dr. Shari Rodgers, Dissertation Director, Graduate School of Education and Leadership, Southern Nazarene University

Ms. Katy Bradley, Associate Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students, Southern Nazarene University

10:10am  Keynote Speaker #1     
Ms. Necie Black, Founder and Owner of Lyfe Smarts Coaching and Consulting

10:40am Table Discussions
Table discussions on Ms. Black’s presentation led by assigned Table Facilitators

10:45am Break and Networking

10:50am Keynote Speaker #2   
Dr. Delilah Joiner, Program Director of Family Studies & Gerontology, Southern Nazarene University

11:20am Table Discussions   
Table discussions on Dr. Joiner’s presentation led by assigned Table Facilitators

11:25am Panel Discussion: Hosts and Session 1 Keynote Speakers              Dr. Rodgers, Ms. Bradley, Ms. Black, and Dr. Joiner

Networking Luncheon: Heritage Conference Room and Webster Foyer
12pm Lunch Buffet for Speakers, Guests, and Sponsors

Afternoon Session

Session 2: Heritage Conference Room, Webster Commons

1pm Announcements and Introductions: WLS 2024 Hosts
Dr. Shari Rodgers, Dissertation Director, Graduate School of Education and Leadership, Southern Nazarene University

Ms. Katy Bradley, Associate Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students, Southern Nazarene University

1:10pm Keynote Speaker #3 Address       
Dr. Tina Floyd, Owner of the OKC Spark Softball Team

1:40pm Table Discussions    
Table discussions on Dr. Floyd’s presentation led by assigned Table Facilitators

1:45pm Break and Networking      

1:50pm Keynote Speaker #4 Address 
Ms. Wyjuana Montgomery, Entrepreneur, Writer, and Motivational Speaker

2:20pm Table Discussions 
Table discussions on Ms. Montgomery’s presentation led by assigned Table Facilitators

2:25pm Panel Discussion: Hosts and Session 2 Keynote Speakers 
Ms. Bradley, Dr. Rodgers, Dr. Floyd, and Ms. Montgomery

Closing

3pm Closing Remarks and Exit Survey
WLS Planning Committee and WLS Co-Hosts

Shared Stories! Shared Connections!

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2023 Keynote Speakers:

Sarah Shellenberger – Sarah Shellenberger is an Early Childhood teacher and an
Equine Sports Massage Therapist. She has written articles and devotionals about grief, her journey to motherhood, and life after loss.

Gayle Maxwell – Gayle Maxwell is the Director of Corporate Communications for the Oklahoma City Thunder where she is responsible for promoting the Thunder brand, executing media and public relations for off-court business and community engagement, driving consistent corporate messaging, and developing strategic communications. 

Ranya Forgotson – Ranya is the Director of Social Enterprise at the Homeless Alliance, where she oversees employment programs for people transitioning out of homelessness in our community.  Ranya is passionate about social entrepreneurship and the creativity of finding solutions to social problems through business.

Andrea Gomez – Ms. Andrea Gomez is a licensed alcohol, drug, and mental health counselor in vibrant Oklahoma City. With her own company, AXG Services Inc., Andrea has made a significant impact in the counseling community. Andrea specializes in mental health and substance abuse evaluations and provides invaluable counseling services in her private practice. Her commitment to inclusivity is evident as she collaborates with immigration attorneys, ensuring underserved clients can access the care they deserve. 

Donna Miller – Donna Miller, MBA, SHRM-SCP, CEO and Co-founder of Purse Power and Senior Director at Xyant Technology, has had more than 30 years of hands-on experience as an entrepreneur and executive in Fortune 500 companies. She is an award-winning talent management consultant and a formally trained executive coach.

Nikki Nice – Nikki Nice was elected Ward 7 Councilwoman in a November 6, 2018 runoff election becoming the tenth woman and second woman of color to serve at City Hall since the City incorporated in 1890. She was re-elected unopposed in February, 2021. Councilwoman Nice currently serves on the Judiciary Committee, Zoological Trust and Trails Advisory Board. 

• 2 Available Sponsorships! (1 for morning session and 1 for afternoon session)
• Recognized as an official partner for SNU WLS during the event
• Logo advertised on our WLS website as our Official Partner for the SNU WLS
• Slide with organizational logo on rotating screen during event
• Networking outreach table during luncheon
• Provide 2-3 minute “elevator speech” at the opening of the session the organization is sponsoring
• Recognition at our WLS Registration Check-in Table

• 4 Available Sponsorships!
• Recognized at all symposium food/refreshment stations with organization logo placards
• Logo advertised on our WLS website
• Slide with organizational logo on rotating screen during event
• Networking outreach table during luncheon
• Provide 2-3 minute “elevator speech” during the symposium at designated breaks or transitions

• Networking outreach table during luncheon
• Recognition on our event website with logo
• Slide with Organization Logo on rotation screen during event
• Provide 2-3 minute “elevator speech” during the luncheon period

• Networking outreach table during luncheon
• Recognition on our event website with organization’s name
• Slide with Organization Logo on rotation screen during event

• Recognition on our event website with organization’s name
• Slide with Organization Logo on rotation screen during event