The Bellevue Chamber’s 2025 Women’s Leadership Conference (WLC) is right around the corner. This event, scheduled for Tuesday, February 25, from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Meydenbauer Center, will focus on how women can “Invest in Yourself.”
A Day to Learn and Grow
The conference will explore different ways women can invest in themselves—financially, professionally, emotionally, and physically. Through inspiring panel discussions, expert advice, and networking opportunities, attendees will gain insights to help them improve their lives and communities.
Keynote Speaker: Chef Kristi Brown
Renowned Seattle chef and business owner, Chef Kristi Brown, will be the keynote speaker. She owns the popular restaurant COMMUNION and has spent nearly 30 years in the culinary industry. Her motto, “Everybody’s Gotta Eat!” reflects her belief that food can build stronger communities.
Panel Discussions with Industry Experts
The conference will feature three main discussions, each focusing on a different way to invest in yourself:
Session 1: Investing in Your Finances
Speakers:
- Lauren Anderson (JP Morgan Chase)
- Cynthia Hwang (JP Morgan Chase)
- Katie Ludwick (Ludwick Law Group)
- Tonita Webb (Verity Credit Union)
- Jamie Gardner (Sweeney Conrad)
This session will cover important financial topics, including savings, planning for major life events, and securing your future.
Session 2: Investing in Your Health
Speakers:
- Dr. Eileen Consorti (Overlake Cancer Center)
- Dr. Holly Harris (Fred Hutch Cancer Center)
- Dr. Heather Greenlee (Fred Hutch Cancer Center)
- Jamie Phillips (Seattle Children’s)
- Sommer Kleweno Walley (Harborview Medical Center)
Staying healthy is essential, and this panel will discuss diet, exercise, mental health, and lifestyle habits that promote long-term wellness.
Session 3: Investing in Your Relationships
Speakers:
- Tanji Johnson Bridgeman (Bridgeman Health Solutions)
- Stella Guo (Microsoft)
- Andi Smith (Ballmer Group)
- Beth Knox (Seattle Sports Commission)
- Annette Rubin (HydroPeptide)
This discussion will highlight the importance of building strong personal and professional relationships to create a happier, more successful life.
New Addition: The WLC Resource Fair
This year, attendees can visit the WLC Resource Fair, where they can connect with local professionals and get practical tools to apply what they’ve learned. The fair will be open during registration, networking, lunch, and the Happy Hour segment at the end of the event. More details on vendors will be announced soon!
To register and learn more, visit the Bellevue Chamber’s website.
