REGISTRATION OPENS

Hosted by Cisco 
Hybrid work is here to stay, and smart companies are thinking about best practices for attracting, retaining, and optimizing their workforce. How does flexibility, the physical office, and technology all come into play? We’ll discuss how this new way of working can foster a more inclusive environment and address mental health and burnout. 
LaFawn Davis, Group Vice President, Environmental, Social and Governance, Indeed 
Francine Katsoudas, Executive Vice President, Chief People, Policy and Purpose Officer, Cisco 
Nickle LaMoreaux, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, IBM 
Colleen McCreary, Chief People, Places, and Publicity Officer, Credit Karma 
Moderator: Rachel Lobdell, Editorial Director, FORTUNE

CONCURRENT SESSION: THE GREAT HYBRID EXPERIMENT

Boards Track, hosted by Heidrick & Struggles 
Businesses are in the midst of tackling a host of challenges with new urgency, from increasing diversity and inclusion to battling the pandemic to serving the needs of new generations. How can directors ensure that companies are able to meet the moment and become more equitable and purpose-driven? 
Edith Cooper, Co-founder, Medley; Director, Amazon, PepsiCo 
Bonnie Gwin, Vice Chairman and Co-managing Partner, Global CEO and Board of Directors Practice, Heidrick & Struggles; Board Member, Georgetown University, Cleveland Clinic Hospital 
Glenda McNeal, President, Enterprise Strategic Partnerships, American Express; Director, Nordstrom, RLJ Lodging Trust 
Jennifer Morgan, Senior Managing Director; Global Head, Portfolio Transformation and Talent, Blackstone; Director, Bumble; Director, UKG 
Moderator: Kristen Bellstrom, Executive Editor, FORTUNE; Co-chair, Fortune MPW Summit

Boards Track, hosted by Heidrick &amp; Struggles

CONCURRENT SESSION: NEW CHALLENGES AND HOW TO MEET THEM

Acceleration Track, hosted by Workday 
The pandemic has dramatically disrupted women’s careers and family lives, but the challenges have been even more acute for underrepresented groups. We examine the new ways leaders can support women in their communities and at all stages of their careers as they navigate these difficult times. 
Marissa Andrada, Chief Diversity, Inclusion, and People Officer, Chipotle Mexican Grill 
Roberta Cordano, President, Gallaudet University 
Michelle Gethers-Clark, Chief Diversity Officer and Head of Corporate Responsibility, Visa 
Carin Taylor, Chief Diversity Officer, Workday 
Moderator: Beth Kowitt, Senior Editor, FORTUNE; Co-chair, Fortune MPW Summit

Acceleration Track, hosted by Workday

CONCURRENT SESSION: ALLYSHIP, MENTORSHIP, AND LEVELING THE PLAYING FIELD

Hosted by Target
As the world emerges from the pandemic and returns to growth, how are leaders rethinking and redefining their businesses? We’ll hear lessons learned and big new ideas from women on the front lines. 
Peggy Alford, Executive Vice President, Global Sales, PayPal 
Kate Jhaveri, Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer, National Basketball Association 
Amy Nelson, President, SaksWorks 
Liz O'Neill, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer, Levi Strauss 
Carly Strife, Co-founder, BARK 
Moderator: Sheryl Estrada, Writer, CFO Daily, FORTUNE

CONCURRENT SESSION: GROWTH MINDSET--RETHINKING YOUR BUSINESS

FREE TIME

Purpose Track, hosted by TPG 
Every day more and more companies are founded with purpose as part of their core mission. And investing in them is increasingly looking like a smart bet. How are these investments shaping the landscape of startups, large businesses, and the world? 
Maya Chorengel, Co-managing Partner, The Rise Fund 
Edith Cooper, Co-founder, Medley 
Jordan Taylor, Co-founder, Medley 
Moderator: Emma Hinchcliffe, Editor, FORTUNE

Purpose Track, hosted by TPG

CONCURRENT SESSION: THE PROMISE (AND OPPORTUNITY) OF INVESTING AND FOUNDING WITH PURPOSE

Innovation Track, hosted by Diligent 
From artificial intelligence to virtual reality, the past year has made us rethink how we lead and innovate across industries. How can deep innovation guide us as we reimagine our approach? We hear directly from leaders on the forefront. 
Edna Conway, Vice President, Chief Security and Risk Officer, Microsoft Azure 
Archana (Archie) Deskus, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Intel 
Lisa Edwards, President and COO, Diligent 
Michelle Peacock, Global Head of Public Policy, Waymo 
Raj Seshadri, President, Data and Services, Mastercard 
Moderator: Lucinda Shen, Writer, FORTUNE

Innovation Track, hosted by Diligent

CONCURRENT SESSION: LOOKING FORWARD: OPPORTUNITIES IN AI AND INNOVATION

Hosted by Insigniam 
How can you stay laser focused on your company’s mission—even as your business rapidly evolves to stay one (or more!) steps ahead of the competition? Balancing that constant sense of purpose with the ever-increasing pace of transformation isn’t always easy, but if you’re dedicated to the “why” of what you do, you’ll remain ahead of the curve. We talk about how leaders maintain this focus and how it sets your company up for success. 
Mercedes Abramo, President and CEO, Cartier North America 
Shideh Bina, Founding Partner, Insigniam 
Jisella Dolan, Chief Global Advocacy Officer, Home Instead 
Mary Beth Laughton, Chief Executive Officer, Athleta 
Stephanie Linnartz, President, Marriott International 
Moderator: Maria Aspan, Senior Writer, FORTUNE

CONCURRENT SESSION: WHERE MISSION MEETS TRANSFORMATION

(For New Delegates Only) 
Hosted by Deloitte

MPW SUMMIT NEWCOMER MEET AND GREET

OPENING RECEPTION

Amazon Studios has leaned into an aggressive and ambitious content strategy, and is expected to churn out nearly 200 original series and films by the end of this year. In addition to big-name projects, the studio wants to support a wide range of diverse voices, and help them execute their creative visions. We hear from the woman tasked with bringing this all to life--and armed with a reported $8 billion budget—plus some of Amazon’s recent collaborators. 
Jennifer Salke, Head, Amazon Studios 
Ciara, Singer, Actress, Businesswoman 
Rachel Brosnahan, Actress, Producer 
Interviewer: Michal Lev-Ram, FORTUNE

Jennifer Salke, Head, Amazon Studios, Ciara, Singer, Actress, Businesswoman, and Rachel Brosnahan, Actress, Producer

GALA DINNER AND CONVERSATION: MAKING A MARK ON HOLLYWOOD

NIGHTCAP

Purpose Track, hosted by TPG 
Embedding purpose unlocks value, and company purpose is no longer optional. Access to markets, talent, and capital now requires business leaders to be clear about why their organization exists, what it stands for, and how it contributes to society. We will cover strategies for building an engaging and inclusive culture. 
Rachel Carlson, Co-founder and CEO, Guild Education 
Adena Hefets, Co-founder and CEO, Divvy Homes 
Dara Treseder, Senior Vice President, Head of Global Marketing and Communications, Peloton 
Michelle Weese, Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Bristol Myers Squibb 
Grace Zuncic, Chief People and Culture Officer, Chobani 
Moderator: Sheryl Estrada, FORTUNE

Purpose Track, hosted by TPG

BREAKFAST CONCURRENT SESSION: BUILDING BRANDS WITH PURPOSE

Innovation Track, hosted by Diligent 
What are the new tech products, services and strategies that are making a difference? We hear from business leaders on how they are leaning into technologies that will alter and hopefully strengthen their organizations. 
Susan Chapman-Hughes, Global C-Level Business & Digital Transformation Executive; Corporate Board Director 
Emily Chiu, Head of Business, Strategy and Operations, Square TBD 
Nikki Pechet, Co-founder and CEO, Homebound 
Deena Shakir, Partner, Lux Capital 
Moderator: Emma Hinchliffe, FORTUNE

Innovation Track, hosted by Diligent

BREAKFAST CONCURRENT SESSION: EMBRACING—AND ENABLING—TECHNOLOGY SHIFTS

Hosted by Walton Family Foundation 
As we navigate a tumultuous period, all focus is on the future. Recent research from the Walton Family Foundation reveals that young Americans are feeling optimistic about what’s to come. But why, in the face of so many obstacles, do they feel so optimistic about the future and how do they think change will be made? 
Caryl Stern, Executive Director, Walton Family Foundation 
Krish O’Mara Vignarajah, President and CEO, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS) 
Sherrie Westin, President, Sesame Workshop 
Tabassum Zalotrawala, Global Chief Development Officer, Chipotle Mexican Grill 
Moderator: Anne Sraders, Writer, FORTUNE

Hosted by Walton Family Foundation

BREAKFAST CONCURRENT SESSION: THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT

Hosted by Goldman Sachs
How can we build programs that push for diversity and equity and stand the test of time? When there are diverse viewpoints, there are strong returns. We discuss ways to achieve greater representation among entrepreneurs in particular, who are so key to economic growth. 
Melissa Bradley, Managing Partner, 1863 Ventures 
Cheryl Dorsey, President, Echoing Green 
Asahi Pompey, Global Head of Corporate Engagement and President of the Goldman Sachs Foundation 
Caroline Wanga, Chief Executive Officer, Essence Communications 
Moderator: Maria Aspan, FORTUNE

Hosted by Goldman Sachs

SUSTAINABLE FOR THE LONG TERM: INVESTING IN WOMEN OF COLOR

SWITCH BREAK

WELCOME AND THE BIG GET TO KNOW YOU

Valerie Montgomery Rice, President and Dean, Morehouse School of Medicine 
David Solomon, Chairman and CEO, The Goldman Sachs Group 
Moderator: Michal Lev-Ram, FORTUNE 

Announcing the winners of the 2021 Goldman Sachs & Fortune Global Women Leaders Award: 
May Alba, Founder and CEO, Carmina Care, MEXICO 
Michèle Maignan, Change Making Advocate; Women Empowerment Promoter; Feminist; CEO and Founder, Arc en Ciel Learning Center and Belle Créole, HAITI

David Solomon, Chairman and CEO, The Goldman Sachs Group; May Alba, Founder and CEO, Carmina Care, MEXICO; Altagrace Michèle Maignan, Change Making Advocate; Women Empowerment Promoter; Feminist; CEO and Founder, Arc en Ciel Learning Center and Belle Créole, HAITI

CONVERSATION

The past year has been a wild ride in the markets—and Adena Friedman has had a front-row seat. From the rise of SPACs to the growing ranks of young investors to the exchange’s history-making diversity rule, the head of Nasdaq talks about the biggest financial trends of 2021 and beyond. 
Adena Friedman, President and CEO, Nasdaq 
Interviewer: Lucinda Shen, FORTUNE

Adena Friedman, President and CEO, Nasdaq

MOVING MARKETS

In May, Duckett became one of four Black women to ever run a Fortune 500 company. In this in-depth one-on-one, we dive into her path to the C-suite, how to close the women’s retirement gap, and the need for increased board diversity. 
	Thasunda Brown Duckett, President and CEO, TIAA 
Interviewer: Beth Kowitt, FORTUNE

Thasunda Brown Duckett, President and CEO, TIAA

BREAKING BARRIERS

In fighting the pandemic, a central theme emerged: everything starts in the community. From innovation to community partnerships, this CEO leads the mission to make healthcare more local, affordable, and connected. 
Karen S. Lynch, President and CEO, CVS Health 
Interviewer: Maria Aspan, FORTUNE

Karen S. Lynch, President and CEO, CVS Health

BUILDING HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES

When it became clear that the quarantine was here for the foreseeable future, media companies had to rethink the distribution of films. Many leaned into streaming platforms, with varying degrees of praise and blowback. WarnerMedia Studios and Networks Group Chair and CEO, Ann Sarnoff, was at the forefront of these decisions, and she reflects on lessons learned over the past year and what’s expected for the future of media and film. 
Ann Sarnoff, Chair and CEO, WarnerMedia Studios and Networks Group 
Interviewer: Kristen Bellstrom, FORTUNE

Ann Sarnoff, Chair and CEO, WarnerMedia Studios and Networks Group

CHANGING THE GAME IN HOLLYWOOD

REFRESHMENT AND SWITCH BREAK

Boards Track, hosted by Heidrick & Struggles 
We will explore how boards navigate through and out of crises: How do directors/board members best work with the CEO and with one another to carry the company through market disruption, a global pandemic, or any other changes and challenges? 
Sheila Bair, Board Chairwoman, Fannie Mae 
Stacey Cunningham, President, NYSE Group 
Caryn Seidman-Becker, Co-founder, Chairman and CEO, Clear; Director, Lemonade 
Amy Weaver, President and Chief Financial Officer, Salesforce 
Introduction: Jaimee Eddington, Regional Leader of the Americas, Heidrick & Struggles 
Moderator: Michal Lev-Ram, Senior Writer, FORTUNE; Co-chair, Fortune MPW Summit

Boards Track, hosted by Heidrick &amp; Struggles

CONCURRENT SESSION: NAVIGATING DISRUPTION

Acceleration Track, hosted by Workday 
Technology can transform business, both the product and the organization. We’re seeing an increased expectation that companies have a “soul,” and the ways businesses are utilizing technology has an impact on employees, product design, and the customer experience. Through conversations with leaders in various industries, we drill into what companies regard as most important to their impact on society and their customers’ satisfaction, and the ways in which they tap into technology to reach these goals. 
Annette Clayton, President and CEO, North America, Schneider Electric 
Anjali Sud, Chief Executive Officer, Vimeo 
Laura Miele, Chief Operating Officer, Electronic Arts 
Introduction: Emily McEvilly, Chief Customer Officer, Workday 
Moderator: Kristen Bellstrom, FORTUNE

CONCURRENT SESSION: THE CULTURAL IMPACT OF NEW TECHNOLOGIES

Leadership Track, hosted by Deloitte 
How has the discussion around equity and belonging also embraced empathy? Leaders from philanthropy, academia and the corporate world discuss how they’ve redefined their leadership view and emotional fortitude through the events of the past year. 
Leanne Caret, President and CEO, Boeing Defense, Space & Security 
Janet Foutty, Executive Chair of the Board, Deloitte US 
Dr. Paula Johnson, President, Wellesley College 
Catherine Powell, Global Head of Hosting, Airbnb 
British Robinson, President and CEO, Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy 
Moderator: Beth Kowitt, FORTUNE

Leadership Track, hosted by Deloitte

CONCURRENT SESSION: REDEFINING EQUITY, LEANING INTO EMPATHY

Impact Track, hosted by Johnson & Johnson 
The past year has brought an explosion in new health technologies and digital health investment. New models like direct-to-consumer brands and delivery options like telemedicine are re-writing the script. We talk with health sector leaders and leading startups about the important ways the market is changing around innovations in both the science and the way we use health care systems. 
Deborah DiSanzo, President, Best Buy Health 
Alice Lin Fabiano, Global Director, Social Innovation and Investment, Johnson & Johnson 
Emily Melton, Managing Partner, Threshold 
Kate Ryder, Founder and CEO, Maven 
Andrea Wainer, Executive Vice President, Rapid and Molecular Diagnostics, Abbott 
Moderator: Erika Fry, Senior Writer, FORTUNE

Impact Track, hosted by Johnson &amp; Johnson

CONCURRENT SESSION: HEALTH CARE IN A CHANGED WORLD

Hosted by HP 
There isn't a silver bullet when it comes to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. But we know that meaningful progress doesn't happen overnight and it requires a cultural shift and investments from the most senior leaders to employees. We'll talk about how we can take bold action to meet big goals, and the learnings of the past year that have forever changed the corporate workplace and the opportunities that lie ahead. 
Lara Abrash, Chair and CEO, Deloitte & Touche LLP 
Kim Seymour, Chief People Officer, WW 
Lesley Slaton Brown, Chief Diversity Officer, HP 
Moderator: Lucinda Shen, FORTUNE

VIRTUAL SESSION: THE ROAD TO MEANINGFUL PROGRESS ON DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

The tenacious tech reporter has covered Silicon Valley and beyond for decades. We turn the tables on the prolific multimedia journalist and ask about the evolution of her career, what we all need to know about today's tech industry, and what she’s learned from years of asking tough questions. 
Kara Swisher, Host, “Sway”; Contributing Opinion Writer, The New York Times 
Interviewer: Poppy Harlow, Anchor, CNN; Co-Chair, Fortune MPW Summit

Kara Swisher, Host, “Sway”; Contributing Opinion Writer, The New York Times

SPEAKING TRUTH TO POWER

From federal prosecutor to crypto investor Katie Haun not only has a unique perspective on cryptocurrency and the intersection of technology and regulation, but she also has an outlook on this burgeoning industry, and who the next big players could be. As crypto becomes more mainstream, how should we expect the currency to change businesses and entrepreneurship? 
Katie Haun, General Partner, Andreessen Horowitz 
Interviewer: Michal Lev-Ram, FORTUNE

Katie Haun, General Partner, Andreessen Horowitz

THE FUTURE OF CRYPTO

Spotify's content strategy is shaking up the podcast industry by betting on original content, acquisitions, and expansion into diverse markets. We sit down with the content & ads boss to talk about transforming media and advertising. 
Dawn Ostroff, Chief Content and Advertising Business Officer, Spotify 
Interviewer: Kristen Bellstrom, FORTUNE

Dawn Ostroff, Chief Content and Advertising Business Officer, Spotify

LISTEN UP

Leaders everywhere are feeling a shift in the balance of power, due to universal employee demand for flexible work, self-care, and greater work/life balance. Join this interactive discussion to learn the different strategies companies are deploying around hybrid work, talent management, and building a mentally and emotionally resilient workforce. 

Presented by Salesforce

LUNCH: REDEFINING THE FUTURE OF WORK

NETWORKING LUNCH

One woman leads a multi-billion dollar farmer-owned agricultural cooperative; the other is rolling out new U.S. commerce regulations. We talk about how their respective backgrounds have led them to push for revitalizing working class communities through investments in technology and entrepreneurship. 
Beth Ford, President and CEO, Land O'Lakes 
Gina Raimondo, 40th U.S. Secretary of Commerce 
Moderator: Beth Kowitt, FORTUNE

Beth Ford, President and CEO, Land O'Lakes and Gina Raimondo, 40th U.S. Secretary of Commerce

CLOSING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE

What does it take to build an eco-friendly, sustainable, and successful brand? Serial beauty entrepreneur Bobbi Brown discusses the journey and lessons learned in starting from a clean slate. 
Bobbi Brown, Founder and CCO, Jones Road Beauty and EVOLUTION_18 
Interviewer: Poppy Harlow, Anchor, CNN; Co-Chair, Fortune MPW Summit

Bobbi Brown, Founder and CCO, Jones Road Beauty and EVOLUTION_18

BACK TO THE (BEAUTY) BASICS

The pandemic’s financial impact on women goes beyond short-term financial health. Learning about, participating in and accessing the stock market is an important wealth-building tool and opportunity for long-term financial security. How do both the private and public sectors empower women—especially women of color—and ensure all have the access and tools they need to build long term wealth for themselves and future generations? 
Mellody Hobson, Co-CEO and President, Ariel Investments; Co-chair, Fortune MPW Summit 
Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz, President, Charles Schwab Foundation; Senior Vice President, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. 
Moderator: Claire Zillman, Senior Editor, Asia, FORTUNE

Mellody Hobson, Co-CEO and President, Ariel Investments; Co-chair, Fortune MPW Summit and Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz, President, Charles Schwab Foundation; Senior Vice President, Charles Schwab &amp; Co., Inc.

FINANCIAL IMPACT OF THE SHE-CESSION

She steered her company through one of the most turbulent times for retail. The Williams-Sonoma CEO walks us through how the pandemic forever changed consumers and what’s ahead... 
Laura Alber, President and CEO, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. 
Interviewer: Rachel Lobdell, FORTUNE

Laura Alber, President and CEO, Williams-Sonoma, Inc.

LEADING FROM THE HELM

Businesses succeed with customers and investors when they put their employees first. The pandemic didn’t create this philosophy but rather emphasized it. What are the lessons learned from the past year? We talk with two top CEOs to learn more. 
Revathi Advaithi, Chief Executive Officer, Flex 
Julie Sweet, Chief Executive Officer, Accenture 
Moderator: Alyson Shontell, Editor in Chief, FORTUNE

Revathi Advaithi, Chief Executive Officer, Flex and Julie Sweet, Chief Executive Officer, Accenture

PUTTING PEOPLE FRONT AND CENTER

The future of finance is increasingly driven by startups. From crypto to more diverse representation in the field, we hear about the biggest and most impactful trends from those leading the charge. 
Amrita Ahuja, Chief Financial Officer, Square 
Emilie Choi, President and COO, Coinbase 
Moderator: Maria Aspan, FORTUNE

Amrita Ahuja, Chief Financial Officer, Square and Emilie Choi, President and COO, Coinbase

THE NEW WORLD OF FINANCE

It’s been an eventful year for retailers—and athletes. We hear from one of Nike’s top execs and a WNBA legend about how they’ve navigated through recent challenges and opportunities, and what it means to be a global brand in today’s world. 
Heidi O’Neill, President, Consumer and Marketplace, Nike 
Sue Bird, Point Guard, Seattle Storm; Olympic Gold-Medalist 
Interviewer: Kristen Bellstrom, FORTUNE

Heidi O’Neill, President, Consumer and Marketplace, Nike and Sue Bird, Point Guard, Seattle Storm; Olympic Gold-Medalist

GOING FOR GOLD

Enjoy a global culinary experience at a DC Michelin-rated restaurant of your choosing.


Enjoy a global culinary experience at a DC Michelin-rated restaurant of your choosing.

DINNER: CREATIVE CUISINE AND CONVERSATION

Start your morning with a 45-minute full-body workout led by Nike Trainer Traci Copeland, a former competitive gymnast, collegiate athlete, and professional dancer. This workout is designed for all fitness levels and will focus on HIIT and Yoga movements. As part of the experience, Nike will provide you with a head-to-toe training kit complete with all the product you need for this workout. 
Traci Copeland, Nike Master Trainer

Traci Copeland, Nike Trainer

NIKE WORKOUT EXPERIENCE

Hosted by AARP 
How can we make the post-pandemic landscape better for people of all ages? With the opportunity to refashion the way we work, how might policy catalyze systemic change? As careers continue longer and later into our lifespans, more jobs are digitized, and employee well-being becomes a new point of focus, we’ll discuss how the ways we work can help us live longer, happier, and more prosperous lives—and drive corporate growth as well.
Maryam Banikarim, Head of Marketing, Nextdoor
Jo Ann Jenkins, Chief Executive Officer, AARP
Michelle Seitz, Chairman and CEO, Russell Investments
Jill Timm, Chief Financial Officer, Kohl's
Moderator: Nicole Goodkind, Writer, FORTUNE

CONCURRENT BREAKFAST ROUNDTABLE: AGE IS JUST A NUMBER—UNLOCKING THE POWER OF THE MULTIGENERATIONAL WORKFORCE

Hosted by Salesforce 
Neither "business as usual" or a "sky is falling" mindset is appropriate for this unique time. If marketing leaders are to remain relevant and influential during and after the COVID-19 global crisis, marketing priorities and tactics need to be appropriately reshaped and realigned. What should marketing leaders do during this time? 
Claire Bennett, Global Chief Customer Officer, IHG Hotels & Resorts 
Lynne Biggar, Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer, Visa 
Sarah Franklin, President and Chief Marketing Officer, Salesforce 
Carla  Piñeyro Sublett, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, IBM 
Moderator: Emma Hinchliffe, FORTUNE

CONCURRENT BREAKFAST ROUNDTABLE: MARKETING THAT MATTERS IN OUR HYBRID FUTURE

Stories of evacuation, resettlement, and the ongoing efforts to meet the urgent needs of the most at-risk women and their families. 
Andeisha Farid, Impact Partnership Officer, IRC and Founder, AFCECO 
Catherine Powell, Global Head of Hosting, Airbnb 
Corinne Ripoche, Chief Executive Officer, U.S., Canada, and Latin America, The Adecco Group 
Moderator: Alyse Nelson, President and CEO, Vital Voices Global Partnership

CONCURRENT BREAKFAST ROUNDTABLE--VISION OF A BETTER WORLD: AFGHAN WOMEN, GIRLS, AND FAMILIES

As the first female CEO of the powerful, century-old U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Suzanne Clark is tasked with representing the various positions of American companies in a bitterly divided Washington D.C. We hear directly from the CEO about the state of current infrastructure negotiations, the U.S. economy amid COVID, and more. 
Suzanne Clark, President and CEO, U.S. Chamber of Commerce 
Interviewer: Yamiche Alcindor, Moderator, Washington Week; White House correspondent, PBS NewsHour

Suzanne Clark, President, U.S. Chamber of Commerce

THE VOICE OF BUSINESS

For those in pursuit of romance, online dating is often the answer. But starting a relationship 
remotely still brings up many of the same dating challenges. We hear from one of the leading companies on what’s being done to elevate the dating experience and how social distancing altered the online experience.
Shar Dubey, Chief Executive Officer, Match Group 
Interviewer: Emma Hinchliffe, FORTUNE

Shar Dubey, Chief Executive Officer, Match Group

UPGRADING LOVE

Dana Canedy has one of the biggest jobs in the book publishing industry. We hear from the former journalist on how she’s helping to give voice to a wider range of authors and ideas. 

Dana Canedy, Senior Vice President and Publisher, Simon & Schuster 
Interviewer: Beth Kowitt, FORTUNE

Dana Canedy, Senior Vice President and Publisher, Simon &amp; Schuster

THE POWER OF STORYTELLING

Laura Coates is the go-to for legal perspective and analysis. In this conversation, Coates weighs in on the recent Texas abortion law, bias in the justice system, and other critical issues in the world of law. 
Laura Coates, SiriusXM Talk Show Host; Senior Legal Analyst, CNN; and Author, Just Pursuit: A Black Prosecutor's Fight for Fairness 
Interviewer: Kristen Bellstrom, FORTUNE

Laura Coates, CNN Senior Legal Analyst and Author, Just Pursuit: A Black Prosecutor's Fight for Fairness

COURTROOM VIEW

Mayor Bowser has steered D.C. through some tough times: the Covid-19 pandemic, a reckoning with longstanding racial injustice, an insurrection at the U.S. Capital, and more. Through it all, the politician has stood by her mantra that providing a “fair shot” for all D.C. residents is what she wants to be remembered for. We hear from the Mayor of our nation’s capital on how she has navigated through recent crises and the leadership lessons she’s learned along the way. 
Muriel Bowser, Mayor, Washington, DC 
Interviewer: Sheryl Estrada, FORTUNE

Muriel Bowser, Mayor, Washington, DC

A FAIR SHOT (FOR ALL)

How is the Biden administration is supporting small businesses—especially women-owned businesses—through the pandemic? SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman shares. 
Isabella Casillas Guzman,27th Administrator, U.S. Small Business Administration 
Interviewer: Emma Hinchliffe, FORTUNE

Isabella Casillas Guzman, 27th Administrator, U.S. Small Business Administration

ANYTHING BUT SMALL

Vaccines are nothing new, but through the pandemic, a spotlight has been shone on the science, approvals and distribution of a sector of healthcare that was often previously taken for granted. In this conversation with Vaxxinity CEO Mei Mei Hu, we examine the lessons learned through COVID-19 and the ways in which other disease researchers can take note. 

Mei Mei Hu, Chief Executive Officer, Vaxxinity 
Interviewer: Maria Aspan, FORTUNE

Mei Mei Hu, Chief Executive Officer, Vaxxinity

REFINING AND REDEFINING VACCINE DEVELOPMENT

Whether you’re supporting communities by connecting neighbors or funding causes: how do we create real engagement and support? We sit down with two leaders in their respective fields for a conversation about uniting and supporting people and growing a business with social impact. 
Jotaka Eaddy, Founder and CEO, Full Circle Strategies 
Sarah Friar, Chief Executive Officer, Nextdoor 
Moderator: Michal Lev-Ram, FORTUNE

Jotaka Eaddy, Founder and CEO, Full Circle Strategies and Sarah Friar, Chief Executive Officer, Nextdoor

ENGAGING—AND TAKING CARE OF—COMMUNITIES

Started as a list, FORTUNE MPW has evolved into the world’s most extraordinary leadership community, convening the preeminent women in business—along with select leaders in government, philanthropy, education and the arts—for wide-ranging conversations that inspire and deliver practical advice.
<a href="https://fortune.com/conferences/virtual-conversations">Click here for more information</a> about our lead-up conversations on September 30 and October 5.
The MPW Summit convenes the most prominent women in the FORTUNE 500, leading female founders, and and leaders from the world of politics, the arts and NGOs.
Fortune is committed to a safe environment at our live conferences. We are following guidance issued by local authorities and the CDC (including local mask mandates), and are taking several additional steps to prioritize participants’ health and safety. Entry requirements include digital proof of full vaccination (submitted through Health Pass by CLEAR) as well as a negative COVID-19 rapid antigen or PCR test result, from a test taken within 72 hours of the start of the Summit. We will announce any other specific information in advance of the event. In addition, Fortune has partnered with International SOS for on-site support in following health and safety protocols. <a href="https://content.fortuneconferences.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/ISOS-Best-Practices_MPW-2.pdf">Click here for more information</a>.&nbsp; For those unable to travel to Washington, DC, a virtual program will be available.

Started as a list, FORTUNE MPW has evolved into the world’s most extraordinary leadership community, convening the preeminent women in business—along with select leaders in government, philanthropy, education and the arts—for wide-ranging conversations that inspire and deliver practical advice.

<a href="https://fortune.com/conferences/virtual-conversations">Click here for more information</a> about our lead-up conversations on September 30 and October 5.

The MPW Summit convenes the most prominent women in the FORTUNE 500, leading female founders, and and leaders from the world of politics, the arts and NGOs.

Fortune is committed to a safe environment at our live conferences. We are following guidance issued by local authorities and the CDC (including local mask mandates), and are taking several additional steps to prioritize participants’ health and safety. Entry requirements include digital proof of full vaccination (submitted through Health Pass by CLEAR) as well as a negative COVID-19 rapid antigen or PCR test result, from a test taken within 72 hours of the start of the Summit. We will announce any other specific information in advance of the event. In addition, Fortune has partnered with International SOS for on-site support in following health and safety protocols. <a href="https://content.fortuneconferences.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/ISOS-Best-Practices_MPW-2.pdf">Click here for more information</a>.&nbsp; For those unable to travel to Washington, DC, a virtual program will be available.

The MPW community gathers the preeminent women in business, along with select leaders in government, philanthropy, education, sports, and the arts.

The MPW Summit is going virtual. We will gather the preeminent women in business, along with select leaders in government, philanthropy, education, sports and the arts to explore our theme, "Rising to the New Reality."

Cisco’s purpose is to Power an Inclusive Future for All. We participate in the Fortune MPW Summit because we believe in the power of women leaders to make this inclusive future a reality.

Cisco

As an organization that considers diversity, equity, and inclusion core to our values, Deloitte is honored to support the Fortune MPW Summit as a Premier Partner for the 15th year as we examine “Emerging Stronger.”

Deloitte

Diligent is committed to helping leading organization=s build more diverse and inclusive boards and executive teams, setting the =tone for change at the top. We are thrilled to support the Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit and play our part to support this exceptional group of female leaders.

Diligent

goldman

Workday

Heidrick & Struggles is proud to be a Premier Sponsor of the 2021 Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit. Our firm is committed to working with organizations to develop future generations of exceptional women leaders globally.

Heidrick

Insigniam

Nike

We believe women can be catalysts for creating healthier people, healthier communities and a healthier world. Johnson & Johnson is proud to sponsor the 2021 Fortune MPW Summit.

Johnson & Johnson

Saks Works

salesforce

For 30 years, TPG has worked alongside leaders to build great businesses. We’re proud to support the Fortune MPW Summit and women who are inspiring change and driving growth across industries.

target

At Workday, we have an employee-first culture based on respect, equity for all, and rooted in our core values. We partner with Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Summit because of the meaningful opportunities and impact the event provides in supporting women leaders.

Walton Family Foundation

Opportunities to convene with hundreds of extraordinary women in business are few and far between. FORTUNE MPW provides a valuable forum for women to connect, engage, and inspire.


A valuable investment in your own leadership development and in improving your network - connecting with women who truly do want to support each other and advance this community.


The FORTUNE MPW Summit is most impactful professional developmental opportunity that has helped me to elevate my executive stature and presence. The learning experience is invaluable.

FORTUNE Most Powerful Women Membership

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