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Thursday, June 5
 

1:00pm PDT

Freedom Conservatism in Action: What Women Leaders are Watching in Washington
Thursday June 5, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm PDT
What’s happening in Washington doesn’t stay in Washington—and for women leaders across the country, national policy debates directly impact the work of advancing opportunity, prosperity, and freedom in their communities. This 30-minute conversation brings together women signatories of the Freedom Conservatism statement to discuss the issues they’re tracking most closely this year—from economic policy and regulatory reform to parental rights, education, and workforce participation.
Moderators
avatar for Laura Maristany

Laura Maristany

Founder & CEO, Katch Skills
Laura Maristany is the Founder & CEO, Katch Skills – an AI-powered platform that helps people capture everyday learning and turn it into career-ready skills. She is a national leader in workforce innovation, advancing skills and people-first solutions for the future of work.
Speakers
avatar for Josselin Castillo

Josselin Castillo

Federal Government Relations Principal, National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)
Josselin Castillo is a seasoned government relations professional with over a decade of experience in federal and state policy, advocacy, and political strategy. As the Principal for Federal Government Relations at the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), she leads... Read More →
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Carrie Conko

CEO, Iron Light
Carrie Conko is an industry-leading marketing and communications executive with a proven track record of success in organizational and campaign branding, media relations, audience growth, and crisis communications. As Chief Executive Officer at Iron Light, a two-time Inc. 5000 and Campaigns... Read More →
Thursday June 5, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm PDT
Palm Room 14900 Chelonia Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32821
 
Friday, June 6
 

9:30am PDT

Wanted: Veterans in Leadership
Friday June 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
Moderators
avatar for Madeline Meininger

Madeline Meininger

Program Manager, MA of Public Leadership, University of San Francisco
Madeline Meininger is the Program Manager for the MA in Public Leadership Program, a graduate program dedicated to preparing veterans and military family members for a career in politics, policy, or advocacy. Maddy Meininger is a graduate of the University of San Francisco and an... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Phyllis Wilson

Phyllis Wilson

President, Military Women's Memorial
With 37 years of Army service, including intelligence work with Special Operations in Iraq, and a civilian nursing career, Phyllis Wilson now leads the Military Women's Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery, honoring women's contributions to the U.S. military.
avatar for Seth Lynn

Seth Lynn

Founder, Veterans Campaign
Seth Lynn founded Veterans Campaign in 2009 to recruit and train veterans to run for political office and has since become a recognized authority on civil-military relations and veterans in politics. He continues to serve as a lieutenant colonel in the Marine Corps Reserve and as... Read More →
Friday June 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
TBA 14900 Chelonia Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32821

10:10am PDT

The Future of Work and Opportunity: Policy, Practice, and New Talent Pathways
Friday June 6, 2025 10:10am - 11:00am PDT
As the cost of college continues to rise and traditional education pathways become less accessible, Americans are increasingly turning to alternative ways of learning—on the job, online, and over a lifetime. This session will explore what the future of work really looks like in a world where skills, not degrees, are becoming the new currency of opportunity.
Moderators
avatar for Laura Maristany

Laura Maristany

Founder & CEO, Katch Skills
Laura Maristany is the Founder & CEO, Katch Skills – an AI-powered platform that helps people capture everyday learning and turn it into career-ready skills. She is a national leader in workforce innovation, advancing skills and people-first solutions for the future of work.
Speakers
avatar for Steve Taylor

Steve Taylor

Policy Director and Senior Fellow, Economic Mobility, Stand Together Trust
Dr. Steven Taylor is the Policy Director & Senior Fellow, Economic Mobility at Stand Together Trust, where he leads investment and partnership strategies to reshape workforce participation strategies. In 2024, Taylor was appointed by Gov. Glenn Youngkin to the State Council of Higher... Read More →
avatar for Niki DaSilva

Niki DaSilva

Senior Director of Programs & Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation
Niki DaSilva serves as senior director of programs and policy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, working to strengthen the nation’s educational standards and the quality of its workforce. Her primary objective is to support the Chamber Foundation's Talent Pipeline Management... Read More →

Friday June 6, 2025 10:10am - 11:00am PDT
Palm Room 14900 Chelonia Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32821
 
Saturday, June 7
 

10:30am PDT

Finding Your Voice: Authentic Communication
Saturday June 7, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am PDT
Speakers
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Adrianna Sekula

Solidarity Partners
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Becki Wright

Founder & CEO, Proximity
Seasoned fundraiser, development professional, and campaign consultant with a tenacity for innovation. Unapologetically ambitious about solving inefficiencies and removing barriers to entry for the average political leader.
Sponsors
Saturday June 7, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am PDT
TBA 14900 Chelonia Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32821
 
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