ACE Women’s Network of Indiana

Rooted and Rising: Leading from the Ground Up

Friday, February 28, 2025

NCAA Hall of Champions, Christine Grant Ballroom
White River State Park, 700 W, Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Registration deadline: Registration will close on February 21st at 12:00 noon

Area Hotel Information

Parking Information

8:00-9:00

IR meeting
Location: Jesse Owens

8:30-9:00

Registration and Continental Breakfast, Networking

9:00-9:30

Welcome and Introductions
State Co-Chairs: Laura Treanor and Kristin Champa
Location: Ballroom

9:30-10:30

Session: Navigating the AI Landscape: From Classroom to Campus Leadership
Location: Ballroom
Panelists: Linda Calvin, Judy Lewandowski, Jaci Lederman
Moderator: Carol Smith

10:30-10:45

Break/Transition to Breakouts

10:45-11:45

Break Out Sessions (choose one)

Session 1: Navigating Changes in Higher Education: Adapting to New Realities
Location: Jesse Owens Room
Panelists: Jodie Ferise, Michelle Lynn Bartley-Taylor, Debbie Ford
Moderator: Patti PelletierSession 2: The Power Of Her Path: Leadership Journey Triumphs and Trials
Location: Auditorium
Panelists: Paaige Turner, Nicole Shankle, Rebecca Alexander
Moderator: Laura TreanorSession 3: Finding Your Inner Fundraiser: Unlocking the Power of Philanthropy Within You
Location: Roosevelt
Panelists: Michelle Janssen, Jeane Pope, Misel Ramirez Vasoli
Moderator: Kristin Champa

11:45-12:00

Break/Transition to Lunch

12:00-01:00

Lunch

12:30-12:45

Gold Level Sponsor: Kara Monroe, Monarch Strategies

01:00-01:30

Awards
Location: Ballroom

01:30-2:45

Leading with Passion, Purpose, and Authenticity
Keynote Address: Susana Rivera-Mills
Location: Ballroom

2:45-03:00

Closing Remarks