Women's Leadership Conference
2025 Theme: Paving Your Path and Reaching New Heights
March 25, 2025
March 25, 2025 | 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
*Conference will begin at 8:30 a.m. after registration at 8 a.m.
Location: Lewis Alumni Center, Pullman WA
Theme: Paving Your Path and Reaching New Heights
The Women’s Leadership Conference (WLC) is a day of learning, networking and sharing. A partnership between University of Idaho and Washington State University, the event is open to all individuals who seek to support and empower women in leadership.
2025 Keynote Speaker - Marli Williams
Marli Williams is an interactive keynote speaker, leadership trainer, and joy instigator, whose journey into transformational leadership began as a camp counselor. With a master's degree in education and two decades of facilitation and leadership experience, Marli partners with extraordinary individuals and organizations ready to elevate their energy, activate their purpose, and amplify their impact. Her mission is to empower change makers and leaders to fully realize their potential.
She hosts the widely acclaimed Let’s Lead Together Podcast, which skyrocketed into the Top 5% of all podcasts globally within its first month. Marli is also the creator of The Connect Deck, a powerful tool fostering shockingly easy and meaningful conversations, now cherished by communities around the world. When she's not inspiring audiences, training leaders, or consulting with mission-driven organizations, you can find Marli exploring the trails with her dogs, Summit and Journey. To find out more about Marli, go to www.marliwilliams.com.
Be an EPIC Leader: How to Navigate Change & Challenge with Confidence
In an ever-changing academic landscape, women leaders face unique challenges that require resilience, adaptability, and vision. This empowering keynote will inspire women faculty and staff to embrace their roles as EPIC leaders by learning how to navigate change and challenges with confidence and courage. Using the EPIC Leadership framework, you will discover practical tools to overcome obstacles, lead with authenticity, and inspire others in your community. Through engaging stories and actionable insights, this session will leave you feeling energized and equipped to tackle the complexities of leadership with clarity and conviction. Step into your power as an EPIC leader and create meaningful impact within your university and beyond!
- Develop Confidence in Leadership: Participants will learn strategies to build self-assurance and navigate challenges with clarity and resilience, empowering them to lead effectively in dynamic academic environments.
- Cultivate Strategies for Change: Attendees will explore practical approaches to adapt to and manage change, turning obstacles into opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Strengthen Leadership Impact: Participants will gain tools to inspire and motivate others, fostering collaboration and a shared vision to create a positive and lasting impact within their university community.
Questions?
Email the conference leadership committee at wlc@uidaho.edu.