Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Binghamton

“Run Free & Fearless Into the Future”

“Hard times arouse an instinctive desire for authenticity.”

Coco Chanel

“My mission is life is not merely to survive but to thrive and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.”

Maya Angelou

“The success of every woman should be the inspiration to another. We should raise each other up. Make sure you’re very courageous: be strong, be extremely kind, and above all, be humble.”

Serena Williams

“What we know matters but who we are matters more”

Brené Brown
Presenting Sponsor

EVENT DESCRIPTION

Step into a space where courage is celebrated and voices rise with confidence. This gathering is designed to inspire meaningful connections, spark fresh ideas, and empower you to Be Bold in every part of your journey. Whether you’re leading your field, carving for a new path, or rediscovering your purpose, this is your moment to think bigger, speak with clarity, and take fearless action. Join a community of women who are challenging expectations, redefining success, and proving that when you choose to Be Bold, you can transform not only your own life, but the world around you.

EVENT GOALS

  • This conference is to be an all-inclusive event for attendees of all backgrounds and ages, and it will ensure all feel welcome
  • Attendees will gain tools to progress in their personal and professional lives
  • Attendees will know what it takes to empower the next generation of women
  • Attendees will learn that self-care is very important to overall health and well-being and that it is OK to take care of themselves!
  • Attendees will gain personal insights to help them in their daily lives
  • This will be a time of camaraderie as attendees gather together
  • Attendees will gain an understanding of how important it is to be prepared financially for the present and the future
  • Attendees will laugh together and remember that that is sometimes all they need to feel better
  • Attendees will come away from the event knowing they are not alone; they have sisters to learn from and draw upon for inspiration to grow both personally and professionally
  • Attendees will make connections that will last beyond the conference

CHARITY PARTNER

We welcome Mothers & Babies as our Charity Partner.

Misson Statement:
Our mission is to improve pregnancy and birth outcomes to support the health and development of all individuals and families.

Vision Statement:
To accomplish this we educate our communities, connect individuals and families to health and other services, advocate for system improvements, and partner with other agencies, government and providers to strengthen families. We focus on every element of care, from the individual to the health care system to policymakers. For over 25 years, we have been at the forefront of innovative strategies, serving as a trusted resource and authority in maternal and child health care. Our vision is that all babies are born healthy and families are strengthened by a supportive community!

Our needs list is:

  • Gentlese (purple can) Enfamil formula
  • Neuropro (yellow can) Enfamil formula
  • Size 4, 5, 6, 7 diapers
  • Gift cards for our “small needs fund.” Common places we gather items from include:
    • Wal-Mart
    • Target
    • Amazon
    • Wegmans
    • Weis
    • Aldi’s
    • Home Plus

2026 EVENT SCHEDULE

8:00 – 9:00 A.M.

REGISTRATION & BREAKFAST
LINDA SAMBURSKY
LINDA SAMBURSKYOwner, Yoga Body Shop
Discover Your Power: One Word, One Strength, One Bold Step
BiographySession Description

9:45 – 10:30 A.M.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS – 4 TRACKS
AMIRA DAVIS
AMIRA DAVISFounder, D5 Consulting Group
No Is a Complete Sentence — But It’s Also a Leadership Strategy: The Standard You Set at Work Has to Follow You Home
BiographySession Description
ANGELA DRISCOLL
ANGELA DRISCOLLFinancial Advisor, Edward Jones
Rewriting Your Next Chapter: A Bold Career Shift at 50
BiographySession Description
EILEEN PEET
EILEEN PEETSales and Marketing Manager, Southern Tier Network
Networking Intentionally
BiographySession Description
CHERYL RAMEY
CHERYL RAMEYOwner of Vinhasa
Boldy Break Through Burnout: Reclaiming Your Voice, and Choosing Calm in a Culture That Rewards Chaos
BiographySession Description

11:30 – 12:15 P.M.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS – 4 TRACKS
JEANNIE WICKERT
JEANNIE WICKERTChenango Supply Co Inc
Taming the Scroll: Managing Social Media Overload
BiographySession Description
TRACEY WHEELER
TRACEY WHEELERVisions Credit Union
Wearing Multiple Hats: Daughter, Sister, Mom, Wife, Boss, Mentor, Friend and Colleague
BiographySession Description
CARRIE VERROCCHIO
CARRIE VERROCCHIOSpeaker, Trainer, and Coach, CarrieVee
Get Out of Your Head and Back Into Your Life
BiographySession Description
QUANILYA BYFIELD
QUANILYA BYFIELDFounder, Significant Beings Studio
Move Boldly: Reclaiming H.E.R through Dance Fitness
BiographySession Description

12:15 – 1:45 P.M.

LUNCH & KEYNOTE

A conversation with…

ALECIA LASHIER
ALECIA LASHIEREVP, Chief Automation Officer at iA
Biography
RHONDA A. LEE
RHONDA A. LEEChief Meteorologist for WETM in Elmira & WIVT in Binghamton. Historic natural hair icon
Biography
EVELYN THOMPSON
EVELYN THOMPSONAssistant Women's Basketball Coach, Binghamton University
Biography
Stacey Duncan
Moderated by

Stacey Duncan

Biography

2:00 – 2:45 P.M.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS – 3 TRACKS
ANITRA RIVERA & CHRISTAN SURDEY
ANITRA RIVERA & CHRISTAN SURDEYPanel Discussion
Be Bold: Own Your Career Story
BiographySession Description
SARAH DULANY-GRING
SARAH DULANY-GRINGOwner, FAUVED
Building Authentic Confidence
BiographySession Description
ELIANA MILLER
ELIANA MILLERStudio Manager, Organic Yoga and Wellness
Yoga
BiographySession Description

2:45 – 4:00 P.M.

SCAVENGER HUNT FOR GREAT PRIZES AND NETWORKING

ADMISSION PRICING

Full-Day Admission – $90

OUR SPONSORS

Presenting Sponsor
Hosted By

BE BOLD! WOMEN’S CONFERENCE & EXPO