We're back for the fourth annual Summit on Sept. 25th! Early registration is encouraged. Save your seat today!About this Event
The Leading the Lone Star State: Texas Women in Public Service Summit is a one-day conference uniting women in the fields of public administration, elected office, and government through informative sessions, engaging keynotes, and opportunities to connect with others. The summit supports and inspires women to greater engagement in public service careers, elected office, appointed positions, and advocacy and public policy roles.
Following closing remarks, join us for a Networking Happy Hour from 3–4 PM for a chance to unwind, exchange ideas and build lasting connections with peers from across public service.
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All Jane Nelson Institute for Women's Leadership programs and events are open to any resident of the state of Texas, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, or other protected characteristic. This includes the Institute's funding opportunities, which are available to all eligible persons.
Agenda
🕑: 07:30 AM - 08:15 AM
Check-in and Registration
🕑: 08:15 AM - 08:50 PM
Welcome
🕑: 08:50 AM - 09:20 AM
Morning Session | Staying Neutral in a Political Environment
🕑: 09:20 AM - 09:35 AM
Break & Headshots
🕑: 09:35 AM - 10:20 AM
Concurrent Breakout Session I
Info: Sessions include: Across the Generational Divide; Parks, Politics and Professionalism; and Lights, Camera, Economic Impact
🕑: 10:20 AM - 10:35 AM
Break & Headshots
🕑: 10:35 AM - 11:20 AM
Facilitated Networking Sessions
Info: Networking sections include: Public Service Power; Candidate Curious; and Advocacy Impact
🕑: 11:30 AM - 11:45 AM
JNIWL Distinguished Public Service Award Presentation
🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Lunch
🕑: 12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Afternoon Session | The Changing Face of County Leadership: A Decade of Data
🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:00 PM
Break & Headshots
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:45 PM
Concurrent Breakout Session II
Info: Sessions include: Win. Lose. Lead. Repeat.; Order in the House; and Pull Up a Chair
🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:00 PM
Break & Headshots
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:50 PM
Keynote Session
🕑: 02:50 PM - 03:00 PM
Closing
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Networking Happy Hour
Info: Following closing remarks, join us for a Networking Happy Hour for a chance to unwind, exchange ideas and build lasting connections with peers from across public service.
Event venue
Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center, 3100 Town Center Trail, Denton, United States
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