LEADERSHIP REIMAGINED:

Who Leads, How We Lead, and Why It Matters

What does it take to be an effective leader in today’s world? Join us for insights and conversations with cross-sector leaders.

This event will examine how gender dynamics influence effective leadership across sectors including defense, media,medicine, business, and sports. Experts will share how gender-informed leadership enhances decision-making, team performance, and strategic success. Attendees will leave with practical insights to build stronger, more resilient organizations.

Meet Our Distinguished Speakers

Cathleen Pearl

Cathleen Pearl

Chief Impact Officer, Military Women's Memorial

Shelly O'Neil Stoneman

Shelly O'Neil Stoneman

Founder and Principal, StonePoint Strategies

Dr. Joan Johnson-Freese

Dr. Joan Johnson-Freese

Author, Security Expert

Kathryn 'Kitty' Pilgrim

Kathryn 'Kitty' Pilgrim

Award Winning Broadcast Journalist

Cailin Crockett

Cailin Crockett

Policy Expert

Joe Caravalho, M.D., Major General, USA (Ret.)

Joe Caravalho, M.D., Major General, USA (Ret.)

President and CEO, HJF

Sally Roberts

Sally Roberts

CEO, Wrestle Like A Girl (WLAG); US State Department Sports Diplomat

Dr. Sharon Bannister, DDS, MS, FACD, FICD, Maj Gen, USAF (Ret.)

Dr. Sharon Bannister, DDS, MS, FACD, FICD, Maj Gen, USAF (Ret.)

Program Details

Date

May 31, 2025

Time

10:30am – 12:00pm

Location

Military Women’s Memorial

10:30AM
Welcome Remarks

Cathleen Pearl, Military Women’s Memorial

10:35AM - 10:45AM
Opening Remarks

Shelly Stoneman, Founder/Principal, StonePoint Strategies

10:45AM - 11:10AM
Fireside Chat and Book Discussion

Joan Johnson-Freese, Ph.D., Author, Security Expert

Kitty Pilgrim, 25-year CNN Anchor & Correspondent

11:15AM - 12:00PM
Panel

Moderator: Cailin Crockett, Former Dir., Mil. Personnel

Joseph Caravalho, Jr., M.D., Henry Jackson Foundation

Sally Roberts, State Dept. Sports Diplomat

Maj Gen Sharon Bannister, USAF (Ret), DDS, MWM Board Policy, NSC

 

12:00PM
Closing Remarks
Guests are invited to stay to network, enjoy light brunch refreshments, and view the Memorial's exhibition galleries.

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