Monday, October 6, 2025

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM | Morning Networking Break

12:45 PM - 2:15 PM | WIPL Real Talk Luncheon: Stories of Resilience and Stability Through Change

Pull up a seat for an uplifting midday luncheon session where impactful, personal stories take center stage—the kind of real stories that aren’t easy to share, but remind us that challenges are part of every woman’s journey. Three influential women from the WIPL community will deliver TED-style talks on resilience, courage, and finding strength in times of uncertainty. Their individual stories offer not only vulnerability and inspiration, but also a deep sense of relatability and a powerful reminder that growth can come from even the hardest moments. Following the talks, join fellow attendees in a reflective, interactive experience designed to process what surfaced, share your own insights, and walk away feeling more connected and empowered.

3:15 PM - 3:30 PM | Transition Break

4:45 PM - 5:30 PM | Day 1 Afternoon Plenary - Persona to Super Power: Reimagining What it Means for Women to Lead the Legal Industry

What if your professional identity was more than a role—what if it was your superpower? In this high-energy afternoon plenary session, six dynamic women from across the legal industry will take the stage for five-minute lightning talks, each representing a distinct WIPL Persona:

WIPL Personas

These women will voice the real-world strategies, mindset shifts, and personal breakthroughs that helped them transform their persona into an impactful superpower. Expect practical takeaways, candid insights, and a powerful dose of inspiration to fuel your own journey. No matter your path, you'll leave reminded of the unique strength you already possess and how to use it to lead boldly and confidently in the legal world.
 

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM | Networking Reception

Tuesday, October 7, 2025

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Day 2 Keynote: To Be Announced

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM | Morning Networking Break

12:45 PM - 2:00 PM | Networking Lunch

3:00 PM - 3:15 PM | Transition Break

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Champagne Roundtables

Wrap up Day 2 of the Women, Influence & Power in Law Conference with a glass of champagne and engaging conversations! Our Champagne Roundtable discussions, a highlight of WIPL, provide an informal, interactive small-group setting for WIPL attendees to connect, exchange ideas, and dive deeper into timely topics. To ensure a meaningful experience, each topic will be hosted at two separate tables, with a maximum of ten participants per table. Sign-up details will be shared as the event approaches—stay tuned!

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | WIPL Awards Cocktail Reception

This event requires a separate registration.
Please contact Andre Sutton at 757.721.9020 or email asutton@alm.com for tickets.

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | WIPL Awards Dinner & Ceremony

This event requires a separate registration.
Please contact Andre Sutton at 757.721.9020 or email asutton@alm.com for tickets.

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Day 3 Keynote - From Bold Moves to Breakthroughs: Finding the Wild Courage to Soar Outside of Your Comfort Zone

Taking risks can feel especially uncomfortable for women in the legal profession, but true transformation can only begin at the edge of comfort. In this keynote, New York Times Bestselling Author and Former Google Executive, Jenny Wood, explores what it means to push past the fear of failure and uncertainty, and reframe it as a powerful tool for growth. Whether you’re contemplating a career leap, launching a new idea, or advocating more boldly for yourself in a high-stakes environment, this session will help you embrace risk with intention and take the kind of chances that lead to meaningful growth.


Jenny Wood, NYT Bestselling Author, Former Google Executive, Expert in Driving Transformational Business Change, Influencing Customers, and Improving Team Engagement

11:15 AM - 11:30 AM | Transition Break

12:35 PM - 1:35 PM | Closing Lunch Plenary Session - The Human Advantage: Igniting the Spark within You That Can't Be Programmed

It’s easy to get swept up in the power of technology and AI, but there’s one thing it will never replace: the authentic human edge. Culture, trust, and meaningful connection remain uniquely human strengths that drive effective communication, strengthen relationships, and contribute to leadership success. In this transformative era, women in law have a unique opportunity to amplify their impact by mastering interpersonal skills that technology can never replicate. This dynamic session will explore how to deepen self-awareness, cultivate relational intelligence, and embrace the power of your presence. Join this insightful session as Lakeshia Ekeigwe, CEO & Founder of LeaderThinking, guides you to step into your power and leverage the qualities that make you an irreplaceable force in a world shaped by innovation.


Lakeshia Ekeigwe, CEO & Founder - LeaderThinking Global