Women With Unlimited Visions Virtual Conference

Colas Leadership Development, LLC

This two-day conference will educate, inspire and empower you to develop a mindset that nurtures unlimited visions through self-discovery.

In honor of Women History Month, Colas Leadership Development, LLC proudly presents Women With Unlimited Visions. A conference meticulously designed to build a community of united and empowered women from diverse backgrounds through networking, education, and inspiration as we elevate each other to unleash our full potential. There is greatness in YOU, and this conference will bring you the tools, resources, inspiration, and networking needed to thrive, create, and flourish in all aspects of your life. The presenters, instructors, and panelists are accomplished diverse women from various disciplines and aspects of life. In addition to inspirational and motivational presentations from amazing speakers, the workshops will give you the techniques to conquer your fear, identify your strengths, and unleash your potential. What should you expect?<ul><li>Hear from diverse and inspiring speakers. </li><li>Learn how to understand your worth and practice positive self-talk.</li><li>Learn great tips from women who are excelling in various disciplines.</li><li>Career planning and professional development.</li><li>Learn how to align yourself with your vision effectively.</li><li>Embark on a journey to self-discovery.</li><li>Connect with influencers who are making a difference in their community.</li><li>Learn how to develop a healthier relationship with money. </li><li>Learn how to develop emotional wellness, intelligence, and a healthier life balance.</li><li>Learn what credit is and how it works.</li><li>Learn the importance of marketing for a business.</li><li>Professional development and how to market your skills and talent.</li></ul>This conference is open to all women inclusively! Whether you are an entrepreneur, a professional in the corporate world, a new business owner, students, mothers, women in politics, the tech world, and the like. We welcome and want to hear from you!Attendees who RSVP will receive the virtual link two days before the event. We can only accommodate 100 attendees at a time; please reserve your spot today. We gladly welcome sponsorships and partnerships! Please contact the organizers at mc@colasleadershipdevelopment.com.

Meet our Keynote Speaker, The Honorable Judge Gisela T. Laurent

The Honorable Gisela T. Laurent was elected to serve as Orange County’s first Female Hispanic County Court Judge in 2016. During her time in County Court, Judge Laurent served in both criminal and civil divisions during her time on the county bench. In February, 2021, Judge Laurent was appointed to Circuit Court by the Governor where she currently serves Circuit Criminal Division 11.Prior to Judge Laurent’s service on the judiciary, she served the community as a bi-lingual Orlando attorney who advocated on behalf of Orange County’s diverse populations.  She represented more than 2,000 clients, ensuring they had a clear understanding of the justice system and the impact of their cases.Judge Laurent’s practice focused on family law, civil domestic-violence injunctions, and federal and state criminal defense.  Gisela entered private practice in 2004 after earning business and law degrees from the University of Florida Warrington College of Business and the University of Florida Levin College of Law.Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Judge Laurent moved with her parents to Orange County at age three.  She attended Orange County Public Schools from elementary to high school.  Judge Laurent gained her hard-work ethic from her parents, who had immigrated from the Dominican Republic more than three decades ago.  They owned and operated a dry-cleaning company and an auto-body business for 35 years.In 2002, Judge Laurent was competitively selected to serve as a Law Clerk for United States Attorney’s Office, Middle District of Florida, where she assisted the United States in the post-conviction relief in the appellate division.  Upon graduation from law school in 2003, Judge Laurent accepted a position with the Ninth Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office, where she represented the poor and indigent community in all stages of criminal defense.  The Honorable Gisela T. Laurent believes that civility, integrity and professionalism are hallmarks of justice for all.  She believes attorneys and judges have mutual obligations to one another to enhance and preserve the dignity and integrity of our courtrooms.

Meet our Keynote Speaker, Councilmember Christine Ellis, from the City of Chandler AZ

Councilmember Christine Ellis was born and raised in Haiti and moved to the United States in 1986. She has resided in Chandler since 1987. She has been married to her husband, Benjamin, for 32 years and has two children, Sean and Taliah.Councilmember Ellis has a Bachelor of Science, in Nursing from Grand Canyon University and has worked as an RN for many large hospitals and care facilities, while holding many high-level positions such as Director of Nursing in the Metro Phoenix area. She has also taught medical assistant and certified nursing classes in Arizona’s community colleges.From 1998 to 2015, she founded and operated Cedar Sanctuary LLC, realizing that families needed an alternative to caring for their loved ones. In addition to caring for the elderly, she has been a part of the foundation of The Bridge/FCS Ministry for more than 17 years, which helps feed the local homeless population and provides for their spiritual needs, partnering with other ministries in Arizona.As a Councilmember, she serves on local and regional committees, including:City of Chandler Communications and Public Affairs, Information Technology and Management Services SubcommitteeCity of Chandler Community Services, Economic Development, Neighborhood Resources and Cultural Development SubcommitteeMaricopa Association of Governments (MAG) Domestic Violence CouncilCouncilmember Ellis also volunteers with:Co-founded Oppression Healing MinistryAdvisory Board Member of HASCED (Haitian American Center for Social Economic Development)Committee Member - For Our CityChair of Pollack Haitian Hope CenterBoard Member of Midwest International Food Bank AZHer past service in Chandler and beyond includes:Citizen Bond Exploratory Public Works Subcommittee for 2020Member, Governor-Appointed Board, Infection Control, State of Arizona, Assisted Living RepChandler SDA Church Building Committee BoardCo-Founder of the non-profit The Bridge for Community ServicesCo-Chair HID (Haiti Infrastructure and Development) Co-Founder, Village D’Esperance Orphanage in HaitiCo-Founder, Haitian Disaster Relief, Board PresidentCo-Chair, Haitian American Center for Social Economic Development - HACSED

We are honored to welcome these amazingly inspiring women! Reserve your spot today! It's going to be an explosion of motivation!

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