Empowering Women in Business Conference Sessions

Morgan Elizabeth Hamer is a manifestation mentor, speaker, and founder of Morgan Manifests, a transformational platform helping women break free from burnout, set boundaries, and create lives of confidence and abundance. Certified in NLP life coaching and hypnosis, Morgan blends neuroscience, psychology, and spirituality into powerful, practical tools. Known for her relatable, no-fluff approach, she empowers women to lead with clarity and ease—without carrying the emotional load alone. From manifesting a seven-figure portfolio to mentoring hundreds, Morgan inspires others to live boldly, intuitively, and on their own terms. Certified in NLP life coaching and hypnosis, Morgan is known for her relatable, uplifting approach and transformative frameworks like Support, Don’t Solve. Through her work, she has helped women around the world build confidence, achieve clarity, and take aligned action toward their goals—without sacrificing their well-being. Morgan has personally manifested a seven-figure real estate portfolio and a freedom-based business and now teaches others to do the same. She’s passionate about helping women lead with impact, trust their intuition, and create lives they truly loves.

Leah Marone, LCSW is a seasoned psychotherapist and corporate mental wellness consultant, brings over 20 years of experience. With 20,000+ therapy sessions and articles in Psychology Today, The Atlantic, and Newsweek, she's renowned for expertise in mental health. Leah, a former Division 1 basketball player, specializes in high-achieving individuals, tackling internal pressures like imposter syndrome and perfectionism. Her services include anxiety management, burnout prevention, boundary setting, mindfulness, communication, and emotional intelligence, tailored to each organization's culture and needs.

Angela M. Smith, MBA, PHR, SHRM-CP, is equal parts people strategist, culture architect, and impact enthusiast. As a fractional HR leader and advisor, she helps mission-driven organizations thrive by designing people-first initiatives that fuse purpose with performance. From reimagining leadership development to leading culture-forward recruiting and engagement strategies, Angela puts the human back in Human Resources—and the purpose back in profit. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Mashable, and The Muse, and she’s an #IamRemarkable facilitator passionate about empowering others to create meaningful change. When she’s not advising values-aligned companies, Angela is likely teaching meditation, hiking, or hunting for the world’s best pastry. With deep experience and a global perspective shaped by 2.5 years of nomadic travel, she believes the future of work isn't just about better business—it’s about building a better world.

Danielle M. Price, M.Ed. is the most atypical engineer you'd ever meet. As a Nuclear Engineer, Danielle not only used her analytical and technical skills but her relationship-building skills to manage all the high voltage electrical systems. She left her engineering career to pursue a career in training and development. Danielle now runs an Employee Experience consulting business where she partners with organizations to boost employee retention and engagement using her proprietary framework, The C.A.R.E. Method.

With over 15 years of experience in operational management, I specialize in helping business owners and organizational leaders tap into their creative potential while achieving a balanced work/life dynamic. By streamlining operations and enhancing team strategies, I help clients operate more efficiently, reduce stress, and foster sustainable growth. I’m passionate about guiding businesses to achieve clarity and long-term success. My mission is to empower others through thoughtful, values-based leadership and innovative solutions.

Susana Briscoe-Alba is the Founder & CEO of Dunamis Coaching & Consulting, where she equips women—especially women of color—to secure six-figure roles and lead with purpose. A proud Afro-Latina with roots in Detroit and the Dominican Republic, Susana draws on over a decade of experience in higher education, leadership, and career development. Her signature C.E.L.L.S. framework—Connect, Embrace, Learn, Lead, Serve—guides clients in building careers rooted in authenticity and impact. A bilingual speaker and powerful storyteller, Susana inspires professionals to embrace their identity, own their value, and redefine success on their own terms.

Kim Angeli is a trusted advisor to successful business owners and a globally recognized leader in integrating gratitude into business and life. With over 23 years of entrepreneurial experience, she inspires leaders to align their work with purpose, impact, and intentional gratitude. After graduating from East Carolina University, she launched her career with Campbell Soup, Sprint Wireless, and Cisco Systems. Following the dot-com bust, she boldly founded her own insurance agency just 11 days after 9/11—operating from a guest room closet. Over 15 years, she built, grew, and merged multiple agencies before selling her practice for a 600% profit. Now a sought-after speaker and consultant, she helps business owners build value-driven enterprises while embracing the power of gratitude as a competitive advantage. When she’s not speaking or consulting, she enjoys boating, reading, spa days, and traveling with her husband, daughter, and two English labs, Katie and Henry. She is also a proud Rotarian, committed to global service.

Kristy Kuhl is a high-performance coach, speaker, and podcast host who empowers ambitious entrepreneurs and leaders to rise into their next level with clarity and confidence. With a background in disruptive sales, performance psychology, and personal transformation, Kristy helps clients achieve meaningful success—rooted in alignment, not burnout. Her approach combines neuroscience, mindset, and strategy to accelerate results and create goals that feel as good as they look. She’s the host of Keep Rising with Kristy Kuhl, a top-rated podcast blending expert interviews and coaching insights to elevate mindset, productivity, relationships, and personal growth across all industries.

Lindsay is a dynamic Speaker, Team Development Specialist, and Corporate Yoga/Meditation Instructor dedicated to helping organizations build healthier, more connected teams. As the founder of Yoga Nut, she provides practical wellness tools that enhance focus, reduce stress, increase energy, and boost team morale—transforming workplace culture from the inside out. With a background in psychology and public health, Lindsay brings over a decade of experience in the wellness industry, along with real-world insight from her time in the corporate sector. Her tailored worksite wellness programs, offered both in-person and virtually, are designed to meet teams where they are and support sustainable well-being. Lindsay has partnered with companies like Tech Well, Aeroflow, and Diamond Brand Gear, and her work has been featured in Forbes, The Joyous Parent, and Entrepreneur’s Gone Wild. A passionate advocate for work-life flow and continual growth, Lindsay also teaches meditation and facilitates #IamRemarkable workshops—empowering professionals to thrive in work and in life.

Emily Green is a TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of Grace Communications and Emily Green LLC. After building and selling a national marketing agency, she launched her personal brand to empower others through speaking, consulting, and her podcast, Love Means Business. Emily leads the online Speaker Support & Referral Group, connecting thought leaders with opportunities. She speaks on business growth, toxic love, confidence, and personal development. A mom, wife, and avid traveler, Emily brings heart and real-world insight to every stage, helping others turn life’s hardest moments into their greatest strengths.

Toyinda L. Smith is the powerhouse behind The Coaching Seat®, LLC, a leadership and certification firm transforming professionals into confident coaches, speakers, and facilitators. With 25+ years in education and business, Toyinda helps individuals and teams boost performance, align purpose, and generate results. An award-winning international speaker and former NCAA D-I champion, she’s certified over 75 coaches, trained 400+ professionals, and worked with top-tier clients like Amazon, Chick-fil-A, Syngenta, Fifth Third Bank, and Purdue University. Her practical, energizing tools ignite clarity, courage, and career momentum. Toyinda is the author of The Handbook to Coach Yourself and delivered a compelling 2023 TEDx talk, “Bravery Determines Whether You Are Active or Inactive.” She also leads the nonprofit Legacy of Women, Inc., and is a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Her breakout session will inspire you to step into your power, clarify your message, and lead with confidence.

As an entrepreneur in Charlotte for 20 years, Cara Truitt has built businesses and communities with the power of connection. She is co-owner of Oak Street Trucking, Inc., an Executive Producer for TEDx, and the Host of Mic Drop Club Charlotte. In 2024, Cara was honored as one of the Top 50 Women to Know In North Carolina. As a community leader, she has collaborated with many non-profit organizations and local business owners and is passionate about fostering inclusivity and a culture of intentional connection in her community. Cara's diverse career path from creative arts - to leading healthcare and logistics teams - to founding a wellness collective during the pandemic, has led her to facilitate many transformational experiences for diverse groups. When she's not speaking or facilitating, you'll find her at home or hiking the greenway with her husband and two young children, her greatest teachers in mindfulness.

Lynne’s interests are both broad and deep. She is fascinated by human behavior and believes there is something to be learned from every person and interaction—especially the most challenging ones. Her career began in retail, where she built a strong foundation rooted in service. She then transitioned into manufacturing to understand how ideas are brought to life. A move into healthcare gave her valuable experience navigating constant change and complexity, while the utility sector offered insights into enterprise-wide software transformations. Before launching her own consulting practice, Lynne held leadership roles at Atrium Health, Burt’s Bees, Tommy Hilfiger, Union Bay, and Vietri.

Melinda’s magic is in her story telling. A former award-winning television news anchor and journalist, she spent more than 15 years, perfecting the art of captivating audiences and keeping them engaged. From presidential campaigns to municipal budgets, to prize cattle and wild animal stories - Melinda finds the underlying messages that bring a story to life. Now a seasoned business consultant, Melinda has used her experience and communications skills to help individuals, non-profits and companies transform their stories and grow their businesses. Her unique marketing approach allows business owners to tap into their unique charisma, unlock their natural magic and attract the customers they want most. It really is magic!

Melissa Kilby is an accomplished nonprofit executive and a recognized global leader in youth leadership and empowerment. She currently serves as President & CEO of Junior Achievement of Central Carolinas, where she leads efforts to inspire and prepare young people for success in a global economy. Previously, Melissa was the CEO of Girl Up, a global movement that, under her leadership from 2011 to 2025, engaged over 345,000 girl leaders across 155 countries and all 50 U.S. states in advancing gender equality and social change. A graduate of the University of Missouri – Columbia with a Bachelor of Journalism degree in Strategic Communication, Melissa also completed a competitive nonprofit fundraising program through Harvard’s Kennedy School. She was named to Fortune Magazine’s 40 Under 40 list in 2020 and has been featured in outlets such as MSNBC, Newsweek, HuffPost, and Harvard International Review. Melissa lives in Hickory, North Carolina, with her husband and two children.