On Demand: International Women's Day
On Demand Webcast: International Women's Day
On March 7, 2024, our online networks came together for an immersive online webinar centered around Inspiring Inclusion.
The International Women's Day 2024 campaign aims to empower all of us to invest in women and develop change for all women. Discover how you as a leader can build a deeper understanding and appreciation for how women's inclusion contributes to shaping a more inclusive world. Explore the profound impact of inspiring women to embrace inclusion, fostering a sense of belonging, relevance, and empowerment.
✨ Meet our Speakers!
Danika Veldkamp, The Channel Company
Danika is a seasoned marketing expert, boasting a rich background spanning over a decade in relationship-building and human-centric marketing strategies. Her professional journey is marked by a unique blend of creative ingenuity, positioning her as a versatile force in marketing and communications.
Driven by a passion for innovation and growth, Danika is invested in using her creative prowess and business acumen to help businesses and individuals succeed and create strong connections. Her dedication to human-centric strategies highlights her pursuit of the greater good for her clients and partners.
Maryann Pagano, Blackhawk Data
With over two decades of customer support and leadership, Maryann Pagano stands at the helm of BlackHawk Data as its Chief Executive Officer and co-founder. She spearheads the establishment and nurturing of the company's vendor-partner ecosystem and distribution relationships, aligning them with the goals of BlackHawk Data's clientele to deliver exceptional experiences.
Maryann leverages her extensive expertise in customer service and leadership to drive impactful decisions aimed at advancing the company's mission. From fostering a culture that values alignment with core values to nurturing employee development, she prioritizes enhancing the customer experience. Additionally, Maryann leads the organization's sales team and oversees marketing endeavors, bolstering BlackHawk Data's market presence and capacity to provide tailored solutions for client success.
Claudia Gómez Llamas, Schneider Electric
Claudia is a distinguished multicultural executive boasting over 25 years of extensive experience within global corporations. With a specialized focus on Strategy, Marketing, and Sales, Claudia has consistently demonstrated her ability to drive tangible results, cultivate business opportunities, foster revenue growth, and enhance profitability across diverse markets.
Central to Claudia's expertise is her adeptness in team management, having successfully led both local and remote teams while fostering effective relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders at all organizational levels. Her profound understanding of financial concepts and adeptness in P&L management further underscore her prowess in driving strategic business initiatives.
At the core of Claudia's philosophy lies the belief that marketing is not merely an art but a meticulously measured and analyzed process, constantly evolving, and adapting to drive incremental revenue. She emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between marketing and sales, asserting that both are integral components of the same equation. Claudia champions the primacy of strategy, message, and content over mere tactics, recognizing them as pivotal drivers of marketing effectiveness.
Cass Cooper, MHR, The Channel Company
Cass is dedicated to fostering inclusive cultures and eliminating bias within institutional structures. With a fervent commitment to nurturing inclusion, Cass empowers businesses to thrive through the cultivation of equitable environments.
Cass employs a unique approach as a professional chaos whisperer, guiding leaders through the complexities of bias and exclusion within their organizations. She constantly reminds us that we are thermostats not thermometers creating cultures by design and strategically leveraging team strengths by addressing areas of improvement. Cooper’s facilitation style points to the development of healthy corporate cultures and fosters a greater sense of belonging among team members.
Central to Cooper’s methodology is the use of data-driven insights in change management. She firmly believes that informed decisions based on data are essential for driving inclusion initiatives forward. With a deeper understanding of organizational dynamics, businesses are better equipped to enact meaningful change.
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