BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID: BEGIN:VEVENT UID:038481ob DTSTAMP:20260612T194420Z DTSTART:20260812T130000Z DTEND:20260812T212000Z LOCATION: The Ritz-Carlton\, New Orleans (New Orleans\, 70112) SUMMARY: 2026 Women's Conference DESCRIPTION: Join Us at the 2026 LCPA Women’s Conference – Ritz-Carlton\, New Orleans as part of Ledgers &\; Legends Week.This year’s conference blends high-impact CPE sessions with personal and professional development focused on leadership\, wellness\, work-life integration\, and long-term success. From building confidence and navigating workplace dynamics to managing stress and planning for the future\, each session is designed to help women thrive in both career and life.Enjoy a full day of engaging speakers\, powerful insights\, interactive experiences\, and valuable networking\, all culminating in moments of connection and renewal you won’t find anywhere else\n \nJoin us for a conference where women don’t just learn and network\, they pause\, connect\, and brew their best lives together. Bring your personality\, your confidence\, and wear your favorite tea-party attire as we gather for an inspiring and memorable event.\n \nAGENDA: 7:30 – 7:55 am Registration and Continental Breakfast 7:55 – 8:00 am Welcome &\; Opening Remarks 8:30 – 9:30 am Own Your Worth: How to Increase Your Value Professionally and Personally Mary Jane Walsh • Mary Jane Walsh THRIVE – Business and Life Coaching • New Orleans\, LA This session delivers the psychology\, the language\, and the relationship strategy to see value clearly\, communicate it confidently\, and turn it into the recognition\, opportunity\, and compensation it commands. Doing excellent work is not the same as being valued for it\, and closing that gap is a learnable skill\, not a personality trait. 9:30 – 10:30 am Lost in Translation: Communicating with Confidence Across GenerationsMelissa Thompson\, PhD • Success Labs • Baton Rouge\, LAToday's workplace spans four generations\, and what reads as confident communication in one may land as dismissive or unclear in another. This session explores how generational differences shape the way we speak\, listen\, and lead\, and offers practical tools for communicating with clarity and confidence across those divides. 10:30 – 10:50 am Break 10:50 am – 12:05 pm Spreadsheet by Day\, Real Life Always Becky Hammond\, CPA\, CISA\, CITP\, CGAP • Carr\, Riggs &\; Ingram\, LLC • New Orleans\, LA Gretchen Fischer\, CPA\, MBA • Ericksen Krentel LLP • New Orleans\, LA Nene Glenn Gianfala\, CPA/ABV\, ASA-BV/IA • Chaffe &\; Associates • New Orleans\, LA Jennifer Fuselier\, CPA • EisnerAmper • Metairie\, LA Kearia White\, CPA • Kearia White\, CPA\, LLC • Broussard\, LA Catherine Roe\, CPA • Cowart Roe CPA LLC • Metairie\, LA Women today are balancing demanding careers\, leadership roles\, family responsibilities\, and personal goals — often all at once. Hear from industry leaders as they share honest insights on flexibility\, burnout prevention\, career growth\, and creating workplaces where professionals can thrive both inside and outside the office. 12:05 – 1:05 pm Lunch 1:05 – 1:55 Health and Wellness In Stressful Times Laila Morcos Zissis\, PCC\, NBC-HWC\, CMC • Owner/Laila Morcos Zissis\, LLC • New Orleans\, LA Did you know that chronic stress doesn't just live in your mind—it physically rewires your body? If you are a female leader running on empty\, it’s time to stop treating wellness as a luxury and start treating it as your greatest business asset. In this powerful\, data-driven talk\, transformational coach Laila Morcos Zissis shares how to stop managing symptoms and start healing at the root. Discover how to transform stress into sustainable performance\, optimize your cellular energy\, and become the most vibrant\, resilient version of yourself – even during global chaos! 1:55 – 2:25 Break\, Bend &\; Defend: A Collaborative Fitness &\; Defense Session Becky Hammond\, CPA\, CISA\, CITP\, CGAP • Carr\, Riggs &\; Ingram\, LLC • New Orleans\, LA Experience an energizing and interactive 30 minute session designed to build confidence\, connection\, and practical skills. Participants will engage in a dynamic teamwork demonstration\, including guided board breaking that highlights trust\, focus\, and collective support. The session also incorporates light stretching to promote mobility and reduce tension\, followed by an introduction to simple\, effective self defense techniques for everyday awareness and personal safety. Perfect for all experience levels\, this session blends movement\, empowerment\, and collaboration in a fun and supportive environment. 2:25 – 2:45 Break 2:45 – 3:35 Pass the Torch (Without Getting Burned) Nene Glenn Gianfala\, CPA/ABV\, ASA-BV/IA • Chaffe &\; Associates • New Orleans\, LA Vanessa Brown Claiborne\, CPA\, ABV\, ASA\, AEP • Chaffe &\; Associates\, Inc. • New Orleans\, LA Privately held businesses are often the cornerstone of an owner’s wealth\, making a well-structured succession plan essential for a successful retirement. This session will explore practical strategies for transitioning ownership in today’s M&\;A environment\, including timing considerations\, market dynamics\, and aligning exit goals with current deal conditions. Attendees will gain insight into how to position a business for a smooth transition while maximizing value and minimizing disruption. 3:35 – 4:50 From Survive to Thrive: Slowing Down to Speed Up Hannah Sensenbrenner Morrow\, M.S. •?Intuition Works •?New Orleans\, LA In today's fast-changing world\, creativity and innovation are not just buzzwords—they are essential leadership skills. Yet\, many leaders unknowingly operate in survival mode\, prioritizing efficiency\, stability\, and the age-old "Because we've always done it this way" excuse at the expense of experimentation\, new ideas\, and moving forward. This highly interactive session will challenge leaders to break free from old patterns and embrace a Thrive mindset—one that starts with a counterintuitive truth: sometimes the fastest path forward begins with slowing down. By creating space to pause\, reflect\, and reset\, leaders can build the psychological safety their teams need to take risks\, surface new ideas\, and innovate with confidence. Through applied improvisation\, engaging discussions\, and real-world leadership frameworks—including Kotter's Survive &\; Thrive Channels—participants will explore how intentional pauses and a culture of reflection can unlock creativity and adaptability across their organizations. This isn't your normal workshop—it's a judgment-free creative playground where leaders will practice taking risks\, challenging assumptions\, and leading outside the lines. \n \n\nThe 2026 Women’s Conference proudly kicks off the 2nd Annual Ledgers and Legends Week\, a week dedicated to connection\, learning\, and celebration across Louisiana’s accounting and finance community at the Ritz-Carlton in New Orleans. Join us for a full week of learning\, connection\, and celebration across the profession\n \n\nBusiness and Industry Conference (Thursday\, August 13 and Friday\, August 14) \nLedgers and Legends Ball (Saturday\, August 15) \nEthics for Public Practice (Sunday\, August 16) \nLouisiana/Governmental Accounting &\; Auditing Conference (Monday\, August 17 and Tuesday\, August 18) \nForensic\, Litigation\, and Valuation Services Conference (Monday\, August 17 and Tuesday\, August 18)\nRelax &\; Recharge During Ledgers &\; Legends WeekTake time to unwind during your conference stay at the Ritz Spa with exclusive wellness perks\n \n\nLouisiana Residents: Enjoy 20% off spa services Monday–Thursday with valid Louisiana ID. \nLCPA Attendees: Enjoy a 15% discount through the weekend by mentioning LCPA and the contracted discount when booking &\; checking out. CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR