Power Your Potential is an annual conference bringing together women from across the region for powerful conversations, practical learning, meaningful connections,
and inspiration to move forward.
Presented by The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County, in collaboration with POWER: The Power of Professional Women Philadelphia as our affiliate sponsor, the conference connects women at every stage of their careers and businesses to learn, collaborate, and POWER THEIR POTENTIAL.
POWER YOUR POTENTIAL
Montgomery County Women's Conference
Friday, October 2, 2026
Normandy Farm Hotel & Conference Center
8 am - 3 pm
Conference Fee: $199
No refunds will be offered after September 18th
Morning Keynote Speaker
Ana Welsh
Workplace Dynamics Keynote Speaker | Ana Welsh Speaker's Reel
Power Your Signature Self™
Timeless Principles for Success, No Matter the Generation
Description: Whether you're just beginning your career, leading a team, mentoring the next generation, or somewhere in between, the qualities that build trust, strengthen relationships, and create opportunity remain remarkably consistent. While the workplace continues to evolve, human nature hasn't.
In this inspiring keynote, Ana Welsh shares three simple shifts that help professionals of every generation become more intentional about how they show up and how others experience them. Blending modern workplace insights with timeless principles of human nature, attendees will discover how small daily interactions compound into stronger reputations, deeper relationships, and meaningful careers.
LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anawelshspeaks
Web - https://anawelsh.com
Afternoon Keynote Speaker
Christine Miles
Listen to Understand | Christine Miles Speaker's Reel
Shine A Light: Closing the Listening Gap
Description: Great leaders shine a light on every conversation by listening to truly understand. When people feel heard, trust grows, and trust drives stronger teams, loyal customers, and better results.
TEDx speaker, award-winning author, and creator of The Listening Path Christine Miles reveals the hidden cost of the listening gap: the distance between what is said and what is understood. U.S. businesses lose an estimated $1.2 trillion a year to communication breakdowns
Through stories, practical tools, and interactive exercises, Christine shows you how to close that gap.
When you listen to understand, you earn the right to lead
LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thelisteningguide
Web -The Listening Path® | Listen to Understand
POWER Session 1
The LinkedIn Handshake: LI & AI - the Human Way
Mass automation and generic AI outreach burn bridges faster than they build pipeline in a noisy digital marketplace. Winning on LinkedIn relies on pairing artificial intelligence with authentic relationship building to research, target, and engage with unprecedented precision.
This interactive, 50-minute breakout session cuts through the hype to deliver practical, highly actionable strategies for sales professionals and networkers. Participants will learn how to transform LinkedIn into a high-converting growth engine without sacrificing personal authenticity.
Presenter:
Brynne Tillman - CEO of Social Sales Link, co-host of the podcast Making Sales Social, and a co-author of the best-selling books The LinkedIn Edge and Prompt Writing Made Easy
Imposter Syndrome: Moving Beyond Self-Doubt
Do you know that nagging voice telling you that you don't belong, that you got lucky, that any day now someone's going to realize you're not as capable as they think? It has a name, and it's far more common than you'd guess. It doesn't discriminate by title, industry, or background — whether you lead a team, run your own business, or navigate a career you've spent years building.
In this interactive session, you'll:
- Identify your personal Imposter Syndrome persona
- Understand how these thoughts hold you back — and ripple out to your team or clients
- Walk away with three practical strategies
You'll leave with a tool for reframing self-doubt and a plan for building your own support network.
Presenter:
Danette Conley - Director, Employee Development at Incyte
Strategic Relationships that Matter - In Every Generation
Career paths rarely move in straight lines. They turn on conversations, introductions, and the people who see something in you and say your name in the right room. In this interactive Power Session, Omlie Founder & CEO Sarah Burlew will help you treat those relationships as a core part of your career strategy, not a nice‑to‑have. Through guided reflection and practical exercises, you’ll map the key moments in your work life, identify the “bench” of people you need for your next chapter, and practice simple, authentic outreach you can actually send. You’ll walk away with a clearer picture of where your support is strong, where it’s thin, and 1–2 concrete actions you can take immediately to strengthen your network in a way that feels true to you.
Presenter:
Sarah Burlew - Founder and CEO of Omlie
Getting Unstuck: What’s Really Holding You Back Financially?
Sometimes the biggest obstacle to financial success isn't a lack of knowledge. It's the beliefs, habits, and experiences that quietly shape our financial decisions. In this session, attendees will explore the barriers that keep women stuck, discover how past experiences influence present choices, and learn practical strategies to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Key takeaways:
- Identify the beliefs that hold you back.
- Understand how your money story shapes your decisions.
- Break through financial procrastination.
- Take one meaningful step toward greater financial confidence.
Presenter:
Lisa White Burns - Founder of Her Path, LLC
POWER Session 2
The Wellness Workshop: Create Healthy Habits That Stick
Wellness isn't about changing everything at once. It's about making intentional choices that have the greatest impact on your health. This session will provide practical information and help participants create realistic, personalized wellness goals they can begin immediately.
Presenter:
Makenzie Lawson - The Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Jefferson Health
Imposter Syndrome: Moving Beyond Self-Doubt
Do you know that nagging voice telling you that you don't belong, that you got lucky, that any day now someone's going to realize you're not as capable as they think? It has a name, and it's far more common than you'd guess. It doesn't discriminate by title, industry, or background — whether you lead a team, run your own business, or navigate a career you've spent years building.
In this interactive session, you'll:
- Identify your personal Imposter Syndrome persona
- Understand how these thoughts hold you back — and ripple out to your team or clients
- Walk away with three practical strategies
You'll leave with a tool for reframing self-doubt and a plan for building your own support network.
Presenter:
Danette Conley - Director, Employee Development at Incyte
The LinkedIn Handshake: LI & AI - the Human Way
Mass automation and generic AI outreach burn bridges faster than they build pipeline in a noisy digital marketplace. Winning on LinkedIn relies on pairing artificial intelligence with authentic relationship building to research, target, and engage with unprecedented precision.
This interactive, 50-minute breakout session cuts through the hype to deliver practical, highly actionable strategies for sales professionals and networkers. Participants will learn how to transform LinkedIn into a high-converting growth engine without sacrificing personal authenticity.
Presenter:
Brynne Tillman - CEO of Social Sales Link, co-host of the podcast Making Sales Social, and a co-author of the best-selling books The LinkedIn Edge and Prompt Writing Made Easy
Build the Business You Actually Want: Your WHY, Vision & Strategy
Entrepreneurship gives you the opportunity to build something on your terms, but it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day and lose sight of why you started in the first place. In this interactive workshop, you'll step back and focus on why you're building your business, what you actually want it to become, and how to turn that vision into intentional strategy.
Through practical content and small-group exercises, you'll explore how your WHY can guide your decisions, clarify the vision you have for your business and your life, and help you determine what you should be saying yes to, saying no to, and doing differently today. You'll leave with greater clarity about where you're going, why you're going there, and one or two strategic next steps to move your business forward with purpose.
Presenter:
Leslie Wheeling - Certified Executive Coach and Leadership Development Consultant
Thank you to our POWER Session Sponsors:
The Woman of Excellence Award is presented annually to a leader who exemplifies outstanding achievement, vision, and service to others. Honorees demonstrate a deep commitment to advancing women in leadership, strengthening their organizations, and making a lasting difference in the community.
This year, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County is proud to recognize Mary Griffith-Alfarano, Vice President and Business Banking Manager for Bucks and Montgomery County at Fulton Bank. Mary is a passionate advocate for small businesses and a dedicated community leader who has spent her career empowering others to achieve their goals. Through her leadership in business banking, service to the Chamber and Montgomery Township, and more than 13 years of support and leadership with Laurel House, Mary has made a meaningful impact throughout our community.
A committed mentor and champion for the next generation, Mary inspires others through her generosity, leadership, and unwavering belief in the power of people and businesses to thrive. Her impact is perhaps best captured by how our business community knows her—simply as “Mary.” No last name needed; everyone knows who she is.
Sponsored By:
Scan below for a list of our sponsors and to link to their respective websites.
