2024 Power Your Potential

Power Your Potential is an annual networking & educational conference featuring an inspirational keynote and influential Power Session presenters.

This regional conference brings together women from all levels to collaborate and inspire for success.

9th Annual Power Your Potential Women's Conference

Friday, October 18, 2024

8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

In-person Event | Conference Fee: $175

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Honoree Chair: Jamila Winder

Jamila Winder was elected to the Montgomery County board of Commissioners in 2024 and unanimously selected as the Chair. She most recently served on the East Norriton Township Board of Supervisors and was previously a director on the Norristown Area School Board. Her work experience has been in leading organizations in higher education, K-12, and education technology. Read More.

Morning Keynote Speaker: Ryan Manion

Ryan Manion has dedicated her life to supporting our nation’s military, veterans, and families of fallen heroes. She is inspired by the character, leadership, and sacrifice of her brother 1st Lt.Travis Manion, USMC, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the Al Anbar province of Iraq while drawing fire away from his wounded comrades on April 29th, 2007. Now the CEO of one of the nation’s leading veteran service organizations –Travis Manion Foundation – Ryan works to empower veterans and families of fallen heroes to inspire future generations to be change makers in their communities. Ryan is the co-author of The Knock at the Door, in which she shares her personal story of grief, and how she moved forward to be the best version of herself. She is also the host of The Resilient Life podcast, where her guests discuss their experiences with resilience and how they have turned their challenges into opportunities of growth.

Afternoon Keynote Speaker: Kim Wright

Kim Wright is the owner and operator of five Nothing Bundt Cakes bakery locations in the greater Philadelphia area (Wynnewood, Springfield, Wayne, Collegeville, and Warrington, Pennsylvania) where you can enjoy the most delicious bundt cakes you have ever experienced! Nothing Bundt Cakes loves participating in local events and supporting its communities through fundraising and donations. Prior to opening her first bakery in July of 2018, Kim co-founded Wright Commissioning with her husband, William Wright. Wright Commissioning is a Philadelphia-based commissioning firm in the construction industry, with projects across the U.S. She is a native-Texan who has been living in Pennsylvania for 15 years. Kim is a proud boy mom to sons Aidan, twins Brady and Jack, and Charlie. When she isn’t sharing delicious bundts around town, you can probably spot her at an ice rink, cheering on her sons playing the entire family’s favorite sport—hockey.

Woman of Excellence Honoree: Nanette Sciolla Carney

Nanette Sciolla Carney is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Carney Group. Nanette’s background includes many years’ experience with the IBM Corporation. After several promotions and a successful run with the Corporation, Nanette left the corporate world to raise a family of seven children. Volunteering in her community followed her children’s many activities including fundraising and CYO where she was a coach, advocate and athletic director. Read More.

POWER Awardee: Sara Sanders

Sara Sanders is a single mother of three wonderful boys and currently serves as the Director of Programs at Along the Way, a non-profit organization providing free childcare for low-income single mothers and families. Her journey with Along the Way began as a beneficiary of the organization's services, which led to her employment as a Case Manager. Later, she was promoted to Lead Case Manager before stepping into her current role. Read More.

POWER Sessions

Each session will be presented in both breakout segments.

Step to Your Line and Inspire Yourself: Unlock your power and step confidently into your role so you can lead with greater purpose and passion. This empowering session blends motivational insights with practical strategies, to allow you to quickly explore and enhance your impact. In one hour, you will practice with a tool to build confidence and resilience, have interactive discussion, and have an opportunity to ask questions and receive personalized insight from the facilitator and peers:

(Re)Discover Key Experiences: learn how to tap into your unique strengths and values to inspire yourself to lead authentically.
Clarity in Vision: Craft a compelling vision that aligns with your personal and professional goals and decide what you might communicate further to motivate and engage your team.
Actional Strategies: Develop a personalized action plan to implement your leadership insights and skills immediately and make a tangible impact in your world.

Presenter: Farnia Fresnel, The Lenserf Group

Unleashing The Wisdom & Wealth of Women

Planning is crucial, much like your annual physical. Understanding your goals helps you pivot through life’s rewards and challenges, navigating your path to success. Embrace your unique Money Story as it is Compelling and Valuable. No matter your phase of life, you’ll gain valuable insight from three generations to help you chart your Wise course forward with Confidence.

Presenters: Kelly Regan, Girard, a Univest Wealth Division and Megan Scott, Beacon Bridge Wealth Partners and moderator, Susan Gillespie, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management

Health Hacks for Mind & Body: We all want to live long, healthy, fulfilling lives. Initiating positive change can be daunting and, really--while juggling our infinite responsibilities--who has the time? You do. In this workshop, you will learn simple, quick ways to implement easy, sustainable healthy habits--from nutrition, to mindset, to life balance--and have fun while doing it.

Play Big Without Burning Out: 5-Minute Mindfulness for Busy Women

Balance and success redefined
5-minute mindfulness to the rescue
How to incorporate mindfulness seamlessly into your day

Change Your Plate, Change Your Life

Trends in using food as Medicine
Applying business best practices to health
3 tips for embarking a New Eating Style.

Presenters: Shonda Moralis, MSW, LCSW, psychotherapist, Women's Midlife Wellness and Marissa Costonis H.C., Change BITES, LLC

Communicate with Confidence and Conviction

Communication is key to our everyday interactions and a powerful tool as a leader. Yet, we often hold ourselves back or criticize ourselves after an important conversation or meeting. Let’s flip that conversation with ourselves, tap into our experience to reduce our stress, and communicate with confidence!

Join this interactive workshop to explore our strengths as communicators. During this session, we will practice ways to :