Annual Leadership Summit
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Yost Pharmacy
The 2025 Leadership Summit is a dynamic half-day event dedicated to celebrating and empowering leaders across the region. This year's theme, Female Firsts – Dames of the Decade, will spotlight extraordinary local news anchors and trailblazing women who are breaking barriers and shaping the future of leadership in the MADE region.
EVENT WILL START IN
MEET THE PANELISTS
Sheila Gray
WKRC
Panelist
Sheree Paolello
WLWT
Panelist
Kelly Rippin
WLWT
Panelist
Jessica Schmidt
FOX19
Panelist
Evan Millward
Anchor
Moderator
Sherry Taylor
President & CEO | MADE Chamber
Featured Speaker
Sherry Taylor embodies the spirit of transformative leadership and community empowerment, making her the ideal featured speaker for the 2025 Leadership Summit. Since taking the helm in 2014, Sherry has redefined the Chamber’s mission, vision, and strategic initiatives, leading a powerful rebrand that brought clarity, purpose, and growth to the MADE region. Her leadership during challenging times has fortified the Chamber’s financial stability, strengthened community engagement, and fostered a shared vision for a prosperous future.
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We’re excited to have Jenna Beers from Photography by Jenna at this year's Leadership Summit! Jenna will be offering professional headshots throughout the day at a special discounted rate—just $49 (regularly $99)! Update your professional look while networking and gaining leadership insights.
Ashley Smithson
Sous Chef | Great Wolf Lodge
Cooking Demonstration
Attendees will enjoy a special cooking demonstration by Chef Ashley Smithson of Great Wolf Lodge! With a deep-rooted passion for the culinary arts, Chef Ashley’s journey began on local farms and in small eateries, leading her to earn a Culinary Arts degree from the Art Institute of Cincinnati. Over the past decade, she has honed her craft at Great Wolf Lodge, rising from a line-level employee to Sous Chef. Recognized as the 2024 Leader of the Year, she continues to bring joy to guests through creative and memorable culinary experiences.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US
Inspiration from Trailblazing Leaders
Hear firsthand from local news anchors and influential women who have broken barriers and paved the way for future leaders. Their stories of resilience and success will motivate you to push boundaries in your own career.
Practical Strategies for Growth
Gain actionable insights and tools from engaging speakers and roundtable discussions designed to help you advance both personally and professionally, no matter where you are in your journey.
Networking
Opportunities
Connect with a diverse group of professionals, leaders, and changemakers from across the MADE region. Build relationships that can open doors, spark collaborations, and strengthen your professional community.
Rejuvination and Community Building
Leave the summit feeling refreshed, empowered, and part of a larger movement toward equal representation in leadership. Plus, enjoy a delicious lunch while fostering meaningful connections!
MORE ABOUT THE SUMMIT
The Mason Deerfield Chamber, in collaboration with the Women Business Leaders MADE Advisory Council, is committed to fostering equal representation in leadership positions throughout the MADE region. We aim to provide both personal inspiration and practical application to individuals at all stages of their career and personal growth. One of our annual events is the Leadership Summit, where we invite regional speakers to share their insights and create an experience filled with inspiration, networking, and rejuvenation.
The 2025 Leadership Summit is a half-day event of speakers and roundtable discussions that will focus on the theme of "Female Firsts – Dames of the Decade," spotlighting extraordinary leaders breaking barriers and paving the way for the next generation.
Overall, participants can expect to leave feeling inspired and equipped with practical strategies. They will also have the chance to expand their professional networks and foster a sense of unity and collaboration within the MADE community. A lunch will be provided to all attendees. All are welcome to attend!
GREAT WOLF LODGE
2501 Great Wolf Dr.
MARCH 6, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
INSPIRING YOUNG LEADERS
Student discounts available!
AMAZING SPEAKERS
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EVENT AGENDA
THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS
eXp Realty
Yost Pharmacy