2024 September
September 5, 2024
8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Warner Center Marriott Woodland Hills
LABJ: Inside The Valley united the business community with a half-day event filled with inspiration, education, and recognition. The morning featured TEDx-style talks by speakers addressing critical issues affecting women in leadership roles. These talks were followed by a lively panel discussion that offered practical insights and real-life examples on
visionary leadership.
Then, the afternoon was the Women’s Leadership Awards luncheon, where outstanding executives from the Valley were celebrated for their achievements. This was a fantastic opportunity to acknowledge and honor the remarkable women who are making significant contributions to our region.
SPEAKERS & TOPICS
Guiding Lights: The Power of Mentorship and Building a Network
Patrice Bening
Wealth Advisor
Morton Wealth
Patrice Bening, with 19 years of banking experience, joined Morton Capital in 2019, focusing on client relationships and utilizing alternative investment strategies for risk management, diversification, and cash flow.
From Vision to Victory: Entrepreneurial Journeys of Success
Dr. Amit Gosalia
Board Certified Doctor of Audiology
West Valley Hearing Center
Dr. Gosalia, an audiologist born in NY and raised in AZ, sold his Vancouver, WA practice and joined West Valley Hearing Center in 2017. He’s actively involved in audiology, philanthropy, and national leadership.
Coopertition: Transforming Competition into Collective Success
Janice L. Miller, Esq.
Managing Partner
Miller Haga Law Group
Janice L. Miller, managing partner of Miller Haga, is a seasoned legal advisor with 25+ years of experience in business transactions, real estate, entertainment, and IP, specializing in preventive dispute resolution....Â
Finding Your Golden Thread Through the Chapters of Your Life
Danone Simpson
CEO | Montage Insurance Solution
Founder | Simpolicy Insurance
CEO | Bene
With 25 years in the insurance industry, Danone leads teams handling the mid-sized to larger employers. Montage is privately held, in business since 2006, providing customized service packages through our TPA and HRIS Departments.
VISIONARIES & LEADERSHIP PANELÂ
Jerri Hemsworth
CEO | Creative Director
Newman Grace
Olga Kapitskaya
AVP - Financial Advisor
RBC Wealth Management,
a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC
Angie Richards
Vice President
Poms & Associates Insurance Brokers, LLC
EVENT SPONSORS
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