TICKETS
TICKETS
join us for the 2025 cny women’s summit on Friday, March 7 in Syracuse, NY.
Full-Day Access to all main-stage events, breakout sessions, and presentations.
Build your own experience and attend the sessions that benefit you most.
Lunch, Coffee and refreshments included.
Networking Lounge Access throughout the day with snacks, refreshments, and a comfortable space to recharge.
Executive Mentorship Opportunities: Make yourself known and get the guidance you need during our live Q&A sessions with women leaders.
12-foot Grazing Table sponsored by She Fancy Catering Co. during Happy Hour.
GENERAL ADMISSION
VIP (GA Perks +)
VIP Insider Session: 45 minutes of personal introductions & networking with our speakers during lunch in a private area.
Reserved Front-Row Seating at every session happening on the main stage.
Curated VIP Swag Bag filled with products, discounts, and exclusive goodies from our brand partners.
Priority Access for registration, lunch, and happy hour, ensuring a smooth event experience.
Exclusive invite to the 2025 CNYWN Supper Club. More details to come!
thank you to our sponsors!
connection SPONSORs
momentum SPONSORs
inspiration SPONSOR
MEDIA SPONSOR
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO become a sponsor for THE 2026 CNY WOMEN’S SUMMIT, PLEASE EMAIL MEDIA@CNYWOMENSNETWORK.COM
summit itinerary
9:00 - 10:00 AM: Coffee Hour & Registration
9:45-10 AM: Meet & Greet with our Keynote Speaker, Candy valentino. (VIPs Only)
10:00 - 10:30 AM: Opening Ceremony
10:30 - 11:15 AM: Unapologetic: How to Build Courage and Confidence to Achieve Anything you Want keynote by Candy Valentino
11:25 - 12:10 PM: Your Choice Of:
Leading with Purpose Panel: Women Making an Impact in Their Communities
Handling Difficult Conversations Without Losing Sleep (or Your Cool!): Workshop by Kristy Mandour
'Money Talks': Building Wealth, Investing and Making Empowered Decisions: Networking Breakout Session
12:15 - 1:30 PM: Lunch
12:45 - 1:30 PM: VIP Insider Session— an exclusive networking session for our VIP ticket holders and Speakers!
1:35 - 1:55 PM: Wellness Session led by Tammy Wilkinson, Owner of Aqua Spa Float Center & Wellness Boutique
2:00 - 2:30 PM: Cultivate CNY Live Podcast Recording: Kimberly LaForte interviews the founder of CNY Women's Network, Alex Canavan.
2:30 - 3:15 PM: Your Choice Of:
Career Goals Panel: Accomplished Women from Diverse Industries Share Their Journey
Scaling Your Business Through Strategic Events Workshop by Kera Wasserbach. Learn how any industry can build trust, loyalty and revenue through live events.
Boundaries > Burnout Networking Breakout Session
3:20 - 4:05 PM: Your Choice Of:
Entrepreneurship Unfiltered Panel: Lessons from Failure, Pivots & Resilience
DIY Headshots & What to Do with Them: Workshop by Ana Gil. Learn about professional photography techniques, LinkedIn optimization and creating your own media kit!
Women in Male-Dominated Industries Networking Breakout
4:10 - 4:25 PM: Closing Remarks & Giveaways
4:30 - 6:00 PM: Happy Hour— Featuring a grazing table and hors d'ouvres provided by She Fancy, mocktail samples from Emerald Cocktail Kitchen, a selfie booth by ANA GIL STUDIOS, free headshots by CNY Headshots, and more!
Keynote Speaker
Keynote Speaker
Candy Valentino is a Wall Street Journal Best-Selling Author, Business Growth Expert, and Financial Analyst with 26 years of experience in business and investing.
From living in a trailer on government assistance to starting her first company at the age of 19, Candy built, scaled, and successfully exited two companies — all without a degree, corporate background, or initial capital. Over the past quarter-century, she’s created wealth through entrepreneurship and real estate investments across multiple industries.
Speakers
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Amy Bleier Long
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Elizabeth Brando
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Alex Canavan
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Bryanna Cortese
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Robin Cortese
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Stephanie Crockett
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Ana Gil
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Flossie Hall
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Evelyn Ingram
Director, Community and Media Relations of Wegmans Food Markets and The Castle
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Kimberly LaForte
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Danielle Leahy
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Serena Lerner
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Melanie Littlejohn
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Alicia Madden
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Kristy Mandour
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Marie Norkett
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Sharon F. Owens
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Me'Shae Rolling
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Kelly Springer
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Meghan Thomas
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Kera Wasserbach
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summit vendors
cny women’s market
saturday, march 8th
join us on international women’s day for the cny women’s market PRESENTED BY THE CNY WOMEN’S NETWORK IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MARRIOTT SYRACUSE DOWNTOWN. free and open to all, browse unique & local offerings. THIS EVENT IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE A PLATFORM FOR WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESSES TO BE SEEN, CELEBRATED, AND SUPPORTED.
DATE: SATURDAY, MARCH 8, 2025 (INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY)
TIME: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
LOCATION: THE MARRIOTT SYRACUSE DOWNTOWN – PERSIAN TERRACE
ADMISSION: FREE AND OPEN TO ALL
Lauri domingo, business owner & yoga teacher
“Great event, inspiring speakers, and energetic attendees. I left feeling connected to my community and excited for more. I’m in for next year!”
Bri Macri, executive assistant & event planner
“I truly believe that for business professionals, this summit sets you up for the entire year.”
THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
thank you to our incredible cny women’s summit team for YOUR unwavering commitment and for making this year’s event one to remember.
Location
tHE Oncenter
800 s State Street,
Syracuse, NY 13202