“You’re Not Failing. You’re Overloaded: Simple Systems to Take Back Control”

As a working mom, you’re not doing too little, you’re simply managing too much. In this powerful session, Samantha shares the simple, repeatable systems she’s taught through her brand 1Thrive, helping thousands of women streamline home and work life with ease. You’ll learn how to build rhythms that actually stick, reset your priorities without guilt and find calm in the chaos.

Speaker: Sami Galbo

"Navigating Work Obligations During Times of Family or Personal Crisis"

In this session, Ami shares real, actionable strategies for navigating work responsibilities when life hits unexpectedly, whether it’s a family health crisis, personal challenge, or overwhelming season. Attendees will learn how to advocate for themselves, set boundaries without guilt, and communicate confidently with employers while protecting their well-being. This talk is honest, practical, and designed to help moms feel supported, seen, and empowered during their hardest moments.

Speaker: Ami Graves

“Confident, Not Perfect: A Real Strategy for Moms to Quiet the Inner Critic"

So many working moms are carrying the pressure to do everything perfectly and silently criticizing themselves when they can’t. In this session, we’ll have an honest conversation about overcoming self doubt, releasing unrealistic expectations, and building confidence that isn’t tied to perfection. Attendees will walk away with practical mindset shifts and real strategies to help quiet the inner critic and show up more boldly in their personal and professional lives. This is for the mom who’s tired of second guessing herself and ready to trust the woman she’s becoming.

Speaker: Marie Barrington Armitage

This is your time to step away from the session space, grab a refreshment, and connect with the amazing women around you. Whether you’re meeting someone new, catching up with a familiar face, or just taking a breather, this break is designed to help you build real connections in a relaxed and natural way. Don’t be shy, everyone in the room is here for the same reason.

Just when you think the day couldn’t get any better… we have a special surprise in store! This featured moment will bring an unexpected guest, conversation, or experience designed to inspire, uplift, and create one of those unforgettable “I’m so glad I came” moments. Trust us… you’ll want to be in the room for this one.

"Building Bridges: The Importance of Authentic Relationships in the Workplace"

A workshop designed to explore the critical role of authentic relationship building in enhancing workplace dynamics and fostering an inclusive, productive environment. This interactive session aims to equip workforce professionals with practical strategies for cultivating trust-based connections among colleagues and clients. By focusing on Micro Intentional Interchanges and effective communication techniques, participants will learn how to create a culture of openness and collaboration that supports personal and professional growth.

Speaker: Catherine McNeil

Get ready for a special moment as we celebrate one of our incredible Working Mom Conference honorees and highlight the impact she’s making in her community and beyond. We’ll also be announcing a giveaway designed to add a little extra excitement and appreciation for our attendees. This is a feel good, high energy moment!

“Break Free from Money Anxiety with Practical Coaching”

In this session, Micah offers a hope-filled, practical approach to reducing money anxiety through simple, shame-free financial coaching strategies. Attendees will learn how to identify the root causes of financial stress, shift unhelpful spending patterns, and build confidence through small, realistic steps. With relatable stories and actionable tools, this session empowers participants to move from overwhelmed to equipped—no matter their starting point.

Key Takeaways

• How to recognize and interrupt the most common patterns that fuel money anxiety

• Practical, repeatable habits that lower stress and build financial stability

• A simple framework to transform reactive money decisions into confident, values-based choices

Speaker: Micah James

"Lead, Balance, Recharge: How AI Lightens the Load”

In this heartfelt, practical session, Dr. Leah Johnson invites moms to rethink how much they’re carrying and introduces a gentle three-part reset: Lead, Balance, and Recharge. She shows how simple, non-technical uses of AI can help moms LEAD with a weekly rhythm that fits real life, BALANCE everyday pressures like “What’s for dinner?”, and RECHARGE with small, guilt-free pockets of rest. Moms will leave feeling seen, supported, and equipped with options, not pressure, that honor each mother’s unique journey.

Key Takeaways / Learning Points

• LEAD: Moms will learn how to use simple AI support to design a weekly rhythm that actually

• fits their real life—work, kids, home, and all.

• BALANCE: Moms will discover how to offload everyday pressure points (like “What’s for

• dinner?”) so they can make clearer decisions with less mental overload.

• RECHARGE: Moms will leave with a gentle “recharge blueprint” and the permission to seek

• support—realizing that rest is allowed, and every mother’s path can look different.

Speaker: Dr. Leah Johnson

Take this time to relax, recharge, and enjoy a well deserved pause in your day. Grab something to eat, sit with new faces or familiar ones, and let the conversations flow naturally beyond the sessions. This is your moment to slow down, connect, and reset before we jump into the rest of an incredible afternoon.

“Fun Is a Form of Self-Care: Finding Joy in the Middle of it All”

Between work, motherhood, and endless responsibilities, joy often becomes an afterthought. Lisa challenges that narrative and shows how intentionally adding fun back into your routine can transform your mental health, creativity, and overall fulfillment.

Key Takeaways:

• Why fun and rest are non-negotiable productivity tools.

• How to design micro-moments of joy into busy days.

• Reframing self-care beyond spa days into everyday living.

Speaker: Lisa Summers

This dynamic panel brings together ambitious moms who are making major moves in business, career, leadership, and life while balancing motherhood along the way. Through honest conversation and real experiences, panelists will share the lessons, pivots, challenges, and strategies that helped them grow personally and professionally. Attendees can expect valuable insight, relatable moments, and practical gems they can apply to their own journey immediately. If you’ve been looking for motivation mixed with real life perspective, this is the conversation you don’t want to miss!

Speakers: Jillian McCloskey, Tiffany Brown, Whitney Thompkins

We’re ending the day with a powerful closing conversation designed to leave attendees feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to move differently after leaving the room. This keynote will bring together the biggest themes of the day with encouragement, practical insight, and the kind of motivation that stays with you long after the conference ends. Expect real talk, meaningful reflection, and a final reminder that your goals, growth, and well being matter too. We’re closing out The Working Mom Conference on a high note and trust us… you’ll leave feeling poured into.

Speaker: Christa Bright

It’s time to unwind, connect, and celebrate all the incredible women in the room! During this interactive wine tasting experience, attendees will enjoy curated wine selections, relaxed conversation, and a fun atmosphere designed for networking, laughter, and meaningful connection. Whether you come with friends or arrive solo, this is the perfect opportunity to mix, mingle, and end the day on a smooth and memorable note.

As the day comes to a close, take a few final moments to exchange information, snap photos, revisit your favorite vendors, and soak in the energy of the room one last time. We hope you leave feeling inspired, connected, refreshed, and reminded that you don’t have to navigate motherhood, career, and personal growth alone. Thank you for being part of The Working Mom Conference.