Women in LeadHERship
The Women in LeadHERship Conference is hosted annually by LSU Shreveport with the help of dedicated female community members. This conference brings together women from across the Ark-La-Tex to discuss Health, Empowerment and Resiliency, uplifting women from all backgrounds in the process.
This annual event attracts women from a wide range of industries and career stages—from ambitious students to established local leaders and entrepreneurs—creating a powerful platform for inspiration, networking and professional growth.
Event Details
Date: Friday, March 20, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: University Center Ballroom, LSU Shreveport Campus, One University Place, Shreveport, LA 71115
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Student attendees from any institution may apply for scholarships to offset registration costs. Fill out the student scholarship application here.
Agenda Overview
8:30 a.m. - 8:50 a.m.: Registration & Welcome - UC Ballroom
Attendees check in & receive welcome packets
Light refreshments
Networking encouraged
8:50 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.: Kick off by Carla Burgos - UC Ballroom
Overview of the day & conference objectives
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.: Keynote Speaker Dr. Latora Grant Scott - UC Ballroom
“Invisible Exhaustion: The Real Cost of Putting Everyone Else First”
Introduction: Dr. Heather Carpenter
Q & A Session
10:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.: Morning Break
Light refreshments available
Restroom break
Networking encouraged
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.: Empowerment Breakout Session - UC Theatre or Networking - UC Ballroom
“Leadership Unlocked: Building Bold Careers At Any Age”
Speaker: Ms. Lindora Baker
11:00 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.: Quick Break
11:05 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.: Keynote Speaker Dr. Tiffany George-Issac - UC Ballroom
“Permission to Lead: Letting Go of Limits & Leveling Up”
Introduction: Shanaé Elbert
Q & A Session
12:05 p.m. - 12:50 p.m.: Lunch Break - UC Ballroom
Lunch available
Restroom Break
Networking encouraged
12:50 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.: Health Breakout Session - UC Theater or Networking - UC Ballroom
“Care for the Caregiver; A survival Plan for Those Who Do It All”
Speaker: Anita Sharma
1:35 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.: Quick Break
1:40 p.m. - 2:25 p.m.: Resilience Breakout Session - UC Theater or Networking - UC Ballroom
“Resilient AF: The Art of Rising When Life Falls Apart”
Speaker: Constance Patel
2:25 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.: Quick Break
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.: Keynote Speaker Lisa Arendell - UC Ballroom
“Still I Rise: Transforming Setbacks into Comebacks”
Introduction: Shelley Moore
Q & A Session
3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.: Closing Remarks & Thank You - UC Ballroom
Summary of the day by Helena Wilson
Acknowledgment of Speakers & breakout leaders
Key takeaways on health, empowerment, & resiliency
Final words of encouragement for continued leadership development & closing
remarks by Renisha Sanders
