The Queen Mary is thrilled to unveil the highly anticipated lineup of speakers and hands-on activations for the inaugural “Queens in the Making” summit, taking place on Saturday, March 15, 2025. This event goes beyond traditional panel discussions, equipping attendees with interactive experiences and tangible takeaways designed to inspire confidence, professional growth, and financial empowerment.
The Keynote speaker is renowned three-time Olympic Gold Medalist Coach and Long Beach State University Track & Field Head Coach, LaTanya Sheffield, a trailblazer in sports and mentorship. Sheffield has made history as an elite track athlete, Olympic coach, and mentor to rising stars, most recently guiding Team USA’s women’s track team to a record-breaking 16-medal victory at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She is also the founder of Sports Extravaganza, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to youth development, making her a fitting leader for The Queen Mary’s day of empowerment.
Attendees of “Queens in the Making” won’t just hear from leading women, they’ll actively participate in workshops, mentorship sessions, and interactive lessons that will help them implement real strategies for success. Highlights include ‘Financial Power Hour’, led by Sara Parras, Director of Finance, who will provide attendees with a finance one-sheet to help attendees outline personal financial goals and strategies. The session ‘Empowering Through Creativity’, will offer an interactive vision board and affirmation workshop with Riji Raga, Founder of Affirmation Darling, encouraging participants to engage in creative exercises that foster confidence and goal setting.
In addition to LaTanya Sheffield, Queens in the Making features an inspiring roster of leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers who are shaping industries and paving the way for future generations. Among the featured speakers are Mary Zendejas, District 1 Councilwoman of Long Beach; Stacey Lewis, CEO & Founder of HR Interrupted; Samantha Mehlinger, Vice President of Communication and Marketing for Visit Long Beach; Kylie Travis and Jacqui Groseth from Casa Romantica and Victoria (Tori) Walker from Victori Solutions PR, among many others. For the full list of speakers and event details, visit https://www.queenmary.com/seasonal-events.htm.
The Queens in the Making summit aligns with The Queen Mary’s commitment to fostering community, education, and empowerment, offering a space where women can connect, learn, and be inspired to take the next step in their careers and personal endeavors. Tickets for the summit are $26.50 per person for ages 11 and up and can be purchased at this direct link.
For more information, upcoming events, programming, and more visit www.queenmary.com/seasonal-events.htm and queenmary.com/whatsondeck, or connect with us on social @TheQueenMary.
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