Weatherheads Leadership Conference Committee
The Weatherhead Leadership Conference is the result of a collaborative
effort by a dedicated committee of leaders who share a commitment to
advancing intentional, human-centered leadership. This group has played a
key role in shaping the conference vision, identifying thought-provoking
topics and speakers, and designing meaningful experiences that inspire
action and connection. Their work reflects the spirit of
collaboration, courage and curiosity at the heart of
Weatherhead's mission.
Sarah Abbott Brown
Senior Product Manager
Steris
Heidi Blakeway-Phillips
Associate Professor, Department of Accountancy
CWRU
Karen Butler
Chief Operating Officer
Neon Health Services
Stephanie Cameron
Senior VP, CRA Director
KeyBank
Gina Esposito
Board Member
Girls on The Run
Silvia Garcia-Luengo
Vice President Sales and Marketing
Greif Inc.
Laura Guilliam
Executive Coach and OD Consultant
Private Client Select
Shawana Johnson
Global Insights
President
Lisa Lebowitz
Potentialize LLC
Founder
Shelly McNamara
Senior HR Executive
Retired
Rima Muakkassa
President Women's Board
Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital
Cindy Steeb
Senior Managing Director
Clearstead
Ellen Zegarra
Business Development Director, Vice President
Glenmede
Emily Hastings
Associate Director of Donor Engagement
Weatherhead School of Management
Nikki Andreson
Associate Director of Alumni Special Events and Programs
Weatherhead School of Management
Brian Breittholz
Executive Director of Alumni Relations & Development
Programs
Weatherhead School of Management
Sarah Shoaff
Director of Affiliate Accounts
Weatherhead School of Management
Chris Kush
Associate Dean of Corporate Partnerships and Executive
Education
Weatherhead School of Management
This conference would not have been possible without the dedication and
expertise of this extraordinary committee. We extend our sincere gratitude
for their time, talent, and leadership in shaping an experience that
reflects the values of intentionality, humanity, and heart. Their commitment
has been instrumental in bringing this vision to life and in empowering
leaders across our community and beyond.