The Empowered Women Speaker Series
The Empowered Women Speaker Series is a monthly salon created to inspire women to join our mission to help all women under the Same Sky. Each event features a prominent guest speaker to share their experiences through the gender lens and discuss issues women face today.
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Katie Couric Journalist/Author |
Katie Couric hosted the Today Show for 15 years before anchoring CBS Evening News, and founding Katie Couric Media. Katie joins the series for her book Going There. |
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Jennifer Bandier Entrepreneur |
Jennifer is the founder of BANDIER, a global brand focused on helping women feel good, look good, and supports women-owned brands. |
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Diane von Furstenberg Designer/Philanthropist/Author |
Diane von Furstenberg is a fashion icon, famous for revolutionizing fashion with her chic wrap dress. Diane joined us for her book Own It! |
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Dana Perino Journalist/Author |
Dana Perino is the former White House Press Secretary for George W. Bush and co-anchor of America's Newsroom. Dana joined us for her book Everything Will Be Okay. |
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Norma Kamali Designer/Author |
Norma Kamali is a designer and entrepreneur in the fashion industry for over 50 years. Norma joined the series to talk about her new book I Am Invincible. |
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Tina Brown Journalist/Author |
Tina Brown is a renowned journalist, magazine editor, columnist, talk-show host, and author. Tina joined the series to discuss her experience as the youngest editor at Vanity Fair and her book The Vanity Fair Diaries. |
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Swanee Hunt US Ambassador to Austria/Philanthropist |
Swanee Hunt is a former US Ambassador to Austria, the founding director of the Women and Public Policy Program at the Harvard Kennedy School, author and philanthropist. Swanee joined the series to discuss her work in Rwanda and her book Rwandan Women Rising. |
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Avril Graham Executive Fashion Editor Harper's Bazaar |
Avril Graham is the celebrated Executive Fashion and Beauty Editor at Harper's Bazaar. Avril joined the series to discuss her rise through fashion and share her thoughts on the 2019 Met Gala. |
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Anne Fulenwider Editor-in-Chief Marie Claire |
Anne Fulenwider is the former Editor-in-Chief of Marie Claire and women's health advocate. Anne joined the series to talk about how she was changing the landscape of women's magazines to empower women. |
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Alisyn Camerota Journalist/Anchor, CNN |
Alisyn Camerota anchors CNN's New Day morning show and has been nominated for two Emmy Awards for her work. Alisyn joined the series to share her experience as a female journalist and discuss her book Amanda Wakes Up. |
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Dr. Doris Day Dermatologist/Author |
Dr. Doris Day was named one of Newsweek's Top Dermatologists in the country. Dr. Day joined the series to offer us her secrets for looking beautiful at every age and her book Beyond Beautiful. |
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Marie Unanue (with Brian Williams) Author/Philanthropist |
Marie Unanue is anti-bullying and kindness advocate who has traveled the country working with children. Marie joined the series to raise awareness about bullying for her book the Adventures of Phatty & Payaso. |
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Mindy Grossman CEO, WW International (formerly Weight Watchers) |
Mindy Grossman is the CEO of WW International (formerly Weight Watchers) and one of Forbes' 100 most powerful women. Mindy joined the series to share her story of championing her voice and being a leader for women. |
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Demi-Leigh Tebow (neé Nel-Peters) Miss Universe 2017 |
Demi-Leigh is the Miss Universe 2017 and Miss South Africa 2017. Demi-Leigh joined the series to discuss her fight to end violence against women. |
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Scott Harrison Founder/CEO charity: water |
Scott Harrison is the founder and CEO of of charity: water as well as the author of Thirst. Scott joined the series to tell his story of redemption and increase global access to clean water. |
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Tanya Zuckerbrot Founder/CEO F-Factor |
Tanya Zuckerbrot is the creator of the F-Factor Diet and is a registered dietitian. Tanya joined the series to give us her tips for living and looking our best. |
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Brenda Vaccaro Actress/Philanthropist |
Brenda Vaccaro is an award-winning actress of stage, television, and film. Brenda joined the series to discuss her career of over 50 years. |
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Zainab Salbi Author/Activist/Philanthropist |
Zainab Salbi is a women's right activist, writer, public speaker, and founder of Women for Women International. Zainab joined the series to share the lessons she learned writing her book Freedom Is An Inside Job. |