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About this event
This session will feature a special guest, Delida Costin, who will discuss overcoming imposter syndrome. Restrictive narratives and systemic barriers often create significant headwinds and tailwinds, making the path to success daunting. Yet, some individuals defy these narratives and reshape their destinies. This keynote addresses the experience of being a "defiant imposter" – someone who challenges and transcends generational and systemic constraints to achieve personal and professional success. Through a powerful personal story and the lessons learned from a wise mentor, this talk explores the strategies and mindsets that enable individuals to navigate and overcome societal barriers.
Chatham House Rule: Â What is said in this group, stays in this group. Sessions are not recorded and will not be part of the library.
What to expect:Â -A topical theme each meeting with guided questions -We may invite some expert guests selectively! -No slides/decks or AV and a loosely structured dialogue
Insightful conversations for topics such as: -How to position yourself for board search -Crafting your value proposition  -Promoting your thought leadership in the media -Networking tools and insights -Current topics in the boardroom and it’s relationship to the law sector
Date and time:Â 1 hour meeting on the second Monday of each month at 11am PT/ 2pm ET
Experts
Alice Brennan Senior Advisor
Alice Brennan is a public and private company board director with more than 20 years of boardroom experience. She has deep knowledge of enterprise risk management, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance, as well as broad knowledge of the financial services sector. Currently, Alice serves as a board director for Greenbacker Renewable Energy Company ll, a clean energy company, and three financial services companies: Horizon Kinetics Holding Company, RENN Fund, and FRMO Corp. She served as the first chief compliance officer of Bristol-Myers Squibb Company and then as the architect of the award-winning enterprise risk management program at Verizon Wireless. She is the former president of the Stockholder Relations Society and board director for the Society for Corporate Governance. Alice studied chemistry and biology at Skidmore College and received a master's degree in microbiology from Columbia University. She holds a law degree from Hofstra Law School. She has earned a NACD Directorship Certification and is a NACD New Jersey Chapter board member.
Delida Costin Former Chief Legal and People Officer, Government Affairs Executive
Delida is committed to equipping individuals and teams to get to where they want to be. As a growth advisor, she collaborates with chief legal officers to transform their departments from perceived cost centers into indispensable assets within the C-suite and boardroom. Her career spans over three decades and includes serving as chief legal officer, chief people officer, corporate secretary, and board member. Her track record is marked by her ability to navigate uncertainty, harness control over reachable variables, and plot strategic paths that lead to significant achievements. Her philosophy emphasizes valuing heartbeats as fiercely as dollars, paying attention to what others value, and recognizing accountability to a larger ecosystem. This approach has enabled her to make meaningful contributions that resonate beyond immediate surroundings.
Hosts
Cata Chacon Manager of Event and Learning Development
Cata is the Manager of Community Learning at Athena Alliance. From her philanthropic work with female communities in Central America to the work she does at Athena, creating community is what she does best. Cata leads Athena Peer Groups and Learning Circles pulling together her experience developing events, supporting Athena members as a Member Success Manager and her passion for learning and community to deliver an exceptional member experience.
Mon, Nov 11 @ 11:00am PT (1 hr)
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