Blank Rome partner Michelle M. Gervais, who serves as chair of the firm's Florida offices, will serve as a mentor at the "She is Football Women's Summit," on Friday, March 7, 2025, in the Stadium Club at Raymond James Stadium, home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST.
About the Summit
Designed to advance your career, attendees will be able to connect and learn with female business leaders from various industries in mentoring sessions. Exclusive, behind-the-scenes areas such as the player locker room, press box, and more will serve as the locations for small group breakout sessions. Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson will headline the inaugural summit.
Session Descriptions
- Business of Sports: Developed for women who are looking for their first or next job in sports. This track covers a wide range of career paths in the sports industry, from sports management and media to event planning and non-profit work and more.
- Launching Your Career: Geared towards young professionals who are seeking advice and mentorship as they navigate the earlier years of their career. This track provides guidance on how to kickstart a successful career.
- Master Class in Leadership: Aimed for women who desire authentic and strategic advice on exceling as a leader. This track focuses on developing key management skills, effective team leadership, and strategic decision-making.
- Reinvention & The Entrepreneurial Journey: Tailored for women who are entering a new chapter of their career. This track offers insights into entrepreneurship, business planning, and navigating career transitions.
Mentors
- Michelle Gervais, partner, Blank Rome LLP
- Alicia Schulhof, president, Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
- Amanda Stevens, chief executive officer, Raymond James Bank
- Andrea Kremer, chief correspondent, NFL Network
- Cassie McBride, chief legal officer, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Charlene Zein, president & CEO, Sunshine Health (Ambetter)
- Chaunte Peterson, director of financial reporting, Jabil
- Christina Theofilos, owner/chef, Psomi
- Claire Lessinger, vice president of events, Tampa Bay Sports Commission
- Dr. Kanika Tomalin, president and chief executive officer, Healthy St. Petersburg
- Kathleen Francis, national board chair and president, Women in Sports & Events (Wise)
- Kristin Hamwey, chief people officer, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Lakendria Robinson, founder + chief executive officer, the Orenda Collective
- Laura Byrne, creative and editorial director, Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine
- Liezl Tolentino, chief people officer, PT Solutions
- Sydney Adams, online fitness coach and social media influencer
- Tuba Kuklen, vice president of global talent management, Jabil
For more information and to register, please visit the event webpage.