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Positively Powerful Development Corporation

Positively Powerful Development Corporation empowers women through education, recognition, and transformative experiences, fostering leadership and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in communities.

17th Annual Positively Powerful Education Summit &amp; Woman Awards Conference +Inaugural Ally &amp; Corporate AwardsFriday, October 9, 2026 | 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM George Washington Carver Museum &amp; Cultural Center, 415 E. Grant Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Hosted by the Positively Powerful Development Corporation (PPDC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit For seventeen years, Positively Powerful has brought together women leaders, entrepreneurs, executives, educators, and changemakers for what has become a premier women&#39;s business conference. This year, that award-winning tradition grows into a dynamic new experience featuring innovation, entrepreneurship, transformational conversations, and community impact. A Historic Setting We gather at the George Washington Carver Museum &amp; Cultural Center during its centennial year. This national historic landmark began in 1926 as Phoenix Union Colored High School, and today it preserves and elevates the history, culture, and contributions of African Americans in Arizona and the American West. Guests will enjoy the opportunity to tour the museum exhibits during the conference. What Your Day IncludesEducation Summit (Morning)Hosted by Dr. Joel P. Martin, PPDC Founder and CEOEmceed by Felicia R. Davis, Founder of Brand My BrillianceFeaturing Knowledge Experts offering practical tools and conversations that inform, empower, and inspire: Angela Garmon, Business Strategist, ARG Coaching &amp; Consulting Group: &quot;The Connection Challenge&quot; Kisshell L. Wilson, Director, SRP Water ITS: &quot;Advancing Business Growth Through Certifications &amp; Corporate Connections: What Women Need to Know Now&quot; Erika O. Castro, SRP Supplier Diversity &amp; Supplier Management Manager: &quot;Advancing Business Growth Through Certifications &amp; Corporate Connections: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know to Grow Their Companies&quot; Featured Panelists:Dr. Pamela S. Williamson, President &amp; CEO, WEBNC WestPatricia Crenshaw, President &amp; CEO, Pacific Southwest Minority Supplier Development Council Awards Luncheon and 17th Annual Awards Ceremonies (Afternoon)Emceed by Susan Casper, Arizona&#39;s Family Community Relations Manager and Community Anchor, the Awards Luncheon honors extraordinary women whose leadership creates lasting impact. Honoring the 2026 Positively Powerful Woman Award HonoreesDr. Barbara H. Whye, Technology Leadership Awardee and Keynote Speaker:&nbsp;Board Director, former Global Diversity, Equity &amp; Inclusion Leader, engineer, and AI &amp; Ethics PhD Dr. Sharon Lamm-Hartman, Education Leadership Award: President &amp; CEO of Inside Out Learning and author of The Authenticity Code The Honorable Carol Scott Berry, Leader of Justice Award: Founding Member of Arizona Lawyers for Equal Justice, retired judge, and Maricopa County Bar &nbsp;Association Hall of Fame inducteeDr. M&oacute;nica S. Villalobos, Ed.D, Visionary Leadership Award: President &amp; CEO of the Arizona Hispanic Chamber Historic First Ally Award This year we present our inaugural Positively Powerful Ally Award to Eddie Johnson, Founder of Helping Hands for Single Moms, Phoenix Suns Broadcast Analyst, motivational speaker, and author.&nbsp; Historic Corporate Leadership AwardsWe also introduce our first National and Regional Corporate Leadership Awards, honoring Southwest Airlines, the Official Airlines of Positively Powerful Women, and Salt River Project (SRP) for their longstanding commitment to community partnership, supplier diversity, and women&#39;s advancement. Who Attends Executives, entrepreneurs, educators, corporate and nonprofit leaders, municipal representatives, innovators, workforce development professionals, and emerging leaders from across Arizona and beyond. This multicultural gathering is more than a conference. It is a space where relationships begin, collaborations flourish, and community is strengthened. Capacity is limited to 200 guests. Reserve your seat today. Interested in sponsorship or purchasing a table? Visit positivelypowerful.com/sponsor-info or contact Jackie Wszalek at <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:jackie.wszalek@positivelypowerful.com" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; -webkit-user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">jackie.wszalek@positivelypowerful.com</a>. Together, We Rise!

17th Annual Positively Powerful Education Summit & Woman Awards Conference +

Enter PPDC&#39;s Reception Raffle 2026 🎟️ to support education, leadership development, and community engagement. Your entry helps create spaces where women can learn, grow, and lead. Every sponsorship dollar received by PPDC supports educational programming, transformational leadership development, entrepreneurship, business development, workforce readiness, real opportunities for growth, and new Initiatives. Add your name to the raffle for a chance at a magnicent prize and a direct role in education and empowerment.&nbsp;The winner will be announced at the end of the Reception.🌟

PPDC's Reception Raffle 2026

We look forward to welcoming you for a very &nbsp;festive occasion! Celebrate with us alongside past and present 2026 Positively Powerful Award recipients, and the Partners and Sponsors who have made seventeen years of this possible. Meet and greet the phenomenal people who will be honored on stage October 9th at our 17th Annual Education Summit and Woman Awards Conference. Additionally, you will get an exclusive preview of what is in store for the next Genesis of Positively Powerful, including new programs and more. You don&#39;t want to miss it! Hors d&#39;oeuvres, soft drinks, and wine will be provided. Friday, August 14, 2026 4:00 to 7:00 pm Registration closes August 12th.New date! Please act now to be included in this very special event.

Positively Powerful VIP Reception

Enter the Positively Powerful Development Corporation&#39;s Raffle 🎉 Your raffle ticket supports our work of recognizing diverse leaders, hosting education summits, and creating spaces where people grow personally and professionally. Every ticket helps us:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Celebrate community leadership 🏆</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Provide development workshops and programs</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Expand opportunities for emerging, diverse voices</li></ul>Thank you for standing with us in building positively powerful experiences for all.

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