11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | Preventing Burnout: Self-Care Strategies for Busy Women & Teams

Women in CRE are increasingly becoming part of the sandwich generation. This generation often carries the professional load as well as the personal. They are bread winners, caretakers for aging parents, wives and mothers. Burnout is an all-too-common struggle for them. This session offers practical tools and actionable strategies to help women and teams manage stress, build resilience, and prioritize well-being. Attendees will explore the signs and root causes of burnout, learn effective self-care practices, and discover how to set boundaries, manage time, and cultivate supportive relationships. With personalized action plans and group discussions, this session empowers attendees to take control of their well-being and create sustainable habits that prevent burnout - both for themselves and within their teams.

12:15 PM - 1:00 PM | Simplify and Optimize: How to Create Actionable Daily Strategies for Organizational Priorities

Effective execution of organizational priorities requires more than just big-picture thinking - it's about breaking those priorities down into actionable, daily steps that drive progress. In this session, you'll learn how to translate high-level goals into clear, focused daily strategies that empower your team to deliver on key objectives without feeling overwhelmed. We'll cover practical techniques for prioritizing tasks, optimizing daily workflows, and ensuring that every team member stays aligned with the organization's long-term vision. You'll also gain insights into how to assess progress on a day-to-day basis, make adjustments as needed, and create a culture of continuous improvement.

2:20 PM - 3:20 PM | Hiring, Retaining, and Cultivating Female Talent

With a retirement cliff looming, it is more important than ever that women harness this moment, while working together to shift the CRE workforce to a more inclusive one. Panelists will explore key practices for creating an inclusive workplace, addressing the unique challenges women face in the industry, and fostering an environment where women can thrive professionally. Participants will gain actionable insights into recruitment practices that attract top female talent, retention strategies that support career growth, and initiatives that encourage mentorship and leadership opportunities. By empowering women in CRE, organizations can enhance diversity, drive innovation, and build a more resilient and equitable industry.