Speakers
SPEAKERS 2026
Keynote: Kara Sundlun
News Anchor, Talk Show Host, WFSB-TV & Author
Kara Sundlun is a news anchor at WFSB and the author of Finding Dad: From “Love Child” to Daughter. In her keynote address, “Owning Your Story,” she draws on her own life journey to explore the power of embracing one’s truth, rewriting limiting narratives, and finding strength in vulnerability — setting the tone for the day ahead.
topic: Understanding your superpower
Suzanne McColl, LPC
Licensed Psychotherapist, Author & Speaker
Suzanne McColl is a licensed professional counselor and EMDR-certified therapist who has spent the last 30 years helping professional women move from self-doubt to self-worth. Known for her calm, empathetic approach, she specializes in helping clients overcome imposter syndrome and reconnect with their authentic strengths. She is the author of Reclaiming Self-Worth: The 5-Step Method to Releasing Limiting Beliefs and Feeling Worthy, and a contributing author of Success in Any Season.
TOPIC:Navigating Life's Transitions
Jacqueline A. Baldwin, FSCP®, CLTC®
Financial Advisor, Long-Term Care Specialist, & Author
Jackie Baldwin takes a holistic approach to financial planning, helping families and individuals navigate the physical, emotional, and financial impacts of longevity. A financial industry veteran since 1986, she holds the FSCP® and CLTC® designations and speaks regularly on retirement and long-term care planning. She is the author of The Bend in the River, chronicling her 410-mile paddle of the Connecticut River and the resilience she found along the way.
Topic: Style Without an Expiration
MARY CARANGELO
Fashion Therapist®, Realtor & Author
Mary Carangelo is an engaging keynote speaker, educator, Realtor®, and creator of The Fashion Therapist®, a philosophy exploring the connection between clothing, confidence, and the stories we tell ourselves. For over 14 years, she has blended psychology and humor to help women use fashion to boost self-worth and performance. She is the author of The Secrets In Our Closet and now helps clients navigate life’s transitions through both wardrobe and home.
topic: women & money
Amey Stone
Nationally Recognized Financial Journalist; Managing Editor, Barron’s; Editor, Barron’s Advisor
Amey Stone is a managing editor at Barron’s and the editor of the Barron’s Advisor website, where she covers wealth management, investing, and the financial advisors who guide top clients through change. An award-winning journalist, her career includes leadership roles at Barron’s, BusinessWeek, and CBS MoneyWatch, as well as a role as a content strategist at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management. She is the co-author of King of Capital and holds degrees from Yale and Columbia Journalism School.
