Women of Influence 2021

1012 North Orange Avenue,Sarasota FL 34236

15 November, 2021

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An afternoon of inspiration and learning with plenty of time to build authentic connections with other like-minded women in our community. Rediscover the energy and enthusiasm that you’ve missed during these past months.---- PROGRAM *Scroll down for COVID protocol4 p.m. - Cocktails & conversation in the Main Lobby 5 p.m. - Program begins Icebreaker led by Jessica Muroff, CEO, United Way Suncoast Three Local Women Who Are Changing Our World panel moderated by Susan Burns, Editor in Chief, Sarasota Magazine Fiona Crawford, Ph.D., President and CEO, Roskamp Institute, member of the team that identified the first genetic causes of Alzheimer’s Disease.Meg Lowman, Ph.D., National Geographic Explorer and named the “Einstein of the treetops” by The Wall Street Journal, is an author, scientist, and arbornaut. Elizabeth Moore is an ardent land and nature conservationist, working to educate about and save our natural ecosystems locally and internationally.6 p.m. - Mix and mingle with other community-engaged women like you. ---- Presenting SponsorDakota Biotech Sponsors Community Foundation of Sarasota County The Blend Institute Exhibitors Banyan Tree Chocolates BMW of Sarasota Discover Sarasota Tours LaFlore® Live Probiotic Skincare Lamborghini Sarasota Loaded Cannon Distillery Rodolfo Jewels Take Care Private Duty Home Health Care The Blend Institute ---- What Past Attendees Say“Wonderful mixture of speakers, topics, and what an audience! Really liked that a welcome was extended to women of all ages.”“I felt like Wonder Woman afterwards.”“I loved the WBTT setting. Great venue. It really opened the room for conversations and build relationships.” “I am so happy I came. I don’t know how I could have met that many amazing women and had so many meaningful conversations one afternoon.” Speaker Bios Fiona Crawford, Ph.D. Roskamp Institute President and CEO Fiona Crawford’s Ph.D. research was carried out in London as a member of the team that identified the first genetic causes of Alzheimer’s Disease. Relocating to Florida in 1992, she discovered the “Swedish” mutation, which has been used in innumerable laboratory models of Alzheimer’s Disease world-wide. In 2003, Dr. Crawford co-founded Sarasota’s Roskamp Institute, which has since grown into a stand-alone research laboratory and clinic which is home to a staff of more than 60 scientists, clinicians, graduate students, and research assistants. Dr. Crawford’s research programs are funded by the Veterans’ Administration, the Department of Defense, and the National Institutes of Health, and she has published over 200 peer reviewed research papers. Meg Lowman, Ph.D. Meg Lowman, called the “real-life Lorax” by National Geographic and the “Einstein of the treetops” by Wall Street Journal, is an author, explorer, scientist, arbornaut (translation: treetop explorer!), mom, and change-agent for conservation. She has devoted more than four decades to exploration and research on treetop secrets, as a global pioneer of canopy science and public science communication. Meg also directs the TREE Foundation, which built the Myakka River State Park canopy walkway, and her recent projects include creating a UNESCO world heritage forest site in Malaysia and partnering with Ethiopia’s Coptic priests to save the remaining church forests. Elizabeth Moore Elizabeth Moore is an ardent land and nature conservationist, working to educate about and save our natural ecosystems locally and internationally. She is a passionate supporter of the transition to a regenerative economy that protects people and the planet. Deeply involved in local organizations that work to safeguard the environment, Elizabeth serves on the boards of the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast, Lemur Conservation Foundation, Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, Florida House Institute and Tree Foundation where she is currently president of the board. Elizabeth also became a cattle rancher when she purchased Triangle Ranch in 2016 to conserve 1,100 acres of land in the Upper Myakka River watershed. The innovative purchase demonstrated that saving precious ecosystems can take place alongside commercial viability. COVID-19 EVENT PROTOCOLPlease note the following COVID-19 event protocol. For everyone’s safety, Sarasota Magazine will adopt the following measures at the November 15, 2021 Women of Influence event. Face masks will be required in the performance area at all times and where posted. Face masks may be removed when eating and drinking only in designated areas. Protocols will be revisited and may be revised based on CDC guidance and the evolving circumstances of the pandemic, including use of additional screening protocols. COVID-19 RISK AND LIABILITY STATEMENT Sarasota Magazine, SagaCity Media, Inc. and Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) recognize that an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 and other communicable diseases exists in any public place. COVID-19 and its variants are a highly contagious disease that can lead to serious illness or death. By attending the Women of Influence event on November 15, 2021, you voluntarily assume all risks associated with COVID-19 exposure. All patrons are required to follow the above stated protocol and guidelines. Those who do not comply will not be admitted to the event or will be required to leave. No refunds will be given to patrons who do not comply to this protocol.