Women's Leadership Conference

Elle is a renowned national nonprofit advocate and consultant. She's authored two books with the mission to support mental health and is working on happiness research for her third book. Notably, Elle's though-provoking TEDx talk, titled "A Crash Course in Learning to Laugh," has catapulted her into the spotlight as a highly sought-after keynote speaker.

Krystal's mission is to equip others to thrive. As a proven speaker, facilitator, leadership educator, content creator, learning experience designer, and consultant, Krystal founded Equip To Thrive, LLC in 2020. She has worked with colleges/universities, a Fortune 500 company, an Inc. 5000 company, faith-based institutions, law firms, nonprofits, fitness studios, and fraternities and sororities, etc.

Clark earned her B.A. in Sociology and Psychology from College of William & Mary and her M.Ed. in College Student Personnel at University of Maryland, College Park. She is a Gallup-Certified CliftonStrengths Coach, certified in ToP Facilitation Methods, an AAUW Smart Start and IAmRemarkable facilitator. In 2024, she became a SHRM Certified Professional. Clark spent 13 years as a Student Affairs Professional in Fraternity & Sorority Life and Student Leadership Development at Duke University and Vanderbilt University and 3 years as the Director of Employee Learning and Engagement in Vanderbilt University Human Resources.

Krystal is a member of the Board of Directors for Book 'em/Reading is Fundamental, the Past Chair of the Board of Directors for the Belcourt Theater, Past President of the Junior League of Nashville, and Past Chair of The Women's Fund Advisory Board for The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. She is a graduate of Leadership Nashville, Nashville Emerging Leaders, and New Leaders Council.

As a South Indian first-born daughter of immigrants, Sheaba never saw herself becoming anything other than what her parents dreamed of - a doctor, engineer, or nurse. To their initial dismay, they found their daughter drifting toward the humanities and were concerned about whether or not she would be able to make a living. Fortunately for them, Sheaba inherited their ingenuity, determination, and courage. After becoming a first generation graduate with a Master's degree in Mental Health, Sheaba secured her counseling license and set out to run her own Private Practice, Fearless Permission.

Driven by enthusiasm, grit, and something to prove - Sheaba managed to take care of everyone but herself and spiraled into burnout in 2018. After a thorough life review, a healthy dose of therapy for the therapist, and elite business coaching, Sheaba came to understand the role of Imposter Syndrome in her own life - tracing it as far back as elementary school. It became clear that something had to change. In the breakdown to break through process, she figured out who she really is and who she could most help - Anxious Achievers.

Anxious Achievers are high performers who are ambitious and kind but struggle to find ease and contentment in life. They are particularly vulnerable to burnout and imposter syndrome, but are difficult to flag. From the outside they are positive and upbeat, but behind the scenes they feel the weight of the world on their shoulders. Sheaba knows what Anxious Achievers are struggling with and how badly the world needs their contributions and leadership. She aspires to partner alongside them to help them accomplish what they really want - to build more, stress less, enjoy and repeat!

Caryn Lee is founder of Narrative, a consulting firm that partners with organizations to improve engagement, culture, and communication. Narrative uses research-based assessments to teach people why they behave the way they do, help them to understand each other, and teach them to communicate and collaborate successfully.

Caryn brings 15 years in management consulting and international business travel to her current work with leaders and teams. Whether speaking, facilitating team building, resolving conflict, or helping hire the right people, she can relate to all levels of leaders and employees. She is often described as authentic.

Jan McInnis, has written for Jay Leno's Tonight Show monologue as well as many other people, places and groups - radio, TV, syndicated cartoon strips, guests on the Jerry Springer show (her parents are proud!). For the past 25+ years she's traveled the country as a keynote speaker, and comedian sharing her unique and practical tips on how to use humor in business (yes it's a business skill!). Jan has spoken to thousands of organizations from the Federal Reserve Banks to the Mayo Clinic. She is author of two books: "Finding The Funny Fast," and "Convention Comedian," and has been heard on hundreds of radio stations. Jan was also featured in the Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and the Huffington Post for her clean comedy.