Pioneer Valley Conference for Women Set for May 1
SPRINGFIELD — The fourth annual Pioneer Valley Conference for Women will be held in person on Thursday, May 1 from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel. Sponsors include Liberty Bank, Westfield Savings Bank, M&T Bank, and YMCA of Western Massachusetts.
Xiomara Albán DeLobato will serve as emcee for the conference. She is a dynamic and accomplished professional with more than 15 years of experience in both the public and private sectors. As vice president and chief of staff for the Western Massachusetts Economic Development Council, she works to facilitate growth and development of the region’s economy. She is also an active member of numerous boards, including Girls Inc. of the Valley, Veritas Prep Charter School in Springfield, and others.
Keynote speakers are Krystal Say, co-founder of the Hyouman Experience and owner of SWEAT Power Yoga, and Dr. Jacqueline Johnson, who serves as chief Facilities Expansion and Sustainability officer at Caring Health Center and is also a faculty member at Bay Path University, teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses.
Say is a forward-thinking leader, international educator, and wellness entrepreneur committed to guiding others in discovering their purpose, igniting their passion, and building a fulfilling life. She creates environments where movement, mindfulness, and self-exploration converge. She believes that true transformation starts by tuning into the quiet voice within — aligning actions with one’s core values to cultivate a life of purpose and meaningful impact. Her passion has also led her to develop and expand TRX Yoga, traveling globally to train leaders and share the power of movement and mindset.
Johnson is actively involved in numerous boards, contributing her leadership and expertise to a variety of initiatives. Prior to her work in healthcare, she previously worked with youth development, justice-based advocacy, and the prison industrial complex. Her ability to understand and address injustice is informed by past experiences.
In addition, attendees will have the opportunity to hear from 30 local experts on 10 panels throughout the morning and afternoon. Click here to see the different panel topics available, and for more information about the conference.