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Welcome to the 4th Annual Women in Leadership Conference, co-hosted by the Vermont Superintendents Association and the Vermont Principals’ Association. The event brings together leaders and aspiring leaders to connect with colleagues, share experiences, and strengthen leadership practice. Through facilitated conversation, professional learning, and time for networking, participants leave with renewed energy, practical strategies, and a stronger network of women leaders.
Planning to Stay Over? Conference Lodging Link or Call directly at 1-800-282-9955 and be sure to reference the VSA/VPA event for the group rate.
Who: Vermont Leaders & Aspiring LeadersWhen: April 9th, 2027Where: Killington Grand Hotel and ResortCost: Early Bird $365 before January 8th, $395 afterwards
Jill Abruzese Slye has an extensive background in both academia and professional development, with over 36 years of business experience that she now brings into her teaching roles at various Harvard University schools. She specializes in public speaking, leadership communication, and advanced presentation skills, providing valuable guidance to a diverse array of students and professionals.
Through her company, Jill Slye, LLC, she has worked with executives and teams across multiple industries—such as education, marketing, finance, healthcare, technology, and law—to sharpen their communication skills. Her international reach has allowed her to shape the professional capabilities of leaders and aspiring leaders worldwide.
In recognition of her commitment to education, Jill received the Petra Shattuck Excellence in Teaching Award in 2020 and, in 2021-2022, the HESA Award for “Most Inspiring Alumni,” which honored her significant contributions to the Harvard Extension School community. She also authored Reinvesting in Your Rhetoric, a practical guide that encapsulates her key teachings for clients and students alike. Adding to her extensive contributions, Jill is also the Public Speaking Consultant for the Harvard Kennedy School, where she continues to inspire and educate.
Dr. Lauren Young is the Executive Director of Activities and Athletics at the Vermont Principals’ Association. A former teacher, coach, and principal, Lauren brings more than two decades of experience in education, leadership, and youth development. Dr. Young is also the founder of The GRL Initiative, a platform dedicated to empowering young women and student-athletes through leadership, belonging, and identity. As a speaker and author Lead Anyway: The Glow-Up Guide to Leadership that’s Real, Not Perfect, Lauren focuses on helping leaders build environments where safety, connection, and belonging are not just values—but daily practices. Her work blends research, real-world stories, and practical tools that help educators lead with humanity, courage, and authenticity.
Should I stay overnight? You are welcome to make your own reservations with Killington as desired. Conference Lodging Link or Call directly at 1-800-282-9955 and be sure to reference the VPA/VSA event for the group rate.
What if I am going with a group from the same district/school? Please register as individuals. You will receive individual invoices. Payments can be made in bulk via district upon request.
Who should attend? Any current or aspiring leader in Vermont is encouraged to attend. While there will be a lot of school leaders in attendance, the content is not focused on school leadership specifically. You are welcome to join whether you work in non-profits, advocacy, health, government, business or otherwise.
Will Certificates of Attendance be Issued? Yes. An email will be sent out to participants with an exit ticket. A certificate of attendance will be generated upon completion of that exit ticket for a total of 7.5 professional learning hours.
Cancellation Policy: Any conference or one-time training registration canceled 60 or fewer calendar days before the first day of the event will result in a charge of 50% of the full registration rate. Except registrations canceled within 15 days of the first day of the event will result in a charge of 100% of the registration fee. No exceptions will be made. A registration may be transferred to another individual up until 24 hours before the event.