Kingsmill Resort in Williamsburg, VA 

Kim B Miller will open the summit, and Chef T will bookend the day as closing speaker. Both women will inspire attendees with stories of their unique paths and relay approaches and methods for building confidence and influence in the workplace and community. Expect to walk away from the day with actionable advice to help you: Find your true purpose. Turn challenges into growth opportunities. Incorporate adaptability into your strategies for success. Reserve your spot today and be part of a movement that is empowering women to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact across the commonwealth. Kim B Miller is a poet, author, speaker and facilitator. She is Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park, Virginia’s Poet Laureate Emerita, making her the first African American Poet Laureate for that region. She uses her words to connect people to their strengths. With a passion for food that began as a child when she watched her grandmother feed their community from her tiny kitchen on the islands of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Chef T has become a decorated and respected chef within the food service industry. Inspired by her deep connection to her roots and her desire to bridge the gap between the family and farm, Chef T has embarked on a mission to create a dining experience that celebrates the African diaspora's rich flavors while incorporating Appalachian seasonal ingredients and her professional flair.