We are delighted to invite you to the 4th Annual Be Heard: Women in Leadership Conference, taking place on March 28, 2025, co-presented by the Emerson Leadership Institute and Division of Diversity and Innovative Community Engagementat Saint Louis University. For the past four years, the Be Heard Conference has brought together hundreds of distinguished academics, business professionals, and next-generation leaders from St. Louis and beyond. This event features engaging presentations, dynamic discussions, thought-provoking keynotes, interactive workshops, and valuable networking opportunities—all with the shared mission of advancing gender equity, empowering women, and promoting a culture of holistic well-being for all.
The theme for this year’s conference, Fostering Dignity and Belonging, aligns with the Dignity-Based Leadership Development Program launched at the start of the 2024-2025 academic year. At the 4th Annual Be Heard Conference, we will explore the profound role dignity plays in organizational culture and individual well-being, behaviors that lead to dignity violations, practical strategies for leaders to cultivate workplace environments where dignity is prioritized and belonging is fostered.
We hope you will join us in this journey of growth and discovery as we work toward achieving personal, professional, and organizational success together. The conference is free to attend, but registration is required. Sponsorship opportunities are available by contacting Jintong.tang@slu.edu
Location: Il Monastero Banquet Center, Saint Louis University
3050 Olive Street, St. Louis, MO 63103, St. Louis, MO 63103
Date and time: Fri, Mar 28, 2025 7:30 AM - 1:30 PM CT
Limited free parking is available at the Il Monastero Banquet Center main lot (3050 Olive St., St. Louis, MO 63103).
Additional metered street parking is available on Olive Street.
Free visitor parking is also available at the Olive-Compton Garage (3338 Olive St., Clearance: 8'2"), located just down the road.
Please take a ticket upon entry. The garage gate will be open for free exit at the end of the event. If you need to leave early, please ask our staff for a free parking coupon.
2024 Annual Report
The Emerson Leadership Institute’s 2024 Annual Report highlights key programs, research, and events from the past year. The report includes details on the Be Heard Women in Leadership Conference, the Dignity-Based Leadership Development Series, and other efforts to promote dignity-based leadership and organizational growth.
