Celebrate Women in Tech at Fortinet's Accelerate Action 2025! 

Join us on March 6, 2025, for Fortinet’s third annual event in honor of International Women’s Day. This year’s theme is amplifying voices, sharing knowledge, and building meaningful connections.

 

Event Details:
When: March 6, 2025
Where: Five Locations around the United States – New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Frisco, Sunnyvale.  See full agendas below! 

 

Why Attend?

  •     - Hear inspiring speakers.
  •     - Network with peers and industry leaders.
  •     - Exchange ideas on how to accelerate progress for women in tech.
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Hosted by Women of Fortinet, this event is a celebration of the achievements of women driving innovation in technology. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and grow!

 

Featuring Keynote Speaker Robyn Benincasa

We’re excited to announce Robyn Benincasa as our Keynote Speaker—a true powerhouse of inspiration and leadership. With over 20 years as a San Diego firefighter, a Guinness World Record in endurance kayaking, and accolades as a World Champion Adventure Racer and CNN Hero, Robin is a master of resilience, teamwork, and breaking boundaries.

 

What to Expect at Accelerate Action 2025:

    - Inspiring Keynotes & Panels: Hear from Robin and other trailblazers driving the "Accelerate Action" movement.
    - Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded women leading the charge for gender equality.
    - Practical Insights: Leave with tools and strategies to create meaningful change in your career and life.
 

Don’t miss this opportunity to join a vibrant community of visionaries working toward a more equitable and innovative future. Be bold. Take action.

Please note: Registration is by invitation only

Agenda

Name Time Timezone Speakers
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Check-in & Professional Headshots 10:00 AM - 1:00 PMEST
Lunch/Professional Headshots12:00 PM - 1:00 PMEST
Welcome to Accelerate Action 2025 1:00 PM - 1:10 PMEST
Keynote: Robyn Benincasa1:10 PM - 2:10 PMEST
Break 2:10 PM - 2:20 PMEST
Resilience in Action - Panel2:20 PM - 3:00 PMEST
Everfree Organization3:00 PM - 3:20 PMEST
Expanding Your Circle: How Networking Fuels Professional and Personal Growth - Panel3:20 PM - 3:50 PMEST
Televerde LLC3:50 PM - 4:20 PMEST
Closing Remarks4:20 PM - 4:30 PMEST
Networking Happy Hour Sponsored by Mitchell Martin & Firemon4:30 PM - 6:00 PMEST
Name Time Timezone Speakers
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Glow Up / Professional Headshots8:00 AM - 12:15 PMEST
Lunch12:30 PM - 1:00 PMEST
Live streamed Keynote: Robyn Benincasa1:00 PM - 2:00 PMEST
Break2:00 PM - 2:15 PMEST
Local Panel Discussion2:15 PM - 3:00 PMEST
Happy Hour3:00 PM - 4:30 PMEST
Name Time Timezone Speakers
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Guest check-in / Breakfast 8:45 AM - 9:45 AMPST
Welcome 9:45 AM - 10:00 AMPST
Live streamed Keynote: Robyn Benincasa10:00 AM - 11:00 AMPST
Engaging Panel Discussion11:00 AM - 11:45 AMPST
Networking Lunch 11:45 AM - 1:15 PMPST
Interactive Floral Design Workshop1:15 PM - 2:15 PMPST
Close2:15 PM - 3:30 PMPST
Name Time Timezone Speakers Description
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Arrivals10:00 AM - 10:30 AMCST 
Floral Bouquet Workshop 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMCST

with Flowers for Dreams

Professional Headshots 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMCST

with Nicole Gazzano

Lunch & Lives Streamed Keynote 11:30 AM - 12:45 PMCST 
Break12:45 PM - 1:00 PMCST 
Panel Discussion1:00 PM - 2:00 PMCST 
Name Time Timezone Speakers
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Arrival, Networking & Professional Headshots11:00 AM - 12:00 PMCST
Lunch 11:30 AM - 1:00 PMCST
Live streamed Keynote: Robyn Benincasa12:00 PM - 1:00 PMCST
Networking & Professional Headshots1:00 PM - 1:30 PMCST
Local Panel Discussion 1:30 PM - 2:00 PMCST
Professional Headshots & Happy Hour2:00 PM - 4:00 PMCST

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