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Keynote Speakers and Breakout Leaders for the
2025 Indiana Conference for Women
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2025 SPEAKERS
DAN HARRIS
MORNING KEYNOTE
Dan Harris is a fidgety, skeptical journalist who had a panic attack on live national television, which led him towards an investigative interest in mindful ambition and wellness. He went on to write the #1 New York Times bestseller, 10% Happier, followed by a chart-topping podcast, Ten Percent Happier, which ranks in the top 100. Harris, a seasoned reporter with over two decades of experience as an anchor and in the field, seamlessly weaves meditation into his narrative, highlighting its profound effects on stress reduction and clarity of thought, making it an integral part of his mission to promote well-being in the modern world.
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Renowned for his candid demeanor, journalist Dan Harris inspires others with his personal journey, emphasizing the transformative impact of a mentally resilient approach to ambitious professional endeavors. His guests have included everyone from His Holiness the Dalai Lama to Brené Brown to Karamo from Queer Eye. Dan's approach is seemingly modest, but secretly radical: happiness is a skill you can train.
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Sharing poignant examples from his own life, Harris lays out the (often winding) road to personal resilience. For his work, Harris has earned an Edward R. Murrow Award and four News & Documentary Emmy Awards. His TED Talk went viral, launching a new movement in mindfulness. He has spoken at Google and shared his mindfulness practice nationally on ABC News, NPR, Good Morning America, and more.
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TINA KNOWLES
LUNCH KEYNOTE
Tina Knowles is a celebrated fashion designer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist whose career seamlessly blends creativity and impactful community work. Launching her professional journey as a makeup artist, hairstylist, and owner of one of the biggest hair salons in Houston, Tina quickly became the visionary fashion stylist for the iconic music group Destiny’s Child. Her design expertise expanded to crafting stunning looks for Beyoncé’s world tours, television performances, movie roles, and red-carpet events.
As a designer, Tina successfully founded three clothing lines: House of Deréon, Deréon, and Miss Tina, each reflecting her innovative approach, entrepreneurship, and signature style.
Tina’s philanthropic efforts are equally distinguished. Alongside her family, she co-founded The Knowles-Rowland Center for Youth in Houston, Texas, and spearheaded the anti-hunger initiative, Miss A Meal. Her commitment to supporting communities has extended to substantial work aiding hurricane victims and contributing to COVID-19 testing initiatives. Tina is now a #1 New York Times best-selling author, after the release of her beautiful, authentic life story, Matriarch: A Memoir from Penguin Random House.
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Tina Knowles’ legacy is defined by her blend of artistry, business acumen, and deep-rooted dedication to fostering future generations through creativity and community support.
BONNIE HAMMER
BREAKOUT LEADER
One of corporate America’s most influential women, Bonnie Hammer has been called “the Queen of Cable” by the New York Times and hailed as “the most powerful woman in entertainment” by The Hollywood Reporter. From her start cleaning up after a four-legged TV star to her most recent role as Vice Chair of NBCUniversal, she has forged a legendary career in a turbulent, tough, male-driven industry. Now, she’s finally sharing her unconventional secrets to success.
In her timely and candid book, 15 Lies Women Are Told at Work…and the Truth We Need to Succeed, Bonnie creates a portable mentor for working women, written with humor and heart, and backed by data and research to support her points. 15 Lies shows how any woman can rise in her own work world.