Helping women in Partnerships, Channel, and Alliances build their careers
WIA Global Summit
3:00 PM GMT / 7:00 AM PT / 10:00 AM ET
Register Now: May 20th 2025
Summit Agenda
3:00 - 3:20 PM GMT / 10:00 - 10:20 AM ET
Welcome
Our chair Carrie White will kick off the Women in Alliances Annual Summit with our Welcome Session—an energizing start to connect, inspire, and set the tone for an empowering experience ahead!
Speaker: Carrie White
3:20 - 4:00 PM GMT / 10:20 - 11:00 AM ET
Ensuring Partnerships Have ‘a Seat at the Table’: key strategies and best-practices
Are you finding it tough to prove to executives the real ROI of partnerships? Or do you need a clearer way to showcase your partner program’s impact?
Join Lauren Helstab and Michelle Teo as they break down how to prove partnership ROI and secure executive buy-in. With experience across 25+ SaaS companies, including Shopify, they’ll share the key metrics, frameworks, and real-world examples to make partnerships a ‘must-have’ growth engine.
Speakers: Lauren Helstab and Michelle Teo
4:00- 4:35 PM GMT / 11:00 - 11:35 AM ET
AI: Building the practical partnership use cases for today and tomorrow
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we work—and partner. In this forward-thinking session, we’ll explore real-world AI use cases that are driving value in partnerships today, while also looking ahead to what’s next. Discover how leading organizations are leveraging AI to enhance collaboration, streamline operations, and unlock new revenue streams. Whether you're just starting your AI journey or scaling existing initiatives, you'll leave with practical insights to apply in your partner ecosystem—now and in the future.
4:35 - 5:05 PM GMT / 11:35 - 12:05 AM ET
Navigating the job market with confidence and success
Ready to take charge of your career journey? In this practical and empowering session, you'll gain the tools and strategies to approach the job market with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Whether you're exploring new opportunities or aiming for your next big role, learn how to showcase your strengths, expand your network, and stand out in a competitive landscape. Walk away with actionable tips to boost your personal brand and navigate every stage of the job search with success.
Speakers: Stephanie Kee and Asher Mathew
5:05 - 5:45 PM GMT / 12:05 - 12:45 AM ET
Panel: Tackling the tough reality of partnerships and emerging triumphant
We will conclude by an empowering panel moderated by Zhenya Winter. Our panelists will share real-world experiences of navigating the complex challenges in partnerships—balancing competing priorities, managing conflict, and driving mutual success. Walk away with practical insights, renewed confidence, and inspiration to face the tough realities of alliances and come out stronger on the other side.
Panelists: Elise Carbone, Madelaine Ellis, Nicki Jarvis, Mike Nevin
Lauren Helstab
Co-founder
More than one way
Michelle Teo
Co-founder
More than one way
Carrie White
WIA 2025 Chair
Partner Manager
Vena
Stephanie Kee
Alliance Manager
Oracle NetSuite
Asher Mathew
CEO
Partnership Leader
Zhenya Winter
Head of Marketing Financial Messaging
Bottomline
Elise Carbone
Head of Partner Sales
EMEA/APAC
Deltek
Madeleine Ellis
AVP Head of Channel Sales EMEA/APJ
UiPath
Nicki Jarvis
Director
PWC UK
Mike Nevin
Managing Director
Alliances Best Practices
5:45 - 6:00 PM GMT / 12:45 AM - 1:00 PM ET
Closing Remarks
WIA co-founders will wrap up and reflect on key takeaways, celebrate the connections made, and leave you with motivation and actionable insights to carry forward in your partnerships and career.
"The WIA annual summit helps me get new ideas to strengthen my partnership practice, and it has tips on elevating your personal brand for career success. I attend every year!"
Liz McGlogan
Moody's
"This event is time well invested and keeps me up to date with the latest Partnership trends."
Stephanie Kee
Oracle NetSuite
"After decades of working in Global Alliances for a giant tech firm, when I saw my first WIA Summit I was hooked!"
Doreen Marchetti
WIA Head of Chapters
"The WIA Summit is one of the most unique events in my calendar because of its authenticity and powerful content. I recommend EVERYONE attends!"
Tina Gravel
Majesco
Speakers
Carrie White
WIA 2025 Chair
Manager, Partner Sales
Vena
Lauren Helstab
Co-Founder
More than one way
Michelle Teo
Co-founder
Moret than one way
Stephanie Kee
Alliance Manager
Oracle NetSuite
Asher Mathew
CEO
Partnership Leaders
Zhenya Winter
Head of Marketing Financial Messaging Bottomline
Elise Carbone
Head of Partner Sales EMEA/APAC
Deltek
Madelaine Ellis
AVP Head of Channel Sales EMEA/APJ
UiPath
Mike Nevin
Managing Director
Alliances Best Practices
Nicki Jarvis
Director
PWC UK