Join us for a transformative event like no other, where you’ll have the opportunity to be inspired by an incredible lineup of female thought leaders spanning diverse industries.
From discussions on success and confidence to invaluable insights into parenting, gut health, finances, and beyond, this summit promises to ignite your passion and drive.
Come immerse yourself in a day of empowerment, learning, and connection as we celebrate the wisdom, resilience, and achievements of women shaping our world.
Don’t miss out on this unparalleled opportunity to gain fresh perspectives and unlock your full potential.
- Inspiration from Diverse Speakers: Hear impactful stories from women across various industries.
- Support a Good Cause: Contribute to local non-profits like Youth Infusion, which supports youth programs.
- Engaging Atmosphere: Experience a lively and supportive environment that promotes growth and connection.
- Networking Opportunities: Meet like-minded individuals, entrepreneurs, and professionals.
- Attend In-Person or Virtually: Participate in the way that works best for you.
- Learn New Perspectives: Gain valuable insights and diverse viewpoints from speakers in different fields.
- Be Part of a Movement: Join a community dedicated to empowering women’s voices and personal growth.
- Refresh and Recharge: Step away from daily routines for a day of inspiration, motivation, and self-reflection.
Mark your calendar and reserve your spot today!
THE EXPERIENCE
An Uplifting Experience:
The Audacity to Speak Summit offers you a day of inspiring speakers in various industries, and a percentage of proceeds going to Youth Infusion, a local Non-Profit offering programs for our youth.
Fun and Supportive Atmosphere:
Immerse yourself in a lively and supportive environment that fosters growth, connection, and collaboration.
Food:
There is a concession there, but no outside food (or dry non-messy food), please.
Virtual Audience:
If you can’t attend LIVE, you can watch via Zoom with our Hybrid setup.
- When: Saturday, November 1, 2025
- Where: 88 S Courtland St, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
- Time: 10:00 – 1:00 PM EST
(Doors Open 9:30 AM) - Connect with the Speakers and Networking: 2:00 PM EST
>>Speakers and guest usually head over to the Derailed restaurant on Crystal Street, East Stroudsburg
The 3rd Audacity To Speak Line-Up
Most people avoid workplace drama—Robyn Hatcher used to write it.
A former TV writer for All My Children and One Life to Live, Robyn now helps leaders and teams rewrite the script on how they communicate and lead. As a keynote speaker and communication expert, she blends neuroscience, storytelling, and emotional intelligence to turn soft skills into real-world results.
Robyn is the creator of the ActorTypes™ method and other powerful frameworks that help professionals show up with clarity, confidence, and presence. She’s worked with top organizations like Spotify, UBS, PayPal, and Con Edison, and was named one of the “21 Leaders for the 21st Century” by Women’s eNews.
From behind-the-scenes to center stage, Robyn’s journey is a reminder that we all have the power to step into our spotlight—and shine.
As a dedicated Multiple Income Streams Coach, Susan Vernicek specializes in empowering mompreneurs to unlock the potential of diverse income sources. Whether clients are just starting out or looking to scale, she provides tailored strategies to help them build and sustain multiple revenue streams—all while balancing the demands of motherhood. With her guidance, women learn how to maximize their earnings, create passive income, and achieve financial independence. Susan’s mission is to transform a business vision into a thriving reality, allowing her clients to enjoy more freedom and flexibility in their entrepreneurial journey.
She helps women define and achieve more balance and momentum as they piece together their MomLife + BizLife. Through her coaching, Susan supports moms in shedding guilt and comparison, taming (or embracing) the chaos, and moving beyond survival mode—so they can step into becoming confident women, conscious mothers, and badass business owners.
Unlike other mindset and business coaches, Susan uses her signature A-Game Approach—an approach that provides a transformative mindset foundation and creates tangible, actionable steps. She developed this formula through 19 years of experience igniting the lives of women while running a national online magazine, building a six-figure speaking career, publishing three books, launching Your A-Game Podcast, and leading multiple coaching and course programs. She is known for her contagious energy, high-touch support, and persistent motivation.
Latha Jay is a published author, spiritual strategist, and manifestation coach whose work bridges the worlds of neuroscience, spirituality, and entrepreneurship. She is the author of two bestselling books and has two upcoming titles being published by Wiley in 2026, including her highly anticipated work, The 24/7 Manifestation Method: Becoming a Magnet for Success in Just 7 Days.
Through her signature teachings, Latha has coached hundreds of women around the world to align their mindset, energy, and purpose with prosperity, proving that success in business is not just mechanical, but deeply spiritual.
She is also the founder and host of The Journey Retreats in Costa Rica, immersive experiences where women come together to heal, manifest, and rise into the fullest expression of who they are.
Blending grounded wisdom with spiritual depth, Latha’s message is clear: when you align your soul with your strategy, abundance becomes inevitable.
Lori Pine is an executive leadership coach for ambitious, high-performing professionals who are looking for more, despite all their accomplishments. Through her signature Joy Revolution framework, she helps them rediscover their purpose and passion, so they can infuse more joy in all facets of their life.
While Lori provides highly customized, 1:1 coaching, a common theme she speaks on is pivoting – navigating life’s unexpected moments with resilience.
In 2021, Lori navigated her own major pivot by leaving the corporate world (which she’d been in for 25 years) to start her own business as The Joy CEO.
While in corporate, Lori was a Customer Vice President of Sales and presented within all levels of the organization: C-Suite to Field Level.
Today, she is a sought-after speaker who engages her audiences with relatable stories, expert advice, and a healthy dose of humor to keep things fun.
As a dedicated Multiple Income Streams Coach, Susan Vernicek specializes in empowering mompreneurs to unlock the potential of diverse income sources. Whether clients are just starting out or looking to scale, she provides tailored strategies to help them build and sustain multiple revenue streams—all while balancing the demands of motherhood. With her guidance, women learn how to maximize their earnings, create passive income, and achieve financial independence. Susan’s mission is to transform a business vision into a thriving reality, allowing her clients to enjoy more freedom and flexibility in their entrepreneurial journey.
She helps women define and achieve more balance and momentum as they piece together their MomLife + BizLife. Through her coaching, Susan supports moms in shedding guilt and comparison, taming (or embracing) the chaos, and moving beyond survival mode—so they can step into becoming confident women, conscious mothers, and badass business owners.
Unlike other mindset and business coaches, Susan uses her signature A-Game Approach—an approach that provides a transformative mindset foundation and creates tangible, actionable steps. She developed this formula through 19 years of experience igniting the lives of women while running a national online magazine, building a six-figure speaking career, publishing three books, launching Your A-Game Podcast, and leading multiple coaching and course programs. She is known for her contagious energy, high-touch support, and persistent motivation.
Betty Galvan is a former middle school teacher turned entrepreneur who has been at the forefront of digital marketing since its early days. In 2017, she launched My Friend Betty Says Digital Marketing Studio to help business owners amplify their voices and grow their impact—all while raising her three sons. Through her work, Betty has partnered with entrepreneurs, business professionals, and service providers across industries, finding a common thread in their desire to make a positive difference in people’s lives.
In January 2024, Betty acquired The Co-Co in Summit, NJ, a co-working and community space, where she now supports a diverse network of women professionals and entrepreneurs. She is opening The Co-Co's second location in Florham Park in November of 2025! A proud first-generation Mexican-American originally from Chicago, Betty earned her degree in English with a minor in Secondary Education from Loyola University Chicago. She is passionate about fostering community and helping others thrive.
Gena Campbell is a trauma-conscious life coach, bestselling author of Is Love Even Real? from the Pain to Power™ Journal Series, and a seasoned project manager in the pharmaceutical industry. A divorced single mother of two and a living kidney donor, Gena is a survivor whose journey—from addiction, abuse, and stalking to sobriety, motherhood, and deep self-reclamation—fuels her life’s mission to help women heal.
With a BA in Economics and an MBA in Project Management, Gena blends intellect with intuition, strategy with soul. She is passionate about journaling, spiritual growth, and guiding women as they reclaim their bodies, voices, and lives—one page, one truth, and one courageous choice at a time.
Her story is living proof that the past does not define us—what we choose next does.
Elika Almeida is a youth and women’s advocate who has been leading change in the Pocono Mountains since 2004. After leaving the corporate world to focus on her family and community, she co-founded Youth Infusion in 2009, sparking her mission to amplify youth leadership and civic engagement.
As Executive Director, Elika has championed initiatives like Youth Talks and the Youth Leadership Advisory Board, offering mentorship, mental health support, and service-learning experiences to local youth. She is a certified Youth and Teen Mental Health First Aid Instructor and the creator of Girls Infused, a leadership program empowering girls ages 10–15 through confidence-building and mentorship from inspiring women in the community.
Elika’s work is rooted in her belief that youth voices matter, and that when paired with strong mentorship, they can create lasting impact.
Christina Ioannides is the owner of Fabulous & FearLESS, a dynamic women’s empowerment lifestyle brand dedicated to helping professional women find their voice and stand up for themselves in any setting—be it at work, home, or on the street. Her mission is to equip women with the confidence and security to navigate any situation with assurance.
With 37 years of martial arts experience, Christina is a six-time World Karate Fighting Champion and a 6th Degree Black Belt. Her journey as a breast cancer survivor has further strengthened her resolve. By blending self-defense with mindset coaching, she ensures both the mind and body are prepared for any challenge. Through her FearLESS Formula, Christina has empowered hundreds of women, engaging them to lean in, laugh, and share while learning vital mental and physical self-protection skills.
Today, Fabulous & FearLESS provides invaluable tips and tools, helping women find their inner strength to amplify their voices, confidently assert themselves, and walk into boardrooms with unwavering presence. Beyond her professional mission, Christina enjoys training in karate, running, reading, and cooking her favorite Greek dishes. She resides in West New York, NJ, where she enjoys a breathtaking view of the NYC skyline.
Lauren serves as Executive Director for Safe Monroe. Lauren came to Safe Monroe (then Women's Resources of Monroe County) in 2014 with 10 years of experience in the field of victim services. A graduate of both Immaculata University and West Chester University, she holds degrees in both Sociology/Criminology and her Masters of Public Administration, focusing in Nonprofit Administration.
Lauren is proud to be serving survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Monroe County and works hard to create sustainability and growth for the programs at Safe Monroe as it continues to partner with local agencies and the surrounding communities.
To contact the Executive Director please call 570-424-2093 ext. 124 or email LPeterson@safemonroe.org
For all questions regarding our services, or to make an appointment for counseling or advocacy services, or to ask about shelter, please call our 24-hour hotline at 570-421-4200.
To contact the departments below, call 570-424-2093 plus the appropriate extension:
- Direct Services Supervisor, ext. 120
- Housing & Database Coordinator, ext. 131
- Controller, ext. 122
- Shelter Manager, ext. 115
- Executive Assistant, ext. 137
- Development Director, ext. 119
- Volunteer & Community Outreach Coordinator, ext. 114
CO-HOSTS + PARTNERSHIPS
The Audacity to Speak Summit
Audience Tickets ( Virtual or In-Person)You will receive an email with further details after registration. Please add (susan@identitymagazine.net) to your “approved” inbox list.
Who is Susan Vernicek and Identity Magazine?
Helping Moms with Businesses Have the Audacity to Achieve™ and in this particular case, SPEAK. Susan has over a decade of hosting conferences, retreats, workshops, and special events like this one.
The Audacity to Speak Summit is Susan’s brainchild from coaching many female entrepreneurs over the years who want to speak and get paid.
For the past several years, she’s been helping moms and entrepreneurs who are struggling to define and achieve balance and momentum as they experience combining MomLife + BizLife.
Unlike other mindset, life, and business coaches, she uses her signature, A-Game formula that provides a transformative foundational mindset and creates tangible action-steps. I created this formula throughout my 19 years of experience igniting the lives of women while running a national online magazine, building a 6-figure speaking career, publishing 3 books, launching Your A-Game Podcast, and coaching and course programs. She’s known for her contagious energy, high-touch support, and persistent motivation.
“I attended Susan’s retreat in Pennsylvania this year. It was refreshing to meet so many women who are committed to making big moves in business and life–which is exactly what the conference focused upon. It was well organized, the food was great, and the speakers and teachings were engaging. I would highly recommend this conference and Susan’s events to other women.”
“Susan is incredibly passionate about Identity and its mission to inspire women to Accept. Appreciate. Achieve. She shares personal experiences with her readers that give Identity a warm and friendly appeal – it makes her and her magazine relatable for every type of woman. She works hard to deliver a worthwhile experience for her readers through her online magazine, as well as in person through her book tour workshops. She’s an excellent networker, accommodating to work for, and looks to promote not just her business, but her sponsors’ and advertisers’ companies/products as well.”
“Working with Susan is an absolute joy. She is one of the most creative, enthusiastic, and determined individuals I’ve ever had the pleasure of being associated with. When she puts her mind to something, it gets done! I also admire her true desire to empower all women to live more fulfilled, happier, and healthier lives. I am honored to be a contributing author and expert at Identity Magazine, and to work with such a dedicated and loving individual.”
CO-HOSTS + PARTNERSHIPS
What If I Can't Stay the Entire Time?
If you can’t stay for all the speakers, you may come and go. We will have a teammate working the door to ensure nobody enters or leaves during the time a speaker is on stage.
Will this be Recorded?
Yes, this event will be recorded and a replay will be sent to all ticket holders (virtual and in-person tickets)
Will There Be Food?
The theatre will have their concession stand open. Please don’t bring anything messy or loud.
Where is Parking?
There is meter parking on the road and all around.