Wed Feb 12 20:40:00 UTC 2025: **Star-Studded Lineup Announced for California Conference for Women**
SAN JOSE, CA – February 12th will see a gathering of influential women at the 5th Annual California Conference for Women, held at the McEnery Convention Center in San Jose. This year’s event boasts a remarkable lineup of keynote speakers, including Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, actress and activist Jane Fonda, WNBA star Brittney Griner, and Food Network personality Padma Lakshmi.
Approximately 5,000 women leaders from various sectors are expected to attend the one-day conference, which focuses on connection, motivation, inspiration, and skill-building.
Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, will discuss resilience, her long career, and the evolution of gymnastics culture. She will also address speculation about her participation in the 2028 Olympics. Her advocacy for athletes’ mental health will also be a key topic.
Fonda, at 87, will share her perspectives on climate change and redefining wellness in later life, drawing on her decades of activism and celebrated career in Hollywood.
Griner, recently released from Russian detention, will discuss her experiences, emphasizing courage, perseverance, and overcoming adversity in a conversation with journalist Lulu Garcia-Navarro. Her continued LGBTQ+ advocacy will also feature prominently.
Lakshmi will explore the power of food to bridge cultures and her commitment to equality, immigrants’ rights, and women’s empowerment.
The conference runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $475, but readers of the Mercury News and Bay Area News Group can receive a $150 discount using the code “MERCURY” during online registration. More information is available at http://www.caconferenceforwomen.org.
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