VIA Connects
Do The Change
Join us March 22, 9am-4pm at The Stembler Theatre at The College of Coastal Georgia Campus.
This year’s theme, “Do The Change,” fuels a movement of women driving positive impact.
Expect powerful speakers, engaging workshops, and meaningful connections that empower you to take bold steps toward your goals.
Let’s make change happen – together!
2025 agenda
All times are in US EST.
Information is subject to change without notice.
Time | Session | Where | |
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9 – 9:30am | Registration | Stembler Theatre, College of Coastal Georgia | |
9:30 – 9:45am | Welcome by Regina M. McDuffie, Brunswick City Manager, followed by Anne Goodstein & Libby Cole | Stembler Theatre | |
9:45 – 10am | Keynote Speaker • Tresena Bowe | Stembler Theatre | |
10:15 – 11am | Danielle McLellan | Embracing Discomfort as a Catalyst for Growth | Details |
Linda Drinkwine & Lori Peacock | “I Can’t Believe I’m Doing This!”: Starting a Business After Age 60 | ||
Rachael Bregman | A vision of communal spirituality | Details | |
11:15am-12pm | Tanya McDowell | Change as a Journey: Navigating Transitions with Purpose | Details |
Sherri Wick | R.E.S.T to Rise: Empowering Women to Thrive Through Wellness and Connection | Details | |
Linda Casotti | Program development with purpose and passion | Details | |
Vanessa Wagner | Weathering the Storm | Details | |
noon-1pm | Lunch with topics |
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1:15 – 2pm | Trish Amodeo | Change a Feeling. Feel the Change. | Details |
Evie Staples | The Power to Pivot: 3 Steps to Embrace Change and Deepen your Impact | Details | |
Judith Nuñez Romero | El Hubiera Si Existe – En español | Details | |
2:15 – 3pm | Keandra Cash | The Daily Reset: Reflect and Recharge | Details |
Dr. Jennifer Heller | Personal Growth | Details | |
Nidhi Patel | Imposter Syndrome & Representation: Reclaiming Your Confidence in a World That Questions It | Details | |
Shemeka Sorrells | Mobilizing for Change: Fostering Shared Values and Collaborative Commitment | Details | |
3:15 – 3:45pm | Panel | Stembler Theatre: Laura Khurana, Commissioner Kendra Rolle, and Rachael Thompson. Moderator: Dr. Ande Noktes. | |
3:45-3:55pm | Keynote Speaker • Carrie Lofstrom | Stembler Theatre | Details |
4pm | Closing Remarks, Libby Cole | Stembler Theatre | Details |
2025 agenda
Date: March 22, 2025
Location: Stembler Theatre, College of Coastal Georgia, Brunswick
Early Bird: $40 (Includes lunch + tote bag)
Registrations will close on March 20th.
At the Door: $40 (No lunch or event bag)
Scholarships Available
All times are in US EST.
Information is subject to change without notice.
Time | Session | Where | |
---|---|---|---|
9 – 9:30am | Registration | Stembler Theatre, College of Coastal Georgia | |
9:30 – 9:45am | Welcome by Regina M. McDuffie, Brunswick City Manager, followed by Anne Goodstein & Libby Cole | Stembler Theatre | |
9:45 – 10am | Keynote Speaker • Tresena Bowe | Stembler Theatre | |
10:15 – 11am | Danielle McLellan | Embracing Discomfort as a Catalyst for Growth | Details |
Linda Drinkwine & Lori Peacock | “I Can’t Believe I’m Doing This!”: Starting a Business After Age 60 | ||
Rachael Bregman | A vision of communal spirituality | Details | |
11:15am-12pm | Tanya McDowell | Change as a Journey: Navigating Transitions with Purpose | Details |
Sherri Wick | R.E.S.T to Rise: Empowering Women to Thrive Through Wellness and Connection | Details | |
Linda Casotti | Program development with purpose and passion | Details | |
Vanessa Wagner | Weathering the Storm. | Details | |
noon-1pm | Lunch with topics |
| |
1:15 – 2pm | Trish Amodeo | Change a Feeling. Feel the Change. | Details |
Evie Staples | The Power to Pivot: 3 Steps to Embrace Change and Deepen your Impact | Details | |
Judith Nuñez Romero | El Hubiera Si Existe – En español | Details | |
2:15 – 3pm | Keandra Cash | The Daily Reset: Reflect and Recharge | Details |
Dr. Jennifer Heller | Personal Growth | Details | |
Nidhi Patel | Imposter Syndrome & Representation: Reclaiming Your Confidence in a World That Questions It | Details | |
Shemeka Sorrells | Mobilizing for Change: Fostering Shared Values and Collaborative Commitment | Details | |
3:15 – 3:45pm | Panel | Stembler Theatre: Laura Khurana, Commissioner Kendra Rolle, and Rachael Thompson. Moderator: Dr. Ande Noktes. | |
3:45-3:55pm | Keynote Speaker • Carrie Lofstrom | Stembler Theatre | Details |
4pm | Closing Remarks, Libby Cole | Stembler Theatre | Details |
If you need any specific accommodation, let us know.
If you have any questions, please contact us.
Speakers

Tresena Bowe

Linda Drinkwine
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VIA Connects is an opportunity for womxn to meet, get inspired, share and hear empowering stories and deliver powerful strategies designed around personal growth, financial wellness, professional growth and community growth.
This event is designed to bring us together around an enriching personal, professional, and collective experience.
VIA Connects – Do The Change
VIA Connects is an opportunity for women to meet, get inspired, share and hear empowering stories and deliver powerful strategies designed around personal growth, financial wellness, professional growth and community growth.