Confidence & Executive Presence in Leadership (Scottsdale, AZ)

Join ACELerate Women for an interactive conversation on confidence and executive presence. This session will explore how women can strengthen their voice, communicate with clarity, navigate difficult conversations, and show up with confidence in leadership and professional settings. Featuring perspectives from women leaders in both corporate and entrepreneurial spaces, this discussion will offer practical insight, shared experiences, and meaningful dialogue to help you lead with greater presence and purpose.
Light beverages and snacks will be provided.
Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Redwood Investment Management, 4110 N Scottsdale Rd Suite 125, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Ticket Pricing:
Early Bird (through Jun 2nd, 12:00 PM PST): Members: $20 (member login required) | Non-Members: $27
General Admission (after June 2nd, 12:00 PM PST): $35
Note: Registration Required (limited capacity). All purchases are non-refundable. A 5% transaction fee will be added at checkout.
Chau Nguyen (Moderator) is cofounder of CHAOS Supplies, a company with more than 30 years of experience in the safety and automotive product industry. Through her leadership, CHAOS has become a trusted provider of innovative, specialized solutions that support professionals across multiple sectors. Chau is committed to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction, helping businesses access reliable products and expert support. Her entrepreneurial spirit continues to drive growth and advancement in occupational safety.
Evelyn Casuga, CEcD Emeritus (Panelist), is Director of Community & Economic Prosperity at the Center for the Future of Arizona. She brings decades of leadership in economic development, community affairs, municipal government, education, and civic engagement, including 25 years at APS and prior city management roles. Evelyn serves on numerous boards and advisory committees across Arizona and has received multiple awards for civic leadership and economic development. She holds a master’s degree in City and Regional Planning from UC Berkeley and lives in Casa Grande with her husband, Jerry Stabley.
Dr. Mele Kramer, Ph.D (Panelist), is a Walden University Postdoctoral Fellow, Adjunct Professor, and Evidence-Based Coach specializing in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. Her work focuses on leadership, organizational development, psychological safety, change management, and inclusive workplace practices, with doctoral research on stereotypes and Asian American women leaders. She brings more than 20 years of experience across federal, academic, and private-sector environments, including organizational development consulting, leadership coaching, and higher education administration. Based in Scottsdale, Dr. Kramer also serves as a mentor with ACEL.