ICONS: Leaders in Finance (In-Person Event)

Join an exclusive, in-person gathering of women shaping the future of finance at the 2026 ICONS: Leaders in Finance. On March 25, 2026, financial leaders from across the West Coast and beyond will convene at the iconic Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel for an immersive afternoon and evening of insight, connection, and inspiration.

This premium leadership experience features candid conversations with dynamic, diverse finance icons who are navigating today’s most complex challenges and driving meaningful change within their organizations. Designed to foster authentic dialogue and meaningful relationships, ICONS brings together rising stars and established leaders in finance to expand perspectives, exchange strategies, and elevate careers.

Attendance is intentionally limited to preserve the intimate nature of the experience.

Earn up to 3.5 CPE credits while gaining practical leadership insights you can apply immediately.

 

Conversations With Finance’s Leading Changemakers

Hear directly from influential leaders across the finance profession, including:

• Jessica Coniglio | Assistant Managing Partner & CFO Business Transformation Leader | Forvis Mazars

• Olia Duncan | Senior Director, GPO Record to Report | Nike, Inc.

• Cheryl Grise | Global Client Services Partner | EY

• Stacy Harrington | Vice President, Corporate Accounting | Microsoft Corporation

• Sarah Ovuka-Appel | Senior Principal, Technical Accounting & Policy | Nike, Inc.

• Sarrah Schoenewald | Global Chief Accounting Officer | UPS

• Lisa Stark | Executive Vice President, Controller | U.S. Bank

 

Why Attend ICONS in Person

This in-person experience is intentionally designed to go beyond content delivery and create space for connection, reflection, and relationship-building.

In-person attendees will enjoy:

• An intimate, highly curated program designed to spark high-value conversations with accomplished finance leaders

• Opportunities to connect meaningfully with peers and speakers during networking breaks and informal discussions

• Thoughtfully prepared refreshments throughout the program to support engagement and energy

• An elegant alfresco evening reception and dinner overlooking the Laguna Niguel coastline, offering a relaxed setting to deepen professional relationships

• A setting and format tailored to foster genuine connection — something that can only happen in the room

To preserve the quality of the experience, in-person attendance is limited.

   

Past ICONS speaker Amber Kinney reflects on courageous career moves, imposter syndrome, and leading with purpose in high-impact organizations.

 

Included With Your In-Person Registration

All in-person registrations include complimentary access to the virtual replay of ICONS: Leaders in Finance.

Replay access allows you to:

• View recorded sessions from the live event at the scheduled replay time

• Reinforce key takeaways and leadership insights shared during the program

 

Can’t Attend in Laguna Niguel?

For those unable to join us in person, a virtual replay-only option will be available on April 22, 2026.

The virtual replay includes:

• Access to all sessions at the scheduled replay time

• Eligible CPE credit opportunities

The virtual replay does not include live participation, networking opportunities, or audience Q&A.

Experience ICONS the way it was designed to be experienced — live, immersive, and in the room.

 

Register Now

Secure your place at ICONS: Leaders in Finance — in person at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. Experience the full program live and receive access to the post-event virtual replay.

Prefer replay access only?
Register for the virtual replay, available April 22, 2026.