Cara Putman is a Clinical Associate Professor at Purdue’s Daniels School of Business and Director of the Brock-Wilson Center for Women in Business. An award-winning, best-selling author and licensed attorney, she teaches business law and ethics and brings experience in journalism, nonprofit work, and higher education.

Sabrina Wilson, a Purdue alum and executive coach with over 30 years of experience, helps leaders navigate transformation and high-stakes transitions with confidence. A two-time Power 100 Woman in Security honoree and founder of Spill the T Consulting, she’s known for turning complex challenges into opportunities for growth.

Bri Madren is a financial advisor and founder of Madren Financial who helps widows, families, and business owners find clarity and confidence through life’s biggest transitions. Rooted in faith, family, and service, she blends compassionate guidance with strategic planning to help clients align their money with their values and feel in control of their futures.

Jill Lehman is the Founder & CEO of a fractional HR firm that helps leaders and companies scale people and strategies to drive transformation. A seasoned executive and coach, she’s guided teams through scaling, successful exits, and culture-building while leading High Frequency Arts, a gallery that uses visual storytelling to inspire innovation.

Purdue alum Mickey Swortzel is an entrepreneur, investor, and ecosystem connector. Now focused on strengthening startup ecosystems, she connects founders, talent, and capital across universities and investors while mentoring the next generation of innovators through programs at institutions like Purdue, Notre Dame, and Yale.

Founder and CEO of Awesome People Leaders Heather Polivka utilizes her expertise to help organizations build thriving workplaces. A former leader at UnitedHealth Group and Target, her neuroscience- and AI-powered platform has earned national recognition for redefining manager development and promoting human-centered leadership.

Kat Nikolovski is a marketing associate at Eli Lilly & Company focused on oncology brand strategy and a Mitch Daniels Leadership Foundation Fellow. A Purdue marketing graduate and former student leader, she champions mentorship, personal branding, and professional growth for students and young professionals.

Leanne Bourdage is Manager of FP&A Procurement at SC Johnson, where she leads the Global Procurement Finance team. A Purdue Daniels School of Business alum with over a decade at SC Johnson, she combines financial and operational expertise to translate analysis into strategies that advance efficiency and long-term growth.