Women in the Workforce Presents: The Mechanics of Influence

The Elevate Yourself in 2026 Series, proudly presented by Arizona Technology Council’s Women in the Workforce, Bank of America and Gibson, continued in June 2026 with Part 3: The Mechanics of Influence! In a fast-paced professional environment, being good at your job is only half the battle. The other half is ensuring your ideas are heard, understood, and adopted. This workshop focused on the mechanics of influence: how to translate your hard work into the language of leadership. We moved beyond basic “public speaking” to look at how to frame your value, navigate office dynamics, and propose solutions with clarity—regardless of your title. Meet Our Presenters: SHELLEY NEWKIRK, Director, Exec. Communications, Cisco JENNIFER SPEARS, Market Communications Manager, Carondelet Health Network SARAH HALPER, Director of Strategic Communications, Cisco Many thanks to event sponsors: Bank of America and Gibson