For Immediate Release: Kayo Announces New Leadership

May 21, 2025 | Blog

Founder Lindsay Burton transitions to Strategic Advisor role, partnering with Wynnyk to expand Kayo’s impact 

Charlottesville, VA — Kayo Conference Series, a leading provider of networking events and professional development for women in finance, announces the promotion of Hannah Wynnyk to President. This leadership change marks an exciting evolution for the company, as Lindsay Burton transitions from President to Founder and Strategic Advisor, working closely with Wynnyk to advance Kayo’s mission of delivering best-in-class content and impactful networking for its community of over 2,500 professional women. 

Wynnyk, who joined Kayo in January 2022, quickly made her mark as Head of Marketing & Business Development, drawing on 15+ years of experience in luxury retail and eCommerce leadership. Known for driving operational excellence, sales growth, and customer experience, Wynnyk is set to guide Kayo into its next phase — scaling its exceptional offerings and deepening its reach across the private equity and finance ecosystem. 

Reflecting on her new role, Wynnyk shared: “I’m excited to lead Kayo’s next chapter by building upon our exceptional brand and unique community experience, seizing untapped opportunities to serve professionals in private equity, and sharpening our strategic focus to deliver even greater value and impact.” 

About Kayo Conference Series 

At Kayo, we believe women should have a community that supports, elevates, and champions them. That’s why we create industry-leading events where professional women can connect with peers and leaders, hear cutting-edge insights, and make meaningful business connections — all in a warm and welcoming environment. 

Kayo hosts annual summits and virtual events, reaching over 2,500 women across private equity, venture capital, ESG, energy and infrastructure, credit and debt, and real estate. We also organize local pop-up events and leadership retreats to strengthen our community and provide ongoing opportunities for networking and growth. We’re stronger when we Trailblaze Together. 

Media Contact: 
Ashley Johnson 
Director of Content 
ashley@kayoconferenceseries.com 
kayoconferenceseries.com