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2024 WOMEN'S STORYTELLING MASTERCLASS

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
FEBRUARY 6-7, 2024

cultivate your story

The Kayo Women’s Storytelling Masterclass unites 75 women leaders for a captivating journey into the world of storytelling. Tailored for women in finance, this 2-day event combines interactive workshops with experiential activities to help business leaders learn to tell their own stories in business settings with greater impact. A cozy, winter setting at the Boar’s Head Inn in Charlottesville, Virginia sets the backdrop for a retreat-like experience and authentic relationship building.

what to expect

WORKSHOPS, COACHING & PEER-TO-PEER CONNECTIONS

PROFESSIONAL COACHING

Learn by doing.  Expert theatre coaches teach storytelling through fun, interactive workshops and lightning round coaching.

CULTIVATE YOUR STORIES

Personal stories help us connect emotionally to our audience. Reflect on your experiences and select personal stories that can serve a purpose in a business setting.

MAKE PEER CONNECTIONS

A curated group of like-minded women in finance and business offer connections, support and feedback throughout the two-day program.

MASTER ONE 60-SECOND STORY

Get results. Leave the workshop having mastered one 60-second story that you can share confidently in business and personal settings.

who should attend

WOMEN IN FINANCE

Investors, deal-makers and M&A professionals. Working in finance doesn’t have to mean being a robot. Personal stories designed for business situations will help you connect authentically and memorably your clients.

WOMEN LEADING TEAMS

Team Leaders, New Managers and C-Suite Leaders. Connect with your teams on an emotional level by sharing your own stories. Show a more vulnerable side of yourself and see how your relationships flourish.

WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS

Founders and Aspiring Founders. No one will tell the story of your company like you. Captivate clients, investors and employees by developing stories that reflect your core values and inspire in a way only you can.

WOMEN IN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Sales and Marketing Leaders. Stories will stick with clients far longer that facts and figures. Learn to be more memorable and create long-lasting relationships with authentic storytelling.

themes

So many women don’t think of themselves as story-tellers, or don’t think their stories are interesting. This Masterclass will show you how our brains are wire to hear and tell stories, and that every person has a story to tell. Walk away with one 60-second story that you can share in business and personal settings to connect with your audience.

WHY STORY?

  • How Our Brains are Wired
  • Myth and meaning-making
  • Storytelling for good (and evil)

ELEMENTS OF A STORY

  • Structure, Character, Plot
  • Tools of Rhetoric
  • Origin Stories, Challenge Stories, Triumph Stories

CRAFTING A STORY

  • What’s my role? What’s my goal?
  • The What, The Who, The How
  • Find Your Throughline

LIGHTNING ROUND

  • Practice, Practice, Practice
  • Professional Coaching
  • Peer-to-peer Audience Feedback

past attendees

  • Arc Capital Partners
  • Accolade Partners
  • Capricorn
  • Carnegie Corporation of NY
  • CIRE Equity
  • Elise Capital
  • Forbright Bank
  • Hines
  • Holland & Knight
  • Illinois Municipal Retirement
  • LEM Capital
  • Link Logistics
  • Maryland Retirement System
  • Mercer
  • Parkway
  • Ropes & Gray
  • TN Retirement System
  • Utah Retirement Systems
  • Virginia Retirement System
  • Vinson & Elkins
  • and more!

NEVIN TORRES, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CIFC ASSET MANAGEMENT

 

“Women supporting other women – it’s the best and Kayo just gets it!”

SAMANTHA NORQUIST, CHIEF SUSTAINABILITY OFFICER, FORBRIGHT BANK

 

One of the most impactful professional events I’ve been apart of with a truly incredible group of women!”

CARRIE GREEN, DIRECTOR OF EQUITIES, TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY

 

“I left with a great network of women, who I know I can reach out to anytime.”

THE FACILITATORS

Back by popular demand, Casey Erin Clark and Julie Fogh, the dynamic duo behind Vital Voice Training, are on a mission to redefine the narrative surrounding leadership communication. With rich backgrounds in theatre, voiceovers and leadership coaching, they draw upon their talents to empower individuals in mastering the art of storytelling. Their teaching styles are collaborative, engaging and infused with fun!

THE VENUE

Nestled amidst the enchanting Blue Ridge Mountains of Charlottesville, Virginia, Boar’s Head Resort invites you to experience an extraordinary getaway. Immerse yourself in a unique blend of wellness, athletics, and outdoor adventures set against a backdrop rich in history and academia. With world-class amenities including a rejuvenating Spa, state-of-the-art Sports & Fitness Center, and exquisite Epicurean Experiences, this resort provides the perfect sanctuary for professional growth and meaningful connections with like-minded peers.

BECOME A SPONSOR

Show women you walk beside them. When you sponsor a Kayo event, you put the women in your organization on a path to success. Kayo, and our sponsors, create a warm, welcoming environment where women feel empowered, championed and energized.

register

LIMITED PARTNERS

$0

Non-fee earning limited partners that allocate capital to investment funds. Includes Foundations, Public/Private Pension Plans, Taft-Hartley/Unions, and Endowments. Excludes fee-earning Limited Partners and business development professionals.  

GENERAL ADMISSION

$1,999

Women leaders in finance and business, including investment professionals, advisors, business leaders and other women leaders. 
*Price does not include hotel room.

GENERAL ADMISSION
+ HOTEL ROOM

$2,299

Women leaders in finance and business, including investment professionals, advisors, business leaders and other women leaders.
*Price includes a hotel room at the Boar’s Head Resort for Feb. 5-6 (a $410 value).

frequently asked questions

WILL I RECEIVE THE ATTENDEE LIST IN ADVANCE?

Yes, we send a list of attendees (names, firms, titles, cities) within one week of the event. 

WHAT IS THE ATTIRE?

Masterclass events are casual, and we want you to be comfortable and cozy throughout the day. Wear what makes you feel comfortable and confident, and allows you the stamina to stay energetic through the day. We typically see everything from athleisure to business casual. 

WHAT IS YOUR REFUND POLICY?

After purchasing a ticket, refunds are not available. Tickets may be transferred to another individual at Kayo’s discretion up to 3 days before the event. In the event of a cancellation, we are no longer offering credits to future events. 

ARE GROUP DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE?

Yes. We offer a 20% discount on groups of three or more. Contact hello@kayoconferenceseries.com to request a special code for your group or to request an invoice.  

HOW DO I BOOK MY HOTEL ROOM AT THE BOARS HEAD INN?

We’ve secured a room block at the Boar’s Head Resort. Prices start at $159 per night. This block will sell out, so we recommend booking your room early. Once you purchase your ticket, you will receive a direct link to book. You may also call the resort directly at (877) 853-0708 and tell them you are with the Kayo Conference Series group to reserve at our reduced rate. If you are looking to extend your stay pre- or post-event, you may call the resort directly after booking your room through the link to process your stay extension. 

HOW DO I TRAVEL TO CHARLOTTESVILLE?

Getting to Boar’s Head Resort 

Boar’s Head Resort
200 Ednam Drive
Charlottesville, VA 22903 

By Air: Charlottesville/Albemarle Airport (CHO) is located 10 miles from Boar’s Head Resort. The following carriers service CHO airport: US Airways Express, United Express and Delta Connection.

Other airports nearby include Richmond International Airport (RIC), about one hour and 25 minutes away from the resort by car and Dulles International Airport (IAD), about two hours away from the resort by car.

By Car: Boar’s Head Resort is located at 200 Ednam Drive, just west of Charlottesville off of Route 250. 

By Train: The Amtrak train station is located less than 4 miles from Boar’s Head Resort. The station code is CVS.

CAN YOU HELP ME WITH INTERNAL APPROVALS?

Yes, we’ll be drafting a letter that you can share with your manager. Contact hello@kayoconferenceseries.com for help with internal approvals. 

WHAT IF I ATTENDED THE PREVIOUS MASTERCLASS? SHOULD I STILL ATTEND THE UPCOMING EVENT?

Storytelling with Vital Voice Training is the next step in the presentation journey and will build off what was taught in the workshop this past February in Nashville. No worries if you missed ‘Amplify Your Voice’ – you can jump right into this one without feeling lost! 

The program outline will be broken down into: 

  1. Why Story? 
  2. What do we mean by Story? 
  3. The Elements of a Story  
  4. Delivering Stories 
  5. What’s my Story? 
  6. Lightning Coaching 

OTHER QUESTIONS?

We’re here to help! Contact hello@kayoconferenceseries.com for any other questions. 

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ATTEND

Invest in yourself while you network with other trailblazers.

SPEAK

Get behind the podium to advance your career.

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