Hi Everyone,

Take a break from your workday and join us for our next Lunch with LeadHERship on April 29 from 12–1 PM EST. This informal virtual session is a chance to connect, recharge over lunch, and hear from inspiring leaders in our community.

We’re excited to feature Dr. Farzana Chohan, a member of the Women in Healthcare Advisory Board, in conversation with Kelli Falardo, National Board Mentorship Chair. Together they’ll share insights on mentorship, career growth, and the power of supporting one another throughout our professional journeys.\

Bring your lunch, bring your curiosity, and come spend an hour learning and connecting with colleagues across the Women in Healthcare network.

We hope to see you there!

Diversity in healthcare leadership has become a growing priority, but representation alone does not guarantee influence. While organizations may report progress in hiring and inclusion, important questions remain: Who is making decisions? Who holds executive authority? And how do informal power structures shape advancement opportunities within healthcare systems?

Join Women in Healthcare and ACHE of Greater Philadelphia for a thought provoking panel discussion that explores the gap between representation and real power in healthcare leadership. This panel will examine the difference between visibility and influence, the barriers that continue to limit advancement into executive roles, and what meaningful leadership equity truly looks like across healthcare organizations.

Together, our panelists will share insights from finance, nursing leadership, advocacy, and healthcare administration to unpack how power operates behind the scenes and what it takes to create systems where diverse leaders are not only present but empowered to lead.

Panelists

Ada Sklyarsky, CPA, Chief Financial Officer, Healthcare Building Solutions

Cathy Cardillo, MBA, Regional Director of Healthcare Advocacy, Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic

Angel McCullough, DNP, RN, MBA, NEA-BC, FACHE, Chief Nursing Officer, St. Mary Medical Center

Moderator

Chaitali Baviskar, MHSA, Senior Vice President of Healthcare Services & HRSA Project Director, Project HOME

Our Lean In Mission:

 To support professional and personal growth by providing valuable resources, strong relationships, and meaningful connections.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community across the healthcare sector including design, facilities, construction, clinical, and operations where individuals feel supported and empowered to grow.

Lean In Circle Meeting Schedule:

• Tuesday, 6/23 5:30-7 pm (in-person) - Launch Meeting
• Tuesday, 7/21 5:30-7 pm (in-person)
• Tuesday, 8/25 12-1 pm (virtual)
• Tuesday, 9/22 5:30-7 pm (in-person)
• Tuesday, 10/20 12-1 pm (virtual)

In-Person Events will be held at:

Design Co-op

123 S. Broad Street, Suite 2550

Philadelphia, PA, 19109

Please note: Membership in Women in Healthcare – Greater Philadelphia Chapter is required to participate in the Lean In Circle. If you would like to become a member, please email philadelphia@womeninhealthcare.org