PHOTOS: Tina Opie and Babson at the Massachusetts Conference for Women
Oprah, Caitlin, and Babson.
Tina Opie, associate professor of management, highlighted Babson College’s presence last week at the 20th annual Massachusetts Conference for Women.
The sold-out conference at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center featured legends such as Oprah Winfrey, emerging icons such as basketball star Caitlin Clark, and leaders across the spectrum of business and society.
Babson visual designer Marissa Langdon captured the day in photographs:
Tina Opie on Stage
Opie, also the Johnson Family Term Chair, appeared on the panel discussion, “That’s a Good Question: Navigating New Work Environments,” an interactive session exploring insights and lessons on career paths and opportunities.
Opie (second from left, above and below) spoke in personal terms about finding work-life balance and prioritizing different things at different seasons of your life. She also emphasized the importance of being vulnerable in the workplace (carefully) and using that vulnerability as a strength to make connections and build relationships.
The panel was moderated by Sue Tabb, the co-host of “Morning Magic” on Magic 106.7 and host of the station’s “Exceptional Women” program. Opie shared her expertise alongside panelists Carmen Arce, the COO of The Partnership Inc., a Boston-based organization focused on attracting, developing, and retaining professionals of color; Jamie Haney, general counsel North America at Sanofi; and Amanda Morgan, chief commercial officer at Lantheus.
Shared Sisterhood Signing
Opie also signed copies of her best-selling book, Shared Sisterhood: How to Take Collective Action for Racial and Gender Equity at Work, which was named one of the 10 Best Business Books of 2022 by Forbes.
Read more about Tina Opie’s book, Shared Sisterhood.
Opie’s signing also was at the table next to Beverly Johnson, the supermodel and best-selling author, actress, and businesswoman. Johnson, the first African American woman to appear on the cover of American Vogue in August 1974, has written several books, including her memoir, The Face That Changed It All.
Star Turns
One of the conference highlights was Oprah Winfrey, who appeared for an inspiring conversation with Gayle King, co-host of “CBS Mornings.” She captivated the hall with her message to trust your intuition, emphasizing the value of knowing what is best for yourself. She shared that the times she has made a wrong turn were times she didn’t listen to her inner voice. She said when you’re at a crossroads, rather than asking everyone else, it’s better to figure out what you personally want.
Also, Caitlin Clark, the popular basketball player credited for the burgeoning interest in women’s professional sports, appeared for a discussion with Robin Roberts, co-anchor of “Good Morning America.” In addition to Winfrey and Clark, other keynote speakers included Olympic gold medalist Gail Devers and Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey.
The main stage also featured a surprise performance from the cast of SIX, the popular Broadway musical about the six wives of Henry VIII.
Babson Booth
Babson College was a sponsor of the women’s conference and had an impressive presence at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. The sold-out event drew 11,000 attendees.
The Babson team engaged prospective graduate students, lifelong learners, and employees on the College’s offerings and its recent successes, including being ranked the No. 2 Best College in the United States by The Wall Street Journal.
