Confident Conversations

Empowering our sisterhood

Thank you for attending Confident Conversations!

Confident Conversations is a three-part, all-member virtual event designed to give all Kappa Delta members tangible ways to bring sisters, friends and family together to discuss issues.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2024-2025 Confident Conversations series, where Kappa Delta collegians and alumnae members were invited to step into their power and shape their future. We hope this year’s series inspired, empowered and equipped you with the confidence, knowledge, and mindset to succeed personally and professionally.

Past Speakers

Check out our incredible line-up of past speakers brought to you by the Kappa Delta Foundation.

Jess Ekstrom

In her keynote, "Chasing the Bright Side: Purpose-Driven Thinking Leads to Unstoppable Growth," Jess shared how optimism can be the key to overcoming obstacles and achieving unstoppable growth. Attendees learned how to find the sweet spot between passion and profit, turn setbacks into comebacks, and start building a brighter future with a positive mindset. This session left participants inspired and ready to take on the world with confidence!

Maria Maldonado-Smith

Maria Maldonado-Smith, former Miss Kentucky and sorority alumna, shared an insightful keynote on "Leveraging Your Sorority Membership: From College to Career." Maria shared valuable strategies to help you network effectively, articulate your sorority experiences in professional settings, and use storytelling to enhance your personal brand. This session was perfect for anyone eager to grow their career, make meaningful connections, and leverage their Kappa Delta experience for ongoing success.

Lauren Beane

The final session of the Shaping Your Future series helped attendees plan for the future with confidence — whether you're getting ready for a new role or just starting your career. Lauren Beane (Eta Upsilon-North Carolina State) presented "Ready Enough: Activating Our Confidence with Only 50% of the Answers." In this session, we learned how to embrace new opportunities with courage, harness your strengths, and develop a personalized action plan for achieving both short- and long-term goals.