Women Who Move Metro Forward – A Panel Event Moderated by Randy Clarke

Learn from women in leadership at WMATA as they share career journeys, major projects, and lessons learned. Join us for an inspiring and engaging conversation celebrating the women of Metro and the impact they make every day. Moderated by Randy Clarke, WMATA GM and CEO, this panel will bring together women leaders and team members to share their experiences, perspectives, challenges, and insights on leadership, career growth, and creating meaningful impacts. The panel begins at 6:00 p.m. with networking and refreshments before and after. Let’s connect, learn, and move transportation forward – together. The panel features: Theresa Impastato, Executive Vice President and Chief Infrastructure Officer Kristie Swink Benson, Executive Vice President and Chief Communications Officer Shanita Wilkinson, Assistant Chief Transportation Officer for Rail Jill Cesari, Senior Vice President, Rail Modernization Program This event will be moderated by Randy Clarke, WMATA General Manager and CEO. The panel discussion will spotlight: • Women’s leadership and career paths in the transportation industry. • Current and past major projects and lessons learned. • Professional challenges women face in leadership positions, including visibility and advancement. • Strategies for supporting and retaining the next generation of women in transportation. The event will be held at the WMATA Board Room located at Metro's Headquarters at 300 7th Street SW, Washington, D.C.. Refreshments will be served. Thank you to WMATA for hosting this event! Closest Metro Station is L'Enfant Plaza. Cancellations: If you have made a reservation but find you are unable to attend, you must cancel by Friday, October 9th at 5PM. If you need to cancel, please send an email to [email protected] as soon as possible.