IN-PERSON | Perspective Leadership Series | From Overwhelmed to Empowered
Join us for our second session, From Overwhelmed to Empowered
Unpack the myth of “doing it all” and explore how women leaders are setting boundaries, prioritizing well-being, and redefining success on their own terms. In this empowering session, you’ll learn practical strategies for managing competing demands without sacrificing your health, relationships, or career goals. Hear how successful women are creating sustainable approaches to leadership that make room for both ambition and balance. Walk away with fresh perspectives and actionable tools to help you lead with greater clarity, confidence, and intention.
Moderated by:
Lori Samazin is a dynamic executive leader with 30+ years of experience in strategy, operations, and leadership development, most recently for T-Mobile where she served as Director/Chief of Staff to the CIO and CTO. Outside the scope of her Chief of Staff role, she designed innovative programs focused on leadership growth, executive coaching, and AI-driven development experiences for senior leaders.
Lori holds an MBA and a BSBA from Rockhurst University and began her telecom career at Sprint as an intern during graduate school.
She is the past Treasurer of the Central Exchange, having served on our board for six years.
After stepping away from corporate America a little over a year ago, Lori is fully embracing this new chapter—sleeping in an hour later, working in her yard, taking BodyCombat classes, and enjoying every moment with her first grandchild.
Today, Lori brings her energy, insight, and deep leadership experience to guide our conversation as panel facilitator.
PANELISTS COMING SOON!
Date and Time
Wednesday Jul 15, 2026
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM CDT
8:30 AM - Arrival, Mingle and Enjoy Breakfast
9:00 AM - Program Begins
10:00 AM - Program Ends
Please Provide Us Notice If You Need To Cancel:
We understand that schedules change. If you have registered for this program and can no longer attend, we greatly appreciate you notifying us of your cancellation by completing our cancellation form or emailing hello@centralexchange.org at least 48-hours prior to the program if possible. This is so we can adjust our catering order to help eliminate food waste and prepare accordingly. Thank you!
Location
IN-PERSON AT UMKC BLOCH EXECUTIVE HALL
5108 CHERRY STREET, ROOM 414
KANSAS CITY, MO 64110
Parking is available in the Cherry Street Garage and you are able to park in Lot 12, Lot 14 or Lot 19, or any of the other lots in red on the map (see here).
Fees/Admission
FREE for CX Members Interested in becoming a CX Member? Read more about membership here and be our guest for up to two CX Programs or Exchange Circles.
1 Voucher for CX Partners
$35.00 for Non-members
No refunds.
Contact Information
Allison Baker
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