Summit Chairs & Hosts
Dr. Naomi Blemur, Summit Chair
Sarah Bertrand, Esq., Vice Chair
Sarah Bertrand, Esq., Vice Chair
Advocacy in Action Panelist
Sarah Bertrand, Esq., Vice Chair
Sarah Bertrand, Esq., Vice Chair
Sarah Bertrand, Esq., Vice Chair
Advocacy in Action Moderator
Nicky Wesley
Sarah Bertrand, Esq., Vice Chair
Nicky Wesley
Media Executive, Correspondent & Lifestyle Influencer
Edward Mena
Sarah Bertrand, Esq., Vice Chair
Nicky Wesley
Award-Winning Recording Artist & Cultural Ambassador
Miami Dade Women's Summit Speakers
Daniella Levine Cava, Mayor
Provost Michelle Johnson-Barnes, Ed.D.
Provost Michelle Johnson-Barnes, Ed.D.
VIP Breakfast & Julia Tuttle Pioneer Awards Keynote Speaker
Provost Michelle Johnson-Barnes, Ed.D.
Provost Michelle Johnson-Barnes, Ed.D.
Provost Michelle Johnson-Barnes, Ed.D.
Summit Keynote Speaker
Vicki L. Lopez, Commissioner
Provost Michelle Johnson-Barnes, Ed.D.
Alina Garcia, Supervisor of Elections
The Power of HER: Women Leading Miami-Dade Panelist
Alina Garcia, Supervisor of Elections
Provost Michelle Johnson-Barnes, Ed.D.
Alina Garcia, Supervisor of Elections
The Power of HER: Women Leading Miami-Dade Panelist
Mary Estimé-Irvin, Councilwoman
Mary Estimé-Irvin, Councilwoman
Mary Estimé-Irvin, Councilwoman
Advocacy in Action Panelist
Tenisha Williams
Mary Estimé-Irvin, Councilwoman
Mary Estimé-Irvin, Councilwoman
InspireHER Session Speaker
Yaneth Del Carmen Baez , Esq.
Mary Estimé-Irvin, Councilwoman
Yaneth Del Carmen Baez , Esq.
Advocacy in Action Panelist
Natlie G. Figgers, Esq.
Mary Estimé-Irvin, Councilwoman
Yaneth Del Carmen Baez , Esq.
InspireHER
Session Speaker
Theresa Therilus, Esq. City Manager
Theresa Therilus, Esq. City Manager
Theresa Therilus, Esq. City Manager
The Power of HER: Women Leading Miami-Dade Moderator
Dr. Tania Guerrier, DNP
Theresa Therilus, Esq. City Manager
Theresa Therilus, Esq. City Manager
Broken Crayons Still Color Speaker
Sainte Billings, CPA
Theresa Therilus, Esq. City Manager
Dr. Magda Demerritt, DSW
My Financial Makeover Speaker
Dr. Magda Demerritt, DSW
Theresa Therilus, Esq. City Manager
Dr. Magda Demerritt, DSW
Inspiration Corner
Speaker
Belinda Keiser
Yolanda Cash Jackson
Yolanda Cash Jackson
Speaker
Yolanda Cash Jackson
Yolanda Cash Jackson
Yolanda Cash Jackson
The Power of HER: Women Leading Miami-Dade Panelist
Discover Miami Dade Women's Summit
History
Overview
History
The North Miami Commission for Women was established by Ordinance 1461 on January 26, 2021, by Mary Estimé-Irvin to advise the City Council and City Manager on issues impacting women and girls. Guided by its motto, “Rooted in service, rising for change,” the Commission advances equity, opportunity, and access throughout the community.
Following the inaugural statewide meeting of Commissions on the Status of Women and Girls in Tallahassee, and under the leadership of Naomi Esther Blemur, the Commission hosted The State of Women & Girls in Florida: A Community Dialogue on October 21, 2025. The dialogue resulted in a unanimous vote to establish the Miami-Dade Women’s Summit.
Purpose
Overview
History
Launched during Miami-Dade 250, the Inaugural Miami-Dade Women’s Summit marks a historic moment as, for the first time, Commissions for Women and women leaders from across government, business, advocacy, and community sectors unite under one shared vision for Miami-Dade County.
More than a summit, this gathering serves as a catalyst for collaboration, innovation, and collective action — creating lasting impact for women, girls, and families throughout our community.
Overview
Overview
Overview
The Miami-Dade Women’s Summit is dedicated to uniting municipal Commissions for Women and women leaders across all sectors through shared purpose, strategic collaboration, and intentional leadership. By highlighting best practices, strengthening partnerships, and addressing critical challenges, the Summit seeks to expand opportunities for women and girls throughout Miami-Dade County.
This historic countywide gathering will convene women leaders from the state, county, and municipal levels alongside business executives, advocacy organizations, educators, entrepreneurs, and community stakeholders to foster connection, inspire innovation, and drive collective impact across our community.
Investing In Us
Who Should Attend
State and County Commissions for Women
City Commissions for Women
Business leaders and entrepreneurs
Emerging and next-generation leaders
Caregivers, mothers, and women managing households
Miami-Dade Participating Partners & Commissions
Office of Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava
Office of Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava
Office of Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava
Office of North Miami Councilwoman Mary Estime-Irvin
Office of Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava
Office of Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava
Office of Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez
Office of Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava
Office of Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez
Women of Tomorrow
Office of Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava
Office of Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez
North Miami Commision for Women
Miami-Dade Commision on the Status of Women
Miami-Dade Commision on the Status of Women
Miami-Dade Commision on the Status of Women
Commision on the Status of Women
Florida Commision for the Status of Women
Miami Women's Club
MJD Wellness Community Center
Miami Women's Club
CEATT
MJD Wellness Community Center
Miami Women's Club