Elevate your Leadership at arise 2025 in Madrid
Join a global community of trailblazing women of color redefining leadership across industries.
Empower. Connect. Transform.
June 22 - 27, 2025 | Madrid, Spain
Immerse yourself in a transformative experience designed exclusively for accomplished women of color.
ARISE Conference 2025 offers a unique blend of development workshops, cultural immersion and wellness activities tailored to address the distinct challenges faced by women of color in leadership roles.
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Unlock Your Leadership Potential Through:
Inspiring Keynotes
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Hear from visionary women from underrepresented backgrounds shaping the future of leadership. |
Interactive Workshops
Accelerate your leadership acumen by designing your leadership legacy, managing competing priorities and developing the skills needed to navigate the demands of your role.
Strategic Networking
Connect with influential leaders from diverse backgrounds and like-minded peers to expand your professional circle.
Cultural Immersion
Experience Madrid’s rich heritage and enjoy wellness activities that help you recharge and prioritize your personal empowerment.
Meet Your Program Leaders
Kimberly A. White-Smith, EdD
Dean and Professor, School of Leadership and Education Sciences, University of San Diego
Niki Elliott, PhD
Director of the Center for Embodied Equity and Neurodiversity, School of Leadership and Education Sciences, University of San Diego
Toya Rattler
Executive Coach and Leadership Consultant, AG Consulting, LLC
ARISE 2025 AGENDA AT A GLANCE
Our week together in Madrid will include meaningful workshops, cultural immersion and restorative wellness activities — all designed to foster connection, resilience and personal growth.
Here’s what we have planned:
Sunday, June 22
Arrival in Madrid, opening session and reception
Monday, June 23
Daily sessions and Parque del Oeste picnic
Tuesday, June 24
Daily sessions and an outing to Flamenco Performance
Wednesday, June 25
Self-care day, featuring yoga in Parque del Oeste and a tapas cooking class
Thursday, June 26
Final sessions and closing ceremony
Friday, June 27
Day trip to Toledo
Saturday, June 28
Departure from Spain
TRAVELING TO AND AROUND MADRID
Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport (MAD) is the main international airport, with direct flights arriving daily from major U.S. cities. From the airport, you can reach the city center by:
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Taking Metro Line 8 to the centrally located Nuevos Ministerios station
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Hailing a taxi — taxis from the airport to the city center charge a flat rate of €30
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Catching the express bus, which runs 24/7 and costs €5
Register now to Join us in madrid
Accelerate your leadership growth, network with like-minded women leaders and acquire the skills needed to thrive in your role. Secure your place today and be part of a transformative retreat designed for your personal and professional empowerment.