Let’s be honest—if you’re leading, you’ve failed.
Not always publicly. Not always dramatically. But in the decisions you’d redo, the roles that weren’t right, the pivots you didn’t see coming, and the moments that tested your confidence.
This panel brings together women who own the weight of leadership—and the reality that failure comes with it. Expect real talk on what it looks like to fall forward, recalibrate fast, and turn setbacks into sharper strategy, stronger boundaries, and more intentional growth.
Because failure isn’t the opposite of success—it’s how powerful women build it.
Please join us for a lively conversation with our moderator, Mariam Huss, with our panelists, AdeOla Fadumiye, Linda Bartman, and Kayla Carey.
Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Event Location: The Old Post Office (Host: Bear Construction)
Address: 433 W. Van Buren St., Suite 212
Parking: There is hourly parking available in the building.
Parking Address for easy navigation: 404 W. Harrison St., Chicago. There is also parking available in the area that can be purchased via Spot Hero, Park Whiz, etc.
Light Agenda:
5:30p - 6:00p Check in and structured/creative networking
6:00p - 7:00p Panel, breakout, Q&A
7:00p - 7:30p Networking
Note: All registrations must be made at least 48 hours in advance to ensure access to the event. Registration for the event will close Monday, May 18th at noon.
