Saul Ewing is a proud sponsor of Women in Law & Leadership Summit: Atlanta, where our Atlanta Partner, Rebecca Davis, will be part of a speaking panel.
About the Summit:
The Women in Law & Leadership Summit: Atlanta, November 17, 2026, brings together senior legal executives, corporate counsel, business leaders, and rising decision-makers for an engaging and practical exploration of leadership in a rapidly evolving environment. Through candid conversations and actionable insights, the program examines how women are building influence, navigating organizational change, leading through uncertainty, and creating pathways for the next generation of leadership.
Rebecca’s Panel:
Who Opens the Door? Building Sponsorship Pathways That Last
Panelists: Rebecca Davis, Saul Ewing, Kimyatta Holder, SVP, Deputy General Counsel, Chief Compliance & Privacy Officer, Modern Health
Leadership trajectories are shaped by who gets invited into rooms where decisions are made. This session focuses on the mechanics of access – how sponsorship opens doors, transfers credibility, and builds durable leadership pathways for women. Rather than relying on informal networks or individual goodwill, the discussion centers on designing sponsorship systems that withstand leadership turnover, market shifts, and cultural pushback. It positions sponsorship as a long-term investment in leadership continuity and organizational strength.
This panel will explore:
- How access and advocacy shape leadership outcomes over time
- The role of senior leaders in transferring credibility and opportunity
- Designing sponsorship pathways that scale beyond individual relationships
- Preventing leadership backsliding by institutionalizing advancement support
