The Baltimore Banner's InnovateHER

InnovateHER brings together bold, forward-thinking women for candid conversations on leadership, ambition, and the real stories behind success including pivots, risks, and all. Join us for an evening of inspiring dialogue, meaningful connections, and shared experiences.

Over canapés, wine, and cocktails, connect with like-minded peers, share ideas, and be part of an evening that celebrates and empowers women.

Our featured speakers will participate in one-on-one conversations live on stage, and take Q&A from the audience. 

2026 Featured Speakers include:
Whitney Eichinger, Senior Vice President, and Chief Communications Officer, Southwest Airlines 

Hilary Gay, Head of Strategic Partnerships, T. Rowe Price

Shannetta R. Griffin, P.E. Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport 

Jennifer D. Jones Chief Executive Officer, Howard County Economic Development Authority

Diana Khan, Attorney and Founder, DK Law

Anya Malkov, Head of Maryland Public Policy, Amazon 

Gracelyn A. McDermott Vice President, Marketing Sales & Business Development, Kaiser Permanente 

Elizabeth M. Nichols, MD, Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs, Professor of Radiation Oncology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Maryland Proton Treatment Center 

Thank you to our sponsors: Amazon, Kaiser Permanente, Howard County Economic Development Authroirty, BWI Airport, Southwest, DK Law Group, T. Rowe Price, Maryland Proton Treatment Center, Whiting-Turner, SECU, The Baltimore Ravens, United Way of Central Maryland, CharmCityRun, 4imprint, Astral Tequila, Ketel One, and Jackson Family Wines. We'd also like to thank our partners Rouge Fine Catering and Flowers & Fancies.

We have a number of raffles that we'll be doing onsite at the event including:

• Dinner for two at Cece's Roland Park 

• A piece of jewelry from Kendra Scott 

• $150 to Gorjana Jewelry 

• A free pair of shoes with shot fitting form Charm City Run

• 2 tickets to Megan Moroney at CFG Bank Arena on June 5th