As Superintendent of the Fort Worth Independent School District, Dr. Karen Molinar holds one of the most complex and high-stakes leadership roles in our city. Responsible for shaping the future of more than 70,000 students, her work touches nearly every corner of the community \u2014 influencing the next generation of thinkers, innovators, and leaders.<\/p>\n
At the Women\u2019s Leadership Summit, Dr. Molinar will share her personal leadership journey, offering insight into the philosophy and mindset that sustain her through times of challenge and change. Attendees will hear how she has built resilience and focus over a career dedicated to public service, and how she continues to lead with clarity, compassion, and conviction.<\/p>\n
Her keynote is about what it means to lead when the stakes are high and the path forward is complex. It\u2019s about staying true to one\u2019s values, leading with courage, and finding calm in the storm.<\/p>\n
For women in leadership across every field \u2014 from entrepreneurs and executives to educators and creatives \u2014 Dr. Molinar\u2019s story is a powerful reminder that leadership is as much about who you are as what you do.<\/p>\n
Panel Discussion: Redefining Ambition & Success<\/strong><\/p>\n Before Dr. Molinar\u2019s keynote, the event will feature a thought-provoking panel conversation exploring how women leaders are reshaping the traditional definitions of success.<\/p>\n Moderated by Faith Geiger, founder of TULLA, a Fort Worth-based leadership and mindfulness coaching firm, the discussion will challenge outdated ideas of achievement \u2014 the \u201calways-on,\u201d \u201chustle-harder\u201d mentality \u2014 and instead center on the pursuit of balance, fulfillment, and authenticity.<\/p>\n Joining the panel are two of Fort Worth\u2019s most respected leaders:<\/strong><\/p>\n Jennifer Trevi\u00f1o, Executive Director of Leadership Fort Worth, who brings a community-first perspective on developing leaders that lift others as they climb.<\/p>\n Ashley Freer, President of Balcom Agency, who leads one of Fort Worth\u2019s most established marketing firms and champions creative leadership that values collaboration over competition.<\/p>\n Together, they\u2019ll discuss what ambition looks like in today\u2019s landscape \u2014 how it evolves as life changes, and how defining success on one\u2019s own terms can lead to stronger, more intentional leadership.<\/p>\n Event Details<\/strong> Tickets include the program plus a networking hour with drinks and light bites.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t miss your opportunity to be part of this important dialogue and connect with women shaping the future of Fort Worth.<\/p>\n Reserve your seat today for the 2025 Women\u2019s Leadership Summit: Redefining Ambition & Success.<\/p>\n Register now<\/a><\/p>\n \ud83d\udc4b What is local news worth to you?<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n Important decisions are made in our community every day. Your support ensures the Fort Worth Report can cover and share those stories \u2014 freely and independently.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n \n\tRelated\n<\/p>\n Fort Worth Report is certified by the Journalism Trust Initiative<\/a> for adhering to standards for ethical journalism.<\/p>\n Republish This Story<\/p>\n
Date: Tuesday,\u00a0November\u00a019, 2025
Time: 3:30 PM \u2013 6:30 PM
Location: Mira Vista Country Club
Presented by: Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce<\/p>\n
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