Join us for a powerful and candid conversation with Renata Spinks McNeal, author of Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Boss Lady, as she shares lessons from her personal and professional journey navigating leadership, confidence, and ambition as a woman.

In this session, Renata will explore what it truly means to lead with authenticity while thinking strategically, setting boundaries, and owning your seat at the table. Drawing from real-life experiences and insights from her book, she will challenge common narratives placed on women in the workplace and offer practical guidance on how to lead boldly—without compromising who you are.

This discussion is designed to be honest, relatable, and actionable, offering participants tools they can immediately apply in their careers, whether they are early in their journey or navigating senior leadership roles.

Registration Fees
FREE for WIT Members
$25 for Non-members

Event Speaker

Renata C. Spinks McNeal
Executive Chief, CyberSec International

Renata C. Spinks McNeal is a distinguished cybersecurity executive, technologist, and published author recognized for advancing secure digital transformation across federal and industry ecosystems. As Executive Chief of CyberSec International and a former senior technology leader within the U.S. Marine Corps, she has architected zero trust frameworks, modernized enterprise networks, and led global cyber defense operations protecting mission critical systems. Her expertise spans cloud migration, identity and access management, cyber workforce development, and large scale IT portfolio modernization. Renata’s published work empowers women to lead with precision, resilience, and strategic clarity. A respected educator and innovator, she develops cyber curricula, mentors emerging leaders, and champions diversity in the technology pipeline. Her career reflects a commitment to national security, operational excellence, and building the next generation of cyber ready leadership.