The term “glass ceiling” is a familiar business term. It refers to the invisible barriers to advancement women face in their careers. For women of color, some describe that ceiling as one made of concrete, not glass. So, how do we move the needle for women of color?
In this session, we will explore some of the challenges facing women of color, ways we can address them, and how those solutions can benefit the entire profession.
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J.S. Held
Vice President, Forensic Accounting and Economics
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(516) 621-2900
Kathy Johnson is a forensic accountant and expert witness with over 25 years of accounting experience. She specializes in family law, business valuations and cash flow analysis, civil and criminal litigation support, estate and trust accounting analysis, fraud investigations, economic damages, and merger and acquisition due diligence. She serves as an expert witness and provides litigation support services for law firms for dispute resolutions and other accounting & economic issues.
Kathy has held the position of President and CEO, performed forensic accounting services for over one hundred cases, served as an expert witness for court-appointed engagements for civil and criminal cases, and provided litigation support for attorneys and clients seeking an expert witness and financial analysis.
Kathy is also an adjunct university professor. She teaches fraud, forensic accounting, auditing, upper-division accounting, and ethics to graduate and undergraduate students. She also teaches certified professional education (CPE) courses to other CPAs for topics that include family law, business valuations, Moore Marsden calculations, and asset tracing.
Etienne Consulting
Human-Centered Leadership Consultant | Speaker | Trainer
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(301) 778-5510
Jina Etienne, CPA, CGMA is a speaker, storyteller, and consultant who helps individuals and organizations unlock the power of authenticity, trust, and connection. With more than 30 years of experience in the accounting profession and business leadership, she brings a unique, deeply human approach to leadership development and culture-building.
Her work focuses on the intersection of leadership, belonging, and emotional intelligence, equipping people with the awareness and tools to lead with clarity, empathy, and intention. Known for blending professional insight with personal storytelling, Jina makes complex ideas accessible and relatable. She helps professionals at all levels show up more fully as themselves—both in their work and in their lives.