Prosper Portland Athletic and Outdoor’s Women in Footwear Design (WIFD) Committee joined with Liberty Collective at Ecotrust to host a leadership development panel discussion on Wednesday, September 24th. Titled A Generative Way Forward—Reimagining Power for a More Inclusive World, the event featured keynote speaker Kerri Hoyt-Pack of Liberty Collective and panelists Nereida Pedroza, Shade Pratt and Liz Callow. The panelists discussed ways to become a generative leader, and strategies for creating a positive team culture. The event concluded with a Q&A and networking opportunities.






Founded in 2024, WIFD exists to empower, connect, and uplift women across the footwear industry. Through thoughtfully curated events, resources, and community-driven programming, WIFD creates space for learning, collaboration, and visibility.








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