With more than 30 expert speakers, the conference will include a day full of engaging talks and sessions with health care experts on current topics related to the health and wellness of female athletes of all levels and generations. Featured topics will include:

• Keynote speaker Val Schonberg will offer invaluable insights into nutrition across various stages of an athlete’s career through her talk entitled “Who Moved My Cheese? Nutrition for Athletic Transitions Through the Lifespan.” Schonberg is a board-certified specialist in sports dietetics, a certified menopause practitioner with The Menopause Society, and a fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. In addition to individual nutrition counseling with her private practice in Atlanta, she is the consulting dietitian for Emory Sports Medicine and Orthopedics, Atlanta Ballet and the Atlanta Dream Women’s NBA team.
• Markesha Henderson will lead a pivotal session focusing on “The Caitlin Clark Effect: Leveraging Momentum for Women in Sports.” This session will provide a deep dive into the phenomenon known as “The Caitlin Clark Effect,” which has significantly impacted the visibility and representation of women and girls in sports. Henderson aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and tools necessary to cultivate and sustain public interest in women’s athletics, ensuring that the strides made are not only recognized but also built upon.
• The conference will also host a featured session with Katie Buria, strength and conditioning coach for the Atlanta Dream; Leah Edmond from Atlanta Vibe; and Chelsea Wood from Soccer in the Streets.

The event is open to all who are interested in furthering the conversation around female athletes and the unique power of sports. Medical professionals attending the conference will be eligible to receive 7 CME/CEU credits.

For more information on the conference agenda, speakers, registration details and how to join virtually, visit the Women’s Sports and Wellness Conference webpage.