The West Orange County Women’s Conference hosted a sold-out crowd on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at the Cypress Community Center. This was the sixth year that the City of Cypress coordinated this event, and the second year partnering with the cities of La Palma, Los Alamitos and Seal Beach. Women of the region, local business leaders and students from Cypress College, Cypress High School, Kennedy High School, Los Alamitos High School and Oxford Academy were in attendance.
The conference featured keynote speaker Dr. JoAnna Schilling, President of Cypress College, who delivered an inspirational and educational address. Additionally, the conference featured a variety of informative sessions including Opal Singleton, President and CEO of Million Kids, and more.
Cypress Mayor Pro Tem Stacy Berry said, “We are thrilled that the Women’s Conference continues to be a success! The positive feedback from our attendees inspires us to work hard each year to put together a great program full of dynamic and engaging speakers. We especially hope that the students in attendance leave this event inspired to pursue their passions and strive for success!”
The Orange County Women’s Conference also honored four award recipients for their notable contributions and active service to the community of Cypress, Los Alamitos and Seal Beach. Delight Sittman was recognized as the Cypress Woman of the Year, Noella Lew was recognized as the La Palma Woman of the Year, Judith Klabouch was recognized as the Los Alamitos Woman of the Year, and Arlene Mercer was recognized as the Seal Beach Woman of the Year.
