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Bestselling Author Jenny Han Brings "The Summer I Turned Pretty" to Life on Screen
12 Nov
Summary
- Jenny Han, creator of "The Summer I Turned Pretty," to speak at Power Women Summit
- Emmy-nominated sports broadcaster Taylor Rooks to discuss empowering women in sports
- Financial expert Nicole Lapin aims to make money talk accessible for women
The Power Women Summit, presented by STARZ #TakeTheLead, is set to take place on December 2, 2025, at The Maybourne Beverly Hills. The event has added several new powerhouse speakers to its lineup, including Jenny Han, the creator of the hit Prime Video series "The Summer I Turned Pretty."
Han, who has evolved from a bestselling novelist to a showrunner and cultural force, will take the stage for an intimate discussion about her creative journey. Attendees will have the opportunity to view select clips from the series and hear Han's reflections on bringing her beloved characters to life, balancing fan expectations with fresh storytelling, and building a universe that captures the complexities of girlhood, identity, and love.
In addition to Han, the summit will feature Emmy-nominated sports broadcaster Taylor Rooks, who helped launch "The NBA on Prime" for Amazon and reports on "Thursday Night Football." Rooks and other female athletes, commentators, and executives will share their experiences in the sports industry and discuss the growing influence of women in sports media.
The event will also spotlight financial expert Nicole Lapin, who is on a mission to make money talk accessible for women everywhere. Lapin will join a panel of industry specialists to share practical strategies for building wealth, managing investments, understanding contracts and pay structures, and taking ownership of one's financial future with confidence.
