Leading Women Defined '13: Highlights From Day One

Sessions with Diahann Carroll, Janelle Monáe and more.

Leading Women Defined: Highlights From Day One - Intel Chief Diversity Officer Rosalind Hudnell joined Tracee Ellis Ross, BET CEO and Chairman Debra L. Lee, MC Lyte and women's leadership coach Ellie Nieves for the "Leading Women Defined: Intel Presents Developing Your Personal Brand Mentoring Session" on Feb. 28, 2013. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Leading Women Defined: Highlights From Day One - Intel Chief Diversity Officer Rosalind Hudnell joined Tracee Ellis Ross, BET CEO and Chairman Debra L. Lee, MC Lyte and women's leadership coach Ellie Nieves for the "Leading Women Defined: Intel Presents Developing Your Personal Brand Mentoring Session" on Feb. 28, 2013. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Speaking to the Youth - MC Lyte addressed the local youth who attended the session that focused on developing a personal brand, establishing credibility and maximizing professional success.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Speaking to the Youth - MC Lyte addressed the local youth who attended the session that focused on developing a personal brand, establishing credibility and maximizing professional success.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Round of Applause - Debra L. Lee took in the presentation, which gave students an opportunity to engage with the CEO and other summit participants in an open discussion. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Round of Applause - Debra L. Lee took in the presentation, which gave students an opportunity to engage with the CEO and other summit participants in an open discussion. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

All Eyes on Success - Students listened to tips for making the transition from the classroom to the boardroom by renowned women’s leadership coach Ellie Nieves. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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All Eyes on Success - Students listened to tips for making the transition from the classroom to the boardroom by renowned women’s leadership coach Ellie Nieves. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Black Butterflies - At the Dorothy Height Luncheon, Butterfly Honoree Esi Eggleston Bracey, Vice President, Global P&G Cosmetics,  spoke to singer Janelle Monáe while guests enjoyed a meal.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Black Butterflies - At the Dorothy Height Luncheon, Butterfly Honoree Esi Eggleston Bracey, Vice President, Global P&G Cosmetics,  spoke to singer Janelle Monáe while guests enjoyed a meal.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Songbird Shares a Story - CoverGirl Janelle Monáe shared inspiring words with attendees. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Songbird Shares a Story - CoverGirl Janelle Monáe shared inspiring words with attendees. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

In the Moment - BET CEO and Chairman Debra L. Lee and Vice President of Global P&G Cosmetics Esi Eggleston Bracey take a moment for a photo. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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In the Moment - BET CEO and Chairman Debra L. Lee and Vice President of Global P&G Cosmetics Esi Eggleston Bracey take a moment for a photo. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Question? - Guests were given the opportunity to ask questions during the Dorothy Height Luncheon. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Question? - Guests were given the opportunity to ask questions during the Dorothy Height Luncheon. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Women and Health - Later in the afternoon, Debra L. Lee opened the ING Challenge: A Conversation on Women & Wealth session. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Women and Health - Later in the afternoon, Debra L. Lee opened the ING Challenge: A Conversation on Women & Wealth session. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Power of the Purse - President & co-founder of ALTA Wealth Management Carmen Wong Ulrich and Senior Commodities Correspondent and CNBC Personal Finance Correspondent Sharon Epperson spoke to attendees about how women can be more strategic with finances. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Power of the Purse - President & co-founder of ALTA Wealth Management Carmen Wong Ulrich and Senior Commodities Correspondent and CNBC Personal Finance Correspondent Sharon Epperson spoke to attendees about how women can be more strategic with finances. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Dining in Style - The ladies enjoyed luxurious accomodations for the cocktails and dinner program at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Washington, D.C.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Dining in Style - The ladies enjoyed luxurious accomodations for the cocktails and dinner program at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Washington, D.C.(Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

A Conversation With Diahann Carroll - During dinner, guests enjoyed the privlege of listening to a conversation between award-winning author Susan Fales-Hill and legendary actress Diahann Carroll. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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A Conversation With Diahann Carroll - During dinner, guests enjoyed the privlege of listening to a conversation between award-winning author Susan Fales-Hill and legendary actress Diahann Carroll. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Leading Women - Debra L. Lee and Diahann Caroll took a moment to pose for a photo during the cocktails and dinner program. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Leading Women - Debra L. Lee and Diahann Caroll took a moment to pose for a photo during the cocktails and dinner program. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Dropping Knowledge - Nicole Ari Parker listened in during cocktails and dinner. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Dropping Knowledge - Nicole Ari Parker listened in during cocktails and dinner. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Special Sisterhood - Guests pose during cocktails and dinner. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Special Sisterhood - Guests pose during cocktails and dinner. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Cocktails and Chit Chat - Michaela Angela Davis speaks with guests at cocktails and dinner. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Cocktails and Chit Chat - Michaela Angela Davis speaks with guests at cocktails and dinner. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Generations of Leadership - Bethann Hardison (left) and Elaine Welteroth share a moment during cocktails and dinner. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

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Generations of Leadership - Bethann Hardison (left) and Elaine Welteroth share a moment during cocktails and dinner. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)