On Wednesday, March 6, 2024, W!LD hosted its 3rd "Hot Breakfast, Hot Topics" reception in Florence before ATTD 2024. Nearly 150 emerging and established women leaders and their committed allies from around the world gathered to connect and learn over a hearty breakfast featuring Tuscan meats and cheeses. As with each of W!LD's breakfast receptions, W!LD provided Close Concerns' ATTD conference preview and created one-pagers and posters to assist attendees in distilling the plethora of learnings ahead at the conference. Dr. Francine Kaufman pointed out the trailblazing women luminaries in attendance during her welcome remarks, and Holly McGarraugh highlighted the incredible impact Dr. Kaufman herself has had on the field. Liz O'Hara then offered additional words of welcome and shared what W!LD means to her before Elaine Young kicked off a round of introductions with Kelly Close listening in from San Francisco. Dr. Robert Gabbay, Chief Scientific and Medical Officer of the ADA, was in attendance and made the exciting announcement that Dr. Kaufman is slated to receive the Lois Jovanovic Transformative Woman in Diabetes Award during the ADA's 84th Scientific Sessions in Orlando.

From Wednesday, March 6 to Saturday, March 9, W!LD organized four guided tours of the Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze and the Gallerie degli Uffizi. Over 50 attendees came together to learn about and experience Florence's rich art and culture, featuring highlights such as Botticelli's Birth of Venus and Michelangelo's Statue of David.

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