OCEAN CITY, MD — March 30, 2026 — The Art League of Ocean City invites the public to an engaging evening of conversation and insight as part of Voices of Influence: Women Who Lead. This round-table brings together accomplished women leaders to share their journeys, offer practical guidance for women entering leadership roles, and explore how they balance career, passion, and daily life.
Panelists will include:
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Abby Custis, Artist, Entrepreneur
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Stephanie Fowler, Writer, Author, Storyteller
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Tamara Mills, Coordinator of Fine Arts for Worcester County Public Schools
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Erica Joseph, President of Community Foundation of Eastern Shore
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Jan Perdue, Business Woman, Philanthropist
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Amy Thompson, President/CEO of Ocean City Chamber of Commerce
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Many Ann Wengeman, Author, Leader in Government Setting
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Moderator: Dr. Mary Anne Cooper, Art League of Ocean City, Education Director
The program and table discussion are presented by the Women’s Art League Leadership Collaborative through a grant from The Woman’s Fund of the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore. The Leadership Collaborative supports and advances women leaders across the Eastern Shore through mentorship, programming, and networking opportunities.
This is a free event. To register use: https://canvas.
Registration is encouraged, but not required details. Interviews with organizers and panelists can be arranged in advance.
Center at 410-524-9433 or at OCart.org/events.
The Art League of Ocean City is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing the visual arts to the community through education, exhibits, scholarship, programs and community art projects. Financial support comes primarily through membership dues from individuals and corporate sponsors.

