Join Metro United Way’s Tocqueville Society for a new event: Louisville Authors Forum. This special luncheon event brings together two accomplished and local authors, Maggie Harlow and Pattie Dale Tye, for a thought-provoking discussion about the power of stories to illuminate history, shape perspectives, and inspire change.
Moderated by Beth LaGuardia Cooper, President of Advantage Media, the exclusive publisher of Forbes Books, the conversation will explore the authors’ creative journeys, the themes that drive their work, and the experiences that have influenced their writing. Guests will enjoy an engaging panel discussion, opportunities for audience Q&A, and meaningful dialogue with fellow community leaders and supporters. There will be a chance to meet both authors at the conclusion with a book signing.
Hosted by the Metro United Way Tocqueville Society, this event celebrates the impact of women’s voices, the importance of literature, and the connections that strengthen our community.
3701 Frankfort Ave, Masonic Home, KY 40041
11:30 AM – Arrival, Registration & Networking Lunch
12:00 PM – Program Start with Author Panel Discussion
1:00 PM – Audience Q&A, Book Signing
1:30 PM – Event Concludes
Maggie Harlow is an internationally celebrated leadership strategist, an author, an award-winning keynote speaker, and one of the founding content designers behind Signarama Masters Academy. With a career defined by empowering organizations and individuals to play bigger, Maggie is recognized for transforming sales teams and developing high-impact leaders across multiple countries—including Spain, France, Australia, South Africa, and the United States.
A passionate advocate for women in business, Maggie is the co-host of the acclaimed Renegade Ventures podcast, where she spotlights and amplifies the stories of bold women entrepreneurs as they build, acquire, and exit companies. Her thought leadership has been featured in Business First Journals, on National Public Radio, and in dozens of major business outlets, making her a sought-after voice on issues of leadership, growth, and gender equity in professional environments.
Maggie’s expertise is further recognized through her role as a celebrated guest lecturer at prestigious business schools, such as UCLA and the University of Louisville. Her dynamic workshops and keynote addresses are distinguished by her unique ability to weave business acumen, creativity as a visual artist, and the discipline of a certified Natural Horsemanship practitioner—creating transformative experiences for audiences and teams. At the heart of her teaching is her signature message: “Give yourself permission.” This mantra inspires courageous decisions, helps unlock untapped potential, and drives extraordinary results.
In addition to her work on stage and in the classroom, Maggie is the author of the upcoming book “Everyday Extraordinary: How Giving Yourself Permission Changes Everything.” Poised to inspire professionals worldwide, her book distills years of practical experience and research into a roadmap for harnessing courage, creativity, and authentic leadership.
Maggie’s impact extends beyond business. She is the recipient of the Humanitarian of the Year Award from the National Association of Women Business Owners and has been honored multiple times for her nonprofit leadership and lasting community
contributions. Whether she’s coaching executives one-on-one, or electrifying a room of thousands, Maggie brings a rare combination of warmth, insight, and actionable strategy to every engagement.
If you’re seeking a speaker, strategist, or partner who delivers real transformation, look no further than Maggie Harlow. Her ability to blend visionary thinking, grounded leadership tactics, and a deep belief in human possibility, makes her an indispensable resource for organizations and individuals ready to take bold steps forward.
To book Maggie Harlow as a speaker or to learn more about her transformative programs, visit maggieharlow.com.
Pattie Dale Tye is the COO for Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC, a bestselling Forbes Author, and a national speaker. Pattie Dale is a C-suite veteran with over 30 years of experience leading companies to new heights and course-correcting businesses in need.
Pattie Dale has an extensive track record of success with some of the most recognized brands in the world. She spent over a decade with AT&T, was instrumental in turning around Humana’s multibillion dollar Large Business Commercial Segment and championed Humana’s first ever Population Health work, which resulted in not only regulatory changes within CMS, but placed Humana on Fortune Magazine’s 50 Companies Changing the World.
In June 2024, Forbes published Pattie Dale’s first book, Ordinary to Extra-Ordinary – written for people just starting out, those re-entering the workforce after a time away, or anyone entering the third stage of their career. Pattie Dale’s insights and expertise come from over three decades of leading and being led. She reaches beyond traditional career advice; taking you on an authentic leadership journey through her first hand expertise. Pattie Dale has walked in your shoes and is here to help you through your own journey.
Pattie Dale has received awards and recognition throughout her career including “Louisville’s Enterprising Business Women”, 2021; “Private Company Directors to Watch”, 2021 “Healthcare Heroes in Louisville”, 2017, a “Women to Watch in the Business Insurance Industry”, 2010 and “Texas Woman on the Move”, 2008. She serves on the Boards of Louisville Metro Zoo Foundation and Kentucky State Chamber Foundation. She has previously served on the Board of Metro United Way, The Greater Houston Partnership, where she served a Chair of the Women’s Initiative, Trilogy Health Services where she chaired the HR Committee and led the Humana Foundation as Interim CEO in 2017. She is also on the board of the International Women’s Forum Kentucky Chapter.
Since her book release, Pattie Dale has been a guest speaker on multiple podcasts, TV shows and conferences across the US and abroad. Pattie Dale was also recently nominated as a 2025 Today’s Woman Magazine’s Most Admired Business Leaders.
As President of Advantage Media, the exclusive publisher of Forbes Books, Beth leads all product and service delivery operations, ensuring that clients receive a world-class experience across publishing, authority-building, and promotional programs. Key tenets of her philosophy include an emphasis on strategic relationships and customer experience, data-informed, collaborative decision-making, and innovative approaches that ensure sustained category leadership.
Previously, Beth served as CMO for Advantage, and previously for American Public Education (NASDAQ: APEI). During her tenure at APEI, she helped grow the organization from $20M to $600M in annual revenue.
Beth earned an A.B. in Economics from Duke University and an MBA in Marketing from the University of Maryland. She speaks regularly to audiences on proven CEO strategies to grow authority for impact and relationship-focused brand strategy.
Beth lives in Charleston, SC with her husband and their teenage daughter.
