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What does it mean to truly show up as yourself—and create space for others to do the same?
Join us for a special adult forum, “The Courage to Be Seen: How to Live Authentically and Empower Others to Do the Same,” with special guest Sherin Sakr.
Presenter Sherin Sakr shows up as a Middle Eastern, Muslim, lesbian immigrant—and as the general counsel of CircusTrix, the franchisor of Sky Zone trampoline parks. In “Courage to Be Seen,” Sherin uses the art of storytelling to impart poignant lessons that will help leaders empower others. Her personal journey directly informs the guidance she offers to leaders and contributors at every level.
In “The Courage to Be Seen,” Sherin Sakr details—in deeply personal yet always uplifting terms—her personal and professional experiences as a Middle Eastern, Muslim, lesbian immigrant and how “showing up” makes her a stronger person and leader. Her guidance in this presentation is fresh, compelling, and essential. The audience will gain specific insights and concrete skills to apply in their own lives every day.
Sherin stands out among both diversity and leadership speakers; her content is personal yet her teachings are universal. Even while presenting to large groups, she connects with each individual right where they sit. It does not matter whether people identify as others, like Sherin, or as members of a majority. Sherin’s unique gift is to reel in listeners from every walk of life and teach compelling skills through evocative stories.
Sherin takes audiences on a powerful journey of exploration that rings true for those summoning the courage to show up and those empowering others to show up bravely. She opens with a simple question, an exercise to engage audiences early, and she comes full circle to reevaluate that exercise—and encourage listeners to choose differently next time with the conviction of what they’ve learned.
This powerful presentation will challenge you to think about authenticity and living your own life in truly authentic ways, every day, and will give you an understanding and appreciation of what it means to truly live an authentic life.
About the Speaker:
Sherin Sakr, JD, L.L.M, is the Chief Legal Officer of CircusTrix (the franchisor of Sky Zone Trampoline Parks). Sakr (she, her) was born in Cairo, Egypt, and lived in Germany and Puerto Rico before settling in the United States with her family at age 12. She is fluent in Arabic, German, Spanish and English. She received her B.S. from the University of Cincinnati, and obtained her JD and LLM in Taxation from the University of Denver.
Beginning in college, she actively participated in diversity and inclusion groups and has led diversity initiatives at each of her employers for the last 15 plus years. She is passionate about sharing her story and learning from the stories of others, and believes it is only in listening and learning that we can truly move towards a more inclusive, equitable and peaceful society.
Sherin Sakr’s leadership philosophy matches how she shows up for work as a lawyer every day — lead with authenticity and live authentically. “I made a decision a long time ago in my career to not apologize for who I am,” Sakr said. “I’m a five-foot-10, tall, strong, Middle Eastern, Muslim woman who also identifies as a lesbian — and that’s how I show up every day.”
In 2022, Sakr was named as one of Law Week’s Top Women. By being authentic, Sakr said she’s built a safe space for others to do the same. “I have worked incredibly hard to build a career as a powerhouse attorney while simultaneously respecting religious norms like fasting for Ramadan. It’s not easy, but I make sure I openly exist in both worlds,” Sakr said.