2026 Women Who Mean Business Summit
Date and Time
Friday Oct 16, 2026
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM EDT
October 16, 2026
9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location
Jewish Community Center (JCC)
5403 Monument Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
PARKING:
Free parking located in the rear of the building.
Fees/Admission
AI: FRIEND, FOE, OR FUTURE?
General Admission Members | $129.00
General Admission Non-members | $159.00
Vendor Tables/Exhibitors Available : Vendors
See the vendor registration page for details.
Members: $175 (6 Ft. table, tablecloth, 1 chair, and lunch)
Members: $225 (6 Ft. table, tablecloth, 2 chairs, and lunch)
Non Members: $250 (6 Ft. table, tablecloth, 2 chairs, and lunch)
Tentative Summit Agenda
9:00 A.M. Door Open - Attendee Registration
9:35 A.M. Opening: Welcome
UNSHAKEN & STILL ON FIRE
Protecting Your Passion, Purpose & Peace Through Every Season
Success doesn’t always look the way we imagined. Careers evolve, businesses change, priorities shift, and even the work we once loved can leave us feeling exhausted or disconnected. Unshaken & Still on Fire is an honest conversation about staying passionate and purposeful without sacrificing your peace.
11: 00 A.M. - 11:45 A.M. 2 Concurrent Breakout Sessions (Select One)
Harnessing AI Without Losing the Human Touch
Understanding Your Rights, Protecting Your Information & Using AI Responsibly. AI is changing how we work, communicate, market, create, and make decisions-but how much should we rely on it, and where do we draw the line?
Know Your Numbers. Know Your Options. Build Your Empire.
Capital can be the difference between having a great idea and having the resources to make it happen-but knowing when to borrow, how much to borrow, and how to position yourself for funding is just as important as knowing where to find it.
REFILL YOUR CUP! WELLNESS MOMENT
Pause. Breathe. Reset. Recharge.
This energizing 15-minute wellness experience is designed to help you reset your mind, restore your energy, and reconnect with the woman behind the work, the responsibilities, and the everyday demands. Sometimes being UNSHAKEN doesn't mean pushing through. It means knowing when to pause, take a breath, and refill your cup.
Special Award: 2026 Remarkable Woman of the Year
1:30 P.M. - 2:15 P.M. Closing General Session
BUILDING TEAMS THAT BEND, NOT BREAK
Creating Stronger Teams, Stronger Relationships & Stronger Results
Change is inevitable. People change. Businesses change. Careers change. Expectations change. And sometimes, the pressure can test even the strongest teams. Building Teams That Bend, Not Break is a high-energy closing panel designed for every woman in the room-whether you're building a business, leading an organization, managing a team, contributing to one, or navigating your next career move.
2:30 P.M. - 3:30 P.M. Closing Networking
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Contact Information
Darricka Alexander
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Description
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The 16th Annual Women Who Mean Business Summit The Women Who Mean Business Summit is more than just a conference — it’s a dynamic, one-day experience designed to empower and connect women professionals. Throughout the day, attendees will engage in high-impact workshops, thought-provoking discussions, and insightful sessions led by inspiring, high-profile speakers who challenge conventional thinking and spark fresh ideas. With countless opportunities for meaningful networking, this Summit serves as one of Virginia’s premier gatherings for professional women - where new partnerships are formed, innovative ideas are exchanged, and business opportunities are born. At unprecedented levels, women are leading bold movements, shaping future change-makers, and redefining the landscape of business and innovation. They are building business ecosystems that are more inclusive, culturally aware, socially responsible, and collaborative. But how are women rewriting the narrative, driving wealth creation, and impacting outdated business models? The 2026 Women Who Mean Business Summit will bring together visionary leaders who are answering these questions - sharing real-world strategies and powerful insights to inspire, equip, and empower the next generation of women leaders. |
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