Innovation Women

Luminary LIVE Philadelphia
2025-12-10 09:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Dosso Beauty, 5102 Rochelle Ave, Commercial 2, Philadelphia, PA, United States
On December 10th, Luminary LIVE comes to Philadelphia with a day built for bold thinkers, doers, and dreamers. Expect powerhouse conversations, interactive workshops, and the chance to connect with the people who make Philly one of the most passionate, resilient, and creative cities in the country. Here, we’re not just talking about success—we’re defining what it means together. Whether you’re leading a business, launching a new idea, or simply looking to grow, you’ll find inspiration and community waiting for you. And yes, it’s free.

Start, Scale, Exit: Why You Need to Become a Better Negotiator
2025-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Many skills shape every stage of entrepreneurship, but one skill especially: negotiation. Not the transactional kind — the strategic kind that determines your speed of breakthrough, speed of scale, and ultimately your speed of exit. This talk breaks down why founders who negotiate well grow faster, avoid costly mistakes, and keep far more control over their company’s direction.
Key Takeaways:
• The three negotiation blind spots that quietly drain a founder’s equity and leverage.
• How negotiation changes at Start, at Scale, and at Exit — and what skills each stage demands.
• A simple decision-making framework founders can use to reduce pressure, gain clarity, and negotiate from strength instead of fear.

Wellness Alliance Members Webinar
2025-12-11 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Online
The Wellness Alliance unites the strengths of the two most recognized and influential professional associations in the wellness industry: Wellness Council of America (WELCOA) and the National Wellness Institute (NWI). With a long history of leading the charge in supporting wellness for individuals and workplaces, the Wellness Alliance offers trusted education and certification programs, evidence-informed resources, and networking opportunities, so that professionals are empowered to positively impact well-being.
Dr. Ashley Smith will be presenting “Helping Employees Thrive through Uncertainty”.

EmpowHER Webinar - Morison Global
2025-12-11 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | Online
Morison Global is a top 10 global association of experienced, vetted and compatible firms across the globe, offering specialist depth and service breadth, in critical locations.
Diane Darling will be presenting “Networking 101”

Speaker Friend Friday
2025-12-12 08:45 - 10:00, 2025-12-19 08:45 - 10:00, 2025-12-26 08:45 - 10:00, 2026-01-02 08:45 - 10:00, 2026-01-09 08:45 - 10:00, 2026-01-16 08:45 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Join us every Friday at 8:45 am ET for Speaker Friends Friday on Zoom. We have discussions with speakers, authors, event managers, business owners, podcasters and other professionals. All are welcome!

Alexander Skye Group Presentation
2025-12-15 | Online
Stay connected with the Alexander Skye Group as we host workshops, networking sessions, and business growth events designed to educate, inspire, and empower entrepreneurs and business owners. From strategy-driven webinars to in-person masterminds and community meetups, our events are curated to help you build, scale, and thrive.
Precious Williams will be presenting “Pitch Slap Your Sales this Holiday Season”.

Get More Speaking Opportunities
2025-12-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Looking to boost your business, increase your visibility, and get on more stages? Speaking is one of the most effective ways to share your expertise, build credibility and attract new business and career opportunities — and we’re here to help you.
Join us for this free session with Innovation Women founder Bobbie Carlton, where we’ll show you how to find and land speaking opportunities, craft a strong speaker presence and tap into the Innovation Women community and our tools that support your growth every step of the way.
You’ll learn:
1️⃣ How speaking can help drive business and grow your professional visibility
2️⃣ What event managers, podcast hosts and media are looking for in speakers
3️⃣ How Innovation Women connects women and other underrepresented voices with speaking opportunities of all kinds
4️⃣ Ways our community, tools and platform help you take your speaking career to the next level, no matter where you are at right now
Plus, you’ll get a live tour of our speaking opportunity database, a peek at our educational resources and an introduction to our supportive online community.
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to grow your impact, this session will help you gain access to more opportunities and amplify your voice.

Speaker Friend Friday - West Coast Friendly (Third Friday of Each Month)
2025-12-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join us on the first and third Friday of every month for West Coast Speaker Friend Fridays on Zoom. We host discussions with speakers, authors, event managers, business owners, podcasters and others in the IW community. No need to be on the West Coast – all are welcome! Starting at noon ET, we do as many quick introductions as we can and then promptly jump into discussion. We prioritize engaging questions and advice over self-promotions, then move into Breakout Rooms for smaller group conversations. Sign up for our newsletter to get the link! ✉️

Speaker Friend Friday - West Coast Friendly (First Friday of Each Month)
2026-01-02 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)

Orientation & Updates Meeting
2026-01-06 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Get Connected. Get Confident. Get the Most Out of Your Membership.
Whether you are new to Innovation Women or a long-time member who wants to stay in the loop, our monthly Orientation & Updates Meeting is your guide to everything we offer.

This live session is hosted by our founder, Bobbie Carlton, is your opportunity to:

Meet the Innovation Women team and other members
Receive tours of the speaker database, the Green Room and our exclusive member community
Learn about new features, upcoming events and other speaker resources
Get answers to all your questions from our team of experts

We are always evolving to better support your success and this is the absolute best way to stay informed about all our services.
These events are open to ALL MEMBERS, not only new ones.
We encourage our speaker members to join us to ensure that you maximize every opportunity Innovation Women creates in support of your speaking career!
🚨 IW Speaker Membership Exclusive

Global Founders & Innovators Summit
2026-01-07 - 2026-01-08 | Online
Where 1,000+ founders, investors, and changemakers harness AI to build the future of entrepreneurship, innovation, and global impact.
Precious Williams will be presenting “Getting to the Yes with a Powerful Investor Pitch”.

Women In Film and Video - DC: Mentorship Event
2026-01-07 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Women in Film & Video (WIFV) provides educational and networking opportunities for screen-based media makers, celebrates women’s creative and technical achievements in media, and advocates for parity both in front of and behind the camera to ensure that all voices can be heard.
Shannon Malone-deBenedictis will be presenting “How To Sell Yourself Like A TV Show: CONFIDENCE EDITION”.

World Sketchnote Week Summit 2026
2026-01-12 - 2026-01-16 | Online
A celebration of sketchnoting, visual learning, and creativity. With events for educators, creators, professionals, and doodlers of all levels, this event brings together people around the world to share, learn, and sketch.
Lisa Rothstein will be presenting “Drawing Emotion: A Cartoonist’s Secrets for Sketchnotes That Connect”.

Capital One's Catapult Program
2026-01-13 - 2026-01-14 | Capital One Campus, 8066 Dominion Pkwy, Plano, TX, United States
Catapult is an intensive, six-month transformational learning journey for business owners designed to enable them to innovate and disrupt within their business and industry by developing a new solution to a business challenge while leveraging learnings from the program.
Lauren LeMunyan, MCC will be presenting “Innovation Mindset”.

Get More Speaking Opportunities
2026-01-13 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Looking to boost your business, increase your visibility, and get on more stages? Speaking is one of the most effective ways to share your expertise, build credibility and attract new business and career opportunities — and we’re here to help you.
Join us for this free session with Innovation Women founder Bobbie Carlton, where we’ll show you how to find and land speaking opportunities, craft a strong speaker presence and tap into the Innovation Women community and our tools that support your growth every step of the way.
You’ll learn:
☑️ How speaking can help drive business and grow your professional visibility
☑️ What event managers, podcast hosts and media are looking for in speakers
☑️ How Innovation Women connects women and other underrepresented voices with speaking opportunities of all kinds
☑️ Ways our community, tools and platform help you take your speaking career to the next level, no matter where you are at right now
Plus, you’ll get a live tour of our speaking opportunity database, a peek at our educational resources and an introduction to our supportive online community.
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to grow your impact, this session will help you gain access to more opportunities and amplify your voice.

2026 We Rally & We Rise Women's Conference
2026-01-14 07:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Crossroads Ministry Center, 2095 W Fair Ave, Lancaster, United States
The 2026 We Rally & We Rise Women’s Conference will be held on Friday, March 27, at Crossroads Event Center in Lancaster. An inclusive event open to anyone, WR2 unites the community, nonprofits, and business sectors from Southeast and Central Ohio for an opportunity to connect and collaborate.
Hope Yin will be presenting “Supercharge Your Public Speaking with AI”.

The Authority Lab
2026-01-14 11:55 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Online
The Authority Lab is a gathering of experts interested in learning how to build their authority through writing, whether they are writing for their blog or a high-visibility publication.
Erica Holthausen will be presenting “Building Your Know-Like-Trust Factor”.

Women's National Book Association - San Francisco Chapter Lunch N Learn
2026-01-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
Welcome to the original WNBA – the Women’s National Book Association, established in 1917, before women in America even had the right to vote. WNBA is a vibrant national organization that advocates for women’s literacy and for women’s role in the community of the book.
Debra Eckerling will be presenting “How to Write a Winning Book Proposal”.

Pitch Review 2: Ask the #KPM LIVE!
2026-01-17 | Online
Join Precious L. Williams, the Killer Pitch Master, for a High-Energy LIVE Session Where You’ll Put Your Pitch to the Test and Get Real-Time Feedback That Entertains, Educates, and Transforms.

Nervous System Reboot
2026-01-20 - 2026-01-25 | Online
Unlike most online summits or conferences that offer passive content, Nervous System Reboot is a fully immersive and interactive journey designed for real integration, embodiment, and transformational results.
Dr Ashley Smith will be co-hosting this event.

Master Class: How to Write for High-Visibility Publications
2026-01-20 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Writing articles for high-visibility publications is one of the best ways to demonstrate your expertise, expand your influence, and magnify your impact while differentiating yourself from your fellow consultants.
Erica Holthausen will be presenting “How to Write for High-Visibility Publications”.

HeartlinkNetwork Women Temecula Valley Luncheon
2026-01-21 11:30 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Oak Mountain Winery, 36522 Via Verde, Temecula, CA, United States
Kick off the new year with four interactive wellness mini-sessions led by incredible local women. You’ll rotate through quick centers featuring and preparing healthy snacks, “What’s in My Food” Q&A game w prizes, simple daily movement & calming breath-work. Vendor tables will be open for shopping and networking.
Amy Graves will be presenting “What’s On Your Table Game Show”.

The GGG: Go Getter Girls Networking Monthly Meeting
2026-01-21 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Winston’s Grille, 6401 Falls Of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC, United States
Look forward to unparalleled opportunities for networking and relationship building with like-minded women business owners and entrepreneurs. This is the perfect platform to share your products, events, services, business needs, and to celebrate your wins. You’ll also be able to connect with referral partners and business allies, enhancing your professional network. Additionally, you’ll have the chance to participate in a 50/50 raffle. Every meeting features a speaker who provides valuable information to help you grow both personally and professionally. The event promises an engaging atmosphere filled with a few laughs in a welcoming and supportive environment, ensuring a memorable and productive experience for all attendees.
Dr Rita Renee will be presenting “Top 3 Strategies to UnMUTE Your Influence and Own the Room”.

1,000 Dreams Fund's MentorHER Workshop Series
2026-01-21 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Join the MentorHER Workshop Series to level up your career game with inspiring talks and practical advice from industry pros.
Rasheda Williams will be presenting “Future Funded: Unlocking 21st Century Tools to Fuel Social Impact Dreams”.
