Innovation Women

South by Southwest 2026
2026-03-17 | Austin Convention Center, 500 East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX, United States
South by Southwest® dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW® is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of tech, film, music, education, and culture.
Tasha Golden will be presenting “Experience as Medicine: Designing Invisible Therapies”.

VMI Inclusive Excellence Seminar
2026-03-17 | Virginia Military Institute, 319 Letcher Ave, Lexington, VA, United States
To support the concept of One Corps, One VMI, the Office of Diversity, Opportunity, and Inclusion strives to ensure that every member of the VMI community, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or nationality, feels a part of the VMI legacy. From cadet, to faculty member, to staff, to superintendent, all are connected in the common mission: to produce educated, honorable men and women, prepared for the varied work of civil life, imbued with love of learning, confident in the functions and attitudes of leadership, possessing a high sense of public service, advocates of the American Democracy and free enterprise system, and ready as citizen-soldiers to defend their country in time of national peril.
Grant Harris will be presenting “Forging 21st Century Leaders Through the Power of Neurodversity”.

ESSAE TripleM Institute & Awards Luncheon
2026-03-18 | Rivers Casino, 1 Rush St, Schenectady, NY, United States
This event is designed for association professionals and suppliers focused on leadership, marketing, membership growth, event planning, and leveraging new technologies to enhance their business strategies and operations. Whether you’re an executive, marketer, membership manager, or event planner, TripleM is the must-attend event of the year. You’ll gain new insights, tools, and ideas to elevate your association’s impact, plus the opportunity to connect with industry peers and experts.
Diane Darling will be presenting “Effective Networking Strategies”.

Podapalooza
2026-03-18 08:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
Podapalooza is the ultimate business building and visibility event for Podcasters and Speakers. No matter if you’re brand new to podcast guesting or a seasoned speaker ready for your next breakthrough, Podapalooza is the place to play bigger, get seen, and leave with actual interviews (and new friends) under your belt—all in one incredible day.
Kim Groshek will be a featured presenter.

Speaker Friend Friday
2026-03-20 08:45 - 10:00, 2026-03-27 08:45 - 10:00, 2026-04-03 08:45 - 10:00, 2026-04-10 08:45 - 10:00, 2026-04-17 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!

Speaker Friend Friday - West Coast Friendly (Third Friday of Each Month)
2026-03-20 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! ✉️

TEDx Morgan Street Women
2026-03-21 | University Club, 3100 Tower Blvd #1700, Durham, NC, United States
This event is about providing knowledge to women and girls because informed women make culture-shifting choices.
Gehan “G” Haridy-Ardanowski will be a featured speaker.

She Leads Conference: Reinvention Starts with Intention
2026-03-21 09:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Duan Family Center for Computing & Data Sciences, 665 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA, United States
The Questrom School of Business cordially invites you to join us for She Leads Boston 2026, our premier women’s leadership symposium, thoughtfully hosted by the Women’s MBA Association with support from the Questrom Women in Business Alumni Council. This year’s theme, Reinvention Starts with Intention, brings together accomplished leaders, alumni, and industry experts for a powerful day of reflection, dialogue, and connection.
Lisa Haynes will be presenting “You’ve Got This: Reinvention with Intention”.

TEDx Morgan St Women
2026-03-21 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | University Club, 3100 Tower Blvd #1700, Durham, NC, United States
TEDx Morgan St Women is a curated gathering for women who have lived many layers of life and are ready to stop showing up in fragments. This is a room where identity meets intellect, where calling meets courage, where experience meets vision. You will hear ideas that challenge you, stories that steady you, and truths that call you higher. For one night, every dimension of womanhood is welcome.
Dr. Susan Lovelle will be presenting “Medical Gaslighting: The $78 Billion Cost of Not Believing Women”.

Food for Thought, Synagogue Kerem Shalom
2026-03-21 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Kerem Shalom, 659 Elm Street, Concord, MA, United States
Kerem Shalom–Vineyard of Peace–is the heart and home of Jewish life in the Concord area. We are an inclusive congregation whose exploration of progressive Judaism stands upon three values: kehillah (community), simchah (joy), and k’vod ha-b’riyot (respect for the dignity of every person).
Mary Lou Tierney will be presenting “Nurture, Nourish, Neshama”.

The Dames Workshops
2026-03-24 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Online
The Dames® is the world’s only business accelerator for the professional and personal growth of women running and leading 6, 7, and 8 figure businesses.
Bobbie Carlton will be presenting “Rebuild Your Web Traffic: Get Found Through AEO / GEO & SEO”.

Healthy Aging 2026 Virtual Conference
2026-03-26 - 2026-04-02 | Online
The Healthy Aging dietetic practice group members believe the health and wellness of older adults is improved by optimal nutrition and physical activity. Our members are a valued source of information on healthy aging.
Whitney Erwin will be presenting “Safe, Natural Medicine for Pain Relief and Vitality”.

Women in Tech Western New York
2026-03-26 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Seneca One, 1 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY, United States
Women in Tech WNY returns March 26, 2026 for a half-day experience bringing together women across Western New York’s growing tech ecosystem.
This event, now in its 5th year, is designed to spark connections, share real stories, and highlight the women shaping what’s next in tech, business, and innovation. We’ll welcome over 20 incredible speakers, sharing their stories and lending their talents.
Emily Carlson will be presenting “REVERSE MENTORING: YOUR NEXT BREAKTHROUGH WON’T COME FROM THE C-SUITE”.

TEDx Sugar Creek Women
2026-03-28 10:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | The Union at Station West, 919 Berryhill Rd suite 105, Charlotte, NC, United States
You’ve heard the buzz. Charlotte’s first TEDx Women. A sold-out inaugural event. 1.5 million views online. We are women making history.
Sarah Charles will be presenting “The Power of Financial Intimacy”.

TEDx Boston College
2026-03-28 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Robsham Theater Arts Center Boston College, 140 Commonwealth Ave, Chestnut Hill, MA, United States
This year, we invite you to press refresh. In a world that prizes perfection and uninterrupted progress, moments of disruption are often labeled as failures. But what if those “errors” were invitations to pause, reset, and reimagine what’s possible? Error 404: Let’s Refresh challenges us to look at life’s setbacks, detours, and unexpected outcomes not as dead ends, but as turning points for growth and innovation.
Babs Ryan will be presenting “Hide or Share Your Secrets? Plastic Surgery, Getting Fired, Exes, Shoebox Savings, Mental Health”.

Redefine Possible: Detroit International Women's Day Innovation Summit
2026-03-29 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | DTE Energy Headquarters, 1 Energy Plaza, Detroit, MI, United States
Join us for Detroit International Women’s Day Innovation Summit on Saturday, March 29 at DTE Energy for an energizing day of talks, workshops, and celebration dedicated to women in technology. Guided by Women Techmakers’ 2025 global theme, “Redefine Possible,” this summit will explore how women are redefining the boundaries of what technology can achieve—especially in AI and emerging fields—while actively shaping its future. Attendees will hear from local and international speakers about cutting-edge innovation, share best practices for career advancement in tech, and connect with peers who are equally passionate about championing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Rasheda Williams will be presenting “Embrace Your Excellence & Shine”.

Orientation & Updates Meeting
2026-04-02 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!
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Speaker Friend Friday - West Coast Friendly (First Friday of Each Month)
2026-04-03 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)

Early Steps Academy
2026-04-04 | Online
Through open-ended real-world problems presented in the case studies, children at Early Steps Academy not just gain infinite real-world knowledge, confidence, and analytical abilities, but are also able to connect core concepts to their lives and learnings in school.
Dr Rita Renee will be presenting “Leading with Purpose: Confidence, Character, and Clear Direction”.

Education 2.0 - Las Vegas
2026-04-07 - 2026-04-09 | Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, United States
Explore visionary ideas that drive real-world educational solutions at the Education 2.0 Conference USA 2026, where the theme, “Transforming Ideas Into Action In Education,” takes center stage. Our global education leadership conference is dedicated to bridging the gap between innovative educational theories and practical applications.
Dr. Donna Vallese will be presenting “Choose the Energy You Lead With: Reclaiming Power, Presence, & Purpose in Leadership”.

COE 2026 Summit: Excellence Rewired
2026-04-07 - 2026-04-09 | Fawcett Center @ OSU, 2400 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, United States
The Ohio State University Center for Operational Excellence Summit, now in its 13th year, is a three-day event dedicated to connecting diverse industries to the latest best practices in leadership and continuous improvement. This year’s Summit will explore how organizations are rewiring excellence with emerging tech, bold strategies, and future-ready thinking. Top authors, researchers, and lean practitioners will share insights on operationalizing AI, innovating processes, and navigating disruption with clarity and confidence.
Julia Geisman will be presenting “The Art of Building an Adaptive Culture: Seeing Beyond the Obvious”.

2026 Iowa Employment, Training, Benefits & Wellness Conference
2026-04-08 - 2026-04-09 | The Meadows Events & Conference Center, 1 Prairie Meadows Dr, Altoona, IA, United States
Since 2006, the Iowa Employment Conference has been THE source for classroom instruction covering topics in the areas of employment, training, benefits & wellness education. The mission of the Iowa Employment Conference is to deliver affordable conferences that provide the opportunity to develop professionally as well as receive continuing education credits through multiple professional associations.
Carol Enneking will be presenting “The Rebalancing Act: How High Achievers Reset Without Falling Behind”.

ACA Conference & Expo
2026-04-09 - 2026-04-11 | Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 North High Street, Columbus, OH, United States
Mark your calendars to join us April 9-11, in Columbus, Ohio, for the premier professional development and networking event for professional counselors. With thought-provoking presentations, enlightening discussions and meaningful opportunities to connect with your peers and colleagues, you will walk away feeling refreshed, renewed and ready to tackle the challenges facing you, your clients and the counseling community.
Judy Herman will be presenting “Releasing Toxic Loyalty: Pathways to Authentic Renewal”.

American Counseling Association Conference & Expo
2026-04-09 - 2026-04-11 | Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 North High Street, Columbus, OH, United States
Join us April 9-11, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center for the premier professional development and networking event for professional counselors. With thought-provoking presentations, enlightening discussions and meaningful opportunities to advocate on behalf of counselors and clients, you will walk away feeling refreshed, renewed and ready to tackle the challenges facing you, your clients and the counseling community.
Judy Herman, LPC-MHSP, NCC will be presenting “Releasing Toxic Loyalty: Pathways to Authentic Renewal”.

Greater Cincinnati Association for Talent Development
2026-04-10 08:00 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | Montgomery County Business Solutions Center, 1435 Cincinnati Street, Suite 300, Dayton, OH, United States
The Association for Talent Development, Greater Cincinnati Chapter of (GCATD) is an association of professionals dedicated to providing leadership in workplace learning and performance and to offering our members professional growth opportunities that position them on the cutting edge of the industry. With over 200+ members, GCATD strives to be the recognized leading resource in the Greater Cincinnati region for workplace learning and performance.
Mary Tettenhorst will be presenting “Build a Simple, Strategic Talent Development Plan with IMPACT!”.

Wellbeing Think Tank
2026-04-16 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
Educational Intensives are quarterly virtual deep-dive sessions focused on the organizational side of workplace wellbeing. Each session explores what employers, leaders, and practitioners can do to strengthen systems, policies, and cultures that support people at work. Led by trusted experts and grounded in evidence, Educational Intensives translate research, lived experience, and real-world practice into practical strategies participants can apply immediately. These sessions are designed for people responsible for shaping how work is designed, led, and experienced.
Tasha Golden will be presenting “Beyond Expression: The Role of Creativity, Design, and the Arts on Human Flourishing”.
