25^TH Annual

Women in Business Summit

Name: 25th Annual Women in Business Summit
Start: 2026-09-18T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-09-18T14:00:00-05:00
Location: Hilton Granite Park

Presented by:

Dream. Dare. Deliver.

September 18, 2026 · Hilton Granite Park · Plano, TX · 10 AM – 2 PM

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500 Curated Seats

90% Recommend

70% Repeat Sponsors

25 Years Running

The Summit

Where the
right people gather.

We cap attendance at 500 — not because we can't fill more seats, but because we believe the quality of the room matters more than the size of the crowd. For 25 years, North Texas' most accomplished founders, executives, and industry leaders have chosen this room because the caliber of conversation here simply doesn't happen anywhere else.

BUBBLES BRUNCH BIG ENERGY

Powerful Conversations

Speakers who've dreamed big, taken bold risks, and delivered real impact — sharing what they actually learned.

Inspiring Speakers

A curated panel of North Texas women redefining what's possible across business, sports, media, and beyond.

High-Impact Networking

Real connections with 500 of North Texas' most influential women — a room built for depth, not volume.

What to Expect

Your September 18th,
Inside and Out

A Star-Powered Panel

Unfiltered conversation with women who have built empires, led transformations, and delivered real results. No rehearsed speeches — just honest, high-impact talk.

The Right Room

North Texas' most accomplished founders, executives, and industry leaders — curated, not just collected. The connections you build here carry into boardrooms and beyond.

An Experience, Not Just an Event

Kick off with mimosas and meaningful conversations. Enjoy sponsor activations — beauty touch-ups, photo booths, live watercolor portraits. VIP guests get exclusive pre- and post-summit gatherings.

Celebrate & Elevate

Cap the day at our vibrant post-event happy hour. Leave with fresh clarity, real momentum, and connections you'll be talking about for months.

2026 Speakers

Meet the Panelists

A panel of women who have dreamed big, taken bold risks, and delivered real impact.

Merrilee Kick

Founder · BuzzBallz

Florence Shapiro

Panelist · Women in Business 2026

Shanthi Rajaram

CEO & Founder · Amazech

Kelly D'Ambrosia

Managing Director · Merrill Lynch Wealth Management

Noelle LeVeaux

CMO · FIFA World Cup 26 Dallas

Suran Yoo

Founder · Silk or Lace

Women Who Inspire

Voices that have
shaped the summit

Over 24 years, the Women in Business Summit has featured some of the most accomplished women leaders in the country. Their candor inspires thousands.

"Change is not a start/stop activity. It's something we need to embrace every day."

Stephanie Pope

COO, The Boeing Company

"Leadership isn't about having all the answers — it's about listening, learning, and showing up for others."

Ginny Kissling

Global President & COO, Ryan

"What we do every day has the power to change someone's life, their family's, and even their community."

Beth Garvey

President, CEO & Chair, BGSF

"Corporations need to be more intentional about mentoring and sponsorship of women. It's not a one-size-fits-all strategy."

Caren Lock

Regional VP & Associate General Counsel, TIAA

What Attendees Say

The summit speaks
for itself.

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I look forward to the summit every year. The community, sisterhood and inspiration stays with me for months.

— Soraya, Past Attendee

"This is the best event of the year. I recommend it to everyone."

— Heather, Past Attendee

"I loved that the speakers were vulnerable and 'real' about the challenges women face."

— Linel, Past Attendee

"The level of speakers and the host — all exceptional."

— Donna, Past Attendee

"This really is the best summit ever! This was my second time attending, and it was even better this year."

— Jill, Past Attendee

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2026 Ticket Options

General Admission

$200

Event entry · Open seating

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