Join us for an inspiring morning dedicated to unlocking the growth potential of women entrepreneurs in the U.S. This unique gathering offers a platform to connect with leading researchers, policymakers, funders, practitioners, and entrepreneurs who are all dedicated to advancing women’s economic empowerment.

Thursday, June 4, 2026

8:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Deloitte US
115 Federal St. 
Winthrop Center Floor 15
Boston, MA 02110

Admission is Free.  Limited Seating.

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AGENDA

8:30 AM     Breakfast and Networking
9:15 AM     Welcome & Program

The full agenda will be shared soon.

Why Attend?

Gain Insight: Listen to presentations from top researchers uncovering data-driven insights on women’s entrepreneurship. Discover effective strategies and interventions that directly impact your work.

Share and Learn: Participate in dynamic discussions that allow practitioners to share their real-world experiences while researchers provide evidence-based perspectives. This exchange can help identify new challenges and solutions in the field.

Network with Experts: Connect with a diverse group of stakeholders, including policymakers, funders, advocates, and fellow entrepreneurs. This is a prime opportunity to establish valuable relationships that can enhance your efforts to support women entrepreneurs.

Explore Collaborative Opportunities: Discover potential partnerships for joint research projects. Your involvement could lead to groundbreaking initiatives that contribute to the growth of women-owned businesses.

This event is more than just a gathering; it’s an opportunity to gather fresh ideas, forge new connections, and deepen your understanding of how to empower women entrepreneurs and promote equitable economic growth.

Join us and be part of this important conversation! The full agenda will be shared soon, and you won’t want to miss this opportunity. RSVP below to secure your spot!

Admission is Free.  Limited Seating.

Register Today

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact Debbie Aurelio, Daurelio@CWEonline.org.

Agenda

8:30 – 9:15 AM

Registration, Light Breakfast & Networking

9:15 – 9:30 AM

Welcome & Framing Remarks

9:30 – 10:40 AM

Research & Evidence Session: What We Are Learning About Women Entrepreneurs: Challenges, Opportunities, and Effective Support Strategies
Presentations & Moderated Discussion

Moderator

10:40 – 10:55 AM

Coffee Break

10:55 – 11:55 AM

From Evidence to Action: Policy, Practice, and Ecosystem Perspectives on Supporting Women Entrepreneurs
A cross-sector conversation on how researchers, policymakers, funders, practitioners, financial institutions, and entrepreneurs can work together to translate data and evidence into more effective policies, programs, and support systems for women-owned businesses.

Panelists

Moderator

11:55 AM – 12:00 PM

Closing Reflections