NCEO Women's Summit - Registration is FULL
Join us for a BRAND-NEW NCEO event, The Women's Summit, taking place at the Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Marina Hotel on Monday, February 2, 2026, through Tuesday, February 3, 2026! This dynamic, 1.5-day workshop is designed specifically for women in all areas of employee ownership. Our goal is to cultivate the professional and leadership development of women in employee ownership, foster holistic personal growth, and build a vibrant, supportive community.
Who Should Attend
This event is open to all levels, from emerging leaders to seasoned executives, HR diversity, talent teams, as well as partners in leadership who are committed to championing diversity and inclusion in employee ownership, and learning from women leaders.
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This workshop aims to accelerate their individual contributions and maximize their collective impact within EO companies, providing actionable insights and tailored networking opportunities designed to help attendees excel in their careers and personal lives. While centered on women's experiences and contributions, this program welcomes all leaders committed to fostering inclusive and thriving employee-owned workplaces.
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your network in the employee ownership community. Secure your spot today!
Registration is FULL
We've reached capacity for the Women's Summit! Thank you for the incredible response and enthusiasm from our community.
Interested in attending? Email eventhelp@nceo.org to join the waitlist in case spots become available.
Please note: We cannot guarantee that spots will become available.
Don't want to miss the next one? Join our mailing list to be the first to know when registration opens for the next Women's Summit, plus get exclusive updates and announcements.
Pricing
| First 10 Registrants | 10/6 - 11/5 | 11/6 - 1/19 | 1/20 - 2/2 | |
| Member |
$385 |
$435 |
$485 |
$505 |
| Nonmember | $425 | $505 | $605 | $650 |
Cancellation Policy
You may cancel your registration at any time and receive a refund, minus an administrative fee of $100.00 per person, until December 5, 2025, at 12 a.m. After December 5, if you wish to cancel, you will receive a refund, less an administrative fee of $175.00 per person, until January 12, 2026, at 12 a.m. After January 12, 2026, no refunds or credits will be given.
Event Location
Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Marina Hotel
1617 Southeast 17th Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Phone: (954) 626-1700
Reservation Details
The event will take place at the stunning Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Marina Hotel. Our block at the Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Marina Hotel is OPEN and ready to be booked. You can reserve your room at the NCEO's exclusive discounted rate of $259 per night. Availability is extremely limited.
Check out visitlauderdale.com for activities and nearby attractions.
The call for speakers is now closed.
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Welcome Refreshments & Networking
Atlantic Ballroom Foyer, 1st Floor8:00 am - 8:55 am
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Welcome & Community Kick-off: Connecting Our Stories in EO
Speaker: NCEO | Kimberly McCourtney
Learning Objectives
- Build immediate rapport and a strong sense of community among attendees
- Understand the diverse backgrounds and roles represented in the room
- Clearly articulate personal objectives for the workshop
Atlantic Ballroom, 1st Floor
9:00 am - 9:30 am
Speaker: NCEO | Kimberly McCourtney
Learning Objectives
- Build immediate rapport and a strong sense of community among attendees
- Understand the diverse backgrounds and roles represented in the room
- Clearly articulate personal objectives for the workshop
Atlantic Ballroom, 1st Floor
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The Power of Good News: Purpose and Profit in Action
Speaker: 5by5 | Shannon Litton9:30 am - 10:45 AM
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Coffee Break
Atlantic Ballroom Foyer10:45 am - 11:15 am
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Leading Where You Are: Influence Without Authority
Speakers: Praxis | Linshuang Lu
Learning Objectives
- Identify and apply various leadership styles appropriate for different situations
- Develop strategies for influencing without formal authority
- Practice owning your voice and communicating assertively
- Reflect on personal leadership strengths and areas for growth.
11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Speakers: Praxis | Linshuang Lu
Learning Objectives
- Identify and apply various leadership styles appropriate for different situations
- Develop strategies for influencing without formal authority
- Practice owning your voice and communicating assertively
- Reflect on personal leadership strengths and areas for growth.
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Lunch with Roundtable Discussions
Atlantic Ballroom12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
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Panel: Beyond Burnout: Building Cultures of Care for Women in the Workplace
Panelists:
EOX | Elle Carne
N&G Legal Group | Karen Ng
ESOP Partners | Beth Krieck
Jones-Hamilton Co. | Kimberly Sosko
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
Panelists:
EOX | Elle Carne
N&G Legal Group | Karen Ng
ESOP Partners | Beth Krieck
Jones-Hamilton Co. | Kimberly Sosko
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Building a Resilient You: Navigating Challenges, Well-being & Conflict
Speaker: ButcherJoseph & Co | Rose Thompson
Learning Objectives
- Develop personalized strategies for cultivating resilience and mental well-being
- Identify practical techniques for managing stress, burnout, and the mental load
- Learn effective approaches for navigating conflict
- Draw inspiration from real-world stories of overcoming adversity
2:15 pm - 3:30 pm
Speaker: ButcherJoseph & Co | Rose Thompson
Learning Objectives
- Develop personalized strategies for cultivating resilience and mental well-being
- Identify practical techniques for managing stress, burnout, and the mental load
- Learn effective approaches for navigating conflict
- Draw inspiration from real-world stories of overcoming adversity
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Spa Water & Refreshments Break
Atlantic Ballroom Foyer3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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Mentorship & Community: Building Your Support Network for Growth
Speakers:
Prairie Capital Advisors | Wendy Gugora
Wells Fargo Advisors | Meredith Fiocchi
Learning Objectives
- Understand the transformative power of mentorship and community
- Learn practical steps for identifying and approaching potential mentors
- Develop strategies for cultivating a strong professional network
- Gain inspiration from diverse mentorship experiences
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Speakers:
Prairie Capital Advisors | Wendy Gugora
Wells Fargo Advisors | Meredith Fiocchi
Learning Objectives
- Understand the transformative power of mentorship and community
- Learn practical steps for identifying and approaching potential mentors
- Develop strategies for cultivating a strong professional network
- Gain inspiration from diverse mentorship experiences
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Networking Cocktail Reception
Garden Patio, 1st Floor5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Garden Patio, 1st Floor
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Breakfast Roundtables
Atlantic Ballroom8:00 am - 9:00 am
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Day 2 Kick Off
9:00 am - 9:30 am
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From Financial Literacy to Lasting Impact
Speaker: Tracy Woolsey | Greatbanc
Learning Objectives
- Strengthen financial literacy for personal and professional growth
- Identify strategies for personal wealth creation and management
- Understand pathways for leaving a lasting professional and personal legacy.
9:35 am - 10:45 am
Speaker: Tracy Woolsey | Greatbanc
Learning Objectives
- Strengthen financial literacy for personal and professional growth
- Identify strategies for personal wealth creation and management
- Understand pathways for leaving a lasting professional and personal legacy.
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Closing Keynote & Action Planning: Your Blueprint for Impact
Speaker: Panagora Group | Betsy Bassan
Learning Objectives
- Synthesize workshop learnings into actionable insights
- Create a personalized plan for leadership and personal growth
- Commit to ongoing development and maximizing individual and collective impact
10:45 am - 11:45 am
Speaker: Panagora Group | Betsy Bassan
Learning Objectives
- Synthesize workshop learnings into actionable insights
- Create a personalized plan for leadership and personal growth
- Commit to ongoing development and maximizing individual and collective impact
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Adjourn
12:00 PM
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