NCEO Women's Summit
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 male partners in leadership who are committed to championing diversity and inclusion in employee ownership.
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 open!
We can't wait to learn with you at the gorgeous Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Marina Hotel.
All meeting registrations must be prepaid.
Interested in bringing your entire leadership team? If you bring a group of 3+, additional discounts can be applied. Please contact eventhelp@nceo.org for more information.
Please renew your membership before registering. This will ensure you get access to the best rate.
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 open!
We're seeking dynamic speakers to share their expertise at our Women's Summit in Fort Lauderdale, FL. There is no speaking fee associated with this speaking slot. For more details on fees and benefits, please begin the application process here:
What You'll Gain:
This is your opportunity to have your voice become part of a movement that's reshaping workplace culture and advancing women's leadership in employee ownership. The strategies and stories you share will ripple through organizations, creating measurable impact long after the summit ends. Access an exclusive network of emerging and seasoned leaders who are actively building inclusive, employee-owned workplaces. These aren't just connections—they're collaborators, mentors, and champions of your continued success.
Join us in cultivating the leaders who will define the future of employee ownership. Your insights, your story, and your vision belong at the center of this conversation.
Speaker Requirements
- Content should be 40% presenter-led education and 60% hands-on small group activity
- Activity session titles, descriptions, and learning objectives are fixed. You are applying to speak in one of the sessions outlined in the speaker guidelines.
Ready to position yourself as a thought leader in the ESOP space? Submit your speaker application today!
Speaker Guidelines
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Welcome Refreshments & Networking
8:00 am - 8:55 am
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Welcome & Community Kick-off: Connecting Our Stories in EO
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
9:00 am - 9:30 am
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
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From Vision to Impact: A CEO's Journey in Employee Ownership
Learning Objectives
- Gain inspiration and practical insights from a successful leadership journey in an EO context.
- Understand how to cultivate and project an authentic leadership presence as you grow within your ESOP company.
- Identify key moments of influence and effective communication in a leadership journey.
- Recognize the vital role of self-advocacy and mentorship in personal and professional development within an employee-owned environment.
9:30 am - 10:45 AM
Learning Objectives
- Gain inspiration and practical insights from a successful leadership journey in an EO context.
- Understand how to cultivate and project an authentic leadership presence as you grow within your ESOP company.
- Identify key moments of influence and effective communication in a leadership journey.
- Recognize the vital role of self-advocacy and mentorship in personal and professional development within an employee-owned environment.
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Coffee Break
10:45 am - 11:15 am
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Leading Where You Are: Influence Without Authority
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
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
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
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Peer Mentoring Roundtables
Learning Objectives
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Gain insights on diverse career paths within EO
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Understand common leadership challenges and solutions
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Expand professional network through meaningful connections.
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
Learning Objectives
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Gain insights on diverse career paths within EO
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Understand common leadership challenges and solutions
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Expand professional network through meaningful connections.
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Building a Resilient You: Navigating Challenges, Well-being & Conflict
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
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
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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Mentorship & Community: Building Your Support Network for Growth
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
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
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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Breakfast Roundtables
8:00 am - 9:00 am
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Day 2 Kick Off
9:00 am - 9:30 am
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Financial Acumen, Wealth & Legacy: Your Personal & Professional Future
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
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
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
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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Why This Partnership Matters
The employee ownership sector represents over $2 trillion in assets and employs more than 14 million Americans. This exclusive workshop creates an opportunity for strategic partners to connect with the CEOs, senior executives, and emerging leaders who are driving transformation across employee-owned enterprises.
Your Gateway to Influential Decision-Makers
This intimate gathering brings together women who control purchasing decisions, shape company culture, and drive strategic initiatives at organizations with collective revenues in the billions. Unlike traditional conferences where your message gets lost in the noise, this workshop creates genuine connection opportunities through extended networking sessions, peer mentoring roundtables, and interactive workshops.
Direct Access to Key Relationships:
- Face-to-face interactions with C-suite executives and rising stars
- Thought leadership positioning through content integration
- 48 hours of concentrated engagement and relationship building
- Follow-up opportunities through our post-event community platform
The ROI of Supporting Women in Leadership
Companies with diverse leadership teams outperform their peers by 25-35%. By supporting this workshop, you're investing in the pipeline of leaders who will drive the next generation of high-performing employee-owned companies.
Tangible Business Benefits:
- Brand association with leadership development and employee ownership values
- Pipeline development for future business relationships and partnerships
- Market intelligence through direct engagement with sector leaders
- Competitive differentiation as an organization that invests in people-centered leadership
Ready to explore partnership opportunities? See the packages below to understand how your organization can engage with these leaders and support the advancement of women in employee ownership.