Registration Now Open — Join Us March 6!
Be part of a transformative day at the UWM Women Leaders Conference, where innovation meets resilience. With inspiring keynotes, engaging breakout sessions and meaningful networking, this is your moment to recharge your leadership journey.
- Friday, March 6, 2026
- 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
- In person at the historic Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee or live online from your home or office
- Cost: $395
- Conference Schedule
About the Women Leaders Conference
The UWM Women Leaders Conference, celebrating its 16th year in 2026, is a must-attend event. Hosted by the UWM School of Continuing Education — one of southeastern Wisconsin’s leading providers of professional development — this conference features internationally renowned speakers, expert-led breakout sessions and meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth.
The Conference is an inclusive event open to individuals of all genders and career stages, from emerging leaders to seasoned professionals. Through engaging dialogue and meaningful connections, attendees gain fresh perspectives and practical insights to fuel their personal and professional growth. The Conference offers a blend of education, inspiration, skill-building and networking opportunities to empower participants to thrive in today’s leadership landscape.
Why Attend?
Melissa Goecks, a project manager with Rockwell Automation, shares a few reasons why she’s looking forward to this unique event.
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Questions?
Angela Kelber
Cont. Education Assoc. Director
sce-womenleaders@uwm.edu
414-227-3314
Media Resources
For media inquiries, please contact Wendy Norem (norem@uwm.edu)
We proudly champion the UWM Women Leaders Conference, a shared mission of empowering women and elevating communities through personal growth and professional development.
Thank You to our 2026 Sponsors
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Hospitality Sponsors
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