Women in Workforce Luncheon
The Women In Workforce Luncheon is an informative and inspirational annual gathering offering community engagement, networking opportunities, professional resources, and the opportunity to honor local professional leaders.
Learn, Connect, and Celebrate
The Women In Workforce Luncheon is an informative and engaging annual gathering. Each year, we honor 5-8 spectacular women in our community who are professionals in Human Resources, Human Services, and Workforce Development. A full day of celebration will include delicious food, conversation, and networking. The program features micro-learning sessions on topics such as improving systems, new methodologies, and enhancing a stronger connection between companies and a qualified workforce all while honoring local women whose life's work has been dedicated to supporting the community with impact.
Thank you to those that made our 2025 Luncheon an event to remember! We look forward to celebrating and learning with you again in 2026. Registration for the 2026 event will be available beginning January 5, 2026, so please check back for more information.
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2026 Program
Breakfast & Welcome | 9:00am-9:45am
Creative Arts, 2nd Floor
Microlearning Session 1 | 10:00am-10:45am
Wheeler Auditorium, 3rd Floor
New To Workforce? May the Force Be With You!
After Grief; It’s a New Day!
Everybody Can’t Go; How to Properly Navigate Career Transitions
Keynote | 11:00am-11:15am
Wheeler Auditorium, 3rd Floor
Ernestina Simmons
Honorees & Author Spotlight
Ernestina Simmons, Director, Mayor’s Office of Homeless Services
Special Honoree: TBA
EPFL Recipient:TBA
Author Spotlight: Chenire Carter
Lunch | 12:00pm-1:00pm
Creative Arts, 2nd Floor
Micro-learning Session II | 1:00pm-1:45pm
Wheeler Auditorium, 3rd Floor
Burnout Recovery; Finding Joy
Who is this Woman? From Imposter to Empower
Meno “Pause” on the Job
Curated Convo’s | 2:00pm-3:00pm
Building Your Board of Allies
POE ROOM, 2ND FLOOR
The Audacity; I Belong Here
WHEELER AUDITORIUM, 3RD FLOOR
Sweet Connections | 3:00pm-4:30pm
CREATIVE ARTS, 2ND FLOOR
Speed Mentoring | 3:00PM-4:30PM
POE ROOM, 2ND FLOOR
Happy Hour @ Stem & Vine 5:00pm-7:00pm
Nominate an Honoree
2026 Honoree nominations are now closed.
Nominate an Author
2026 Author submissions are now closed.
We look forward to seeing you at the luncheon in 2026! Check this page for updates and registration information beginning January 5, 2026.
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