On June 27, 2026, Young & Empowered Women is hosting a one-of-a-kind event to bring together emerging leaders from across the Valley for a day of professional and personal development and networking. The 6th Annual Empow[her] Conference is focused on closing the wage gap and offering personal/professional development for rising female leaders.

The event features speakers who boast a wide array of professional experience across the fields of higher education, finance, health, politics, law, and more. Attendees have access to 1:1 mentorship with diverse women representing a range of industries. They are founders, CEOs, innovators, and board members.

Thanks to our incredible partner, OneAZ Credit Union, attendees will also have the opportunity to take a complementary professional headshot!

AGENDA

9:00AM Registration & Check In
9:00AM - 10:15AM Expo & Networking
10:15 - 10:25AM Welcome, Kristen Keogh
10:25 - 10:40AM Y&E Anniversary Celebration, Veronica Aguilar
10:40 - 11:10AM Opening Speaker, Christina Spicer
11:10 - 12:00PM Keynote, Judy Robles
12:00PM - 1:00PM Networking Break
1:00 - 2:45PM Mentorship Roundtables
2:45 - 3:00PM Raffle Drawing & Closing

Speakers

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6th Annual Empow[her] Conference

By Young & Empowered Women

6th Annual Empow[her] Conference

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