2026 Converse Women’s Leadership Conference

The Converse Women’s Leadership Conference provides emerging and established women leaders across the Upstate the opportunity to come together to share their knowledge, success stories, and strategies for advancement in a supportive environment. This one-day summer conference is hosted on Converse’s beautiful campus and includes keynote and breakout sessions as well as breakfast, lunch, and a wine and cheese networking reception. Our annual conference builds upon Converse’s historic commitment to women’s empowerment and leadership while providing the Upstate community dynamic ways to build new partnerships and advance professionally. Ticket and Event Details $125 general admission early bird rate ends July 1, 2026; the price increases to $150 on July 2, until capacity is filled. $25: Current Converse Students $50: Converse Faculty & Staff $100: Converse Alumni Converse students, faculty, staff and alumni can email jennifer.barksdale@converse.edu for discount details. Purchase Tickets General Registration closes on July 9, 2026, or earlier if we reach room capacity.