21st Annual Women's Leadership Conference, Presented by Catawba Valley Health System
November 19, 2026
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Hickory Metro Convention Center

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Experience the 2026 Women's Leadership Conference, where dynamic and engaging speakers await at every stage of your professional journey. Immerse yourself in an inclusive and energetic environment, fostering strong, diverse connections while gaining essential tools to unlock your full potential. Explore our Experience Center and Shop Local Marketplace, where attendees can forge and enhance business relationships, exchange insights with peers, and support local vendors.

Important Dates: 
Registration will open as outlined below or until the event reaches capacity, whichever comes first.  Payment by credit card will include a convenience fee. 

August 3-21 - VIP Package availability - Chamber Partners only 
September 10-18 - Partner Priority online registration - Chamber Partners only, based on availability 
September 28-October 9 - General online registration - Based on availability 
October 9 - Registration deadline or when event reaches capacity, whichever comes first 
October 9 - Cancellation deadline / Names and emails due for all attendees 
October 23 - Substitution deadline 

Thank you to our generous sponsors*, to date: 
Presenting Sponsor: Catawba Valley Health System 
Titanium Sponsors: Appalachian State University, Catawba Valley Health System, Corning Optical Communications, LLC, Frye Regional Medical Center, Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company, Inc., Richey May North Carolina 
Leadership Excellence Sponsor: Hickory Crawdads
Leadership Advocate Sponsor: Frye Regional Medical Center 
Experience Center Sponsor: Trinity Village / Trinity Ridge
Wi-Fi Sponsor: Carolina Caring
Event Signage Sponsor: First Citizens Bank
Shop Local Marketplace Sponsor: The Greens at Hickory & Viewmont, Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Stage Sponsor: UNC Health Caldwell
Videography Sponsor: UNC Health Blue Ridge
Breakout Session Sponsor: A Woman's View, Catawba Valley Insurance Agency, CommScope, Patrick, Harper & Dixon, LLP, Via Health Partners, YMCA of Catawba Valley
Breakout Session Hallway Sponsor: ESP, LLC
VIP Package Sponsors: Fairfield by Marriot, Home Instead Hickory, Physician's Plan Weight Loss & Wellness, Skyline National Bank
Shop Local Vendor: Lily Thomas Boutique

 
*Sponsorship is a privilege of partnership with The Chamber of Catawba County