2026 WOMEN'\;S LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

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Lead with Intent: The Power of Purposeful Action

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Sponsorships Now Available!

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Individual Ticket Registration: Early Bird Discount Ends April 16th
\nThe fourth year of our empowering event designed to inspire and connect women leaders from diverse backgrounds. Hosted by the Laurentian Chamber of Commerce\, this year'\;s summit will be held at the Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm\, MN. Here\, you'\;ll find a platform for women to network\, share insights\, and cultivate leadership skills in a supportive environment.
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\nWhether you'\;re an established executive\, an emerging leader\, or an entrepreneur\, this summit provides valuable opportunities to elevate your leadership journey. Don'\;t miss this empowering event to celebrate and champion women'\;s leadership in our community.
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Seize Your Life with R.E.S.T
\n2026 Keynote Speaker: Jasmine Brett Stringer
\nwww.jasminebrettstringer.com
\nJasmine Brett Stringer is a keynote speaker\, award-winning author of Seize Your Life: How to Carpe Diem Every Day\, on-air TV personality\, and host of the podcast and lifestyle blog Carpe Diem with Jasmine. In this energizing keynote\, Jasmine Brett Stringer reveals how R.E.S.T. (Recovery\, Emotional Agility\, Support\, and Time) is not a pause from leadership\, but a pathway to more effective\, compassionate\, and innovative leadership. Attendees will gain a science-backed understanding of why renewal drives performance\, engagement\, and creativity and walk away equipped to lead themselves and others with intention\, presence\, and purpose.

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Morning Breakout Session

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Option 1: Leading with Confidence
\nSpeaker: Jean MacDonell - Fairview
\nLearn how to help you quiet the inner critic\, claim your expertise\, and lead with confidence. In this session we&rsquo\;ll dig into practical tools for overcoming imposter syndrome\, strengthening your leadership presence\, and influencing meaningful change - no matter where you sit in the organization. \;
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\nOption 2: Mastering Time Management
\nSpeaker: TBD - UMD
\nWhat happens when women stop drowning in demands and start running their days with intention? This session \;will dig into the tools that streamline your workflow - \;lean\, powerful strategies that help you move faster\, think clearer\, and stress less. \;

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Afternoon Breakout Session

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Option 1: Allyship in the Workplace
\nSpeaker: Jasmine Brett Stringer - Carpe Diem with Jasmine
\nWhat happens when women don&rsquo\;t just cheer each other on from the sidelines\, but actively champion one another&rsquo\;s success? Discover the power of intentional support - how to build networks that truly move the needle\, cultivate senior-level champions\, and shift from passive encouragement to bold\, visible advocacy.
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\nOption 2: Executive Presence &\; Powerful Communication
\nSpeaker: Jennifer Cady - Minnesota Power
\nThis session is about stepping into your power - speaking with clarity\, owning your authority\, and commanding respect in any room you walk into. You&rsquo\;ll learn bold\, practical strategies to communicate with confidence\, elevate your influence\, and discover the impact of a voice that doesn&rsquo\;t wait for space - it creates it.

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Event Photographer: \;Flom Designs and Photography
\n*Cancellations must be received in writing and confirmed by a Chamber Staff Member no later than \;April 30th to receive a full refund of the event fees. \;

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