Women Innovators Conference

Cultivating Innovation

Annual professional development summit designed to help women innovators connect the dots between their ideas and a positive, significant impact. Created to inspire early-career professionals, faculty, postdocs, research staff, and students.


Tuesday, November 14th

12:00 - 5:00 PM 

Reception Following 5 - 6 PM

McNamara Alumni Center


Keynote Speakers 

You Can Do It!

Lee Jones

Founder, President, CEO  Rebiotix

Globally-recognized specialty pharmaceutical company with a passion for microbiome-based technologies, leading to a first-in-class biotherapeutic product in the US for the prevention of C. difficile infection recurrence. 

Power Food Forward Together 

Sue Marshall

Founder & CEO NETZRO, SBC

NETZRO is a leader in sustainability and the circular economy by eliminating food waste and expanding the food supply chain. They transform food byproducts into new sustainable, nutrient-rich upcycled food ingredients efficiently at scale. 

Group Session: Grow yourself 

Led by Barbara Powell

In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, personal growth and development are key ingredients for success. Join us for a dynamic and empowering session tailored specifically for you, focusing on mental health in leadership, balance and self care. 

Conference Breakouts

Grow Your Innovative Mindset

Grow Your Idea

Grow Your Funding

 


The Women Innovators Conference is an annual event hosted at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities Campus. This half-day event provides both education and networking opportunities for women in the field of innovation across Minnesota.

 

The Venue

McNamara Alumni Center

University of Minnesota

200 SE Oak St.

Minneapolis, MN 55414

 

Registration is Open Now!

 

Opportunity to Connect With: