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
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!