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This annual professional development summit is open to all and designed to help innovators turn bold ideas into meaningful impact. While the event welcomes participants of every background, many sessions will spotlight the unique challenges and opportunities faced by women entrepreneurs. Through inspiring keynotes, engaging panels, and hands-on workshops, attendees will explore what it takes to turn expertise and innovation into meaningful impact, and build lasting connections that empower innovation across industries.
This annual professional development summit is open to all and designed to help innovators turn bold ideas into meaningful impact. While the event welcomes participants of every background, many sessions will spotlight the unique challenges and opportunities faced by women entrepreneurs. Through inspiring keynotes, engaging panels, and hands-on workshops, attendees will explore what it takes to turn expertise and innovation into meaningful impact, and build lasting connections that empower innovation across industries.
Wednesday, November 4th, 2026
Wednesday, November 4th, 2026
8:30 am - 1:30 pm
McNamara Alumni Center
Women Innovators 2026 will explore three essential questions:
Women Innovators 2026 will explore three essential questions:
Should I Build It?
Should I Build It?
Evaluating the Potential of Your Innovation
How Do I Build It?
How Do I Build It?
From Validation to Venture
How Do I Use AI to Accelerate It?
How Do I Use AI to Accelerate It?
Putting AI to Work for Your Innovation
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 in the field of innovation across Minnesota.
The Venue
The Venue
McNamara Alumni Center
McNamara Alumni Center
University of Minnesota
200 SE Oak St.
Minneapolis, MN 55414
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