BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P1H REFRESH-INTERVAL:P1H CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:Eastern Daylight Time END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:Eastern Standard Time END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T140000 X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:2026 ConnectHER Conference Presented By: Branch DESCRIPTION:2026 ConnectHER Conference Presented by BranchAbout the ConferenceThe ConnectHER Conference is a dynamic\, full-day experience designed to inspire\, empower\, and connect women leaders from across Virginia's Blue Ridge. This annual event brings together professionals from a variety of industries to learn\, share ideas\, build meaningful relationships\, and invest in their personal and professional growth.This year's conference will also serve as the culmination of the Women of the Chamber luncheon series\, presented in partnership with the Lucy Leadership Project. Throughout the year\, participants have explored topics centered on leadership development\, CliftonStrengths\, authentic leadership\, and personal growth. ConnectHER will build on those conversations while introducing new ideas\, fresh perspectives\, and practical tools that attendees can apply in their careers\, businesses\, and communities.Whether you're a business owner\, executive\, emerging leader\, nonprofit professional\, or community advocate\, ConnectHER offers opportunities to gain fresh perspectives\, develop new skills\, and expand your network in a supportive and engaging environment.What to Expect🌟 Lucy Leadership ProjectThe women of the Lucy Leadership Project will take the stage for a special session designed to bring together the themes and conversations explored throughout this year's Women of the Chamber series. Drawing from their expertise in leadership development and strengths-based growth\, they will challenge attendees to reflect\, engage\, and leave with practical insights they can apply immediately in their personal and professional lives.This session will serve as a meaningful capstone to the year's leadership journey while setting the stage for continued growth and impact.🤝 Interactive NetworkingConnect with fellow attendees through engaging networking activities designed to spark conversations\, foster new relationships\, and strengthen your professional network.📚 Breakout SessionsParticipate in interactive breakout sessions focused on leadership development\, professional growth\, personal empowerment\, and other timely topics relevant to today's women leaders.These sessions will expand upon themes explored throughout the Women of the Chamber series\, including leveraging strengths\, leading with confidence\, building meaningful connections\, navigating career growth\, and creating lasting impact.More details about breakout session topics and speakers will be announced soon.🎤 Featured Keynote SpeakerClose out the day with an inspiring keynote presentation that will leave you energized\, motivated\, and equipped with practical takeaways to apply in your career\, business\, and community involvement.Speaker announcements and additional details will be coming soon.Who Should AttendBusiness owners and entrepreneursCorporate leaders and professionalsNonprofit leaders and staffEmerging professionalsCommunity advocates and volunteersAnyone looking to connect\, learn\, and grow alongside other women leadersStay ConnectedFollow the Roanoke Regional Chamber on Facebook\, LinkedIn\, and website for event updates\, and speaker announcements as we count down to ConnectHER 2026.More exciting details will be announced in the coming weeks. We can't wait to connect with you! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:


2026 ConnectHER Conference Presented by Branch

About the Conference

The ConnectHER Conference is a dynamic\, full-day experience designed to inspire\, empower\, and connect women leaders from across Virginia'\;s Blue Ridge. This annual event brings together professionals from a variety of industries to learn\, share ideas\, build meaningful relationships\, and invest in their personal and professional growth.

This year'\;s conference will also serve as the culmination of the Women of the Chamber luncheon series\, presented in partnership with the Lucy Leadership Project. Throughout the year\, participants have explored topics centered on leadership development\, CliftonStrengths\, authentic leadership\, and personal growth. ConnectHER will build on those conversations while introducing new ideas\, fresh perspectives\, and practical tools that attendees can apply in their careers\, businesses\, and communities.

Whether you'\;re a business owner\, executive\, emerging leader\, nonprofit professional\, or community advocate\, ConnectHER offers opportunities to gain fresh perspectives\, develop new skills\, and expand your network in a supportive and engaging environment.

What to Expect

🌟 Lucy Leadership Project

The women of the Lucy Leadership Project will take the stage for a special session designed to bring together the themes and conversations explored throughout this year'\;s Women of the Chamber series. Drawing from their expertise in leadership development and strengths-based growth\, they will challenge attendees to reflect\, engage\, and leave with practical insights they can apply immediately in their personal and professional lives.

This session will serve as a meaningful capstone to the year'\;s leadership journey while setting the stage for continued growth and impact.

🤝 Interactive Networking

Connect with fellow attendees through engaging networking activities designed to spark conversations\, foster new relationships\, and strengthen your professional network.

📚 Breakout Sessions

Participate in interactive breakout sessions focused on leadership development\, professional growth\, personal empowerment\, and other timely topics relevant to today'\;s women leaders.

These sessions will expand upon themes explored throughout the Women of the Chamber series\, including leveraging strengths\, leading with confidence\, building meaningful connections\, navigating career growth\, and creating lasting impact.

More details about breakout session topics and speakers will be announced soon.

🎤 Featured Keynote Speaker

Close out the day with an inspiring keynote presentation that will leave you energized\, motivated\, and equipped with practical takeaways to apply in your career\, business\, and community involvement.

Speaker announcements and additional details will be coming soon.

Who Should Attend

Stay Connected

Follow the Roanoke Regional Chamber on Facebook\, LinkedIn\, and website for event updates\, and speaker announcements as we count down to ConnectHER 2026.

More exciting details will be announced in the coming weeks. We can'\;t wait to connect with you!

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