Agenda
(agenda is subject to change)
Day 1 - Wednesday, September 9
3:00 PM | Women and Sports Ownership
Women's ownership in professional sports is growing rapidly, creating exciting new opportunities for investors and leaders. Join us for a conversation about the business of sports, what it takes to become an owner, and why this evolving industry represents an exciting frontier for women.
Featured Speaker: Heather Henyon, Owner, Vermont Wild Football Club
4:00 PM | Human-Centered AI: Leading and Investing in an AI-Driven World
Artificial intelligence is transforming how we work, invest, and make decisions. We will discuss practical ways to integrate AI into your daily workflow, helping you work more efficiently, evaluate opportunities more effectively, and make more informed decisions. Discover how combining AI with human curiosity, judgment, and creativity can give you a lasting advantage as an investor and leader.
Featured Speaker: Dr. Felicia Newhouse, Founder of AI-Powered Women @MIT
5:00 PM / Welcome Reception
Casual networking over drinks and light appetizers. Let the conversations begin.
Day 2 - Thursday, September 10th
9:00 AM - Networking Breakfast
10:00 AM - Keynote Speaker
10:45 - AI and Trust: Investing, Innovation, and the Future of Decision-Making
Artificial intelligence is changing nearly every aspect of business, from how companies operate to how investors evaluate opportunities. Join us for a conversation about building trustworthy AI, understanding emerging risks, and identifying the opportunities that will shape the next generation of innovation.
Featured Speakers: Jacqueline Neugue and Kara Peterson, Building AI Boston
11:30 AM | Let's Talk Exits: Creative Paths to Liquidity for Angel Investors
For many angel investors, making an investment is only the beginning of the journey. This session explores the many ways companies can achieve successful exits beyond the traditional acquisition or IPO, giving investors a broader perspective on how value can be realized over time.
Featured Speaker: Gina Schaefer - she exited her company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
12:15 - Networking Lunch
1:15 PM | Investing Through Philanthropic Capital
This discussion explores how philanthropic capital can complement traditional investing while also supporting innovative for-profit companies. For many women, charitable giving is already a familiar way to create impact. This session will demonstrate how philanthropic capital can become a powerful gateway to investing in the innovations, entrepreneurs, and solutions they want to see in the world.
Featured Speakers: Patrice Brickman of Inspire Access and Danielle Capalino of the Neta Foundation
2:00 PM | Roundtables: Women and Wealth
These facilitated small-group conversations create space for honest discussions about the opportunities and challenges women face in building wealth. Together, we'll explore the stories we've inherited about money, the beliefs that influence our financial decisions, and practical ways to become more intentional with our capital.
Inspired by the themes of Unapologetic Wealth by Marcia Dawood, these conversations are designed to move beyond investment strategies alone. You'll leave with fresh perspectives, stronger connections, and greater confidence to make financial decisions that align with your values, your goals, and the impact you want to create.
4:00 - Event Closing
