16th Annual San Diego Women’s Week Leadership Conference

San Diego Women’s Week Returns for Its 16th Year: A Celebration of Empowerment, Leadership, and Connection 

San Diego, CA – The North San Diego Business Chamber is proud to announce the powerhouse lineup for the 16th Annual San Diego Women’s Week Leadership Conference, set to take place on March 7, 2025, at Rancho Bernardo Inn. This one-day event offers a transformative experience for women in the workplace, delivering inspiration, empowerment, and actionable insights to navigate both professional and personal growth. 

This is one of two signature events during San Diego Women’s Week, which also features Elevate & Engage, a dynamic networking experience crafted to empower early-career women and connect them with seasoned professionals. 

Guests can attend the Leadership Conference in person or virtually. Leadership Passes are $299 and include in-person access to inspiring keynote speakers, panel discussions, networking opportunities, Vendor Village, a morning coffee bar, lunch, a swag bag, speaker books, and On-Demand viewing for three months. Virtual Passes are $99 and include live virtual access to keynote speakers, panel discussions, virtual networking via the mobile app, a virtual vendor village, and three months of On-Demand viewing. 

Spotlight on Keynote Speakers 

This year’s distinguished speakers bring diverse expertise and transformative ideas to the stage: 

Anne Chow – Lead Bigger: The Transformative Power of Inclusion 

Former CEO of AT&T Business and the company’s first woman of color CEO, Chow reframes inclusion as a vital leadership competency. Her talk explores how leaders can leverage inclusion to drive innovation, elevate teams, and adapt to an ever-changing workplace. 

Israa Nasir – Toxic Productivity: Reclaim Your Time and Emotional Energy 

Psychotherapist and founder of @well.guide, Nasir unpacks the myth of hustle culture and its toll on mental health. She provides practical strategies to break free from the cycle of overachievement and prioritize sustainable, meaningful goals. 

Laysha Ward – Lead Like You Mean It: Lessons on Integrity and Purpose from the C-Suite 

As one of the nation’s leading Black female executives, Ward shares her insights on integrating personal purpose with professional success, offering tools for navigating life and career while building a lasting legacy. 

San Diego Women’s Week is your opportunity to find inspiration, gain actionable advice, and build meaningful connections. It’s a unique platform to celebrate women’s achievements, learn from industry leaders and innovative thinkers, and engage with a diverse community committed to fostering growth and connection. 

To register for the event, please visit sdwomensweek.com or contact us at admin@sdbusinesschamber.com. You can also reach us by phone at (858) 487-1767 for more information. 

Media is invited to provide coverage of this event in person via live, recorded, or print media. For media inquiries, please contact CEO Chris Thorne at chris@sdbusinesschamber.com.