Michelle Poler throws her hands up in the air during the 2025 Women's Summit at Bryant University. A group of women sit in attendance at the Women's Summit at Bryant University. Lisa Leslie speaks to a crowd at the Women's Summit at Bryant University. Event Founder Kati Machtley speaks to a crowd during Women's Summit at Bryant University. More than 1,000 people watch a keynote at the Women's Summit at Bryant University.
Michelle Poler throws her hands up in the air during the 2025 Women's Summit at Bryant University. A group of women sit in attendance at the Women's Summit at Bryant University. Lisa Leslie speaks to a crowd at the Women's Summit at Bryant University. Event Founder Kati Machtley speaks to a crowd during Women's Summit at Bryant University. More than 1,000 people watch a keynote at the Women's Summit at Bryant University.

Agenda

The Women’s Summit Experience

Each year, the Women’s Summit® at Bryant University brings together more than 1,000 women and allies for a powerful day of inspiration, learning, and connection. Through keynote conversations, engaging breakout sessions, and meaningful networking opportunities, the Summit creates space for leaders at every stage of their journey to reflect, grow, and take action.

The agenda reflects the dynamic spirit of the event — a full day designed to spark ideas, build relationships, and inspire new possibilities. From morning networking and keynote presentations to interactive sessions and community experiences across campus, each moment of the Summit is crafted to empower attendees professionally, personally, and financially.

Below is a look at the schedule from the most recent Women’s Summit. While speakers and sessions evolve each year, the experience remains the same: a day dedicated to illuminating values, inspiring action, and strengthening a vibrant community of women leaders.