Women's Networking Summit, featuring our Women Who Inspire Awards

We are thrilled to announce our 1st ever Annual Women's Networking Summit, featuring our Women Who Inspire awards, an all day event dedicated to empowering women, fostering connections, sharing access to resources, driving personal and professional growth, and inspiring generations of female leaders. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a transformative experience in the south metro area that will inspire and elevate women business owners and female professionals from all over Minnesota. We're encouraging more women to grow their networks. We're providing local women in business access to top notch resources to help each attendee achieve her goals, both personally and professionally.

Join us in Empowering Women, and Building Connections.

At Elevate Her Network, we believe in the power of women supporting women. Our events are always designed to create a warm and inviting space for women to connect, share, and grow together. We invite you to join us at Buck Hill Event Center in Burnsville, Minnesota on Thursday, April 17, 2025 for our first Women's Networking Summit of 2025. If you are a woman business owner, or professional woman invested in growing your professional network, this is for you.

Elevate Her Network Presents:

Featuring our Women Who Inspire Awards An Unforgettable Day of Learning, Connection, Inspiration and Celebration

📅 Save the Date: April 17, 2025📍 Burnsville, Minnesota

Elevate Her Network is hosting a highly anticipated event for women entrepreneurs and professionals to provide access to the best local resources for women in business and to recognize the women who inspire us in our local business communities. Elevate Her Network’s Women’s Networking Summit is a full day dedicated to inspiring growth, empowering female leaders, and celebrating women who make a difference.

This is more than an event—it’s a movement. A gathering of Minnesota’s boldest and brightest women to learn, network, and elevate each other.

Learn from a powerful lineup of speakers and industry leaders who will help you break barriers and reach your full potential.

• 8 AM I Check In/ Registration, Connect over Coffee
• 8:45 AM I Welcome Introduction by Shannon Stapleton, founder of Elevate Her Network and My Marketing Strategists
• 9 AM | Session One: Mary Ellen Reihsen from Hellmuth & Johnson reveals how new business laws can impact your journey and how to navigate them with confidence.
• 9:45AM I Structured Networking
• 10:30 AM | Session Two:Dr. Amelia Reigstad, founder of The Women Collective, shares groundbreaking insights on overcoming perfectionism and embracing authenticity.
• 11:15 AM | The Main Event Panel: Empowering Women Through Collaboration Reelika Schulte (President of Women Entrepreneurs of MN), Nikki Rohloff (President of Minnesota Chapter of NAWBO), and Katy Burke (Executive Director of TeamWomen) discuss the transformative power of collaboration and how it can accelerate your success, give you tips for expanding your own professional network, share inspirational stories, and more.
• 12:15PM I LUNCH, Round Table Discussions led by our EHN table leaders
• 1 PM | Session Three: Unlocking Your Financial Power, sponsored by Stacy Hunt (Edward Jones), Nicole Junker (eXp Realty), and Anna Bessel (Provisional Law Firm), guides you on building financial confidence and generational wealth.
• 1:30PM I Sponsor Highlights
• 2PM I Awards Celebration, announcing the winners of our Women Who Inspire Awards
• 3PM I Break Time, Visit the Marketplace Vendors like WomenVenture, The Women Collective, and more!
• 3:15PM I Structured Networking
• 3:45PM I Final Speaking Spot (STILL AVAILABLE!)
• 4PM I Closing Remarks/ Door Prize Giveaways
• 4:30PM I VIP Networking and Happy Hour

💬 Meet Trailblazers: Connect with like-minded women eager to share, support, and grow. Build partnerships that propel your business forward.

🤝 Collaborate with Local Organizations: Explore resources from WeMN, NAWBO, TeamWomen, and more to take your professional journey to the next level.

🎖 Celebrate Women Who Inspire: Be part of a community that lifts each other up by nominating and recognizing outstanding women who make a difference.

🔥 Gain Practical Tools for personal and professional success.

🔥 Be Part of History at a groundbreaking event for women in business in Burnsville, MN.

🔥 Secure Your Spot Early for what’s sure to be a sold-out summit!

💼 Sponsors Wanted: Calling Local Businesses!! Gain unparalleled visibility and showcase your brand to an audience of women business owners, decision makers, and community leaders. (Only ONE speaking spot left! Please email [email protected] if you would like more informatoin about becoming a Summit sponsor, or speaking.)

🎉 Nominate a Woman Who Inspires You Today: Let’s honor the women who are making a difference in business and beyond.

📅 Registration Now Open: Mark your calendar and be ready to secure your spot before it sells out!

Early Bird Promo Starts January 7: Anyone can use promo code EarlyBird to get $20 OFF your ticket today! (Limited Time Offer) Only one promo can be applied per ticket.

WeMN Members get $20 OFF guest tickets with promo code WEMN

NAWBO Members get $20 OFF guest tickets using promo code NAWBO

TeamWomen Members get $20 OFF guest tickets using promo code TeamWomen

This is your chance to learn, grow, and collaborate like never before with women in business in the south metro. Let’s elevate each other!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Buck Hill, 15400 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville, United States