"This will be an exciting opportunity to hear from successful women from around the country to discuss important policy issues, celebrate women's progress, discuss paths for advancement, mentorship, and how we can each play a role in building a stronger nation. Fabulous. That is June 9th through 10th in Dallas, Texas. Don't miss it."
Harris FaulknerMulti-Emmy award-winning host of Fox News Channel’s Outnumbered Overtime 
"Every woman deserves to be heard. Every woman needs a champion... and to be a champion for other women. IWV provides that platform and community for others. That's what you'll find at the Champion Women Summit."
Bo DerekAmerican film and television actress, film producer, and model 
“This will be an exciting opportunity to hear from successful women from around the country to discuss important policy issues, celebrate women’s progress, discuss paths for advancement, mentorship, and how we can each play a role in building a stronger nation. Fabulous. That is June 9th through 10th in Dallas, Texas. Don’t miss it.”
Harris Faulkner
Multi-Emmy award-winning host of Fox News Channel’s Outnumbered Overtime
“Every woman deserves to be heard. Every woman needs a champion… and to be a champion for other women. IWV provides that platform and community for others. That’s what you’ll find at the Champion Women Summit.“
Bo Derek
American film and television actress, film producer, and model
Join us as we hear from exciting speakers on important issues affecting women in our country and elsewhere. Witness personal stories of rising above and meeting challenges head on, the power of determination and how to be a leader – in your community and nationally. Plus, learn how some of the most successful women have achieved a good work/life balance and the important choices they made that ensured their success.
Featured Speakers
We have assembled a line-up of top professionals and influencers who are committed to creating better opportunities for women to learn about the real issues affecting their everyday lives, provide mentorship and guidance, and most of all, help ensure they have the tools and information they need to be successful.
Brooke Rollins
Keynote Luncheon Speaker
Assistant to the President for Strategic Initiatives and Director of the Office of American Innovation
Brooke Rollins*
Assistant to the President for Strategic Initiatives and Director of the Office of American Innovation
Carrie Sheffield
CEO, Bold TV; Founder, Bold, Global Media
Heather R. Higgins
Chairman, Independent Women’s Forum; CEO, Independent Women’s Voice
Heidi Ganahl
Founder, Camp Bow Wow; Fortune magazine’s “10 Most Promising Entrepreneurs”
Julie Gunlock
Director of Independent Women’s Forum’s Center for Progress and Innovation
Karin Agness Lips
Founder/President, Network of Enlightened Women (NEW)
Laura Cox Kaplan
Creator and host of the She Said/She Said podcast
Laura Fuentes
CEO, Fuentes Media & MOMables
Patrice Onwuka
Senior Policy Analyst at Independent Women’s Forum
Tammy Bruce
Independent Women’s Voice President, Radio Talk Show Host, New York Times Bestselling Author, Blogger, Fox News Political Contributor and Columnist at The Washington Times
Terry Neese
Founder, Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women & International Peace Through Business Program
Featured Speakers
We have assembled a line-up of top professionals and influencers who are committed to creating better opportunities for women to learn about the real issues affecting their everyday lives, provide mentorship and guidance, and most of all, help ensure they have the tools and information they need to be successful.
Brooke Rollins
Keynote Luncheon Speaker
Assistant to the President for Strategic Initiatives and Director of the Office of American Innovation. She came to the Administration after fifteen years of leadership as President and CEO of the Texas Public Policy Foundation, one of the most consequential and effective policy institutions in the country. During that period, she elevated the institution from a modest policy shop of four scholars and a budget deep in the red, to a powerhouse of thought leadership and innovation with nearly one hundred personnel, a budget approaching $20 million annually.
Brooke Rollins*
Assistant to the President for Strategic Initiatives and Director of the Office of American Innovation
Carrie Sheffield
CEO, Bold TV; Founder, Bold, Global Media
Heather R. Higgins
Chairman, Independent Women’s Forum; CEO, Independent Women’s Voice
Heidi Ganahl
Founder, Camp Bow Wow; Fortune magazine’s “10 Most Promising Entrepreneurs”
Julie Gunlock
Director of Independent Women’s Forum’s Center for Progress and Innovation
Karin Agness Lips
Founder/President, Network of Enlightened Women (NEW)
Laura Cox Kaplan
Creator and host of the She Said/She Said podcast
Laura Fuentes
CEO, Fuentes Media & MOMables
Patrice Onwuka
Senior Policy Analyst at Independent Women’s Forum
Tammy Bruce
Independent Women’s Voice President, Radio Talk Show Host, New York Times Bestselling Author, Blogger, Fox News Political Contributor and Columnist at The Washington Times
Terry Neese
Founder, Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women & International Peace Through Business Program
Topics
Along with keynote addresses from top CEO’s and inspirational leaders, sessions and panels include:
The “She” Factor: How to Shatter Your Own Glass Ceiling
Providing women the tools they need to build successful businesses.
Beating the Odds: Rising in Spite of Circumstances
Witness the true-life, inspiring story of a successful media mogul who faced fierce challenges throughout her adolescent life. Despite growing up in sheds and trailer parks and attending 17 public schools, she became one of the top business leaders in her industry through faith, hard work, and fierce determination.
Technology: Making Women's Lives Easier and More Successful
Digital platforms like Etsy, Instagram, Big Cartel, and Facebook offer women-owned businesses a powerful source to build a brand, reach target consumers, and market products. Discover the impact of technological advancements on businesses and the value delivered to customers’ lives.
Fear in the Marketplace and Consumer Behavior
Explore the cycle of alarmism–who feeds it, who profits from it and, most importantly, who is pushing back on this corrosive narrative that chips away at the joy of living in the modern age.
Women Beyond Our Borders
Explore how programs in the U.S. help provide education, business training, and mentorship to women around the globe to enable more stable and thriving economies.
Mentorship of the Next Generation
Young women of today hold the future of tomorrow. It’s critical that we prepare women to lead in business and life. Gain tips and tools to not only succeed, but also to work to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Encouraging Women to Lead
From business to politics, leading women in the fields of national policy, political activism, and grassroots organization explore the importance of not only recruiting women to run for office and become business and policy leaders, but also providing them with the tools necessary to succeed.
Giving Back
The importance of community involvement, volunteering, and supporting women everywhere.
The “She” Factor: How to Shatter Your Own Glass Ceiling
Providing women the tools they need to build successful businesses.
Beating the Odds: Rising in Spite of Circumstances
Witness the true-life, inspiring story of a successful media mogul who faced fierce challenges throughout her adolescent life. Despite growing up in sheds and trailer parks and attending 17 public schools, she became one of the top business leaders in her industry through faith, hard work, and fierce determination.
Technology: Making Women's Lives Easier and More Successful
Digital platforms like Etsy, Instagram, Big Cartel, and Facebook offer women-owned businesses a powerful source to build a brand, reach target consumers, and market products. Discover the impact of technological advancements on businesses and the value delivered to customers’ lives.
Fear in the Marketplace and Consumer Behavior
Explore the cycle of alarmism--who feeds it, who profits from it and, most importantly, who is pushing back on this corrosive narrative that chips away at the joy of living in the modern age.
Women Beyond Our Borders
Explore how programs in the U.S. help provide education, business training, and mentorship to women around the globe to enable more stable and thriving economies.
Mentorship of the Next Generation
Young women of today hold the future of tomorrow. It’s critical that we prepare women to lead in business and life. Gain tips and tools to not only succeed, but also to work to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Encouraging Women to Lead
From business to politics, leading women in the fields of national policy, political activism, and grassroots organization explore the importance of not only recruiting women to run for office and become business and policy leaders, but also providing them with the tools necessary to succeed.
Giving Back
The importance of community involvement, volunteering, and supporting women everywhere.
Schedule
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06/09/2019 |
Welcome Reception |
 6:00pm – 6:30pm |
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06/10/2019 |
Registration & Breakfast |
 7:00am – 7:30am |
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06/10/2019 |
Welcome Remarks by IWV President Tammy Bruce |
 8:00am – 8:15am |
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06/10/2019 |
Speakers and Panels |
 8:15am – 12:00pm |
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06/10/2019 |
Lunch |
 12:00pm – 1:15pm |
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06/10/2019 |
Speakers and Panels |
 1:15pm – 4:30pm |
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06/10/2019 |
Networking Reception |
6:00pm – 7:00pm |
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06/10/2019 |
Awards Dinner |
7:00pm – 9:00pm |
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Day - 01
9th Jun
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Welcome Reception |
6:00pm - 6:30pm
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Day - 02
10th Jun
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Registration & Breakfast |
7:00am - 7:30am
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Day - 02
10th Jun
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Welcome Remarks by IWV President Tammy Bruce |
8:00am - 8:15am
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Day - 02
10th Jun
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Speakers and Panels |
8:15am - 12:00pm
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Day - 02
10th Jun
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Lunch |
12:00pm - 1:15pm
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Day - 02
10th Jun
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Speakers and Panels |
1:15pm - 4:30pm
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Day - 02
10th Jun
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Networking Reception |
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Day - 02
10th Jun
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Awards Dinner |
7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Attendee
Registration
This is an event you won’t want to miss. Register today to join us. Tickets include access to all sessions, receptions, and meals.
Attendee
Registration
This is an event you won’t want to miss. Register today to join us. Tickets include access to all sessions, receptions, and meals.
Hotel Accomodations
2201 North Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX, 75207
To make your reservations please call (214) 748-1200 and ask to make a reservation in the 2019 Champion Women Summit room block.
Or use this link to book directly: 2019 Champion Women Summit Room Block
I have been blessed to live the American dream, my hope is that every young woman across our great country can have the same opportunities I have had. Champion Women is leading the way on this front, inspiring young women to find their voice, and their path to their own American dream.
Heidi Ganahl
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marketing manager
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music producer
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