Early bird pricing available until March 12.
The Topeka Women's Conference Presented by Go Topeka is a two-day event designed to inspire and empower women from the Topeka area to thrive in both their personal and professional lives. Bringing together local women, this conference offers an opportunity to connect, learn and grow, while gaining the tools needed to make a positive impact on their communities.
Attendees will engage in a variety of impactful sessions, including panels featuring women sharing their stories of resilience and overcoming adversity, as well as breakout groups focused on wellness, work-life balance and strategies for success. Guest speakers will also discuss the journey of women-owned businesses, offering insights and inspiration for entrepreneurs.
The conference will also include:
A mimosa bar and lunch for relaxed networking and connection
Active breakout sessions focused on artistic expression, organization and physical activity
A photobooth to capture memories and moments with fellow attendees
Vendor booths showcasing women-owned businesses
A peaceful meditation session to recharge and reset
A VIP Mixer for exclusive networking opportunities
This is more than just an event—it's an opportunity to be inspired, connect with like-minded women, and leave with actionable tools to create a lasting impact. Whether you’re looking to grow your career, improve your well-being or start your own business, the Topeka Women's Conference Presented by Go Topeka has something for you.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to empower yourself and others.
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Apply for a scholarship
We are excited to provide a special opportunity for five individuals to attend the upcoming Topeka Women's Conference, Presented by Go Topeka, for free! This scholarship aims to make the conference available to those eager to grow personally, enhance their leadership skills and make a difference in their communities. Applications due by March 22.
We’re excited to announce that 10% of ticket sales will go to support YWCA Northeast Kansas.
Schedule
Friday, April 11, 2025: VIP Networking and Mixer (Business Casual)
6:00-7:30 P.M. - Join us for this exclusive networking opportunity, including heavy appetizers, an open bar, headshot sessions and more!
Saturday, April 12, 2025: Conference Day (Casual)
9:30 A.M. - Check in and hit the mimosa bar.
10:00 A.M. - Introductions
10:15 A.M. - Speaker 1: Mary Anne Durall, Former SVP Global Operations in Financial Services
Sponsored by Envista Credit Union
10:40 A.M. - Speaker 2: Alissa Menke, Chief Digital Strategist and Owner of cohort.digital
11:15 A.M. - Breakout Sessions
Art with Sasha Conrade
Gentle Yoga with Topeka Yoga Network
Creating Clever Habits to "Find" More Time with Mrs. Clever
Noon - Enjoy lunch catered by SKY Restaurant while shopping our local women-owned business vendor booths.
1:45 P.M. - Speaker 3: Emersen Frazier, MPH, Director of Health Equity and Policy at Stormont Vail Health
2:10 P.M. - Panel on Mental Health and Wellness
Dr. Amber Beckley, DC, Beckley Chiropractic & Wellness
Marisol Marcelo, Brennan Mathena Funeral Home
Evelyn Spangler, Topeka Yoga Network
Alisha Saucedo, LSCSW, CST, RPT-S, SEP, Rise with Alisha
3:00 P.M. - Guided Meditation with Topeka Yoga Network
4:00 P.M. - Depart refreshed and renewed.
Our Vendors
Faith Graced Candles
Candles
Kevan’s Crazy Crystals
Crystals
Linked by AEA
Permanent jewelry
Made Maker
Pottery
Mrs. Clever
Planners, notepads and stationery
Rauch Family Farm
Tallow products
Soul Wellness
Beauty and wellness
Topeka Yoga Network
Yoga packages
Stay tuned. More to come!
For vendor booth opportunities, contact:
Sasha Conrade
Experience Manager at The Beacon
sasha@beacontopekacom
785-251-3504