Fran Hauser is passionate about leveling the playing field for women. She does this through her investing, writing, and speaking. Fran has invested in over 30 female-founded companies across consumer tech, CPG, media & publishing, and wellness. She is the best-selling author of The Myth of the Nice Girl: Achieving a Career You Love Without Becoming a Person You Hate.
2024 Women's Leadership Council Conference
2024 Women's Leadership Council Conference
This uniquely designed event connects current and future women leaders in the wholesale tier by providing networking opportunities, developing advanced leadership skills and business acumen, and equipping attendees with tools to elevate and empower them in their roles in the ever-changing marketplace within the beverage alcohol industry.
Who should attend? The WLC Conference is designed to educate, elevate and empower current and future women leaders in the wholesale tier.
Agenda
Registration Opens
Welcome
WLC Philanthropic Event to Dress for Success
Speaker: Susan Kyles, Executive Director, Washington DC
WSWA Update
Executive Women Panel
Networking Reception
Small Group Dinners
Attendees will be divided into 3 small groups to enjoy dinner within walking distance of the hotel on Wharf. Connect with friends and get to know new peers across the industry!
Sunrise Yoga
Networking Breakfast
Sponsor Exhibits Open
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! We have tabletop exhibits hosted by our sponsors. These exhibits will be available during the day on September 20. We encourage you to visit the sponsors, learn about their business and thank them for supporting the conference.
Headshot Cafe
Have your headshots taken by a professional photographer! More information and signup to be shared with registered attendees.
Opening Remarks from WLC Chair Hillary Wirtz
Empower: A Fireside Chat with Author and Startup Investor Fran Hauser
Returning for the second year, we welcome back Fran Hauser, best-selling author, speaker, commentator, and podcast host. This year, Fran will walk us through her second book, Embrace the Work, Love Your Career: a guided workbook and session for realizing your career goals with clarity, intention, and confidence.
Networking Break
Educate: Dale Stratton, SipSource Analyst
Hear from SipSource analyst and industry veteran Dale Stratton as he shares the latest data and trends in the wine and spirits marketplace. Do you know how to calculate brand velocity? Well, after this session you will! Dale will dive into an exclusive enhancement to SipSource — points of distribution — and take you step-by-step on how to make this calculation. Brand velocity is an important determination for wholesalers when making portfolio decisions in any market.
Elevate: Poker Power
Founded in 2020, Poker Power aims to empower women with confidence and risk-taking skills by teaching them to play poker. Learning how to think, strategize, negotiate and take risks, like a winning poker player, translates to leadership skills that help women succeed from the classroom to the board room. An expert instructor will guide us through the basics, from hand strength to bet sizing, so we can confidently sit at the table like a boss. We will learn the ins and outs of the game, when to hold, and when to fold, all while having a blast. But it's not just about the game - the skills you'll learn in this program can be applied to your career and life. You'll develop strategic thinking, quick decision-making, and a competitive edge that will set you apart in any field. And the best part? You'll get to put your newfound knowledge into practice right away by playing with your fellow WLC attendees!