NEWS RELEASE & MEDIA ADVISORY: 2026 Women’s Leadership Summit March 25-26
February 16, 2026
(Charleston, W.Va.) The West Virginia Chamber of Commerce is pleased to invite members of the media to the 2026 Women’s Leadership Summit: Leading Without Limits set for March 25-26 at the historic Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va. Our summit features expert speakers, strategic networking and high-impact sessions designed to help you lead with courage, and without limits.
Building on the success of previous years, we anticipate record-breaking attendance, bringing together women from many different industries and backgrounds.
The summit features an exceptional lineup of speakers, including Legendary Saturday Night Live Producer Lindsay Shookus, bestselling author and TEDx speaker Joelle Moray, President of GO-WV Rebecca McPhail, President of the Charleston Area Alliance & Chamber of Commerce Mara Boggs and many more. Click here to view the agenda.
Keynote Speaker:
The West Virginia Chamber of Commerce is pleased to spotlight Lindsay Shookus, multiple Emmy and Peabody award-winning producer of “Saturday Night Live” will be taking the stage as a keynote speaker at the 2026 Women’s Leadership Summit: Leading Without Limits.
Lindsay entertains and enlightens audiences with captivating stories featuring her experiences managing beloved “SNL” personalities and celebrity guests while navigating the pressure cooker of producing live TV.
She’s described as an authentic storyteller who connects the worlds of entertainment and business to share actionable takeaways for working through life’s obstacles, leading through the challenges and forging meaningful relationships along the way.
Featured Speakers:
Philanthropy Project:
Our 2026 Women’s Leadership Summit: Leading Without Limits is partnering with Girl Scouts of Black Diamond to support local troops as they engage in hands-on activities that foster leadership and sisterhood.
Each t-shirt ensures that every girl, regardless of background or ability, has the supplies she needs to take on new challenges.
How you can help: Bring white t-shirts in Youth M-XL and all Adult sizes to the 2026 Women’s Leadership Summit on March 25-26 at The Greenbrier.
Shaping the Next Generation of Women Leaders:
We are thrilled to again welcome college students from across the Mountain State for unparalleled experiences and opportunities to connect with West Virginia’s best and brightest as we strive to inspire the next generation of women leaders.
Registration for the 2026 Women’s Leadership Summit is still open, and the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce encourages women from all industries and backgrounds to join this event.
Credentialed members of the media are invited to attend and must RSVP to Brian Dayton at [email protected] or Kaylin Jorge at [email protected] by 12 p.m. Friday, March 20.
About the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce: The West Virginia Chamber of Commerce is the leading voice for businesses across the state, working to create a robust business environment and promote economic growth. Our members employ more than half of the workforce in West Virginia. Through events like the Women’s Leadership Summit, the Chamber fosters connections, advocates for business interests and provides valuable resources for professionals and entrepreneurs. For more information, visit wvchamber.com.
WHO:
The West Virginia Chamber of Commerce, Business Leaders, Expert Speakers
WHAT:
2025 Women’s Leadership Summit: Leading Without Limits
WHEN:
10:00 a.m. – 3:40 p.m. March 25
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. March 26
WHERE:
The Greenbrier
300 Main St W, White Sulphur Springs, WV 24986
RSVP Required:
Credentialed members of the media are invited to attend and must RSVP to Brian Dayton at [email protected] or Kaylin Jorge at [email protected] by 12 p.m. Friday, March 20.