Celebrate. Elevate. Share. Connect.
Save the date for June 23, 2022 and join the College of Charleston School of Business as we highlight this year’s theme — grit.
Grit — noun — courage and resolve; strength of character.
2022 Theme:
Grit – noun – courage and resolve; strength of character.
The second annual Women for Women Summit presented by the College of Charleston School of Business is coming back June 23, 2022 to the Francis Marion Hotel! Join us as we celebrate, elevate, share and connect with women from across South Carolina. Together, we embrace change and inspire a new generation of women to become leaders in their fields and industries.
Who Should Attend?
The Summit is open to all women and supporters – no matter their level of experience or profession – who want to network with like-minded women, learn new skills and be inspired.
Created for women, by women.

2020 Panelist

Celebrate.
Women – and our supporters – have a lot to be proud of. In the past decade alone, women have made major strides in legislature, corporate America, academia and more. We cannot let these accomplishments go unnoticed. Our dynamic programming, impressive lineup of speakers and uplifting atmosphere will leave you asking, “what glass ceiling?”

Elevate.
Women have been breaking barriers and making their own rules for quite some time now. From boardrooms to classrooms across the globe and in all industries you can think of, women have (and will continue) to make a name for themselves. Attendees learn strategies and acquire the necessary tools to advance in their personal and professional lives.

Share.
Learning who we are, what we want and what we are capable of is a lifelong process. Sharing insights with one another can make that process easier. Talking about our wins and lessons learned teaches us all about how to navigate challenges. It also lets us know what tokens of wisdom to pass down to the next generation of women. Attendees appreciate the act of sharing and what it does for women empowerment.

Connect.
Community is the perfect catalyst for social change because there is power in numbers. Fortunately, being a champion for women comes with a tribe of supporters. At the Women for Women Summit presented by the College of Charleston School of Business, you can take the time to make meaningful connections that ignite and foster your personal and professional growth.

Former Governor of South Carolina
2020 Woman of Courage Award Recipient













Speakers

Jennet Robinson Alterman
Non-Profit Consultant and Women's Rights Advocate

Lt. Governor Pamela Evette
93rd Lieutenant Governor of South Carolina

Katarina Fjording
Head of Volvo Car University & Sustainability Americas
Volvo Car USA

Mary Garrett
Leadership Developer, Global Marketer, Board Director

Sara Hastreiter
Professional Sailor, Adventurer and Athlete

Leslie Haywood
Founder and President, Charmed Life Products
Inventor, Grill Charms™

Rachel Hutchisson
VP, Global Social Responsibility, Blackbaud

Lou Kennedy
CEO, Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation

Joanna Lau
Founder
Lau Acquisition Corporation

Jodie McLean
Chief Executive Officer, EDENS

Barbara Melvin
2022 Woman of Courage Award Recipient
Chief Operating Officer, South Carolina Ports Authority

Kimmy K. Powell
Mentor, Author and Entrepreneur

Andrea Silbert
President, Eos Foundation

Monique Wilsondebriano
Owner, Charleston Gourmet Burger Company
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Venue
The Women for Women Summit will take place at the Francis Marion Hotel at 387 King St.
PARKING
The closest parking garage is the Francis Marion Garage at 399 King Street.
The hotel is quite booked that day, so the garage may be full.
35 John St. (Camden Parking Garage)