2024 Women & Business Conference Request for Presentation Proposals

Event: The Women & Business Conference and ATHENA Awards Luncheon is the primary fundraiser for the Salt Lake Chamber's Women's Business Center of Utah. This event is filled with inspirational speakers and recognizes the accomplishments of those helping to make a difference in our local community.

Purpose: To inspire and connect businesswomen with valuable tools and resources that will enhance their growth and to foster relationships between business professionals in the community.

Theme: I.L.L.U.M.I.N.A.T.E.(It encapsulates the essence of what this conference stands for: Inspiring Leadership, Learning, Unity, Motivation, Innovation, Networking, Ambition, Teamwork, and Empowerment.)

Breakout Proposals should include:

• Title of Breakout Presentation 

• Description of Breakout Presentation

• Proposed Speaker or Panelists and Moderator with Bios (Salt Lake Chamber Members Preferred)

• Relevance to elevating businesswomen 

• Takeaway Action Items for Attendees

• Contact Information (Name, Title, Organization, Phone Number, Email)
   

Example Presentation Topics: 

• Authenticity: Finding Your True Voice in the Workplace 

• Managing Remote Workers and Colleagues  

• Power of Community: How to Make Your Network Work for You

• Mental Health – Removing the Stigma 

• Intergenerational Collaboration

• Negotiation Skills

• How to Give and Take Feedback

• Know Your Worth: How to Ask for a Raise
   

Length: Presentations should be approximately 35 minutes in length.

Format: Select your format. Single presenter, panel, fireside chat or discussion.

Selection Process: Presentations will be reviewed and selected by the Women & Business Conference committee.

To submit a presentation proposal, please click the blue "register" button on this page to access the application.

*NOTE: Breakout Session Presenters do not receive compensation for conference participation as the proceeds go to the Women’s Business Center of Utah. 

Questions? Contact events@slchamber.com.

Interested in sponsorship opportunities or contributing in another way, contact Heidi Walker at hwalker@slchamber.com.