Every company a woman builds changes what gets built next, and who gets to build it.

Join the women founders building in Chicago and the people who back them for an evening that's equal parts celebration, inspiration and real connection. No panels. No pitches. Just the people who make each other's next move possible.

What to expect

Hear why it matters A leader on why building as a woman matters, the strengths women founders bring and the impact of who gets to build.

Join the conversation Small-group talk tables, each with a host and a topic that matters right now.

Play, make and reflect Games, hands-on activities and an inspiration wall for the people who opened doors for you.

Meet the organizations in your corner Chicago organizations dedicated to supporting women founders, all in one room.

Celebrate Food from women-owned Chicago businesses, a DJ and a room full of people who want you to win.

Who you're around changes what you believe is possible.

Based in Chicago. Serving the world.

Agenda

5:00 PM · Doors open

5:30 PM · Welcome from 1871

5:35 PM · Why It Matters Why building as a woman matters, and what changes when more women build.

5:55 PM · The evening Move between the zones at your own pace:

  • Talk tables

  • Make and play

  • Inspiration wall

  • Food and DJ

  • Community partners

8:00 PM · Close

Tickets: $25 · Free for 1871 members