Date: October 4, 2025 (Tentative)
Time: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Location: To Be Determined, Greater Los Angeles Area
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2025 Connect & Thrive Women’s Conference:
Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers
Mission Statement
The Connect & Thrive Women’s Conference empowers women of all backgrounds to connect, learn, and lead. Through a dynamic and supportive community, we provide the tools and opportunities needed for personal, professional, entrepreneurial, and financial growth, ensuring every woman can thrive and achieve her fullest potential.
About the Event
The 2025 Connect & Thrive Women’s Conference, themed “Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers,” is a premier one-day event tentatively scheduled for October 4, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. We are actively organizing this transformative experience, curating an inspiring lineup of speakers, engaging sessions, and unparalleled networking opportunities to create a truly impactful event.
Designed for ambitious women, entrepreneurs, professionals, and college/university students, this event will provide actionable insights, business strategies, and personal growth tools to help attendees advance in their careers and ventures. College students will gain valuable exposure to real-world industry insights, networking opportunities, and career-building advice that will set them up for success in their future careers. Through keynote addresses, thought-provoking panel discussions, and hands-on workshops, participants will gain valuable knowledge while forming meaningful connections with industry experts, mentors, and peers.
Beyond learning, the conference offers a curated exhibitor showcase, networking lounges, and empowerment sessions focused on entrepreneurship, leadership, financial wellness, and career advancement. Attendees will also enjoy gourmet meals, VIP experiences, and exclusive networking opportunities designed for deeper engagement and collaboration.
Event Highlights
- 🎤 Keynote Speakers & Success Stories – Gain inspiration from influential women and industry leaders as they share their journeys, strategies, and insights for success.
- 💸 Funding Your Future – Unlock financial success with expert insights on venture capital, grants, loans, and crowdfunding. Learn how to secure funding, navigate financial challenges, and build lasting wealth for your business and personal growth.
- 👩💼 Teen Entrepreneur Spotlight – In partnership with Camp S.W.A.G., celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit of young women and their innovative ventures.
- 🤝 Networking & B2B Connections – Build valuable relationships with peers, mentors, and industry professionals to foster growth and collaboration.
- 🧘♀️ Wellness & Resilience – Prioritize mental and physical well-being through expert-led sessions on stress management, self-care, and work-life balance.
- 🎉 VIP After-Party – Premium VIP attendees will gain access to an exclusive after-party featuring live entertainment, cocktails, and premier networking opportunities.
Panel Discussions & Interactive Q&A
- 💡 Entrepreneurship Panel – Practical insights on launching, scaling, and sustaining a successful business.
- 💰 “Funding Your Future” Financial Panel – Learn from experts on how to secure funding and enhance financial literacy.
- 💼 Career Panel: Women in Male-Dominated Industries – Learn from trailblazers who have broken barriers and paved the way for future leaders.
- 🌱 Health & Wellness Panel – Discover practical strategies for maintaining a balanced and healthy lifestyle.
- 🔄 Interactive Q&A – Engage directly with panelists and receive personalized advice tailored to your journey.
Special Recognition
- 🏆 Awards & Acknowledgment – We will recognize outstanding women and a female teen for their commitment and volunteer efforts in helping women and children in their communities. Nominees will be honored for their dedication to creating meaningful change.
Additional Experiences
- 🛍️ Exhibitor Showcases – Discover a curated selection of products, services, and resources tailored to women’s needs.
- 🍽️ Curated Meals – Enjoy a light breakfast and lunch, fostering opportunities for networking and connection.
- 💖 Giving Back to the Community – A portion of event proceeds will be donated to a local women’s charity or non-profit focused on empowering women and creating positive community change.
- 👗 Fashion Show (Under Consideration) – A celebration of women’s style and empowerment may be included in the final program.
Giving Back to the Community
A portion of event proceeds will be donated to a local women’s and children’s charity or non-profit, with a special focus on women-owned nonprofits dedicated to empowering and uplifting women and children. Women-Owned Nonprofits and Charities: Submit your organization’s name for the chance to receive the “Giving Back” contribution from our event proceeds.
To submit, please email us at ctwc2025@TheLadyzLounge.com with your organization’s name, mission, and a brief explanation of why we should select your organization to receive the contribution. Please include “Submission for Giving Back Contribution” in the subject line of your email.
Submission Guidelines:
- Provide a brief overview of your organization, its mission, and the impact it has on the community.
- Share why your organization is a strong candidate for this contribution and how it will use the funds to support women’s empowerment or related initiatives.
- Include any past successes or testimonials that demonstrate your organization’s effectiveness in making a positive difference in the community.
- Optional: Tell us about the founder of your organization—what inspired them to create this nonprofit and the personal motivations behind their mission. Sharing their story will help us understand the passion driving the work and the heart behind the organization.
We are committed to fostering change and supporting impactful work within our community. Your participation directly supports initiatives that create lasting, positive impact for women and children. We look forward to reviewing your submission and potentially partnering with you to make a meaningful difference.
Join the Movement!
This is more than just an event—it’s a powerful movement to inspire, uplift, and empower women to break barriers, create opportunities, and take control of their future. The 2025 Connect & Thrive Women’s Conference serves as a catalyst for transformation, fostering education, mentorship, and collaboration.
Whether you’re looking to expand your professional network, secure funding for your business, gain valuable insights, or be inspired by remarkable women, this is your opportunity to be part of something bigger.
🔥 Reserve your spot today and join the movement toward bold leadership, financial independence, and unstoppable success!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Why Sponsor Connect & Thrive?
- Spotlight Local Talent: Align your brand with a conference that celebrates and elevates local voices, showcasing the best of LA’s homegrown talent.
- Exceptional Visibility: Reach a dynamic audience of professional women, community leaders, and influencers in one of the world’s most exciting cities.
- Meaningful Engagement: Connect with attendees in a high-profile, supportive environment designed for networking and professional development.
Sponsorship Benefits:
- Prominent Brand Exposure: Your brand will be featured across all event marketing channels, including our website, social media, and event signage.
- Exclusive Networking Opportunities: Engage directly with local leaders, influential figures, and attendees through VIP passes and special recognition.
- Customizable Sponsorship Packages: Tailor your involvement to meet your specific objectives, from targeted advertising and interactive booths to speaking opportunities.
Please visit Los Angeles Event Sponsor to learn more.
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
If you’re interested in partnering with us for this event, we’d love to hear your ideas! Please give us a call at (424) 394-0661 or email us at LeonClaude@theladyzlounge.com.
Call for Speakers
Interested in Being a Volunteer Speaker?
Thank you for your interest in becoming a local volunteer speaker at the Los Angeles Connect & Thrive Women’s Conference! We are looking for female speakers who reside within the greater Los Angeles, CA area.
Second Keynote Speaker – Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a powerhouse keynote speaker to ignite and empower female entrepreneurs! We need someone who has not just talked the talk, but walked the walk, building and scaling a thriving business from the ground up. If you’ve navigated the trenches of entrepreneurship and emerged with hard-won wisdom on business development, funding, and sustainable growth, we want you! Our health and wellness panel is covered, so we’re focusing solely on the nitty-gritty of business success.
We’re thrilled to learn about your expertise and how you might contribute to our event.
VIP Volunteers
Get Involved with Connect & Thrive Women’s Conference – Event Volunteers Needed!
We are excited to announce that the Connect & Thrive Women’s Conference, a one-day event dedicated to empowering women through meaningful connections, wellness practices, and professional growth, is in need of enthusiastic volunteers for our Los Angeles conferences. Your help is crucial to making these events a success!
Join us in bringing this conference to life by assisting with tasks such as Event Planning, Event Promoting, or assisting with overall decisions and organizing as a Board Member. Volunteers will receive VIP access at the event as well as VIP access to the After Party. Help us make a difference!
Still have questions? Email us at Amanda@theladyzlounge.com or give us a call at (424) 394-0661.
Teen Entrepreneur Spotlight
🌟 Calling Female Teen Entrepreneurs Speakers🌟
Camp S.W.A.G. (Students With Ambitions & Goals) is Proudly Managing Teen Volunteer Speaker Applications
We are excited to announce that Camp S.W.A.G. (Students With Ambitions & Goals) will be managing all applications and organizing efforts for teen volunteer speakers at the 2025 Connect & Thrive Women’s Conference. This initiative aims to empower young voices and provide a platform for female teenage entrepreneurs to share their inspiring stories and insights.
As part of this collaboration, Camp S.W.A.G. will handle the recruitment and selection process for teen speakers, ensuring a diverse range of perspectives that resonate with our mission of empowerment and growth. We believe that engaging young entrepreneurs not only enriches the conference experience but also inspires other attendees to pursue their ambitions.
If you know a talented teen entrepreneur who would like to be considered as a speaker, or if you’re interested in learning more about the application process, please reach out to us. Together, we can uplift and empower the next generation of leaders!
If you have any questions, please contact Dorothy at Camp S.W.A.G. (Students With Ambitions & Goals) at (424) 354-9196 or via email at Dorothy@cswag.org.
Nominate an Inspiring Woman or Teen Female Advocate
We invite nominations for exceptional work supporting women’s or children’s causes, specifically one female teen and one adult woman, both of whom have demonstrated remarkable leadership and advocacy. These nominees will be honored with personalized awards, such as plaques or trophies, celebrating their significant contributions to advancing women’s and children’s issues in their communities and fields.
For more information on the 2025 Connect & Thrive Women’s Conference, please contact:
Dorothy Lenon
Event Partnership Manager
The Lady’z Lounge
Email: Dorothy@theladyzlounge.com
Phone: (424) 394-0661
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
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