Work Like a Girl Next Gen Summit
NEXT GEN SUMMIT 2026
Saturday, November 21, 2026 | Bell Works, Holmdel, NJ
Join Work Like a Girl NJ for our first-ever Next Gen Summit, a fun, inspiring day designed to help the next generation of women explore what’s possible, make meaningful connections, and feel more confident about what comes next.
Whether you’re exploring college, choosing a career path, looking for an internship or first job, or simply figuring out your next move, the Next Gen Summit will bring together women, businesses, mentors, and organizations from across New Jersey to share real-world advice, resources + opportunities.
Featuring:
• Inspiring speakers + real-world advice
• Mentorship + meaningful connections
• Resources + tools for what’s next
• Vendor Village with companies hiring, colleges + career resources (scroll for a list of vendors below!)
• Boutiques, permanent jewelry + fun throughout the day
• Interactive experiences
Speakers:
Erika Ayers Badan - founder of Work Like a Girl, author of Nobody Cares about your Career, and former CEO of Barstool Sports
Elyse Goldweitz - VP of Marketing at Weleda Skincare
Natalie Maniscalco - co-founder of Wonder Girls USA, CEO of Founder of bluePRint Communications, and national publicist for Goya Foods
Daniela Palacios - Latina entrepreneur, founder at Para KIDS!, and Columbia University alumna
More speakers and sessions to be announced!
Come meet women doing incredible things, discover careers and opportunities you may not have considered, ask questions, make connections, shop, explore + leave feeling inspired about what’s next.
Grab your ticket + join us for the 2026 Work Like a Girl NJ Next Gen Summit! 💜
VENDORS INCLUDE:
Hackensack Meridian Health, New York Police Department, Village Lift, Brookdale Community College, Seniors Helping Seniors, Northwestern Mutual, The Slow Ferry, Head Over Heels, Glow Ahead Consulting, Wonder Girls USA, Sippi Kids, Ten Touch Creative, and more!
Vendor + Sponsorship opportunities: kate@worklikeagirl.com
*Tickets include access to panel sessions, speakers, career resources, networking + and Vendor Village. Tickets are non-refundable