Who’s Who of Women Leading and Building ATX - An IWD Celebration and SXSW Kickoff Party 🎉
What happens when the women who support others pause long enough to truly see one another? This gathering is an invitation to find out.
On the Sunday before SXSW (12-18), women leaders, women-led organizations, and ecosystem builders from across Austin will gather for meaningful connection, recognition, and shared purpose. Join and meet the women and advocates who are building and strengthening the community every day.
Who This Is For
This gathering is for women leaders, founders, organizers, advocates, and ecosystem builders across Austin. Plus, those curious about who the key players are and how they are shaping the community.
Our goal is to uplift those who build communities, mentor founders, and shape what opportunity looks like. This gathering is about connection, collaboration, and making the most of shared moments. If you care about bringing people together and strengthening the ecosystem, you belong here.
What to Expect
Austin is full of incredible people and opportunities, and often, we simply do not know what we do not know. This gathering is designed to change that.
This gathering is a who’s who of women shaping Austin, highlighting the organizations, resources, and leaders supporting women across the city. The intention is visibility, not noise, ensuring everyone is introduced, acknowledged, and leaves with a clear understanding of who does what and how to engage next. The goal is to create a community directory for Women-Focused Organizations & Events with an Austin Presence to better navigate the numerous women-focused events and businesses in Austin.
Please share your organization and or gathering HERE.
This is a shared moment of recognition and connection, grounded in the belief that when women support women with intention, new possibilities open for everyone.
We’re looking for volunteers to help bring this together. We’re also seeking a large venue, sponsors, and your help in identifying the organization and leaders who should be in the room. Kindly email [email protected] to be added to the list.
AGENDA*
10:00 – 10:30 AM ☕🥐 Arrival, Breakfast, Coffee & Mimosas Mingle, reconnect, and meet new faces.
10:30 – 11:15 AM 🎤 Panel One and 🎤 Panel Two 1. Practical guidance on getting the most from SXSW. 2. Additional perspective and insight. Details coming soon.
11:15 – 11:30 AM 🌿 Break: Stretch and connect.
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM ✨ Who’s Who Roll Call - Introductions of women-led organizations and ecosystem builders across Austin. Add community builders HERE
12:30 – 2:00 PM 🤝 Open Networking & Connection Time -Intentionally unstructured to meet new people, connect with organizations, and continue conversations.
*Agenda is subject to change