2026 Women Who Lead Summit

Vanguard Veteran, hosts this hybrid event veteran and non-veteran women to connect, share insights, grow as leaders, and foster mutual support. Founder & CEO, Lt. Col. (Ret) Kathy Lowrey Gallowitz, is on a mission to develop more Civilian Veteran Champions—bridging the gap between military and civilian communities through leadership, understanding, and collaboration.

The 3rd Annual Women Who Lead Summit with the theme, Brand First, Influence Always: How Personal Branding Shapes Effective Leadership. This year’s theme dives into the power of personal branding as the cornerstone of influence and effective leadership. When you know who you are and what you carry, you can lead with clarity, courage, and impact.

Designed to empower women at every stage, this summit is a space to connect with trailblazers and changemakers, exchange insights that spark growth, and sharpen the skills that will elevate not only your journey, but also the lives of those you serve.

Whether you’re an experienced entrepreneur, building something new, or a professional advancing in your career, you’ll leave inspired, equipped, and ready to lead from a place of authenticity and strength. Together, we rise, we lead, and we influence—always.

Whether you attend in person or virtually, attendees can expect breakout sessions, vibrant discussions, and dual keynotes from Kathleen Duffy, President & CEO of Duffy Group and CMSgt (Ret) Rochelle "SLAY" Hemingway, Founder & CEO of SLAY to Success®.

We are excited to feautre a Confidence and Style Station hosted by Defining You x Styled by Rhu. Discover or enhance your personal style.

*Proudly sponsored by First Page , Achieve, & BestCompaniesAZ

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