Built to Scale: AI, Capital & Women Shaping the Future

Advancing Women. Powering the Future.
Leading Ladies Conference in it's 3rd year is a one-day, high-impact experience designed for women founders, professionals, and leaders who are serious about growth, influence, and legacy.

Leading Ladies Conference 2026 Presented by Microsoft

Date: Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 Location: Microsoft Canada, 81 Bay St Toronto, ON, M5J 0E7Time: 11: 45 am- 5: 00 pm 

About This Event

"This is not just about inspiration.It’s about clarity, confidence, and access."
The Leading Ladies Conference 2026 is a full-day experience designed for women who are serious about building, scaling, and funding their businesses in today’s economy.
This year’s focus is clear and intentional: AI. Access to Capital. Real Opportunity.
We’re bringing together women founders, professionals, funders, and ecosystem leaders for practical conversations around technology, funding readiness, and business growth — all in a room that feels supportive, elevated, and powerful.

What You’ll Learn & Experience?
● ✔️ How women are using AI in real, practical ways to grow their businesses● ✔️ What funders actually look for when deciding who gets capital● ✔️ How to position your business as fund-ready● ✔️ Live pitch competition featuring female founders●  Curated networking with intention (not awkward mingling)● A relaxed but high-impact environment where women feel seen and supported

Who Should Attend? This conference is for:
● Women founders building real businesses● Professionals navigating leadership and transition● Investors and ecosystem partners who want deal flow● Corporate partners who actually care about impact

Register now to pitch live at the LLC 2026 Pitch Competition

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Grab the opportunity to be on a global stage; Register now to be a speaker. Email interest to: moc.tcennocseidalgnidael%40ofni

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Ticket Type

Get the best seats in the room Interested in collaborating, sponsoring or gracing our stage?Email moc.tcennocseidalgnidael%40ofni 

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Vendors booth: $350

Secure your spot as a service-based vendor at the Leading Ladies Conference 2026.
This vendor marketplace is curated for consultants, coaches, agencies, creatives, and professional service providers who want meaningful exposure to a highly engaged audience of women founders, professionals, and decision-makers.Includes:● Vendor spot plus furniture● Brand exposure during the conference● Opportunity to connect directly with potential clients and partners● Networking with founders and ecosystem of leadersPlease note:This marketplace is strictly for service-based businesses. Product-based vendors are not eligible for this category.

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Pitch Finalist: $95

This ticket category is exclusively for the finalists of the 2026 pitch competition.(Private / invite-only)
Includes:● Full conference access● Pitch coaching (if applicable)● Live pitch opportunity to up to $15k in funding prizes● Visibility across Leading Ladies Connect platformsBest for:Pitch finalist candidates.

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Early Birds: $101

This is the 2026 conference general admission ticket category. With a discounted price, most importantly for early registrations.
Includes:● Full conference access to experience the programs at the LLC 2026 conference.● Access to converse & ask questions to torchlight topics that gives you concerns● Meet and interact with women leaders and mentors for a life changing connection.
Best for:Women who are looking for the opportunity of connection, inspiration and thrive as a woman.

Be Part of Our Sponsors

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    Sponsor a woman

    As we make notable efforts towards bringing women with big visions, dreams and innovative mindsets together, we humbly welcome partnership, sponsorship and donations towards this course of creating an haven where women are heard, given opportunities and safe.

LLC 2026 CONFERENCE

The conference presents; ACCESS, VISIBILTY and CAPITAL!!!

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Conference Highlights

AI & Technology Panels (practical, not intimidating)Funding & Capital Access ConversationsCurated Networking LunchLive Pitch Competition
Pitch CompetitionA select group of female founders will pitch their businesses live on stage for the opportunity to win funding, mentorship, and visibility.
Pitch application details is on the (LLC Pitch 2026 page).If funding is on your roadmap, this is a room you want to be in.
Why Attend?Because women don’t lack talent they lack access, visibility, and capital.

Partners

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Event FAQ

  • No. This conference is for women at different stages entrepreneurs, professionals, consultants, and women exploring business or innovation.

  • Not at all. Sessions are designed to be practical and approachable, whether you’re brand new or already using AI tools.

  • Yes. Networking is curated and intentional, including a structured networking lunch.

  • Yes, lunch is included with your ticket.

  • Yes but Only selected finalists will pitch live on stage. Pitch competition applications are now open, register to pitch and stand a chance to pitch your business.

  • Dress confident and comfortable. Business casual to business chic is perfect.

  • Tickets are non-refundable but transferable up to a specified date

  • Yes. Leading Ladies Connect events are inclusive and welcoming.

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