ABOUT US:
Industry Leader in Leadership, Career Advancement & Wellbeing
CFW is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization and industry leader dedicated to accelerating leadership, career growth, and wellbeing across every career stage and industry. For over 25 years, individuals and organizations have turned to CFW for transformative learning experiences that drive success in a rapidly changing world.
Driving Impact at Scale
Serving thousands of companies, CFW helps strengthen retention, build organizational capacity, and foster workplace cultures where everyone can contribute fully. More than a million professionals have benefited from CFW’s programs—gaining the skills, insights, and connections needed to grow and lead at every career stage.
How We Do It
CFW creates high-impact, transformative learning experiences through:
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- Flagship conferences held annually in Austin, Boston, Philadelphia, and Silicon Valley–plus a national virtual conference–that feature world-class speakers, networking, and skill-building sessions.
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- A year-round resource hub that offers continuous learning and support through the Career Connections Program, Women Amplified podcast, community building, and monthly expert tips and insights.
CFW’s world-class keynote speakers include Fortune 500 CEOs, Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize-winning authors, Olympians, Academy Award-winning artists, and trailblazing entrepreneurs.
CFW is the go-to resource for professionals and organizations seeking to advance careers, strengthen teams, and build high-performing workplaces.
A Glimpse at the Numbers
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- More than 55,000 people attend our annual in-person fall events in Austin, Boston, Philadelphia, and San Jose.
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- Thousands more participate in our annual virtual National Conference in March.
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- Hundreds of thousands more engage in our year-round offerings, which include the Career Connections Program, the Women Amplified podcast, community building, monthly tips and insights, and much more.
What Sets Us Apart
- Accessibility: A nonprofit offering affordable professional and personal development and connection opportunities.
- Community: A nonpartisan organization welcoming professionals from all industries and career stages.
- Content Curation: The most relevant, timely, and cutting-edge content, ensuring every session delivers the perfect mix of actionable takeaways and inspiration.
- Impact: Attendees are twice as likely to receive a promotion within a year, according to a study published in the Harvard Business Review. Seven out of ten attendees reported being “more connected to others” after participating in a CFW conference, with social connection being the most significant predictor of success and happiness.
- Starpower and Substance. Unparalleled keynote lineups and access to the nation’s top leadership, career, and wellbeing experts.
Whether you’re an individual seeking inspiration, actionable strategies, and meaningful connections or an organization committed to building organizational capacity and fostering cultures where everyone can contribute, CFW provides the inspiration, expert advice, and community to drive growth and success.
Upcoming In-Person and Virtual Events:
- Pennsylvania Conference for Women — Philadelphia | September 25, 2025 – Registration NOW OPEN!
- Texas Conference for Women — Austin | October 29, 2025 – Join the Priority List!
- Massachusetts Conference for Women — Boston | December 3, 2025 | Registration Opens in JUNE – Join the Priority List!
- California Conference for Women — CA | Stay tuned for details!
- National Conference for Women — Virtual | March 4, 2026 | Registration NOW OPEN!
Each Conference features incredible keynote speakers, carefully curated breakout sessions, and plentiful connection opportunities with peers and experts. It is an unparalleled experience with a blend of practical advice, skill-building, inspiration, and fun!
To learn more about each Conference and sign up for email updates, click on the links below:
Join the Priority List!
Get early access and priority pricing for the Massachusetts Conference for Women before tickets sell out!
Support the Conference as a Sponsor
Showcase your corporate support through a customized sponsorship. CFW can help to address priorities including employee development, thought leadership, employer branding, and business development to name a few.
- To learn more about sponsorship opportunities in our CA, TX, and MA markets, please contact Wendy Morris at: [email protected].
- For sponsorship opportunities in our PA market, please contact Marlyse Fant at: [email protected].
For general sponsorship information, please see our Sponsorship Overview.
