Massachusetts

Your printed badge is your official ticket and required for entry before passing security. You must print and bring it with you. Lanyards and badge holders will be provided onsite as you are required to wear it throughout the day.

Your badge contains important information about your assigned seat for the Keynote Program and Lunch.

Your badge will be emailed to you on Monday, December 1.

In the event you lose or forget your badge, you may visit the Help Desk located in the North Lobby, however, wait times may be extensive.

Yes, all attendees are required to pass through security (and magnetometers).

If you registered yourself, please reach out to [email protected]. If you registered as part of a group and need assistance, please contact the primary registrant for your group.

Dress comfortably — think business casual with shoes made for walking. You may also want to be photo-ready in case you take a professional headshot or other photo opportunity.

You can view the full Agenda online and in the CFW App. A printed Schedule Overview will also be available onsite.

The Conference provides a full day of opportunities for inspiration, learning, and connection. Here’s a quick snapshot of the schedule:

• One Keynote Session (10:10 AM – 1:20 PM)
• Three Breakout Sessions (8:45 AM, 1:45 PM, & 3:15 PM)
• Lunch Intermission (~11:45 AM)
• Learning & Wellbeing Stage Miniclasses (8:15 – 10:10 AM & 1:45 – 4:10 PM)
• End-of-Day Party (4:00 PM)
• Plus, free time throughout the day built in for networking, 1:1 Career Coaching, Resume Review, and to explore Interactive Hall offerings

Browse the Agenda or the CFW App. for a full, detailed overview of the day’s programming.

The Keynote Sessions takes place in Hall B/C from 10:10 AM – 1:20 PM, with a brief lunch intermission starting at ~11:45 AM.

Breakout sessions are offered in three time blocks throughout the day:

• Session I: 8:45 – 9:45 AM

• Session II: 1:45 – 2:45 PM

• Session III: 3:15 – 4:15 PM

Many Session II offerings will be repeated in Session III, in case you’re having trouble choosing.

Browse the Agenda or the CFW App. for a full overview of the day’s programming. Learn about session formats and tracks in the Session Key.

The Learning & Wellbeing Stages, located in the Interactive Hall, feature a full lineup of miniclasses throughout the day — except during the Keynote Session — and cover a wide range of career development, physical health, and emotional wellbeing topics. Each session consists of a 10-minute presentation followed by 5 minutes of audience Q&A. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Browse the Agenda or the CFW App. for a full overview of the sessions and speakers on the Learning & Wellbeing Stages.

No advance sign-up needed! 

Seating is assigned for the Keynote Session and Lunch. Check your badge for your seat assignment.

Seating is not assigned for Breakouts and sessions on the Learning & Wellbeing Stages. Space is limited and is first-come, first-served, so we encourage you to plan ahead. 

To participate in Professional Headshots & Makeup Touch Ups, you will need to join the Virtual Line when you arrive onsite. QR code and instructions will be available in the Interactive Hall.

Complimentary Career Services take place in the Interactive Hall throughout the day — except during the Keynote Session.
Operating hours are: 8:00–10:15 AM and 1:20 PM–5:00 PM.

• 1:1 Career Coaching and Resume Review sponsored by Takeda is available first-come, first-served, and space is limited.  
• Professional Headshots and Makeup Touch-Ups sponsored by State Street Corporation is available by joining the Virtual Line onsite.

Yes! We offer formal facilitated Small Group Peer Networking Meet-Ups sponsored by Cisco in the Interactive Hall at 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM & 3:15 PM.
You can also use the CFW App to easily connect and share information with fellow attendees.

CFW no longer provides printed program books, but a printed Schedule Overview with key highlights will be available onsite. The CFW App is also a great resource and includes details on sessions, speakers, and all offerings.

Yes! The CFW App is your conference-day companion, giving you quick and easy access to the schedule, sessions, speakers, maps, sponsors, and more. It’s also a valuable resource year-round, so be sure to keep it after event day.

Download it from your app store by searching “The Conferences for Women.”

This year’s Interactive Hall is packed with energy, connection, and experiences you won’t want to miss. Explore dynamic exhibitor booths, stop by the Small Business Hub and shop the marketplace sponsored by Bank of America, enjoy photo ops, visit the Bookstore Lounge to purchase books and participate in author signings sponsored by Fidelity Investments, and level up with miniclasses on the Learning & Wellbeing Stages.

You can also take advantage of complimentary Career Services, including 1:1 Career Coaching and Résumé Reviews sponsored by Takeda, plus Professional Headshots & Makeup Touch-Ups sponsored by State Street Corporation.

Check out the Interactive Hall Directory for full details beyond these highlights.

Yes! Check out the Exhibitor List online — it’s also available in the CFW App.

Yes — a complimentary boxed lunch with filtered water is provided (one per person). Please refer to the Menu for specifics.

Lunch takes place during a scheduled intermission (~11:45 AM) within the Keynote Session. Seating is assigned, and your table number is printed on your badge.

You can find your table location on the Keynote Seating Map or in the CFW App.

A vegan & gluten-free alternate lunch option is available upon advance request (Deadline: November 12).
Please refer to the Menu for ingredient information and instructions to secure the alternate meal.

If the alternative lunch option does not meet your specific needs, you’re welcome to bring your own food for the day. Additionally, Concessions will be available to purchase food.

Yes, all Conference attendees will be required to pass through security (and magnetometers) upon entry. We do NOT have a clear bag policy—all types of bags are allowed and are subject to search.

Yes, two coat checks will be available (and both accept luggage):

• North Lobby, near the Help Desk

• Interactive Hall

The cost is $5 per item, payable by cash, credit, or Apple Pay.

Yes, the MCEC provides complimentary wireless Internet.
Look for “MCEC Wireless Network” — no password required.

Yes, limited concessions will be available in the North Lobby (7:00 AM–5:00 PM) and Hall A (8:00 AM–3:00 PM).

Yes, bring your reusable water bottle to refill at the Hydration Station sponsored by Cloudera inside the Interactive Hall.

There is a Mamava nursing pod available on Level 1, across from Meeting Room 159. There is also a dedicated Nursing Mothers Room. You’ll find power outlets and refrigeration in Meeting Room 101 on Level 1.

The Keynote Session will be closed-captioned.

CFW creates an inclusive and accessible experience for all attendees. We request 30 days advance notice of any special accessibility needs. If you have questions, please reach out to [email protected].

Men’s restrooms will be limited, as most have been converted to women’s. You can find men’s restrooms in the following locations:

• Level 0 – Exhibit Hall (East wall) & General Session (East wall)
• Level 0 – Southeast Lobby B2
• Level 1 – North Lobby (East wall) and SE & SW ends of hallways
• Level 2 – SE & SW ends of hallways
• Level 3 – East and West sides of Ballroom

Yes — explore our venue maps for key locations throughout the venue:

• Interactive Hall
• Keynote Seating Map
• Additional MCEC maps coming soon!

We also recommend downloading the CFW App, which includes maps, schedules, and more to help you navigate your day.

Yes! The CFW App is your conference-day companion for quick and easy access to the schedule, sessions, speakers, maps, sponsors, and much more! It’s also an invaluable resource year-round, so be sure to keep it after event day. Download from your app store by searching “The Conferences for Women.”

Your ticket to the in-person Conference on December 10th includes free access to the virtual National Conference in 2026. There’s nothing more to do now — you’ll find virtual attendee information and login details on our website in February.

Want to invite friends and colleagues to join you online? Additional tickets can be purchased here.