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November 5, 2026
Pennsylvania Convention CenterExperience the CFW Magic in the Heart of Philly.
8,500+ Professionals. Infinite Possibilities.
$445 Early Bird Tickets through Friday, June 5
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November 5, 2026
8:00am – 5:00pm
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Early Bird
Available May 6–June 5 (or while supplies last)
$445 individual ticket | $4,450 per table (seats 10)
Standard
$545 individual ticket | $5,450 per table (seats 10)
VIP Experience
$699 individual ticket (while supplies last)
All Pennsylvania Conference tickets include free access to the virtual National Conference on March 3, 2027.
Credit cards (preferred) immediately secure your tickets. You may also pay by check to hold your tickets. An invoice will be issued, and payment must be received within 10 business days or tickets will automatically be released. Government agencies have 30 days to submit payment. Purchase orders are not accepted.
Choose to pay by check and an invoice will be emailed to you. You may then pay the invoice by either check or credit card.
Your ticket provides access to the in-person Pennsylvania Conference for Women and the virtual National Conference for Women. Tickets may not be split between individuals.
Pennsylvania Conference for Women | In-Person | November 5, 2026
- Reserved seating for Keynotes and Lunch
- Breakout sessions across leadership, career and wellbeing tracks
- CareerWorks including 1:1 Resume Reviews, Career Coaching, and Professional Headshots*
- The Interactive Hall featuring booths, programming, experiences, Conference bookstore, author signings, and lounges.
- Networking opportunities
- Complimentary boxed lunch
National Conference for Women | Virtual | March 3, 2027
A fully immersive, interactive virtual Conference experience — not a webinar or Zoom — designed to engage and connect participants nationwide.
- “Best of” Keynotes and Breakout Sessions from recent in-person Conferences, plus new curated content
- Learning Stage featuring expert-led career and wellbeing mini masterclasses
- Live audience Q&A with speakers
- Virtual 1:1 Resume Reviews and Career Coaching*
- Structured and informal networking with professionals nationwide and globally
- 30 days of on-demand access to Breakout and Learning Stage sessions
*Resume Reviews, Career Coaching, and professional headshots are first-come, first-served and space is limited.
The VIP Experience includes everything within the Early Bird/Standard ticket, plus these additional benefits:
- Reserved premium seating for Keynotes and Lunch in front section (section map)
- Private Meet & Greet with a Keynote speaker (speaker to be determined by Conference)
- All-day hospitality lounge with light food and beverages
- CFW swag bag
It’s easy! To register as an individual or a group, click the Register button at the top of the page and follow the steps to complete your registration.
Groups are registered through the standard online registration process. The purchaser is automatically designated as the group’s main contact.
A confirmation email will include instructions for submitting attendee names and meal preferences, which must be completed at least 30 days prior to the event.
Note: you do not need to know who will use the tickets at time of registration.
Yes, please take a look at our Helpful Tips.
Seating for Keynotes and Lunch is assigned based on the date and time of registration.
To guarantee seats together, all tickets must be purchased within a single registration or secured through Sponsorship.
Seating requests for attendees in separate registrations (up to 10 individuals) may be submitted after purchase using the link provided in your confirmation email. We accept seating requests for groups of up to 10 individuals. While we make every effort to accommodate seating requests, they are not guaranteed.
All ticket sales are final (no refunds, no exceptions). Tickets may be transferred to another individual by updating the ticket assignment in your registration account.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA 19107
Enter at the corner of Arch & 12th, or directly from the SEPTA Jefferson Station.
The Conference runs from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET. Doors open at 7:00 AM, the Interactive Hall opens at 8:00 AM, and programming begins at 8:45 AM. For a detailed schedule, view the Agenda.
Expect heavy traffic and large crowds on event day. We encourage you to plan ahead, leave early, and allow for extra travel time to ensure a stress-free arrival.
We highly recommend taking public transit or a rideshare to avoid traffic delays and limited parking near the venue. Please plan ahead to account for potential congestion.
Jefferson Station, served by all regional rail lines, is connected to the Convention Center.
Ride Share is strongly encouraged! Drop-off and pick-up are located at the cutout on 12th Street between Race and Arch Streets.
Yes, the primary drop-off and pick-up area is located at the cutout on 12th Street, between Race and Arch Streets. After being dropped off, please proceed to the 12th Street West Entrance, located at the corner of 12th and Arch Streets. This entrance is fully accessible.
Book convenient and affordable parking in advance through SpotHero, the nation’s leading parking reservations app.
To reserve parking, visit Pennsylvania Convention Center SpotHero Parking and book a spot with rates up to 50% off drive-up.
We’ve made it easy to find convenient, comfortable stays in Philadelphia — with exclusive deals available through our official hotel partner, EvolveCon, LLC. We recommend booking your stay using HotelMap.
Yes! Check back in July to access our complete Travel Guide with travel, parking, and shuttle options.
Your printed badge is your official ticket and required for entry before passing security and must be worn all day. Lanyards and badge holders will be provided onsite.
Your badge contains important information about your assigned seat for the Keynote and Lunch.
Your badge will be emailed to you on Monday, November 2, 2026.
If you forget your badge, you may visit the Help Desk located on the 200 Level Bridge across from Hall A for assistance, however, wait times may be extensive.
If you registered yourself, please log into your registration to download your badge and/or email badges to your attendees. Your registration log in can be found on your confirmation receipt. If you still need assistance, reach out to: [email protected].
If you registered as part of a group and need assistance, please contact the primary registrant for your group.
Yes, all attendees are required to pass through security (and magnetometers).
Yes, a coat check is located on the 200 Level Bridge across from the Help Desk. The cost is $4 per checked item. The coat check will also accept luggage.
We do not have a dress code, however most attendees are business casual. The venue is large and there will be a lot of walking, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
You can view the full Agenda online. A printed Schedule Overview will also be available onsite.
The Conference is designed to give you a full day of inspiration, learning, and connection. Here’s a snapshot of the schedule and offerings:
- Doors Open (7:00 AM)
- Interactive Hall Exhibits, Bookstore & Programming (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
- CareerWorks: 1:1 Coaching, Resume Reviews & Professional Headshots (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; closed during Keynote Session)
- Executive Insights Sessions (8:45 AM – 9:45 AM)
- Keynote Session (10:10 AM – 1:20 PM)
- Lunch Intermission (~ 11:45 AM)
- Workshop & Panel Sessions (1:45 – 2:45 PM)
- Workshop, Panel & Networking Sessions (3:15 – 4:15 PM)
- End of Day Party (4:00 PM)
Browse the Agenda for full session and speaker details.
The Keynote Session takes place from ~10:10 AM – 1:20 PM, with a lunch intermission around noon.
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 for full session and speaker details. 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. Sessions are 15 minutes in a fireside chat format and include time for audience Q&A.
Browse the Agenda for full session and speaker details.
CareerWorks takes place in the Interactive Hall and is home to complimentary 1:1 Career Coaching, Resume Reviews, and Professional Headshots.
Sessions are available throughout the day — except during the Keynote Session. Operating hours are: 8:00–10:15 AM and 1:20 PM–5:00 PM.
Space is limited, and first-come, first-served.
No advance sign-up needed!
Seating is assigned for the Keynote Session and Lunch. Check your badge for your seat assignment.
Breakouts, Learning & Wellbeing sessions, and CareerWorks are open seating. Space is limited and sessions are first-come, first-served, so we encourage you to plan ahead.
Yes! New this year, we’re offering two facilitated Networking Meet Ups during Session III at 3:15 PM. One will be Industry focused and the other will focus on Conference Reflections. Each session begins with guided prompts to spark conversation, followed by open networking to connect with peers, exchange contacts, and build relationships.
View the list of 2026 Sponsors.
Sponsorship offers companies the opportunity to engage employees and elevate their brand on Conference day and throughout the year. To learn more about opportunities and benefits, visit our Sponsorship Overview or contact Marlyse Fant.
This year’s Interactive Hall is packed with energy, connection, and experiences you won’t want to miss. Explore hundreds of dynamic exhibitor booths, stop by the Small Business Hub and shop the marketplace, enjoy photo ops, visit the Bookstore Lounge to purchase books and participate in author signings, and level up with miniclasses on the Learning & Wellbeing Stages.
You can also take advantage of our CareerWorks which provides complimentary 1:1 Career Coaching and Resume Reviews, plus Professional Headshots.
Check back in October for a full list of exhibitors.
Yes — a complimentary boxed lunch with filtered water is provided (one per person). The full menu will be available on the website no later than September 1, 2026.
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.
Yes. An alternate boxed lunch that is both vegan and gluten-free is available upon request.
All attendees are automatically assigned the standard meal. The deadline to request the alternate meal is October 8, 2026. Requests must be submitted through your registration account (or through your group’s main contact, if applicable).
The full Menu will be available on the website no later than September 1, 2026.
If the alternate lunch option does not meet your needs, you’re welcome to bring your own food. Concessions will also be available for purchase.
Yes, the venue offers complimentary wireless Internet, excluding the Exhibit and Keynote Halls.
Yes! A variety of concessions will be open all day.
Yes. Hydration Stations will be available in the Interactive Hall throughout the day. Bring a water bottle. Stay tuned for locations and more details!
There is one Mamava nursing pod available in the Convention Center, as well as a dedicated Nursing Mothers Room offering refrigeration in Meeting Room 302.
Yes. The Keynote Session is closed-captioned. The virtual National Conference provides closed captioning for all sessions.
CFW is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience. If you require an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] at least 30 days prior to the Conference. We will do our best to support your request, although it is not guaranteed.
Most men’s restrooms have been converted to women’s, with the following exceptions:
- Street Level – Hall F
- 200 Level – Hall A (dock side), Hall C, Concourse Near MR 203 (west side), near MR201A
- Ballroom A, B – East side of prefunction
- MR 100 Area – Main concourse on either side of MR108
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2026 Sponsors
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