2025 CNY Women's Summit
The CNY Women’s Summit is our flagship event for fostering meaningful connections, professional growth, and creating lasting change for women professionals across our region.
Through this event, we aim to create a thriving community where women in Central New York are celebrated for their achievements, supported in their endeavors, and equipped with the tools and networks to lead bold lives and build legacies.
The 2025 CNY Women's Summit is hosted by CNY Women's Network, thanks to our sponsors: This is CNY, Cheshire AV, Stella Co., ANA GIL STUDIOS, She Fancy Catering Co., Aqua Spa Float Center & Wellness Boutique, AmeriCU, NBT Bank, CNY Headshots, Nave Law Firm, Sow to Speak, B's Daydream Balloon Co. Marriott Downtown Syracuse, The MOST, Crouse Health, Refine Rentals by RD, Traveling Event Planner, and Central and Northern New York Building Trades Council (CNNYBTC).
⭐ IITINERARY | BUILD-YOUR-OWN EXPERIENCE
9:00 - 10:00 AM: Coffee Hour & Registration
10:00 - 10:30 AM: Opening Ceremony
10:30 - 11:15 AM: Unapologetic: How to Build Courage and Confidence to Achieve Anything you Want by Candy Valentino
11:25 - 12:10 PM: Your Choice Of:
Leading with Purpose Panel: Women Making an Impact in Their Communities
Handling Difficult Conversations Without Losing Sleep (or Your Cool!): Workshop by Kristy Mandour
'Money Talks': Building Wealth, Investing and Making Empowered Decisions: Networking Breakout Session
12:30 - 1:30 PM: Lunch
12:45 - 1:30 PM: VIP Insider Session— an exclusive networking session for our VIP ticket holders and Speakers!
1:35 - 1:55 PM: Wellness Session led by Tammy Wilkinson, Owner of Aqua Spa Float Center & Wellness Boutique
2:00 - 2:30 PM: Cultivate CNY Live Podcast Recording: Kimberly LaForte interviews the founder of CNY Women's Network, Alex Canavan.
2:30 - 3:15 PM: Your Choice Of:
Career Goals Panel: Accomplished Women from Diverse Industries Share Their Journey
Scaling Your Business Through Strategic Events Workshop by Kera Wasserbach. Learn how any industry can build trust, loyalty and revenue through live events.
Boundaries > Burnout Networking Breakout Session
3:20 - 4:05 PM: Your Choice Of:
Entrepreneurship Unfiltered Panel: Lessons from Failure, Pivots & Resilience
DIY Headshots & What to Do with Them: Workshop by Ana Gil. Learn about professional photography techniques, LinkedIn optimization and creating your own media kit!
Women in Male-Dominated Industries Networking Breakout
4:10 - 4:25 PM: Closing Remarks & Giveaways
4:30 - 6:00 PM: Happy Hour— Featuring a grazing table and hors d'ouvres provided by She Fancy, mocktail samples from Emerald Cocktail Kitchen, a selfie booth by ANA GIL STUDIOS, free headshots by CNY Headshots, and more!
📢 MEET YOUR SPEAKERS.
Keynote Speaker: Candy Valentino
Candy Valentino is a Wall Street Journal Best-Selling Author, Business Growth Expert, and Financial Analyst with over 26 years of experience in business and investing.
Starting her first company at the age of 19, Candy successfully built, scaled, and exited two businesses—without a degree, corporate background, or initial capital. Over the last quarter-century, she has generated wealth through entrepreneurship and real estate investments across various industries.
Candy is the author of The 9% Edge, The 9% Edge Quarterly Planner, and the Wall Street Journal best-seller Wealth Habits. As the host of The Candy Valentino Show, she explores wealth-building habits, business models, profit strategies, and real estate investing, engaging with some of the world’s most successful minds, including Tony Robbins, Daymond John, and Amy Lacey.
Speakers & Panelists:
Amy Bleier Long, Elizabeth Brando, Robin Cortese, Stephanie Crockett, Tracy Dando, Ana Gil, Flossie Hall, Catherine Hover, Evelyn Ingram, Danielle Leahy, Kristy Mandour, Amina Salahou, Meghan Thomas, Kera Wasserbach, Jaime "JJ" Weisberg, Tammy Lynn Wilkinson, Alicia Madden, Lauren Kochian, Casey Prietti
.... more to come!
✨ GENERAL ADMISSION
Includes:
Full-Day Access to all main-stage events, breakout sessions, and presentations.
Build your own experience and attend the sessions that benefit you most.
Lunch, Coffee and refreshments included.
Networking Lounge Access throughout the day with snacks, refreshments, and a comfortable space to recharge.
Executive Mentorship Opportunities: Make yourself known and get the guidance you need during our live Q&A sessions with women leaders.
12-foot Grazing Table sponsored by She Fancy Catering Co. during Happy Hour.
Key Value: A full day of inspiration, education, and connection with like-minded women leaders and professionals.
💎 VIP
Includes Everything in General Admission, PLUS:
VIP Insider Session: 45 minutes of personal introductions & networking with our speakers during lunch in a private area.
Reserved Front-Row Seating at every session happening on the main stage.
Curated VIP Swag Bag filled with products, discounts, and exclusive goodies from our brand partners.
Priority Access for registration, lunch, and happy hour, ensuring a smooth event experience.
Exclusive invite to the 2025 CNYWN Supper Club. More details to come!
VIP tickets are limited in availability and offered while supplies last.
Key Value: An elevated experience with exclusive access, premium perks, and additional opportunities to network in high-value settings.
Contact us via email at cnywomenssummit@gmail.com.
Refund policy: Tickets are non-refundable, however, we suggest you give your ticket to a friend if you can no longer make it. Just forward them the QR code you receive in your confirmation email, and they will be good for entry. ___________________________________________________
By registering for this event, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
Event Participation: Your registration confirms your participation in the event. Tickets are neither refundable or transferable.
Code of Conduct: All attendees are expected to behave in a professional and respectful manner. Disruptive or inappropriate behavior may result in removal from the event without a refund.
Liability Waiver: By attending the event, you assume all risks associated with participation, including but not limited to personal injury or loss of personal property. The event organizers are not liable for any damages or injuries incurred.
Media Release: The event will be photographed and/or recorded. By attending, you consent to the use of your image and likeness in promotional materials and publications.
Privacy Policy: Your personal information will be used solely for event-related purposes and will not be shared with third parties without your consent.
Health and Safety: Attendees must comply with all health and safety guidelines as stipulated by the event organizers and venue.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.