2026 WPO Entrepreneurial

Excellence Forum

May 7 - 8, 2026

ABOUT ENTREPRENEURIAL EXCELLENCE FORUM

WPO's signature annual event brings together hundreds of extraordinary women business leaders from around the world for two days of inspiration, collaboration, and growth.

Designed to give women entrepreneurs a transformative experience away from daily operations, the 2026 Forum will feature inspiring keynote speakers, interactive breakout sessions, peer-to-peer learning, and unmatched networking opportunities. Attendees will leave with actionable insights, renewed energy, and strategies to elevate their businesses.

The Forum will also celebrate the remarkable achievements of women-led enterprises, including the annual recognition of the 50 Fastest Growing Women-Owned/Led Companies, honoring the innovators driving business growth and industry transformation.

Join us for this unparalleled gathering of women entrepreneurs shaping the future of business. Click here to view the tentative agenda.

2026 FORUM REGISTRATION

To register for the Forum, please click here.

Please note that early bird pricing, as well as cancellations with a partial refund, end on March 27th, 2026.

2026 FORUM ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION

The Diplomat Beach Resort, 3555 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, Florida 33019

The rate is $339 + $35 resort fee per night. Click here to reserve your accommodation.

The booking deadline for WPO's group rate is April 3, 2026.

Please plan to arrive by Wednesday, May 6th and plan to depart on Saturday, May 9th.

Please note that a one-night deposit is required and will be refunded if canceled at least six weeks prior to arrival; cancellations after that time will incur a one-night charge.

2026 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Interested in becoming a sponsor of the 2026 WPO Entrepreneurial Excellence Forum? Please click here to express your interest.

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2026 MARY LEHMAN MACLACHLAN AWARD APPLICATION

This award is presented at the annual Entrepreneurial Excellence Forum and is named for the esteemed WPO advisory board member who provided the seed capital to fund the start of the organization.

Mary Lehman MacLachlan cared deeply about women in positions of leadership and business ownership and strongly believed women need to support other women in their communities.

In her memory, this award is given each year to one WPO member who embodies economic independence by running a financially sound business, providing financial benefits for staff, and supporting other businesswomen in the community.

Please click here to apply or nominate a WPO member.

2025 Forum Highlights

The 2025 WPO Entrepreneurial Excellence Forum (EEF) was held on May 7-9 at Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort in San Antonio, Texas. Featured Keynote speakers included Cassandra Worthy, Dan Heath, and Misty Copeland.