About WISE Twin Cities Events

WISE Twin Cities is committed to being a leading resource for women in the business of sports and events by offering unique, timely and impactful events! Our events and programs bring a sense of community while providing opportunities for networking, education, professional development and mentorship. 

Annually, WISE Twin Cities hosts about 8-10 events featuring our core Signature Programs, industry relevant events, and social experiences. To learn more about upcoming events, visit the WISE Twin Cities Event Calendar for local chapter events, or visit National Events Calendar for events hosted by WISE National or other WISE Chapters. 

To register for WISE Member events, ensure you are logged into your Member Account when trying to register. 

For event inquiries, ideas or questions please contact WISE Twin Cities at info@wisetwincities.org.

SIGNATURE EVENTS & PROGRAMS

WOMEN OF INSPIRATION 

The Women of Inspiration Awards Luncheon recognizes female leaders in the business of sports and events who serve as role models and mentors for other women in the Twin Cities community. Learn more about Women of Inspiration here.

SPEED MENTORING ROUNDTABLES

This unique event helps more women take the first step on the path to mentorship by combining the access and insights of a masterclass with the ease of a speed networking event. Speed Mentoring Roundtables are designed to lower the barriers to entry for more women. It's an easy, accessible platform to participate in meaningful dialogue, connect with peers, and build professional relationships.

POWER PLAY PANEL

A WISE Twin Cities signature event held each year during the month of March in celebration of National Women’s History Month. Power Play is a program panel event featuring senior to executive level women from the same organization, or section of sports business, who represent different areas of discipline within the organization. This is the one time of the year where it is mandatory that all the panelists and moderator are women.

FINANCIAL FITNESS

The Financial Fitness workshop is designed as a blueprint to provide WISE members with resources and tools for better fiscal management and understanding of overall business operations. With a growing number of women owned small businesses, and the rising number of women who lead companies and are in various business leadership capacities, the Financial Fitness workshop addresses topics such as how to develop and manage budgets, understanding the valuation process as it applies to the health of an organization/department/business, salary negotiation and fee structure, and other related topics that are critical to career advancement.

WISE WITHIN MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

WISE Within is a up to 3-month program digital program that makes it easy for women to begin and build a one-on-one, goal focused mentoring relationship with an experienced professional in the industry. Learn more and enroll here.

2025 CALENDAR AT A GLANCE

**WISE Signature Program