8:30 – 9:00 am
Registration and BreakfastAttendees will check in at the Registration table, located outside of Education Building, Room 212.
Have Questions?
When is the conference?
October 28, 2026.
How long is the conference?
8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (exact times subject to change)
Where is the conference?
The summit is held at The College of New Jersey, 2000 Pennington Rd., Ewing, NJ in the Education Building, Room 212. Directions to TCNJ
How much is a ticket and what does it include?
In-person tickets are $125. TCNJ faculty, staff, and alumni tickets are $100. A discounted table of eight is available for $800.
Tickets include: keynote address, choice of one, out of two, breakout sessions, breakfast, lunch, autographed keynote book, and networking activities.
What should I wear?
Attendees generally wear business casual attire.
Who is speaking at the Summit?
The 2026 speakers page is updated as speakers are confirmed.
How can I register?
Keep checking back for tickets to go on sale.
How do I become a sponsor?
Contact Stephanie Horner at horners@tcnj.edu or 609.771.3050.
What is your refund policy?
We do not offer refunds on ticket purchases at this time.
What if I have dietary restrictions/special dietary needs?
Contact Stephanie Horner at horners@tcnj.edu or 609.771.3050.
9:00 – 9:15 am
Welcome Remarks9:15 – 10:15 am
Keynote PresentationRESCRIPTing Our Stories for Success, Balance, & Joy
As women, we are constantly navigating multiple roles, responsibilities, and expectations, often while carrying an internal narrative that tells us we must do more, be more, and give more to everyone else before ourselves. To achieve our dreams while living our careers and lives with greater balance and joy, we must RESCRIPT the stories we tell ourselves.
In this engaging and empowering keynote, life and career coach Dr. Colleen Georges, creator of the RESCRIPT Framework, will share research-based mindset practices that help women quiet their inner critic, strengthen their inner advocate, and author a life aligned with their values, strengths, and aspirations.
Drawing from her work in positive psychology, counseling, and women’s leadership development, Dr. Colleen will guide participants through practical strategies to:
• Reframe limiting self-talk and develop a more compassionate, empowering inner voice.
• Balance the “have-to-dos” of life with the passions and goals that bring meaning and joy.
• Reconnect with personal strengths, purpose, and priorities.
• Set healthy boundaries and confidently value their voice and contributions.
• Take realistic, energizing steps toward the life and career they truly want.
Blending storytelling, research, and practical tools, this keynote invites women to step back from comparison, perfectionism, and burnout, and embrace a more intentional, empowered way of living and leading.
Participants will leave inspired to rewrite the narratives that hold them back and begin authoring a new chapter defined by confidence, balance, and possibility.
10:15 – 10:30 am
Networking BingoFresh off the inspiration of our keynote address, we’re keeping the momentum going with a high-energy “Networking Bingo” challenge! This isn’t your grandmother’s bingo—it’s a fast-paced mission to find fellow attendees who embody the diverse pillars of The Whole Woman.
You’ll have 15 minutes to circulate the room, strike up quick conversations, and find peers who match the traits on your card. It’s the ultimate icebreaker designed to help you turn a room full of strangers into a powerful support system before we head into our breakout sessions.
10:30 – 10:45 am
Morning Break/Move to Breakout Rooms10:45 – 11:30 am
Breakout Sessions (Select One)10:45 – 11:30 am
Concurrent Student Session11:30 - 11:45 am
Break/Transition Back to ED212Transition back to Education Room 212 for Lunch and Table Topics.
11:45– 12:45 pm
Lunch & Table TopicsNourishment for the body—and the mind. During our lunch hour, we’re trading “small talk” for “big ideas.” Look to the screens for our curated Conversation Menu—a collection of fun, insightful, and inspiring prompts designed to help you bypass the “What do you do?” and get straight to the stories that matter.
Whether you want a “light appetizer” of fun facts or a “main course” of deep wisdom, these optional prompts are there to help you build rapport and find common ground with the incredible women at your table. Eat, connect, and enjoy the company of your new community!
12:15- 12:45 pm
Keynote Book SigningWe have a very special opportunity starting mid-way through lunch. From 12:15 PM to 12:45 PM, our Keynote Speaker will be just outside the main room for a book signing.
12:45- 1:45 pm
Workshop1:45- 2:00 pm
Afternoon BreakBreak while staff set up for afternoon networking activity.
2:00 - 2:45 pm
Networking Activity – Industry ClustersNetworking is more than just exchanging business cards—it’s about finding your tribe. During this dedicated 45-minute session, we’re breaking down the walls between sectors to help you build high-impact connections within your own field.
Whether you are a corporate leader, entrepreneur, creative or in the public sector, you’ll find a dedicated “cluster” of peers waiting for you. This isn’t your standard “small talk” hour; it’s a focused opportunity to share industry-specific insights, discuss trends, and find potential collaborators who speak your professional language.
What to expect:
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Dedicated Industry Zones: Look for your sector’s sign and dive right in.
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Conversation Kickstarters: Optional prompt cards are available at every station to help skip the small talk and get to the “big ideas.”
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45 Minutes of Focus: Plenty of time to make 3–4 meaningful, high-value connections.
2:45 - 2:50 pm
Graffiti Wall2:50 – 3:00 pm
Closing Remarks & Thank You
(Schedule subject to change. Please check back for updates.)
