Description

Intentional Collisions is a signature Women Connect experience designed to create access to insight, perspective and inspiration through purpose-driven connection.  

This high-impact event brings together women of influence from across the region with professionals seeking guidance, clarity and fresh perspective in a welcoming, inclusive environment that removes barriers and encourages authentic conversation. 

Through a structured yet relaxed format, participants intentionally engage with multiple women leaders, asking real questions about career paths, leadership decisions, challenges and growth. Conversation-guiding resources and on-site support from Women Connect committee members ensure each interaction is meaningful, focused and valuable. 

Rooted in the Women Connect mission, Intentional Collisions creates moments of learning, confidence and connection that extend beyond the event itself, leaving participants with insight and inspiration they can carry forward in their personal and professional journeys. 

How it works 

1. Set your intention 

Ahead of the event, reflect on what you want to explore. Are you seeking perspective on career direction, leadership growth, navigating a transition or learning from women who have been in similar roles or moments as you? 

2. Choose your conversations 

Prior to the event, you’ll receive a digital booklet featuring the women of influence participating in Intentional Collisions, along with background information and areas of insight. 

The experience is most valuable when conversations are chosen intentionally. Review the booklet in advance, print the handout (we’ll let you know when it’s available), and mark the women you’d like to connect with based on experience, background and perspective. 

3. Rotate and expand your network 

Throughout the event, you’ll engage in multiple focused conversations, allowing you to learn from a range of leaders and expand your network beyond your usual circles. Each collision lasts 8 minutes, giving you time to connect with up to 8 women during the experience.

4. Leave with insight and connection 

You’ll walk away with new perspectives, practical advice and authentic connections. While this is a one-time, intentional connection experience—not a long-term mentor match—the conversations are designed to spark clarity, confidence and inspiration that can influence what comes next in your journey. 

What to expect 

A thoughtfully designed space that removes common networking barriers and encourages authentic, confidence-building conversation from the moment you arrive. 

Focused, high-energy discussions that provide access to leadership insight, lived experience and real-world perspective. 

Pre-event resources and conversation tools designed to help you clarify your goals, select conversations intentionally and make the most of your time on site. 

A clear, well-paced format with dedicated support from Women Connect committee members throughout the event to help answer questions, keep things moving and ensure a positive experience. 

Opportunities to connect with women outside your usual circles, leaving with fresh insight, practical takeaways and authentic connections that extend beyond the room.