THE VOICE OF INDUSTRY WEEKEND

Join women across industries for three days of connection, celebration, and growth.

May 29 to 31, 2026 · Caribe Royale Orlando

The Voice of Industry
Weekend

3 days 4 programs The women holding it all together

Three Days

The full schedule

The full weekend, mapped out. All sessions take place in the convention center in Tower 2. From the main lobby, exit to the pool and take the covered walkway.

The Voice of Industry

6 PM to 10 PM · Dinner Included · Hosted by Sophia DuJardot

6:00 to 6:30 PM

Arrival and Welcome Lounge

Check in and settle into the room.

6:30 to 6:45 PM

Opening from Your Host

Sophia DuJardot opens the evening.

6:45 to 7:00 PM

Keynote: Virginia W. Harris

The keynote that sets the emotional tone for the entire weekend.

7:00 to 8:00 PM

Buffet Dinner with Intentional Table Placement

Seating is curated so the women at your table are women you should actually meet.

8:00 to 8:30 PM

Voices from the Industry

Short talks from women about what they're building, what it's actually costing them and what they've learned along the way.

8:30 to 8:45 PM

Closing Keynote: Mimi Maynard

Mimi closes the formal program before the room transitions to networking.

8:45 to 10:00 PM

Structured Networking

Guided rotations and small group conversations designed for real exchange.

Bloom Sessions

9 AM to 4 PM

9:00 to 10:30 AM

She’s Possible Panel Conversation

Hosted by Sophia DuJardot and Mimi Maynard

A conversation dedicated to solving real challenges together.

10:30 to 10:40 AM

Break

10:40 AM to 12:10 PM

Pillar II: The Art of Living Your Values

Led by Ashley Poklar

A values alignment session that turns what you believe into how you actually decide and lead.

12:10 to 1:00 PM

Lunch (On Your Own)

One hour to step out and recharge.

1:00 to 2:30 PM

Pillar III: This Is the Moment You Were Born For

Led by Andrea De La Cerda

A purpose and transition session for women navigating change.

2:30 to 4:00 PM

Pillar IV: Your Voice Is a Strategy

Led by Sophia DuJardot

The voice and storytelling pillar.

The Female Voice Awards Gala

6 PM to 11 PM · Hosted by Mimi Maynard & Sophia DuJardot

6:00 to 7:00 PM

Cocktail Hour, Red Carpet, and Networking

Reception inside the ballroom. Signature cocktails, red carpet photography, and live music to welcome guests.

Harmonique performs Man! I Feel Like a Woman

Meriele performs Welcome to Paradise

7:00 to 7:15 PM

Opening from Your Hosts

Mimi Maynard and Sophia DuJardot welcome the room and frame the evening.

7:15 to 7:30 PM

Featured Speaker: Michael Scott

7:30 to 8:30 PM

Seated Dinner with Dessert

Dinner served. Program continues during the meal.

Erik V. Garbus performs Theme from New York, New York during dinner

8:30 to 9:10 PM

Awards: Act One

Nine honorees recognized.

9:10 to 9:15 PM

Musical Interlude

Meriele performs Fly

9:15 to 9:55 PM

Awards: Act Two

Ten honorees recognized.

9:55 to 10:00 PM

Closing the Awards Program

Erik V. Garbus performs Fly Me to the Moon

10:00 to 11:00 PM

Dance Floor and Farewell

Dance floor opens. Networking, celebration, and music continue.

Harmonique performs I Wanna Dance with Somebody

Meriele performs Radiate

She's Possible

8 AM to 12 PM · Brunch Included · Hosted by Sophia DuJardot & Mimi Maynard

8:00 to 8:20 AM

Doors Open with Coffee

Coffee and tea service. Soft start.

8:20 to 8:30 AM

Welcome from Your Hosts

Sophia DuJardot and Mimi Maynard open the morning.

8:30 to 9:00 AM

From Idea to Impact: Turning Your Voice Into Content People Want to Hear

By Sophia DuJardot

An introduction to modern content creation through audio and storytelling. How to turn life experience and expertise into meaningful content, choose a creative format that fits your personality and goals, and step into visibility, impact, and opportunity.

9:00 to 10:00 AM

Panel Conversation

Hosted by Sophia DuJardot and Mimi Maynard. Panelists:

The panel discusses real challenges. Audience asks questions throughout.

10:00 to 11:00 AM

Brunch Served

Brunch buffet opens. Conversation continues at the tables.

11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Closing Circle, Networking, and Farewell

Each woman names one thing she is taking home, then the room stays open for final conversations and goodbyes.

Come be in a room
where your voice matters

Three days. Four programs. The women who lead, build, and carry the most.

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