WALTER Events | WINnovation 2026

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 | The Umstead Hotel & Spa

The WALTER team is thrilled to return to The Umstead Hotel & Spa for our annual WINnovation summit, celebrating women in innovation, leadership, diversity and the entrepreneurial spirit.

For a sample of what you’ll find at WINnovation, watch this video.

Early bird tickets $125 + fees until June 30 | Regular tickets $150 + fees
Tables available for $1,750 + fees

THE 2026 SPEAKERS ARE…

Purchase your WINnovation 2026 tickets here!

Schedule of Events

4:30 p.m. | Startup Workshops
Flex your strategic thinking and learn new tools for career growth.

5:30 p.m. | Cocktails & Networking
Meet and mingle with fellow innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders

6:30 p.m. | Dinner & Program
Enjoy a delicious three-course meal with wine pairings as you listen to our WINnovation speakers + a fireside chat with Bank of America.

8:00 p.m. | Q&A with Speakers
Guests have an opportunity to ask their own questions of all four panelists.