The 4th Annual Actualize Women’s Leadership Conference

This year’s lineup is stronger than ever.

Actualize is a full-day program for women in all levels of business. Actualize is designed to give you the information you need to positively impact your career. 

• Expect powerful speakers.
• Meaningful networking.
• Real takeaways.

Learn more about Actualize Women’s Leadership Conference >

NOW OFFERING CE'S:

IHRA - Iredell Human Resources Association, SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDC),HRCI Recertification Credit Hours - HRCI Specified Credit:  3.75 General.

This all-day program is for all women in all levels of business, whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, manager, nonprofit leader, employee or emerging professional — Actualize is designed to give you the tools and techniques to impact your career.

We're excited about our speaker line-up:

• Brenda Viola – Keynote: How to Be Heard Without Screaming
• Master the art of speaking with authority and confidence so your voice truly resonates in every room.
• Dr. Tara Youngblood – Breaking Through: Grit and Grace of a Serial Entrepreneur
• Get inspired by a visionary entrepreneur and learn how to turn bold ideas into lasting success.
• Nicole Greer – Vibrant Leadership Presence™: How You Show Up Changes Everything
• Discover how your energy and presence shape influence and leadership impact every day.
• Kristy Kuhl – Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Spot the Signals and Rise
• Break free from self-doubt and step confidently into new opportunities and leadership roles.
• Michelle Cabell – From Overextended to Impactful: How Leaders Shift Their Thinking
• Shift from doing it all to leading strategically — increase impact without burning out.
• Nancy Beard - Real Talk for Non-Profit Professionals About Juggling Responsibilities in a Changing World
• Why we are working in the sector, is it meaningful work that fills you up or are you exhausted at the end of the day?
• Dr. Boen Nutting - Andrea Sherril - From Burnout to Boundaries: Protecting Your Mental Health While Leading
• Join Be Well Iredell as we work to add tools to your toolbox as it relates to our mental health and well-being.
• Brenda Viola – Breakout: Dealing with Difficult People
• Learn practical strategies to navigate conflict, handle resistance, and lead with confidence.

Learn more about Actualize Women’s Leadership Conference >

Register early — this event fills every year.

March 20, 2026 
Registration: 8:30AM  Program: 9:00AM to 4:00PM 

Location: Statesville Event Center, 300 S Center St, Statesville

Ticket prices - register below:

• Members - $100 
• Non-members - $125
• Table of 8 - $750

IHRA - Iredell Human Resources Association, SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDC), HRCI Recertification Credit Hours - HRCI Specified Credit: 3.75 General.

For more details visit our Featured Event Page for Actualize >

Check out her video "2026 Women's Leadership Symposium - Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce"

Would you like to sponsor this event?
Call 704-873-2892

Questions?
Contact BPackman@StatesvilleChamber.org