The Room Where
Responsible AI Leadership
Gets Built.
The AI Vanguard: Women Leading the Next Tech Revolution
Women Leading AI™ Summit 2026 is a one-day executive leadership gathering for women who are not just watching the AI era unfold. They are shaping it with intention, strategy, and governance.
AI Without Chaos™ · Leadership before automation. Governance before acceleration. Human-first implementation before rapid scaling.
Join the Room Where Leadership,
Innovation, and Influence Meet.
September 26, 2026 · Nashville, Tennessee · 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
This Is Not a Conference.
This Is the AI Vanguard.
AI is not a tool problem. It is a leadership problem.
The organizations and women who will define the next decade are not the ones who moved fastest. They are the ones who moved with clarity , with governance frameworks that protected their teams, implementation strategies that created real results, and the visibility to lead from the front.
Women Leading AI™ Summit 2026 is designed for that leader. For you.
Responsible Leadership
Governance-conscious conversations about leading AI implementation with intention and accountability.
Practical Insight
Frameworks and real-world examples from women doing the work , not just talking about it.
Executive Community
A curated room of founders, executives, consultants, educators, and strategists. The caliber of who is in that room matters.
Strategic Visibility
VIP attendees receive a Media Spotlight interview and edited social content , positioning them as credible AI leaders.
Every Woman Ready to Lead
the AI Era with Intention
We are building a leadership room for women at every point on the AI journey , from those leading enterprise AI strategy to those just beginning to ask what this era means for them. If you are ready to engage the AI era with intention, you have a seat here.
AI & Tech Leaders
Women navigating AI implementation at scale with real organizational stakes and governance responsibilities.
Founders & Entrepreneurs
Building governance-conscious, AI-driven organizations with intentionality and strategic clarity.
Executives & Strategists
Shaping organizational AI readiness and leading adoption with accountability and institutional authority.
Educators & Consultants
Developing AI-competent leaders and equipping organizations to implement responsibly and sustainably.
Ethical AI Advocates
Bringing human-centered, governance-conscious frameworks to institutions and industries that need them most.
Emerging Leaders
Building executive visibility and authority in the AI conversation , strategically and with intention.
Women Curious About AI
You have been watching the AI conversation from the outside , wondering what it means for you, your work, and your future. You are not behind. You are exactly who this room was built for.
Whether you are wondering what AI even is, have been playing around with it for a while, or are leading AI strategy at the organizational level , you are invited into this room. The summit meets you where you are and moves you forward. No expertise required. Intention required.
What to Expect
Featured Speaker Sessions
Governance-conscious, leadership-centered talks from women shaping the future of responsible AI.
Leadership Panel
A curated, multi-perspective conversation on AI leadership, governance, and what comes next.
Curated Networking
Purposeful connection throughout the day with a room designed for depth , not just traffic.
A Day Designed for Forward Motion
Doors Open & Registration
Arrive, connect, and settle in. Priority check-in for VIP attendees. The room opens with intention.
Co-Founder Welcome & Summit Launch
Your hosts Lisa Hooks and Dr. Taffiney Williams open the day , setting the vision, the standard, and the energy for everything that follows.
Featured Speaker Sessions
Governance-conscious, leadership-centered sessions from women at the forefront of responsible AI implementation.
Leadership Panel
A curated, multi-perspective conversation on AI leadership, governance frameworks, and the future of the industry.
Featured Speaker Sessions (Continued)
Additional featured sessions bringing more governance-conscious, leadership-centered insight from women shaping the future of responsible AI implementation.
Curated Networking & Vendor Floor
Meaningful connection designed for depth , with peers, partners, and the broader Women Leading AI™ ecosystem.
Closing & Send-Off
A co-founder-led close that sends every attendee out with clarity, governance tools, and momentum to lead what comes next.
Secure Your Place in the Room
Individual registration only. Every seat is yours , protected, personalized, and positioned for the experience you choose. Early Bird pricing ends July 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
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There Is More Than One Way
to Be in This Room
Whether you want to be on the stage, behind a brand partnership, on the vendor floor, or all of the above , each path has its own dedicated page with everything you need.
Apply to Speak
This stage is reserved for leadership that moves the conversation forward. Governance-conscious, human-centered, and strategically aligned with the AI Without Chaos™ philosophy.
Submit ApplicationBecome a Sponsor
Place your brand in deliberate proximity to women leading the AI era with governance, strategy, and executive authority. Curated for strategic fit , not first-come-first-served.
Submit Sponsor InquiryParticipate as a Vendor
A curated vendor floor designed for meaningful engagement , not mass traffic. If your offering belongs in front of this decision-making leadership audience, your inquiry belongs here.
Submit Vendor InquiryCo-Founders & Hosts
Lisa Hooks is the CEO of Purpose-Born Coaching and co-founder of Women Leading AI, a leadership platform elevating women shaping the future of artificial intelligence. As a Certified AI Consultant, coach, speaker, and strategist, she helps women and organizations navigate growth, leadership, and innovation with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Known for her ability to blend personal transformation with future-focused strategy, Lisa empowers others to break through inner barriers, embrace aligned leadership, and step boldly into their next season.
Dr. Taffiney Williams is the CEO of YES AI Consulting and co-founder of Women Leading AI, a global leadership platform elevating women shaping the future of artificial intelligence. A Certified AI Consultant, AI compliance and governance architect, risk prevention advisor, and author of AI Without Chaos, she is known for helping organizations adopt AI with greater clarity, accountability, and strategic confidence. A Stevie Award winner and recipient of two FinTech awards, Dr. Williams brings a powerful blend of innovation, governance, and leadership to every stage, boardroom, and business she serves.
Frequently Asked Questions
The AI Vanguard Is Being Assembled.
Your Seat Is Waiting.
September 26, 2026. Nashville, Tennessee. One curated day that repositions how you lead in the AI era , with governance, with strategy, and with the women who are building what's next.
There Is More Than One Way
to Be in This Room
Whether you want to be on the stage, behind a brand partnership, on the vendor floor, or all of the above — each path has its own dedicated page with everything you need.
Apply to Speak
This stage is reserved for leadership that moves the conversation forward. Governance-conscious, human-centered, and strategically aligned with the AI Without Chaos™ philosophy.
Submit ApplicationBecome a Sponsor
Place your brand in deliberate proximity to women leading the AI era with governance, strategy, and executive authority. Curated for strategic fit — not first-come-first-served.
Submit Sponsor InquiryParticipate as a Vendor
A curated vendor floor designed for meaningful engagement — not mass traffic. If your offering belongs in front of this decision-making leadership audience, your inquiry belongs here.
Submit Vendor InquiryCo-Founders & Hosts
Lisa Hooks is the CEO of Purpose-Born Coaching and co-founder of Women Leading AI, a leadership platform elevating women shaping the future of artificial intelligence. As a Certified AI Consultant, coach, speaker, and strategist, she helps women and organizations navigate growth, leadership, and innovation with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Dr. Taffiney Williams is the CEO of YES AI Consulting and co-founder of Women Leading AI, a global leadership platform elevating women shaping the future of artificial intelligence. A Certified AI Consultant, AI compliance and governance architect, risk prevention advisor, and author of AI Without Chaos, she is known for helping organizations adopt AI with greater clarity, accountability, and strategic confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
The AI Vanguard Is Being Assembled.
Your Seat Is Waiting.
September 26, 2026. Nashville, Tennessee. One curated day that repositions how you lead in the AI era — with governance, with strategy, and with the women who are building what’s next.