Women in Leadership Forum
Elevating Women. Fueling Community. Shaping the Future.
The Women in Leadership Forum is a heartfelt gathering of purpose-driven women who are shaping their communities, careers, and families with courage and care.
Hosted by Giving Children Hope, this annual event creates space to connect, grow, and inspire — with stories that linger long after the day ends.
This isn't just a luncheon. It’s where a young professional discovers mentors, a seasoned leader rediscovers purpose, and community changemakers unite to champion and learn from the next generation.
Why It Matters
Too often, women lead in isolation. The Forum exists to change that — to bring women together across generations and industries to celebrate what’s possible when we lift one another up.
”The biggest takeaways for me were . . .The stories from the panelists and the questions from the audience. I also enjoyed engaging with the high school girls at our table. I would like to see more of this.”
Speakers & Themes
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Details coming soon! Interested in serving as a speaker or referring a speaker for the event? Let us know! Contact us at events@gchope.org.
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Carmen Koo, Applied Air Conditioning
Elise Cortes, Vincor Construction
Stacey Bergman, Evergreen Alliance
Tanja Cebula, Providence St. Joseph Hospital Foundation
Christine O’Connell, Raymond West
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Mishal Montgomery, Montgomery Strategies
Sister Kit Gray, Center of Spiritual Development - Sisters of Saint Josephs
Veronica Alvarado, NEL Marketing
Betty Porto, Portos Bakery
Gwen Hennessey, PR and Crisis Management Consultant
The Journey to 2026
We’re already dreaming big for 2026 — and we want you there.
Whether you’re joining for the first time or returning with friends, the Women in Leadership Forum is where stories spark transformation and connections become catalysts for good.
Ready to step into the story?
Join us in building a legacy of bold, compassionate leadership in the next generation.
Save the Date: April 2026
Have questions or are interested in sponsorship opportunities?
We’d love to connect and explore the best partnership opportunity for you.
Contact:
Chelsea Bergfeld
Director of Advancement
Development@gchope.org
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Our deepest gratitude goes to the generous partners who made our first two forums possible (2024 & 2025). Your belief in the power of women-led change fuels this movement. Because of you, women were left inspired, organizations gained allies, and the Giving Children Hope mission grew stronger.
2024 & 2025 Sponsors
