Momentum continues to build for the inaugural LeadHER Women’s Leadership Summit, as more than 200 women from across equipment finance and specialty finance prepare to gather in Philadelphia June 2 – 4, 2026, for three days of leadership development, meaningful connection and practical business insights.
Hosted by Monitor, LeadHER was designed to create a different kind of leadership experience — one that moves beyond traditional conference formats to foster authentic conversations, actionable learning and lasting professional relationships. The summit brings together women at every stage of leadership, from emerging leaders to C-suite executives, for interactive workshops, executive discussions, Mentor Circles, networking experiences and collaborative learning opportunities.
Attendees will explore topics including leadership influence, career growth, strategic decision-making, industry trends, workplace impact and personal leadership development through a business-first lens.
“From the very beginning, our vision for LeadHER was to create an experience that combines meaningful leadership development with genuine connection and practical business value,” Lisa Rafter, founder of LeadHER and publisher of Monitor, said. “The response has exceeded anything I could have imagined. We are welcoming more than 200 women from across the industry, and behind every attendee is an organization that has chosen to invest in her growth and future leadership. That commitment matters. The conversations, ideas and relationships built at LeadHER won’t just benefit the women in the room; they will strengthen the organizations they represent and help shape the future of our industry.”
A cornerstone of the event is the Mentor Circle program, which connects attendees in small-group communities led by experienced industry leaders, creating opportunities for deeper discussion, peer support and continued professional growth throughout the summit.
In addition to leadership-focused programming, attendees will participate in interactive workshops and facilitated discussions designed to provide practical strategies and insights that can be immediately applied within their organizations.
With less than two weeks left to register, now is the time to secure your seat and join more than 200 women from across the industry for three days of leadership growth, meaningful connections and practical business insights.
The LeadHER Women’s Leadership Summit will take place June 2 – 4, 2026, at the Sofitel Philadelphia.
For more information and registration details, visit https://www.monitordaily.com/monitor-womens-leadership-summit-2026.
