Women's Business Events in California
Last Updated: By TRUiC Team
Starting a business can be challenging, but you don’t have to go through it alone. There are a number of women in business conferences and events hosted each year, where you can connect with and learn from other business women near you. We researched and vetted 2020 entrepreneurial events in California and compiled our recommended list. Continue reading to discover the right one for you.
You can also read our guide to starting a business in California.
Disclaimer: Due to COVID-19, event information is subject to change.
Choose Your Month
2020 Events in Your Area
April
Women Sound Off Festival
About:
An exciting event highlighting women creatives and entrepreneurs.
Who it's right for:
WSO is a must-attend event for women who want to have discussions about entrepreneurship in a relaxed, friendly setting.
Date:
Friday, 03 April 2020 to Sunday, 05 April 2020
Contact Information:
June
WITI Annual Summit Career Fair
About:
This event gathers hiring managers across the San Francisco area who want to meet professional women from a variety of industries, including business, finance, IT, and engineering.
Who it's right for:
This event is great for business owners and entrepreneurs who want to expand their teams with qualified candidates.
Price:
Free
Date:
Wednesday, 24 June 2020
Location:
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
5 Embarcadero Center
San Francisco, CA 94111
Contact Information:
(800) 390-5561
July
Self Made Women Orange County
About:
The Self Made Woman event gives attendees unique ways to increase their productivity and find strength within themselves to push ahead.
Who it's right for:
This event is excellent for women who want to explore how to turn their passions into a reality.
Date:
Thursday, 09 July 2020
Location:
Staples Spotlight
2120 17th St
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Contact Information:
Government Contracting Workshop
About:
Hosted by the Small Business Administration (SBA), this workshop will introduce government contracting opportunities for women-owned businesses.
Who it's right for:
This workshop is ideal for female business owners who are interested in increasing revenue through opportunities offered through government contracts.
Price:
Free
Date:
Tuesday, 14 July 2020
Location:
Small Business Administration Fresno
801 R Street, Suite 102
Fresno, CA 93721
Contact Information:
The Women's Empowerment Expo
About:
This large expo features workshops and panel discussions that address all aspects of a woman’s life. There will also be motivational speakers and plenty of female-founded businesses.
Who it's right for:
Any woman who wants to focus on herself for the day and be inspired by the many remarkable women in the room.
Price:
$30-$65
Date:
Saturday, 18 July 2020
Location:
The Lazarus Experience
224 East 11th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90015
Contact Information:
September
5th Annual Women In Business Luncheon & Expo
About:
This luncheon brings together powerful entrepreneurs to celebrate and award the talent in LA.
Who it's right for:
This event is perfect for women who want to form better relationships with the many successful professionals in their city.
October
Women in Business Summit
About:
This event is designed to empower women through networking opportunities.
Who it's right for:
Any woman who wants to connect with successful professionals in the Sacramento area, while also expanding her social contacts.
Date:
Saturday, 10 October 2020
Location:
Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel
1230 J St
Sacramento, CA 95814
Contact Information:
(916) 226-5446
Sixth Annual Women in Entertainment Summit
About:
This summit is a full day of formal keynote speakers as well as more relaxed fireside chats. It gathers industry leaders together to talk about the innovations, challenges, and opportunities available in entertainment.
Who it's right for:
This event is good for women in this field who want to stay at the cutting edge of the industry, while meeting the influential women who are leading the way.
Date:
Thursday, 22 October 2020
Location:
Skirball Center
Skirball Center Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Contact Information:
