Union County Announces2026 Women Mean Business Summit at Galloping Hill

The Union County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce the return of the 2026 Union County Women Mean Business Summit (UCWMB), taking place on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Galloping Hill Golf Course, located at 3 Golf Drive in Kenilworth.

"Union County is proud to continue investing in opportunities that support women at every stage of their professional journey," said Chairman Joseph C. Bodek. "The Women Mean Business Summit brings together leaders, innovators, and emerging professionals for a day focused on growth, connection, and practical tools that can be applied right away. It's an opportunity to learn, share experiences, and build the kind of networks that move careers and ideas forward."

Now in its 12^th year, the UCWMB Summit is a premier conference dedicated to empowering women through connection, learning, and inspiration. Attendees will enjoy breakfast and lunch, participate in four engaging breakout sessions, and hear from this year's keynote speaker, Margo Chaly, Acting Secretary of Higher Education for the State of New Jersey.

In her role, Acting Secretary Chaly leads statewide higher education strategy, advancing policies that expand access, affordability, and workforce opportunity. Previously, as Executive Director of the New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority, she oversaw the distribution of nearly $1.4 billion in financial aid and championed innovative initiatives, including the nation's first Pay It Forward program, reinforcing New Jersey's position as a national leader in student support and success.

Designed with today's professional woman in mind, the Summit features dynamic breakout sessions that allow attendees to tailor their experience based on their personal and professional goals. Session topics include authentic communication and the thoughtful use of AI in the workplace, strategies for managing reputation and leading with confidence, approaches to strengthening well-being and preventing burnout, and redefining leadership through resilience and mindset.

Participants will hear from an accomplished lineup of speakers, including Latisha Gaither, MBA, CPCC; Hope M. Field, M.S.; Angie Devanney, M.A.H.S.; and Christina Langdon, each bringing expertise in leadership development, communication, wellness, and high-performance growth.

The 2026 Union County Women Mean Business Summit is organized by the Union County Department of Economic Development through the Office on Women. This event is made possible through the generous support of sponsors JCT Solutions, Atlantic Health, United Airlines, Union County Savings Bank, L'Oréal, and KemperSports.

Throughout the day, attendees will also have opportunities for open networking, encouraging meaningful professional connections and collaboration.

Admission to the 2026 UCWMB Summit is $65 per person. Space is limited. To explore this year's breakout sessions, meet the speakers, and register, visit www.ucnj.org/ucwmb.

For more information, please contact Jennifer Erdos at the Union County Office on Women at (908) 527-4216 or via email.