7th Annual Women in Business & Law (WIBL) Conference
The 7th Annual Women in Business & Law (WIBL) Conference is a premier event dedicated to empowering and connecting women in the legal and business sectors. Organized by the Corporate Counsel Business Journal (CCBJ), this conference provides a platform for professionals to engage in insightful discussions, share experiences, and foster meaningful connections. The event is scheduled for February 25, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time at The DoubleTree by Hilton Stamford in Stamford, Connecticut. Attendees are encouraged to dress in business or business casual attire.
The conference features a diverse range of sessions and discussions tailored to address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by women in the legal and business fields. Keynote presentations include "Visibility, Voice & Influence," focusing on strategies for women to build platforms and leverage visibility for meaningful outcomes. Other sessions cover topics such as the evolution of legal leadership in "From GC to Strategic Operator," financial fluency and risk-aware judgment in "Capital, Metrics & Market Signals," and the journey to effective board service in "Boardroom Ready: Getting There & Delivering Value." Additional discussions explore themes like professional ethics, personal reinvention, and leadership integrity.
Attendees will have opportunities to network with peers, engage with industry leaders, and participate in a cocktail reception celebrating the "50 Women to Watch" class of 2025. The event also offers a room block at The DoubleTree with rates starting at $169 per night for a king non-smoking room. For those interested in attending, registration details are available on the CCBJ website.
This conference is ideal for in-house counsel, law firm professionals, and legal support staff seeking to enhance their leadership skills, expand their professional networks, and gain insights into the evolving landscape of business and law. Participants will benefit from exposure to a diverse group of accomplished women leaders and gain practical knowledge to navigate and succeed in their careers.
Speakers(15)
Agnieszka Rafalska
Head of North America Legal M&A at EQT Group, New York
Angela Ni
Managing Director, Risk Management & Corporate Counsel at Parabellum Capital
Arlene Fickler
Board Member of CERL, Counsel at Dilworth Paxson
Bethania Diaz
Legal Manager at Karisma Hotels & Resorts
Divya Sridhar, PhD
Vice President, Global Data Privacy & Operations at BBB National Programs
Erin Harrison
Chief Client Officer & Founding Partner at Limelight
Gina Rubel
CEO & General Counsel at Furia Rubel Communications
Jamila Diggs
Assistant General Counsel, Head of Litigation at EXLService Holdings
Judge Elizabeth Emerson (Ret.)
Kim Drake-Loy
General Counsel at PowerGrid Services
LaTanya Langley
Chief People Officer, Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary at Edgewell
Leander Dolphin
Managing Partner at Shipman & Goodwin LLP
Michelle Dunham
VP, Legal Affairs/General Counsel at Four Winds Casino
Silvia Fernandes
Vice President and General Counsel at ARCTRUST
Tara McCarthy
General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer at Nitorum Capital, L.P.
Event Details
- Date
- February 25, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Stamford, United States
- The DoubleTree by Hilton Stamford
- Pricing
- From $169 per night
- Audience
- In-house counsel, law firm professionals, legal support staff
- CLE Credits
- CLE accreditation pending
- Attendees
- Not specified