4th Annual Pine Belt Women Business Owner Summit
Thu. and Fri., Aug. 13-14, 2026
PRCC Woodall Center
906 Sullivan Dr., Hattiesburg
OUR MISSION & VISION
Our mission is to unite women business owners through connection, collaboration, and shared knowledge—empowering them to thrive personally and professionally.
We envision a thriving network of women entrepreneurs who uplift one another, drive economic growth, and create lasting legacies in their communities and beyond.
2026 THEME
Room to Breathe
Creating Space for What Matters Most
Real conversations.
Practical strategies.
Meaningful connections.
Women business owners are carrying more than ever.
The business. The finances. The marketing. The team. The family. The community. The responsibilities no one else sees.
The answer isn’t always doing more.
It’s creating the systems, strategies, support and profitability to grow your business while still having room for what matters most.
Join us for two days of real conversations, practical strategies, and meaningful connections so we can create more Room to Breathe.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
If any of the following apply, this Summit is for you!
- You own or co-own a business, or plan to start one.
- You are new to business seeking guidance.
- You are an experienced business owner looking to level up.
- You are part of a family business where you have or will have a significant role in running the business.
WHY ATTEND?
- Find more capacity and ways you can make more room in your business and life
- Get practical strategies you can immediately implement in your business and your life.
- Find motivation and accountability to keep you going.
- Find a safe place to share both struggles and successes with fellow women entrepreneurs.
- Be inspired with new ideas and solutions for your business.
- Get information and beneficial connections through our community partners.
- Enjoy delicious meals and treats prepared by fellow women business owners.
- Share your business card or promotional materials on our attendee resource table.
- Develop meaningful connections and relationships.
TICKET INFORMATION
One and Two-Day Summit Tickets Include:
Breakfast and lunch from local women-owned businesses
Keynotes, breakouts, and connection-building
Chances to win great door prizes
Opportunities to visit sponsor tables for information and fun swag
Complimentary ticket to Meet & Greet – Thursday, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Ticket Rates (early rate)
Two-Day Summit Ticket – $180 (best deal!)
One-Day Summit Ticket – $100
Meet & Greet-Only Ticket – $50
Register below. Payment options include credit/debit card, Cash App, Google Pay, Apple Pay, Square Pay, and After Pay (dividing payment into 4 interest-free installments).
Tickets are non-refundable but they are transferable.
SPONSOR THE SUMMIT!
Join us as a sponsor and help celebrate and empower our local women business owners! Email Jennifer@EmergeEvents.com for information.
THANKS TO OUR 2026 SUMMIT SPONSORS
SILVER SPONSORS
BRONZE SPONSORS
SUPPORTING SPONSORS
CONTACT
ABOUT US
This summit is presented by Jennifer Clark, the owner of Emerge Events, an event planning company based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Jennifer has been a business owner since 2009 and has had the opportunity to connect with fellow women business owners through her events, like the Pine Belt Women’s Expo, through the Women Business Owners of the Pine Belt organization, and through her involvement in events around the world. Owning a business can often feel like you are riding a roller coaster! Connecting with others who are on the same ride and with those who have resources and information to help keep us on track is essential.
EVENT PHOTOS
Thanks to Amanda Kyrie Productions for capturing the Summit in photos each year! Reach out to Amanda for your photography needs.
