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WELD E-Chapters WELD is excited to provide membership benefits to those who reside outside of our physical chapter locations.

Women for Economic and Leadership Development (WELD) develops and advances women's leadership to strengthen the economic prosperity of the communities it serves. These chapters host virtual events with an option to host in-person events. To become a classic chapter and obtain the benefits of classic chapters, regions must first launch an e-chapter. To find out more about e-chapters click here or to get involved, please contact us at [email protected].

01/10/2026

WELD Tell It Like It Is Thursday® | January 2026
Leadership has evolved—and so must we.

The WELD National kicks off 2026 with a bold new Tell It Like It Is Thursday® series:
The Evolution of Leadership & Mentorship: Leading in the 21st Century Post-COVID Era.
This January session launches a year-long experience designed for women navigating leadership in a post-COVID, AI-accelerated world—where adaptability, connection, and intentional mentorship are essential.

Featured Speakers
-Tyler Skinner, CEO & Founder, Connected Communities and Women Making Waves
-Kate Visconti, Founder & CEO, Five to Flow

Together, they will introduce the refreshed TILIIT experience—focused on active participation, meaningful connection, and accountability—and outline how this series will evolve month-by-month to help you strengthen your leadership skills and build real mentorship relationships.

What You’ll Gain
• Understand today’s leadership landscape
• Reframe networking as intentional relationship curation
• Learn how to navigate the 2026 TILIIT experience
• Commit to growth through active participation

Event Details
Thursday, January 22, 2026
12:00–1:00 PM EST | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM CST

Virtual | Zoom (link sent prior to event)
Registration closes January 19, 2026.

Register here:
https://www.weldusa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2027420&group=

01/02/2026

Embracing the AI Revolution: Jump In! | February 2026 WELD E-Chapter Webinar

Join WELD as we kick off the 2026 E-Chapter Leadership Series with Michelle Shaver, Senior Vice President of Encova Small Business at Encova Insurance.

In this timely and engaging webinar, Michelle will explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, driving innovation, and creating new opportunities for growth. From practical examples to real-world challenges, this session is designed to help leaders at every level better understand AI—and confidently jump in.

🗓 Wednesday, February 4, 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM EST | 9:00–10:00 AM PST

💻 Virtual | WELD E-Chapter
💲 Registration:
• Member: $25
• Non-Member: $50
• Free for WELD E-Chapter Members

🔗 Sign up here: https://www.weldusa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2020344&group=
Advance your leadership skills and start 2026 informed, inspired, and ready for what’s next.

12/22/2025

Congress Faces a Jan. 30 Deadline - Take Action for Kids Today

Congress has until January 30 to pass a full-year spending bill—and the future of child care and early learning hangs in the balance. Send a message to your Members of Congress today and urge them to pass the Senate FY26 Labor–H bill to protect and strengthen these critical programs.

Link: https://secure.everyaction.com/eJsB40cUh0SSUouqUCHPzw2

12/18/2025

Strong communities are built through collaboration. We’re sharing the YMCA’s Housing Needs List, which outlines immediate needs like winter coats for those facing housing insecurity. Your support helps ensure dignity, warmth, and stability for our neighbors.

VISIT LINK BELOW!
https://ywcacolumbus.mindfulgiving.org/campaigns/housing-needs/products

12/16/2025

Call for Speakers | Now Accepting Submissions
Do you have insights, lived experience, or expertise that can help women grow as leaders, professionals, and changemakers? WELD is seeking dynamic speakers who are ready to educate, inspire, and lead meaningful conversations within our community.

We welcome voices across industries and career stages who are passionate about topics such as leadership development, career advancement, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, personal growth, and workplace equity.

If you’re interested in sharing your knowledge and contributing to the growth of professional women in Central Ohio, we encourage you to apply.

Apply to be a speaker and help shape impactful programming for our WELD community.

LINK IN BIO!
https://www.weldusa.org/page/speakforweld

12/03/2025

Thank you to our Signature Event Sponsors for partnering with WELD to create spaces where women’s voices are amplified, celebrated, and equipped to lead with purpose. Your dedication helps us deliver mission-driven programs that empower women at every stage of their leadership journey.

12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday, your support helps WELD continue delivering programs that strengthen our community. From leadership development workshops to relationship-building networks and statewide events, WELD creates pathways for women to advance and lead with impact.

When women rise, communities rise with them.
Give today at weldusa.org.

11/30/2025

A heartfelt thank you to our Specialty Sponsors whose targeted support enhances the impact of our initiatives. Your partnership helps us bring meaningful experiences to life and ensures women have the resources they need to grow, connect, and lead.

11/29/2025

Start the new year with intention and step into 2026 with the skills, confidence, and community you need to lead.

The WELD Pathway to Management Program is a six-part virtual leadership experience designed to help women break through the “broken rung” and move boldly into management roles. Through expert instruction, case-based learning, and a cohort of committed peers, participants strengthen key competencies across emotional intelligence, communication, teaming, inclusion, executive functioning, and social responsibility.

If you’re ready to grow your leadership capacity, deepen your self-awareness, and position yourself for your next promotion, this program is built for you.

Registration is now open.
https://www.weldusa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2009815&group=

11/28/2025

As we close out an incredible year of impact, connection, and leadership, we invite our members to join us for WELD’s final meeting of 2025 — our Annual Meeting & Celebration of Successes.

This gathering is a moment to honor everything we accomplished together and to carry our momentum into the year ahead. During the meeting, we will conduct official WELD business — including voting on the 2026 board slate, reviewing by-laws revisions, and sharing our annual report.

This is your opportunity as a WELD regular member to lend your voice, stay informed on key strategic initiatives, and be recognized for the many ways you strengthened our mission this year.

Wednesday, December 10, 2025
5:30–6:30 PM EST
Free for WELD Members
Virtual for all chapters | In-person option for Columbus

Whether you engaged with our programs, volunteered your time, supported signature events, or championed our mission in your community — we are grateful.

Join us as we celebrate 2025 and look ahead to another year of empowering women to lead with confidence and purpose. (LINK IN BIO)

https://www.weldusa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2010829&group=

11/26/2025

This Giving Tuesday, join us in investing in women who lead with purpose, courage, and vision. Your gift fuels WELD’s mission to create supportive spaces, educational programs, and opportunities that ensure women are positioned to lead—and succeed.

Give today at https://www.weldusa.org

11/25/2025

The Women WELDing the Way® Calendar Project and Reception would not have been possible without the exceptional leadership and dedication of our volunteer committee.

We extend our deepest gratitude to our co-chairs, Jaime Truslow, Senior Director of Information Services at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, and Vicki Frost, Corporate Strategy & Planning Director at Vertiv, for guiding this project with vision and purpose.
We also thank Alexa Acosta, Events & Logistics Manager at Event Marketing Strategies, whose talent and commitment helped bring this year’s celebration to life. We are excited to share that Alexa will join Vicki as co-chair for next year’s calendar project as Jaime concludes an extraordinary three-year term of service.

Thank you to each leader who invested their time, energy, and expertise to elevate women and strengthen our community. Your dedication continues to move WELD’s mission forward.

VOLUNTEER BELOW
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ColVolInt

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