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WELD’s vision is to be the national model for implementing strategies to advance women to higher levels of leadership and economic strength.

10/14/2026

Our CEO, Barb Smoot, has been at the heart of WELD’s growth and national impact for over 16 years. Today, we celebrate her extraordinary leadership as she prepares to transition from her role as president and CEO of WELD, effective March 5, 2027. As WELD’s first president and CEO, Barb led transformation of the organization from a local nonprofit into a nationally recognized organization advancing women in business and leadership. Her leadership strengthened WELD’s strategy, governance, financial sustainability, programs, partnerships and culture, creating a foundation that will serve the organization for decades to come. We celebrate Barb and look forward to what comes next for both her and WELD. The best is yet to come.

06/15/2026

WELD Cleveland is officially launching — and we’re going live and in-person!

Join us for the 2026 WELD Cleveland Launch Event: Master the Boardroom Transition: Your Strategic Roadmap — an empowering session designed to help leaders at every stage navigate their journey toward corporate board leadership.

Whether you are building your foundation for future opportunities or preparing to secure your first corporate board seat, this discussion will provide actionable strategies to help you elevate your influence and impact.

Featuring an esteemed panel of leaders with moderator Danita Harris, 3News Anchor, WKYC.

Thursday, September 10, 2026
Corporate College | Cleveland, OH
Networking begins at 4:00 PM

Be part of this milestone moment as WELD expands its mission of developing and advancing women’s leadership.

Register today and join us in Cleveland!
https://www.weldusa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2064609&group=

01/27/2026

Leadership development that meets you where you are.

The WELD Pathway to Management Program (WPMP) offers a virtual cohort option for professionals ready to step into management—providing high-impact leadership development without the need for travel or time away from work.

Designed for WELD members and corporate members, this six-part program addresses the “broken rung” in leadership advancement and builds confidence and capability across six core areas:

• Emotional Intelligence
• Inclusion & Belonging
• Communication
• Teaming
• Executive-Level Functioning
• Social Responsibility

📅 February–March 2026
💻 Virtual cohort available
🗓 Registration open through February 13, 2026 https://www.weldusa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2009815&group=

Led by expert instructors and built around interactive learning, real-world case studies, and cohort connection, WPMP delivers the same depth, rigor, and relationship-building as WELD’s in-person experiences—now with the flexibility of a virtual format.

Two cohorts will be offered in 2026. Choose the format that works for you and take the next step toward leadership.

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.

11/28/2025

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=

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