You Were Made for More… Let’s Claim It
Women Who Lead is a 3-day immersive gathering designed for women who are ready to stop settling, start asking for what they want, and step fully into their next chapter; with confidence, certainty, and a clear course of action.
EVENT DATES
Oct 24 - 26, 2025
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You’ve been holding a lot. It’s time to hold space for yourself.
The world is loud. Uncertain. Unrelenting. And still, you show up.
You lead. You care. You advocate. You get things done.
But somewhere between the calendar reminders, the team meetings, the family responsibilities, and the nonstop pressure to keep it all together... you’ve started to wonder:
“When is it my turn?”
Women Who Lead is your answer to that question.
This isn’t about adding another thing to your already full plate. It’s about giving you the space to actually hear yourself again.
To remember what you want.
To believe you can go after it.
To map out a plan.
And move from dreaming to doing and to getting it done!
This isn’t just an event. It’s a turning point.
Here's what you'll walk away with:
Clarity on what you want next
No more second-guessing or staying stuck. You'll leave knowing exactly what matters most to you now across your life, work, relationships, and leadership, and what you’re ready to create next.
A real plan to get there
Walk away with a clear, customized strategy built on intention, not overwhelm. No fluff. Just smart, actionable steps to move you from vision to reality.
The confidence to ask for what you want
You’ll reclaim your voice and power so you can speak up, ask boldly, and actually believe you deserve the things you want.
Momentum to take action on hard things you’ve been avoiding
The things you’ve been avoiding? You'll have the courage, tools, and support to finally take them on and feel damn good doing it.
A renewed sense of power, purpose, and possibility
This isn’t just a reset. It’s a reawakening. You’ll reconnect with your why, feel recharged, and walk away with the energy and belief that more is absolutely possible.
And maybe most importantly?
You’ll finally feel like you’re not alone in this.
YOUR HOST
Julie Jakopic
By day, I help multi-talented women lead with clarity, compassion, and confidence without burning out or selling out. By night, I create art, lead political change, and make sure kids have access to quality early education. In between, I drink a lot of coffee and love a good Halloween costume.
I’ve led nonprofits and corporate teams, coached high-impact leaders, and spoken on TEDx stages and national networks.
But what lights me up most? Holding space for women like you to remember just how powerful you really are.
For more traditional details, see https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliejakopic/
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Listen To What A Few Attendees Had To Say
You don’t have to keep pushing through. You get to pause, reflect, and rise.
This is your reset.
Your space to regroup.
Your time to dream bigger, and actually do something about it!
Over 3 transformative days, you’ll experience...
Strategic Clarity
Design a clear, practical path forward with expert guidance that turns uncertainty into action.
Resilience Tools
Gain proven tools to overcome fear, bounce back faster, and lead with confidence.
Deep Reflection
Step into intentional quiet and 1:1 support to reconnect, refocus, and realign.
Empowered Celebration
Celebrate your wins, own your growth, and claim what’s next with bold intention.
You’ll leave different. More clear. More energized. More you.
This was a fabulous event; just what I needed to affirm and confirm a lot of the directions I’m going into in my life. It was a great start to the New Year in terms of giving me the energy that I needed to just move forward. I’m really glad that I made the investment and came out to support the event. I also met a host of wonderful women. So, I encourage you to attend.
Evelyn Bandoh
Senior Manager, Community Services and Development, ICF
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THE AGENDA
All times are Eastern Time zone.
Friday
2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Saturday
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Sunday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Friday | Dream Big Mindset | Settling Into The New | |
Saturday | Setting Clear Goals 10:00 am to 1:00 pm | Building Your Resilience 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Envisioning Your Success 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm |
Sunday | Stepping Forward 9:00 am to 12:00 pm |
This weekend is dedicated to you, focusing on your aspirations and determination. We will devote half of our time to crafting a practical strategy for reaching your objectives. The remaining time will be centered on enhancing our resilience, presence, and influence while also concentrating on your unique purpose.
I attended this event in the midst of considering a career transition. The experience of being with a motivated group of women experiencing their own career and life transitions inspired me not only to continue my transition journey but also to see new possibilities as my career took some unexpected turns. As a result of being open to these changes, I have a renewed sense of passion for my work and greater confidence in my ability to influence my work environment toward my ultimate career fulfillment.
Laurie MacNamara
Director of Strategic Partnerships, Technology Transformation Services (TTS), General Services Administration
The Venue
historic Alexandria waterfront
ALX Community
201 North Union St
Alexandria, VA
Recommended Hotels
Where should I stay if I am coming in person?
The closest hotel is right next door at The Hotel Indigo. Two other wonderful hotels nearby are The Alexandrian and The Archer Old Town.
My first retreat was so powerful that I returned yearly. In addition to providing me an opportunity to connect with new women leaders, I could reconnect with friends from previous retreats. More importantly, the retreat was a time for me to take a step back and ask myself important questions. Invariably, I returned to my life refreshed and ready to walk the new paths I had mapped out for myself.
I’m so grateful to have met and worked with Julie. I never imagined myself working with a coach or looking forward to a yearly women’s retreat, but now I cannot imagine missing my yearly refresh and relish having a strong, smart businesswoman in Julie to check in and work through questions, big and small.
Rosemarie Savino
Chief Operating Officer , Association for Enterprise Growth
This is for you if...
I see it as an annual retreat for me to focus on myself and no one else and hear about some of the amazing work other women are doing that I would just never think of. It's so inspiring. And every story, when someone gets up to speak, helps me internalize where I am in life and where I can move forward without giving up. I mean, it gives me hope that anything is possible.
Lynda Perez
Retired Division Director, US HHS Administration for Children and Families, Office of Community Services
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who is Women Who Lead for?
It's for women who want to stop struggling and juggling and have the impact, influence they want, and a life they love.
What are the dates for Women Who Lead?
Friday, Oct 24, 2025 through Sunday, Oct 26, 2025.
Where will Women Who Lead be held?
We will be at the historic Alexandria waterfront at:
ALX Community
201 North Union St
Alexandria, VA
Where should I stay if I am coming in person?
The closest hotel is right next door at The Hotel Indigo. Two other wonderful hotels nearby are The Alexandrian and The Archer Old Town.
Will sessions be recorded?
Sessions may be recorded but will NOT be replayed, so make a plan now to be there for the full event.
Let's make this the year you stop waiting.
This is your chance to stop white-knuckling your way through and start creating a life and career you’re truly proud of… on your terms.
Don’t wait for the world to slow down. It won’t.
But you can stop. You can choose this moment.
And you can choose yourself.
Chart Your Best Year Yet
You’ll leave Women Who Lead with more than inspiration. You’ll leave with:
A personal roadmap.
A supportive community.
A deeper belief in what’s possible for you.
And the tools to turn that belief into action.
Ready? Your next chapter starts here.
Attend In-Person
Embrace the full energy and excitement of the event. Network with peers, engage in live discussions and enjoy a truly immersive and interactive experience.
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This is actually the third time I've attended the conference. I really am walking away with a lot of clarity around what I want and a real plan to get there. I have something that has tangible milestones that I can check myself on to know whether or not I'm making progress. And for someone who is very driven and has that entrepreneurial spirit, having those milestones as ways to gauge progress and celebrate is really important. So, I'm really thankful to walk away with those this weekend.
NICOLE WIGFIELD
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