Women’s Venture Summit brings founders and investors together to expand access to capital for women-led startups.
Now in its 13th year, WVS has helped facilitate more than $200 million in fundraising while equipping attendees with the connections, tools, and momentum to power the future of female entrepreneurship.
Join them Monday, November 2 to Thursday, November 5 at Cooley, 10265 Science Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92121.
The specific daily hours for this event will be announced soon.
WVS 2026 is a jam-packed 3+ day event to write your first check, meet with investors, and connect with fearless, mission-driven women. Whether you're a founder, investor, or ecosystem builder—this is your year to Rise & Fund.
What's Included with General Admission tickets:
Access to all general WVS programming across 3+ days
Founder and Investor speed meetings
40+ breakout sessions and workshops led by leading experts
4 dynamic keynotes, a fireside chat, and live pitch competition, and due diligence experience
Daily beverages, breakfast, lunch, and snacks
Entry to the WVS Closing Party
Gift bag with curated partner products
Endless networking with bold women (and supportive men!)
NEW: Collaborative SDSW x WVS Roundtable Afternoon
What's Included with VIP tickets:
Includes everything in GA, plus:
VIP Kickoff Party Invite (Monday evening): Connect with investors, sponsors, speakers, and WFP finalists
Front-row seating for all mainstage programming
Premium VIP gift bag with elevated products and surprises
Early access to all bonus programming (private dinners, LP/GP events, & more)
NEW: Premium matching during their Collaborative SDSW x WVS Roundtable Afternoon
Programming:
Their four-track programming will provide stage-specific education and connections for early founders, scaling founders, new angel investors, and experienced venture investors. Programming combines keynotes, workshops, panels, networking, founder-investor matchmaking, one-on-one meetings, masterclasses, and Startup Week San Diego events.
Please register here to attend.
Thanks to Women's Venture Summit for offering this local startup event, the details, and the graphic!