Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott have announced the first Texas Women’s Leadership Conference, which aims to support professional women in Texas by providing opportunities for networking, skill development, and leadership insights.
The conference is scheduled for February 4-5, 2026, at the AT&T Center in Austin. It will be hosted by the Governor’s Commission for Women and First Lady Cecilia Abbott.
“In Texas, we recognize the enduring impact women have on our great state,” said Governor Abbott. “Texas is home to over 1.5 million women business owners who are critical to the state’s economic success. This Texas Women’s Leadership Conference will empower the next generation of women leaders across the state. Cecilia and I encourage women pioneers in business, education, philanthropy, or public service to attend the inaugural conference in February.”
First Lady Cecilia Abbott emphasized the significance of leadership: “Leadership rooted in purpose and service has the power to transform Texas businesses, Texas government and Texas communities. The Texas Women’s Leadership Conference is an opportunity to inspire and equip female leaders and the next generation of trailblazers—women who are currently or will be soon shaping the future of our state through their work. I’m honored to host this inaugural event and help build a stronger, brighter Texas for all.”
Keynote speakers for TWLC include Allison Ellsworth, Camila Alves McConaughey, Angela Garcia, and Sarah Catherine Perot. Attendees will participate in group discussions about workforce challenges faced by women as well as topics such as leadership skills development, finance management strategies, artificial intelligence trends affecting workplaces, among others.
The Beacon State Fund—a nonprofit focused on expanding leadership roles and workforce opportunities for women across Texas—is producing the event with support from major sponsors AT&T, Chevron, and JPMorgan Chase.
Further details about registration can be found at http://www.txwomensleadershipconference.com/
