Women’s Venture Summit 2026

About this event

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 .

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 our Collaborative SDSW x WVS Roundtable Afternoon

Programming:

Our 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.

From Women Venture Summit