The International Women Speakers Summit was created to provide women with more than a microphone. It was created to provide a stage.
A place where women can share their stories, showcase their expertise, build confidence, expand their network, and position themselves for greater opportunities in business, leadership, media, and life.
IWSS brings together women from diverse backgrounds and industries who share one common goal: To use their voice to make a difference.
Through professional development, networking, visibility opportunities, speaker training, media exposure, and live stage experience, attendees leave with more than inspiration; they leave with momentum.
Too many brilliant women spend years perfecting their expertise while remaining invisible to the opportunities they deserve.
They wait. They hesitate. They question whether they are ready.
Founder Erica Gifford Mills created the International Women Speakers Summit to change that.
IWSS was built on a simple belief: Women do not need more permission. They need more opportunities.
The summit exists to help women move beyond fear, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome and into greater visibility, leadership, and impact.
Because when women are seen and heard, lives change. Businesses grow. Communities strengthen. And future generations see what is possible.
Do you have a message that can educate, inspire, empower, or transform lives?
We are looking for women who are ready to share their expertise, personal stories, leadership lessons, and unique perspectives with a global audience.
Whether you are an experienced speaker or stepping onto a larger stage for the first time, we want to hear your story.
✔ Thought Leaders
✔ Authors
✔ Entrepreneurs
✔ Coaches & Consultants
✔ Corporate Leaders
✔ Advocates & Changemakers
Join women from around the world for a day of inspiration, connection, professional growth, and powerful conversations.
As an attendee, you’ll gain access to:
• Dynamic keynote presentations
• Expert-led sessions
• Networking opportunities
• Visibility and leadership insights
• Personal and professional development
• The Women of Influence Gala and Awards Celebration
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to invest in yourself, this is it.
The world doesn’t need more women hiding their brilliance.
It needs more women willing to be seen.
More women willing to be heard.
More women willing to lead.
Join us at the International Women Speakers Summit and discover what’s possible when women stop waiting and start showing up.
Do not step onto another stage until you know these 7 secrets. Your story matters too much to be delivered poorly.