The full program

We all spend money every day, but how often do we stop and ask if our spending actually reflects what matters most to us? In this workshop, you’ll uncover your own financial values and learn how to let them guide the way you spend, save, invest, and plan. Come ready to connect with the women around your table and leave with a values statement that’s truly your own.

Grab breakfast, get settled, and join our panel of experts for the Financial Fireside Chat — a casual Q&A tackling real money questions from attendees.

Investing doesn’t have to feel like a secret language reserved for people who already know the market inside and out. Cut through the jargon and learn the building blocks of investing, from understanding your options to balancing risk and making choices that align with your goals. Whether you’re starting with $50 or finally ready to put your money to work, you’ll leave with the confidence to start building wealth on your terms.

Groceries, rent, gas…did everything get more expensive overnight? Learn how to adjust your spending, make your money stretch further, and find room for both your priorities and the things you actually enjoy. Because budgeting shouldn’t mean saying “no” to everything.

Got an idea scribbled in your Notes app that might actually have legs? Learn what it takes to turn an idea into a real business and what resources are available in Utah to help you do it — from accessing capital to navigating microloans and other funding opportunities.

Money stress is one of the most common sources of tension in relationships — but it isn’t always just about the money. Explore how financial stress can signal deeper unmet needs, from safety and connection to confidence and simplicity, and learn to respond in healthier ways with greater calm and clarity.

AI can do a lot more than write your emails. Discover practical ways to put AI to work for your money — from comparing options and crunching numbers to planning purchases and organizing financial goals. Walk away with approachable tools you can start using right away.

Through the ebb and flow of life, foundational financial knowledge can help us find our footing. Drawing on real stories of resilience, this session explores the financial principles that helped women navigating divorce, loss, illness, and major transitions move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

Your credit score isn’t a mystery — it’s made up of pieces you can learn to understand and influence. Break down what really shapes your credit and how everyday financial decisions show up on your report, and walk away with a practical guide to strengthen your score.

Offering retirement benefits shouldn’t be complicated, time-consuming, or out of reach for small businesses and independent workers. Learn how Utah’s new Small Business Retirement Plan Exchange works, who can participate, and how employers can set up a plan in less than 15 minutes.

Strong relationships can open doors — to new opportunities, greater visibility, and higher earning potential. Explore practical ways to build a network that works for you, plus strategies for advocating for yourself when it comes to salary.

Renting comes with more than a monthly payment, and knowing the rules can pay off. Get familiar with your rights as a renter, resources available when challenges arise, and the financial decisions that can help you avoid costly surprises.

Join Michelle Singletary, nationally syndicated personal finance columnist for The Washington Post, for a plated lunch keynote closing out the day’s learning with real talk on money and resilience.

Think you’d never fall for a scam? Today’s fraudsters are more convincing — and creative — than ever. Get inside the tactics scammers use, uncover the red flags hiding in plain sight, and learn how to shut down a scam before it costs you.

Buying a home might feel like a kingdom away, but there’s more than one way to get the keys. Hear from Utah housing and lending experts about getting mortgage-ready, down payment assistance, grants, and programs designed to make homeownership more attainable.

Your phone wants your attention. Bills need paying, subscriptions need canceling, and your brain already has 37 tabs open. Explore what happens when financial behavior doesn’t match financial knowledge, and learn practical strategies that make good decisions easier to follow through on.

Life is more fun when you can focus on living it, not worrying about every “what if.” In this fun, practical session, take the mystery out of insurance and explore the coverage you may need — and what you may not — at different stages of life.

Practical, judgment-free strategies to pay down debt and build momentum toward your financial goals — real tools you can start using right away.

A standout application doesn’t happen by accident. Learn how to craft a stronger resume, sharpen your search, and get noticed in today’s competitive job market.

Taxes play an important role in your overall financial picture. Gain a clearer understanding of the tax system, uncover benefits and opportunities you may be overlooking, and learn how to keep more of your money.

Investing isn’t just about getting in — it’s about knowing what to do once you’re there. Take a deeper dive into building and managing a portfolio for the long haul, and build the confidence to make strategic moves without losing sight of the long game.

Learn the basics of wills, trusts, and estate planning in an approachable, easy-to-understand session, exploring key considerations for protecting what matters most and putting a plan in place for the future.

The bigger the purchase, the easier it is for a “yes!” to become a “wait…what did I just agree to?” Learn how to slow down the sales pitch, compare real costs, and know what questions to ask before you sign.

Stick around for the giveaways — 10+ prizes to send you off with one more reason to smile.