If you missed last year’s conference, this is your sign not to miss it again!

Women, Life, and Science is committed to creating a dynamic forum that brings together women thought leaders and industry experts from across the country to Upstate South Carolina. This full-day conference and retreat is designed to accelerate and empower women at every stage of their journey—whether they are entrepreneurs, executives, leaders, founders, or emerging professionals.

Now in its third year, our annual conference and retreat will spotlight the science of self, women’s health and advocacy, and will challenge all attendees to apply what they’ve learned from the day towards their personal call to action.

Join us for a day of inspiration, connection, and empowerment!

Why you absolutely should attend

This event isn’t just another conference: it’s a purposeful gathering aimed at accelerating and empowering women at every stage—whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, innovator, educator or emerging professional in the science / health / leadership space.

Here are the key reasons:

1. Solve the “feeling stuck” problem

If you’re at a point where you’re wondering: What’s next for my career? How do I make bigger impact? How do I step into leadership or entrepreneurship? — this event addresses exactly those questions.
It focuses on navigating career transitions, finding your purpose and passion, and discovering practical tools for life + work.

2. Overcome isolation and lack of network

One of the big challenges for women in science / life / leadership roles is lack of access to supportive networks, mentors, sponsors, and peer champions.
This conference creates a space where you can connect with like-minded women, share experiences, get visible, and build relationships that extend beyond one day.

3. Raise your visibility & credibility

If you’re looking to be more than a participant—if you want to be seen, heard, credited and positioned as a leader or innovator—this event offers you a platform. Whether you seek to present your work, engage in thought-leadership, or simply align yourself with a movement of women doing big things in science and life, this is your stage.

4. Get inspiration + actionable tools

Events like this can often feel warm and fuzzy—but this one promises interactive sessions: exploring “science of self”, harnessing strengths for impact, attending panels about diverse workplace experiences, and getting practical career/entrepreneurship tools.
So you walk away not only inspired, but with tangible next-steps.

5. Be part of something bigger

Attending isn’t just about your own growth — it’s joining a community, a movement. The organizers of this event (Women, Life & Science) specify their mission as elevating women entrepreneurs, leaders and innovators in the science industry.
By being part of this, you also contribute to changing the landscape, increasing representation, and strengthening the ecosystem for women in science/life.