2nd Annual Conference · #OURESSENCE
Our Essence Conference.
Alberta's most premium and anticipated Black Women Leadership conference for young professionals, entrepreneurs, creatives and leaders coming together to serve our community.
- When
- March 6–7, 2027
- Where
- Excite Lethbridge, AB
About the event
A space created to celebrate, empower, and connect Black women through meaningful conversations, inspiring voices, and transformative experiences.
From leadership and professional growth to wellness, entrepreneurship, identity, and personal development, attendees will gain practical tools, fresh perspectives, and meaningful connections to support them both personally and professionally.
Come ready to learn, connect, reflect, recharge, and embrace your essence — because Black women deserve spaces where they can grow, be celebrated, and simply rest.
Who is this for?
A room for every stage of your journey.
Black women ready to grow, lead, and step boldly into their next chapter.
Students and recent graduates, emerging professionals, and established leaders looking to build confidence, skills, and meaningful connections.
Entrepreneurs, founders, and creatives ready to turn their ideas, talents, and passions into impact.
Women seeking meaningful conversations, inspiration, wellness, and a community that understands their journey.
Visionaries, changemakers, and culture-shapers who are creating space for themselves and the women coming behind them.
Black women who deserve a space to pause, recharge, reflect, and remember that rest is part of the journey, not a reward for reaching the finish line.
What you'll walk away with
Takeaways
A stronger professional network of ambitious Black women, leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and future collaborators.
Practical tools and insights to help you navigate your career, strengthen your leadership skills, and achieve your professional goals.
Meaningful connections and conversations with inspiring speakers, industry professionals, and women making an impact in their fields.
Greater confidence and clarity to advocate for yourself, take up space, and pursue opportunities that align with your vision.
Fresh perspectives and inspiration to challenge the way you think about leadership, success, and what's possible for your future.
A renewed sense of purpose, leaving with the motivation, connections, and tools to continue growing both personally and professionally.
Event Schedule
March 6–7, 2027
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Meet the panel speakers
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Our Essence Passes
Pick the pass that fits.
Full pricing announced soon — join the newsletter to be the first to know.
Our Essence Pass
Wallet Friendly
Coming soon
- Standard entry
- Access to panels & activations
- Access to the Black Business Marketplace
Our Essence Pass
General Admission
Coming soon
- Standard entry
- Light bites & beverage offerings
- Curated conference gift bag
- Access to panels & activations
- Access to the Black Business Marketplace
Our Essence Pass
VIP
Coming soon
- GA perks, plus:
- Early access to the summit
- Upgraded gift bag
- Reserved front-row seating
- VIP lounge with premium sips & snacks
- Digital replay of all panels
FAQ
Good to know
When is the conference?
March 6–7, 2027.
Where is it held?
Excite Lethbridge, 101 Exhibition Way South, Lethbridge, AB.
How much does it cost?
Ticket pricing will be announced soon — join the newsletter to be the first to know.
Who is speaking?
The full lineup will be revealed in the coming months.
Is accommodation arranged?
NBW is not arranging accommodations directly — recommendations will be shared closer to the event.