Presented by Central Bank/Central Trust August 13-14, 2026 | Branson Convention Center

2026 Ladies Who Launch

Ladies Who Launch is the region’s premier women’s leadership event designed to help top talent lead well. Built for personal and professional growth, this two-day event empowers women across roles and industries with practical insights they’ll carry into every meeting, project and decision.

August 13-14, 2026 | Branson Convention Center

Why You Should Attend

Each year, hundreds of women gather for Biz 417’s Ladies Who Launch—a two-day leadership retreat that blends personal growth, professional development and authentic connection for every stage of leadership.

Leadership growth isn’t about becoming someone new; it’s about trusting who you already are and growing from there. At this event, women come together to sharpen their thinking, strengthen their leadership and expand what feels possible.

Gain fresh perspective from keynote speakers

Hear from bestselling authors Jenny Wood and Dr. Meg Myers Morgan on how to negotiate your worth, own your professional calendar and lead with Wild Courage.

Hear unfiltered stories from local leaders

Experience our Remarkable Voices segment and the Women Who Mean Business panel for honest reflections and local women on navigating real leadership challenges in real time.

Connect with 800+ women

Join a community of ambitious women from across the Ozarks and Northwest Arkansas to build relationships that strengthen your professional network.

No Flights Required

Gain world-class leadership training and nationally relevant insights here in the Ozarks—no cross-country flight required.

Overnight accommodations available at the Hilton Branson Convention Center.

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Choose Your Experience

In 2026, you can design your Ladies Who Launch experience around how you want to grow.

Choose the Friday mainstage for a focused, high-impact experience, or go Fully Loaded with two days of workshops, guided activities and deeper connection starting Thursday evening.

$ 275

Classic Ticket

Half-day | Friday Only

The individual Classic ticket delivers the signature Friday mainstage experience that’s been a favorite since day one.

What's Included:

Half-day admission for main stage content on Friday
Lunch
Mid-afternoon appetizers
Happy hour

Want the full experience? Upgrade to Fully Loaded for added workshops, activities and the Thursday opening reception.

Table for ten tickets also available.

$ 488

Early-bird Fully Loaded

Two Days | Thursday & Friday

What's Included:

Admission to Thursday opening reception
Guided morning activities
Choice of morning workshop
Main stage content on Friday
Lunch
Mid-afternoon appetizers
Happy hour

Table for ten tickets also available.

About Biz 417

As the magazine for business, Biz 417 is the biggest advocate for the leaders, entrepreneurs and professionals doing business in 417-land.

We launched in 2015 as an offshoot of our sister publication, 417 Magazine, after readers told us they wanted a deeper focus on business leadership and innovation. Through our bimonthly print magazine, digital media and IRL events and experiences Biz 417 has become the go-to resource for connecting, celebrating and championing the people and companies making the Ozarks a place to work, grow and thrive.