Atlantis Wolf presents

Connected Queens Conference
Drury Plaza Hotel, Cleveland, Ohio

Oct 16-18, 2026


For women entrepreneurs 50+,
and people who support them

Hybrid networking event:
in-person and live-streamed virtual summit.

2026 Theme:
Power in Numbers: How being connected accelerates profit and personal growth

As women who create our own success, we love the freedom of fluid days chasing our passion projects. But it can be lonely. Finding a Queen Sister who understands our challenges can make the next quantum leap feel effortless. You just have to be in the right room with other Queens.

According to the University of Chicago, women own 13.3 million business, accounting for 45% of all entrepreneurs in the US.* Let’s connect and rise together.

Next-Level Networking

  • Five professional speaker presentations followed by open networking

  • Companion virtual summit with time after each speaker to network in breakout rooms

  • Elegant accommodations, catered lunch, off-site dinner, and after-dinner cocktails

  • Directory of every attendee with their name, title, and company name, and a 1 minute video showcasing their style and mastery with a and QR code link to their contact information.

  • BONUS: The first 25 women who register for the conference - either live or virtual - will have their 1 minute video shown to all attendees as part of the event.

Speakers Spotlight

Our speakers are professional presenters and experienced leaders. They are ready to help inspire your business to the next level and connect you to a circle of resources.

Sponsors Spotlight

Our sponsors understand that connecting women entrepreneurs is good business. They strive to find new ways to keep women collaborating, constantly reinforcing community-building.

Itinerary

Whether you are staying at the Drury, or commuting from home, conference attendees can expect an intimate gathering of 50 women.

Virtual summit attendees can expect networking in break-out rooms after each speaker and open networking during the two hour lunch break. All times EST.

Friday, Oct 16th, 2026

3pm
Check-in begins at Drury Hotel

6:30pm
Doors open at the Great Lakes Ballroom, First floor of the Drury Hotel

7pm
Opening circle introductions and orientation

Saturday, Oct 17th, 2026
Live-streamed Summit

8:30am
Doors open at the Great Lakes Ballroom, First floor of the Drury Hotel


9am - Virtual Summit Begins
Opening for both live and virtual guests

9:30am
1 Minute Videos (5 min) and Speaker #1 presentation (40 min).
10:15am
Open Networking (live) and Breakout Rooms (summit) for 15 min


10:30am
1 Minute Videos (5 min) and Speaker #2 presentation (40 min).
11:15am
Open Networking (live) and Breakout Rooms (summit) for 15 min

11:30am
1 Minute Videos (5 min) and Speaker #3 presentation.

12:15pm to 2pm
Lunch break/ Open Networking / Breakout Rooms

2pm
1 Minute Videos (5 min) and Speaker #4 presentation.
2:45pm
Open Networking (live) and Breakout Rooms (summit) for 15 min

3pm
1 Minute Videos (5 min) and Speaker #5 presentation.
3:30pm
Wrap up virtual summit

4pm - Virtual Summit Ends

4pm - 6pm
Break / Nap / Pool / Explore The Land

6pm
Dinner at Blue Agave Mexican Restaurant, 2071 E. 4th Street (10 min walk)

After-dinner
Cocktails / mocktails at Society Lounge, E. 4th Street

Sunday, Oct 18th, 2026

8:30am - Doors open at the Great Lakes Ballroom, First floor of the Drury Hotel

9am - Closing circle presentation, Speaker Panel Q&A, and 2027 offer

10am - Final networking and photo booth pictures

11am - Check out of hotel and head for home

FAQs

  • It’s both.

    You can choose to be one of the 40 participants who attends the event live at the Drury Plaza hotel in downtown Cleveland, Ohio;

    OR

    you can choose to attend the virtual summit which will be live-streamed from the hotel from 10am to 4pm EST on Sat Oct 17th.

  • No. The ticket price is for the event only. Hotel and transportation are not included. This allows everyone to decide how they want to handle their situation, and keeps me out of the hotel business.

    We have a block of rooms reserved for the event at the Drury at a special rate.

    There are rooms and suites that can be shared with up to 5 guests.

  • No. Local attendees can commute for the event or choose to stay at another hotel.

    Note that only lunch and dinner on Saturday are included with the ticket price. The Drury has an excellent breakfast buffet. If you stay in the hotel, breakfast is included in your room rate.

    Valet (with in/out priveleges) is $40 per day at the Drury. There are also parking garages close to the hotel.

  • For attendees staying at the Drury, breakfast on Saturday and Sunday is included in their room rate.

    For attendees, not staying at the Drury, lunch and dinner Saturday are included with the event ticket price.

  • There are three speaker openings each year. If you are a professional speaker with a purpose to inspire women entrepreneurs over 50, please send your speaker portfolio (pdf or web page) to EmilyAtlantisWolf@gmail.com. Subject line: CQC Speaker Inquiry.

    Each speaker is paid for their presentation, including meals and accommodations, and is invited to be my guest at the conference the following year.

  • No. The ticket for the live event gives you access to all the in-person presentations, meals, and networking opportunities.

    Tickets for the virtual summit give you online access to the summit from 10am to 4pm.

  • No problem. Please book a call or send an email. I’m happy to answer questions about the event.

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