The Summit
The Junior League of Nashville Women’s Summit is a multi-event experience designed to inspire women as they step confidently into their next chapter.
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The signature event is our 6th Annual Summit Women’s Leadership Conference, designed to empower women across Nashville with the insights, tools, and connections needed to reach the summit of their ambitions.​ Hosted on Saturday, March 28, 2026, this year’s Summit will feature an inspiring lineup of speakers and panelists who are leaders, innovators, and change-makers in their respective fields.​
The Summit events kick off with an exclusive Patrons’ Party, followed by a vibrant Summit Soirée, and culminate in a full day of leadership programming, including two keynotes. We invite you to join us for one event—or experience them all—and be part of an experience rooted in leadership, community, and impact.​
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Featured Speakers
Jennifer Pharr Davis
Adventurer - Author - Speaker - Entrepreneur
Jennifer has hiked the Appalachian Trail three separate times. In 2011, she became the first woman to hold the overall record - or Fastest Known Time - by completing the 2,190-mile path in 46 days, for an average of 47 miles per day. And as a mother of two children, Jennifer has yet to slow down: she has backpacked 700 miles in her second and third trimesters, hiked across the state of North Carolina while nursing her newborn son, and set foot on a trail in all fifty states with her daughter.
Jennifer has penned guidebooks, family hiking resources and adventure memoirs, traveled the United States promoting the health and economic benefits of outdoor recreation, filmed IMAX movies and episodes for PBS and Amazon Prime, and spearheaded new long-distance trails like the 330-mile Appalachian High Route.
Among other honors, Jennifer has been named a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year. ​
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Jennifer will deliver the morning keynote at the Summit Leadership Conference.
Mignon Francois
Entrepreneur & Author
Mignon François is a #1 national best-selling author, entrepreneur and renowned baker who has inspired millions on her journey of going from drowning in debt to building a multi-million dollar cupcake empire – The Cupcake Collection. She leveraged the last five dollars she had to feed her family and turned it into a legacy with over five million cupcakes sold. Her grassroots story of success has garnered national attention from the TODAY show, Good Morning America, Entrepreneur.com, and Business Insider to name a few.
She is the author of Made from Scratch: Finding Success Without a Recipe, where shares her story of finding success with no presets in place. Mignon is a sought-after speaker and is committed to equipping and empowering people
to change the trajectory of their lives.
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Mignon will deliver the lunch keynote at the Summit Leadership Conference.
The Events
Three Unique Learning Tracks to Choose From at the Conference
Community Development
Professional Development
Personal Development
​​​Sensory Disclaimer
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We strive to make our events an enjoyable and inclusive experience for all attendees. Please note that the events may feature elements such as bright lights, amplified sound, and crowded spaces, which could impact individuals sensitive to sensory stimuli.
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For your comfort, we encourage you to bring any personal items, such as noise-canceling headphones or sensory aids, that may help enhance your experience. If you require additional accommodations, please don’t hesitate to contact us in advance so we can assist in meeting your needs.
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