The Klamath County Chamber of Commerce hosts the Elevate Women Conference, "Innovate. Create. Connect.", on Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Running Y Ranch. Registration closes this Thursday, October 29.

The conference brings together women from every stage of business, leadership and life for a day of inspiration, connection, creativity and growth. It is open to business owners, entrepreneurs, managers, professionals, creatives, emerging leaders and anyone looking for renewed momentum and community.

Speakers

Keynote: Dawnielle Tehama, CDTP, CAS, "Rooted Leadership: Why the Most Radical Innovation Comes From What We Remember." Tehama, Development Director of the American Indigenous Tourism Association, speaks on how tradition, place and stewardship-centered thinking can be competitive advantages for business owners, managers and aspiring leaders.

Natalie Vartanian, CPCC, PCC, "Relationship Intelligence: The Skill That Changes Everything in Business and in Life." Vartanian is a certified life coach, workshop facilitator and speaker with nearly fifteen years of experience, and co-owner of The Aerie Retreat Center in Klamath Falls. Her interactive session uses real conversation, guided reflection and partner exercises.

"Your New Work Sidekick: AI for Busy Women in Business." A hands-on session on what AI can do for a business, a team and a to-do list right now. Attendees are asked to bring a phone or laptop to try it live.

What to expect

Inspiring speakers, engaging conversations, interactive experiences, networking, hands-on creativity and practical takeaways.

Tickets

  • Conference pass: $100 (Chamber member price)
  • Elevate Experience: $175 (Chamber member price). Includes admission to the 2026 conference, three quarterly strategy meetings in February, May and August 2027, Elevate Women newsletters, a private Elevate Women Facebook page and more opportunities to connect through the year.

Register at business.klamath.org by Thursday, October 29.

The Elevate Experience is sponsored by D.A. Davidson & Co.; the title sponsor is Scanlan Financial Group, a member of D.A. Davidson & Co.

Questions: Klamath County Chamber of Commerce, 541-884-5193, reception@klamath.org.