October 20-22, 2025
Cherry Valley Hotel, Newark, OH
The Women in Merch event is far more than just a gathering; it is a powerful, purpose-driven retreat designed to empower and uplift women within the promotional industry. This unique event fosters meaningful connections, creates engaging experiences, and provides transformative insights that inspire women to shape a brighter, more innovative future.
The 2025 theme β INSPIRE | INVOLVE | INNOVATE β encapsulates the event's vision and celebrates the dynamic impact of women who are in the industry through creativity, leadership, and resilience.
SEE THE DETAILED AGENDA HERE
Keynote Speaker Kelly McDonald β Presents "THINK BIG"
Kelly is considered one of the nations top experts in leadership, marketing, sales, the customer experience and consumer trends.
Hereβs what to expect:
π Fashion Show & Welcome Reception
π€ Featured speakers including:
Kelly McDonald β Nationally recognized marketing & diversity expert
Susan Lewandowski β Bel Promo
Kara Keister β Social Good Promos
Shawna Trom β The Unboxing Experience
Nikki Ahern β Canva
Jamie Johnson & Jodie Schillinger β Maple Ridge Farms
π§ββοΈ Stretch & Go mornings with Jodie Schillinger
π£οΈ Real Talk Roundtables
π₯ Self Defense for Women
π₯ Bonfire Conversations
β¨ Sessions on confidence, profit with purpose, being authentic, and leading with heart
A Special Thanks To our Women In Merch Sponsors
Sales Safari
May 2026
More information soon.
Joe Eberz Memorial Golf Outing & Dinner
August 13th, 2025
It is all fun and games at Turkeyfoot Golf Course in Akron. If you're not a golfer, we have dinner, games & a boat ride after. Join us for the day.
Client Showcase
October 7th & 8th, 2025
Distributors bring your customers to this idea filled event point to the holiday sales. One event in Cleveland and one in Columbus.
Registration Soon
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