Your Insider Guide to the 2026 Women of Project Management Conference: South Carolina
If you're still on the fence about the Women of Project Management Conference in South Carolina happening in 2026, let me save you some time: book that PTO right now. Tickets are on sale!
This conference has literally become the space where ambitious women in project management, tech, and operations come to level up, link up, and just breathe for a second among people who actually get it.
It’s a multi-day experience where you're not the only woman in the room, you're not explaining what a sprint retrospective is for the 47th time, and nobody's asking you to take notes in the meeting just because you're the woman there.
This insider guide is your go-to playbook for the 2026 Women of Project Management Conference. From why South Carolina is the place to be, to the sessions you won’t want to miss, how to network like a pro, and tips to prep now so you arrive confident and ready
The 2026 Conference Location: Why South Carolina Is the Perfect Backdrop
Charleston is serving serious vibes for the 2026 Women of Project Management Conference. Historic streets, waterfront views, and Spanish moss-draped trees make every step feel like a photo op.
The Southern hospitality hits differently here too; the warmth and welcoming energy make networking feel way less intimidating.
Combine the city’s charm with the conference’s power-packed sessions, and you’ve got an experience that’s as inspiring as it is beautiful.
What to Expect at the 2026 Women of Project Management Conference
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The conference agenda for 2026 is shaping up to be everything we needed and some things we didn't even know we were missing.
Keynote Speakers Who Actually Get It: Senior PMs, directors, tech leaders, and entrepreneurs sharing real talk, not generic “lean in” advice.
Career Transitions: Guidance on pivoting roles, leading without a title, and navigating race and gender dynamics in tech.
Wealth & PM Skills: How to leverage project management to build financial freedom.
Breakout Sessions That Hit Different: Sessions where you can ask “is this just me?” and find out it’s not.
Tactical Topics: Agile that actually works, stakeholder management, personal branding, negotiation, managing up, and AI tools for PMs.
Panels & Roundtables: Professional group chats on tricky topics like remote teams, work dynamics, and getting your questions answered in intimate settings.
Networking Events That Flow: Open receptions, closing celebrations, and after-hours meetups designed for real, low-pressure connections.
Energy That Inspires: A space where ambitious women support each other, share challenges, and leave motivated, confident, and ready to take action.
Who Should Attend (and Why It'll Be Worth It)
Let's get specific about who needs to be at the 2026 Women of Project Management Conference in Charleston, South Carolina.
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You're Absolutely the Target Audience If You're:
A woman working in project management, tech, operations, or any adjacent field where you're constantly proving yourself
Early in your PM career and trying to figure out if this is really your lane or if you should pivot to something else
Mid-career and stuck wondering if this is as good as it gets or if there's a next level you're not seeing yet
A seasoned PM who needs community, wants to give back, and honestly just wants to be around other women who speak your language
Transitioning into PM from another role and need the playbook nobody gave you
Thinking about going independent as a PM consultant and want to meet people who've actually done it successfully
Tired of being the only one in your company's project management office who looks like you
Ready to invest in yourself and your career trajectory in a real way
How to Prepare Now (Tickets, Travel, and Budgeting Tips)
The 2026 Women of Project Management Conference in South Carolina might feel far away, but preparation time is actually perfect time.
Registration Strategy
Check if your company will sponsor you. Draft that email to your manager now. Position it as professional development that'll directly benefit your current role. Mention specific sessions that align with your current projects. Make it easy for them to say yes.
We’ve created a template for you here Employer Sponsorship for Diversity and Professional Development — Women Of Project Management
Split your payments. Girl, we get it… bills are real and your budget deserves a little mercy. Go ahead and pick the ‘Pay in 6’ option at checkout and thank yourself later when it’s smooth sailing all the way through.
Travel and Accommodation Hacks
Book your hotel early. Conference hotel blocks fill up fast.
Consider room-sharing. Split costs with a friend or use the conference community to find a roommate.
Flight alerts are your friend. Set up price alerts for flights to Charleston. Tuesday and Wednesday flights are usually cheaper than Friday arrivals.
Budget realistically. Registration, travel, hotel, food, ground transportation, that conference outfit, cocktails at the networking mixer; it adds up. Plan accordingly.
What to Pack
Business casual but make it cute. Conference dress code is usually business casual, but this is a women's conference, so feel free to show up as your full authentic self.
Backup chargers and batteries. Your phone will die from taking notes, networking on LinkedIn, and documenting everything. Be prepared.
Business cards or a digital alternative.
Action Items to Start Now
Block out conference dates on your calendar
Start a dedicated savings fund
Talk to your manager about professional development budget for next year
Connect with past attendees on LinkedIn to hear about their experiences
Follow Women of PM on social media for updates and announcements
Start building relationships in the conference community so you already have friends when you arrive
By, Airess Rembert, PMP, Member of Women Of Project Management & Blogger at The Nerd Bae
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