Where talent meets opportunity
Showcase your culture, highlight your leaders, and build authentic relationships
Industry MEET-UP Series
8 per year | NYC & Online
Connect with experienced women professionals and demonstrate real leadership in advancing gender equity. As the exclusive host, your organization welcomes 50 accomplished women into your workplace for an intimate, curated event designed and managed by Forté.
Connecting with Leading talent
2025 Meet-Up Participants
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604
Registrants -
57%
MBA Alumni -
82%
percent of attendees at one event considering their next role
It was a tremendous succesS — the panel was Outstanding, and the
energy in the room was
incredible. Thank you for all the effort you put into making it happen. With an engaged audience, the turnout was truly
impressive. Thanks again for your hard work and dedication. I’m already looking forward to our
next event!"
- Nancy Straub, Deutsche Bank
Why Sponsor
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Sustained, Year‑Long Visibility With a High‑Value Talent Community
Sponsoring the full series gives your company repeated exposure across eight touchpoints —four in‑person NYC programs and four virtual sessions — rather than a single moment in time. With registrants signing up for the full series, sponsors benefit from consistent brand presence, message reinforcement, and ongoing engagement with Forté’s motivated audience. -
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Direct Access to Experienced, Career‑Advancing Women Across Industries
Connect with women who bring diverse functional and industry backgrounds. Lead Sponsors gain access to registration lists across all events. This creates a powerful pipeline opportunity for mid‑career and senior‑level hiring. -
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A Flexible Platform to Showcase Thought Leadership and Culture
Each session offers a platform for your leaders to share insights, highlight your values, and demonstrate your commitment to career advancement. Whether you host or sponsor, you can shape topics that reflect your strengths and engage attendees through panels, networking, and optional employer booths. -
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A Predictable, High‑Quality Engagement Model
Participate in a consistent, high‑quality program without the operational burden. Forté manages logistics, marketing, registration, and attendee communication, ensuring every session reflects well on your brand. In‑person hosts can welcome attendees into their space, while virtual sponsors benefit from streamlined digital engagement. -
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Demonstrated Commitment to Advancing Women’s Career Growth and Equity
Your sponsorship signals a clear commitment to supporting women’s professional advancement. The nonprofit model and community‑driven design reinforce that your partnership fuels real impact, positioning you as a champion for equitable career pathways and long‑term talent development.
Become a Sponsor
Lead Sponsor
$8,000 ($5,000 for Corporate Members)
- Opportunity to host one session (virtual or in person) and provide one moderator and one panelist from the company, with event-specific benefits of:
- Co-introduction with Forté at the start of the sponsored session
- Opportunity to provide a QR code for attendees to scan and enter the company talent community
- Employer booth during the virtual networking portion (for virtual hosts)
- Showcase offices (for in person hosts)
- Branding as host on all marketing and communications for that session
- Verbal recognition during event opening and closing
- Registration lists from each of the Series Events
- Premium branding and recognition on all marketing and communications as an Industry Insights Series Lead Sponsor
QUESTIONS
For more information about sponsorship or Forté membership, schedule a 30-minute conversation with Krystal Brooks, Senior Director, Development.
