Build genuine relationships
Meet people you might not otherwise encounter—from corporate decision-makers to entrepreneurs, speakers, and community leaders.
One day · In person · Oak Creek / Milwaukee, Wisconsin
One Room.
Powerful Voices.
Real Connections.
An intentional day bringing together women speakers, business owners, executives, entrepreneurs, and leaders for real conversation, greater visibility, and relationships that move opportunities forward.
PEOPLE LIKE US · A FIRESIDE CHAT WITH KIM & KATApril 20, 2027 · Afternoon conversation · Professionally filmed
Beyond the business card
Come for the conversations.
Leave with momentum.
Innovation Women Innovation Nights brings accomplished professionals into the same room—not to pitch at one another, but to discover where ideas, introductions, expertise, and possibilities connect.
Elevate your visibility
Explore opportunities to contribute to compelling conversations, connect with a new audience, and develop your speaker presence.
Capture the moment
Professional photography and video are being planned to help document the event and create visibility content for selected participants.
Tuesday · April 20, 2027
Three experiences. One meaningful day.
Choose the opportunities that fit you. Each part of the day is designed with intention; participation details and registration options will be announced as they are finalized.
Morning Time and location to be announced
Intimate gathering · Limited to 10
The Marketing Table
10 women. One table. Real conversations. A curated networking breakfast for women in marketing to discuss leadership, AI, visibility, business growth, and what is changing in the industry.
No podiums. No pitches. No PowerPoints. Just practical ideas and meaningful connection.
Breakfast is planned to be included. Registration/application required; pricing and venue details to be confirmed.
Afternoon 1:00–2:00 PM CT
Application-based · Selected guests
People Like Us: A Fireside Chat with Kim & Kat
A professionally recorded, talk-show-style conversation hosted by Kim and Kat with selected leaders, speakers, and subject-matter experts. Expect authentic stories, useful insight, and thoughtful discussions about leadership, innovation, AI, entrepreneurship, and visibility.
Designed for an intimate setting with limited guest seating and opportunities to capture professional video content.
Paid participation by application. Specific venue, fee, selection details, and video-use permissions will be confirmed.
Evening 5:00–9:00 PM CT
Innovation Women · Speaker Friends Live
Speaker Friends Live: Wisconsin
You asked for better speaking footage. We listened, and we’re delivering! 🎥
Speaker Friends Live is coming to Wisconsin on April 20, 2027. Join us for an evening built around speakers, compelling presentations, audience connection, and the opportunity to capture speaking moments on camera.
Whether you are building your speaker presence or looking to connect with leaders and fellow professionals, the evening brings together live speaking, meaningful networking, and planned professional photography and videography.
Evening venue: Homewood Suites Oak Creek Milwaukee, Summit Meeting Room · 5:00–9:00 PM CT. Speaker lineup, registration, footage packages, and individual video deliverables will be announced as details are confirmed.
A different kind of professional event
Your next opportunity may begin with one conversation.
We are intentionally weaving together Innovation Women members, women speakers, business owners, C-suite leaders, Gen X professionals, entrepreneurs, consultants, local organizations, and community partners.
This is not a traditional speak-to-sell event. It is a place to be present, exchange expertise, strengthen trust, and open the door to opportunities that continue after April 20.
The people bringing us together
Meet the organizing team
Co-host
Kim Groshek
Founder, NorthStar Leadership Institute · Creator, The One Decision Method™
Bringing a relationship-first approach to leadership, business decisions, and meaningful collaboration.
Photo coming soon
Co-host
Kat Miller
Co-creating an intentional Wisconsin gathering that connects established professionals, leaders, and emerging opportunities.
Marketing Manager
Bobbie Carlton
Helping bring the Innovation Women community and the Wisconsin professional network together around speaker visibility and connection.
Location
Join us in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.
Innovation Nights evening program
Homewood Suites Oak Creek Milwaukee
Summit Meeting Room
1900 W. Creekside Crossing Circle
Oak Creek, WI 53154
The morning breakfast location and afternoon fireside-chat location are still being finalized. Do not assume all three sessions are at the hotel.
Traveling in?
Make a day of it.
A courtesy hotel room block has been arranged for guests who would like to stay nearby.
Group rate: $129/night plus applicable taxes
Room type: King Studio Suite
Reservation cutoff: April 2, 2027
Subject to availability and hotel booking instructions. Guests reserve and pay for their own rooms. Contact the event team to request room-block details.
Be part of April 20
There's a place for your voice, perspective, and connections.
We're gathering interest now. Tell us how you would like to be involved, and we'll share the appropriate next steps as applications and registrations open.
Attend the Event
Be among the first to hear when networking breakfast and evening event registrations become available.
Join the Interest List →Apply to Be Featured
Express interest in the filmed People Like Us fireside chat or Speaker Friends Live evening speaking opportunities.
Express Speaker Interest →Partner or Sponsor
Explore how your organization might contribute to a high-value professional gathering and help strengthen the Wisconsin community.
Explore Partnership →All interest buttons open an email draft until official application, ticket, and registration links are available. Submitting interest does not secure admission or a speaking spot.