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2026 GMCC Women’s Conference: Wine, Women & Wisdom. Second Chances: Leading with Courage, Resilience & Career Reinvention

November 5, 2026 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM (EST)

Description

We are excited to officially welcome KeyBank and Key4Women as the Exclusive Presenting Sponsor of the 2026 GMCC Women’s Conference: Wine, Women & Wisdom.

Second Chances: Leading with Courage, Resilience & Career Reinvention

Now in its fourth year, this inspiring evening will celebrate women who have overcome adversity, embraced new beginnings, and transformed personal and professional challenges into opportunities.

Hosted at the beautifully restored Cheney Hall, the evening will feature:

  • Tastings from some of the area’s most popular restaurants
  • Wine pairings and specialty beverages
  • An inspiring keynote presentation
  • A dynamic panel discussion featuring women with powerful stories of resilience, leadership, and career reinvention
  • Local vendors, artisans, and women-owned businesses
  • Meaningful networking and relationship-building opportunities
  • The presentation of a $1,500 grant to a woman-owned business, sponsored by KeyBank
  • A collection of women’s toiletries to support women in need

Guests will enjoy an elegant and welcoming atmosphere that blends inspiration, professional growth, community impact, and celebration.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026
Time: 5:00–8:00 PM
Location: Cheney Hall
Address: 177 Hartford Road, Manchester, CT 06040
Event Website: manchesterchamber.com

Event Schedule

5:00–6:00 PM: Registration, tastings, networking, and vendor shopping
6:00–7:00 PM: Welcome, keynote presentation, and panel discussion
7:00–8:00 PM: Grant presentation, additional tastings, vendors, raffles, and closing networking

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating second chances, courageous leadership, career reinvention, and the strength of women supporting women.

Millie Texidor-Maffucci, President

Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce 


Location

Little Theatre of Manchester at Cheney Hall

Little Theatre at Cheney Hall 

177 Hartford Rd 

Manchester, CT 06066

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Contact Information

Name: Millie Texidor-Maffucci
Phone: (860) 646-2223
Email: millie@manchesterchamber.com

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Ticket Registration $75.00

Exhibitor Registration $125.00

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