EmpowHer Con 2026 will be held at:

Dallas Marriott Downtown

650 North Pearl Street

Dallas, Texas 75201

The hotel is located in the heart of Downtown Dallas, with convenient access to restaurants, shopping, and transportation.

EmpowHer Con is a women-only conference.

The event is intentionally designed as a dedicated space for Muslim women and women of faith in business, leadership, and personal development to gather, learn, and build community together.

All ticket purchases are non-refundable once registration is completed.

This policy applies to attendees, vendors, sponsors, and all ticket types. Because of the planning and resources involved in hosting this experience, we are unable to issue refunds.

If you are unable to attend, you may contact our team to inquire about possible ticket transfers, depending on availability and timing.

Yes.

All vendors are considered conference attendees as well and will be in the room participating in the conference experience.

The Vendor Marketplace will take place on Saturday, with specific times announced during the conference for attendees to browse and support the vendors.

Outside of those designated marketplace times, vendors are welcome to participate fully in the conference sessions.

This structure ensures vendors receive meaningful visibility while still being able to enjoy the conference sessions and networking.

EmpowHER Con 2026 is a 3-day immersive experience designed for women who are ready to build,

scale, and be in rooms that accelerate their growth.

From faith-centered grounding to high-level strategy, visibility, and real-time opportunities

this is not a passive conference. It’s an active, in-the-room experience.

Friday

10:00 am - 10:45am: VIP Guest Welcome

1:00pm-2:30pm Jumuah Prayer at EPIC Masjid

2:30pm - 5:00pm: Lunch Break Restaurant TBA

Enjoy light fare and refreshments from a local Dallas favorite.

7:00pm-8:30pm VIP Meet & Greet at Hotel

Meet & Greet with VIP attendees

Saturday

9:00 AM Registration Opens

Conference Sessions + Vendor Marketplace

9:00am - 9:45am: Registration and Networking

9:45am-10:00am: Welcome

10:00 am - 11:00am: Fireside Chat: Speaker TBA Tuesday March 24, 2026

Candid insights on brand building, raising capital, for a values-based global brand

11:00am-11:25am Break Out + Networking + Sponsor/Vendor Showcase

11:30am-12:30pm Wealth Elevated- Secrets to Your Wealthy Life + Q&A

Presenter: Shazia Imam

12:30pm - 1:30pm: Break Out + Networking Lunch

+ Prayer + Sponsor/Vendor Showcase

1:45pm-2:45pm Mastering Digital Leadership + Q & A

Presenter: Halimah DeOliveira,

2:45pm-3:30pm AI Strategy + Q & A

Presenter: Sara Sheikh

3:30pm - 3:45pm Break Out + Networking + Sponsor/Vendor Showcase

3:45pm - 4:30pm Leadership Panel: Building Capital

How to build human, financial, and social capital to increase income, influence,

and long-term impact, through relationships, resources, and strategic visibility.

Moderator: Sara Bannat

Panelists: Samar Tariq, Amana + Laila Khan

+ Ruhaama Mahmood, Guidance Residential, and Tamika Brunetti

4:30-5:00 pm: Networking Reception

Connect with fellow attendees, speakers, and industry leaders.

Sunday‍ ‍

10:00 am - 10:30am: Brunch & Networking

10:30am-11:00am: 60 Second Pitch from our 2025 Alumni

11:00am - 12:15pm: EmpowHER Shark Tank Experience (5)

A high-energy, live pitch experience where five founders take the stage

to present their businesses in front of judges, gaining visibility, feedback,

and real-time opportunity.

One founder will be selected as the winning founder,

alongside additional grant recipients.

Judges TBA

12:15pm-12:45pm Break & Networking

12:45pm-2:00pm: Hot Seating Coaching (4)

2:00 pm- 2:30pm: New 60 Second Pitches

2:30 pm- 3:00pm: What are Your Takeaways? + Networking

Please note:

The schedule is thoughtfully curated to balance learning,

connection, and real-time opportunity.

Come prepared to:

✨ Engage in conversations

✨ Build meaningful relationships

✨ Take action on what you learn

This is more than a conference!

It’s a room designed to elevate how you think, connect, and execute.

The theme for this year’s conference is Garden Rose.

Attendees are encouraged to wear different shades of pink while maintaining a dressy, business, or modest elegant style. Many attendees enjoy dressing up for networking, photos, and evening gatherings.

Come prepared to learn, connect, and execute.

We recommend bringing:

• A notebook (one provided for VIP’s) or iPad for notes

• A fully charged phone + charger

• A light jacket (conference rooms can get cold)

• Comfortable but confident outfits

• Your pitch (if you’re networking or joining the pitch competition)

• An open mind and readiness to take action

For networking:

Bring your digital contact info or business cards

but remember, those come after the conversation, not before.

Focus on building real connections first.

Everything else? We’ve got you covered ✨

Yes.

Lunch will be provided on both Saturday and Sunday.

Attendees will be responsible for their own breakfast and dinner arrangements.

Yes. But it closed on March 20th, 2026

hotel room block is available at the Dallas Marriott Downtown.

Booking details are provided:

On the event website
In your confirmation email after registering

Registered attendees received a private booking link for the conference room block.

As an alternative you can book at the sister hotel which is in walking distance from our Host Hotel and Conference Venue: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/daldh-sheraton-dallas-hotel/overview/

EmpowHer Con is designed for:

• Women entrepreneurs

• Business owners

• Authors and speakers

• Women building brands or organizations

• Professionals seeking faith-centered business growth

• Women interested in leadership, financial literacy, and community impact

For partnership opportunities, please contact the EmpowHer Con team:

Email us here

At this time, childcare is not provided by the conference.

To maintain a focused learning and networking environment for all attendees, children under the age of 15 are not permitted inside the conference sessions or vendor area.

We appreciate your understanding as we create a professional space dedicated to women’s growth, connection, and business development.

Your ticket includes access to:

• Conference sessions and workshops

• Networking opportunities with women of faith in business

• Vendor marketplace access

• Speaker panels and discussions

• Community building experiences

VIP ticket holders will receive additional perks and exclusive programming, which will be outlined on the ticket page.

Yes. We understand the importance of maintaining our prayers while attending events.

A designated prayer area will be available at the conference venue so attendees can comfortably observe their salah throughout the day.

Prayer times will also be announced or displayed so everyone can remain mindful of their obligations while enjoying the conference experience.

For attendees traveling to EmpowHer Con, there are two airport options in the Dallas area.

The closest airport to the venue is Dallas Love Field Airport, which is approximately 12–16 minutes from the conference venue at 650 North Pearl Street in downtown Dallas.

The second option is Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, which is about 25–30 minutes from the venue depending on traffic.

Both airports offer easy access to rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft, as well as taxis and rental cars.

*If you have the choice, we recommend flying into Dallas Love Field since it is significantly closer to the venue.

As of May 7, 2025, all U.S. travelers (18+) are required to present a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another approved form of identification to board domestic flights.

You will know your ID is REAL ID-compliant if it has a star in the top corner.

If your driver’s license is not REAL ID-compliant, you will need to travel with a valid passport or another federally approved ID.

We recommend checking your ID in advance to avoid delays at the airport.

To ensure a smooth travel experience, please plan ahead and bring the proper identification.

Yes. Parking is available at the venue for attendees staying off-site.

Self-parking is available for $18 per day at the hotel parking facility.

We recommend arriving early to allow time for parking and check-in before the conference sessions begin.

EmpowHer Con is designed to create a high-quality, intimate experience, so seating is limited.

At this time (3/05/2026):

VIP tickets are almost sold out
56 Saturday Day Passes remain available

Once tickets are sold out, we will not be able to accommodate additional registrations, so we encourage securing your spot as soon as possible.

If you have any questions that are not answered here, please contact our team:

Text ONLY: 267-888-6406 or

Email us here

Frequently Asked Questions