EVENT INFORMATION MWER invites our 2026 new members to attend an orientation event with the board and committee members. Wednesday, November 19 5:00pm to 7:00pm You will meet our roster of new members as well as members of the board of directors and committee members. You will learn more about MWER and how to be […]

 EVENT INFORMATION Join MWER for a relaxing networking luncheon filled with holiday cheer. You’ll have a perfect opportunity to engage with fellow members and hear about upcoming events.

The Minnesota Star Tribune welcomes the Minnesota Women's Economic Roundtable On January 14, CEO Steve Grove is honored to host you at The Collaborative, a work space in The Minnesota Star Tribune's Capella Tour. Along with Steve Grove, we'll hear from Editor in Chief Kathleen Hennessey and MWER Members Stephanie Ness, Chief Financial Officer, and […]

EVENT INFORMATION In 2025, Hennepin County reduced the family shelter census by 15%, invested $39 million dollars in funding shelter operations, and opened 942 units of affordable housing. Join Hennepin County Board Chair Irene Fernando and Hennepin County staff in an engaging and insightful discussion to learn more about the vision, strategy, and leadership that […]

EVENT INFORMATION Join us for a conversation on the vital connection between inclusive communities and their economic impact on our state. Discover why inclusivity matters in attracting major conferences and events as we spotlight the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games - the largest humanitarian event ever to come to Minnesota, happening in June 2026. Christy […]

EVENT INFORMATION April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, established by the Federal government to recognize the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect. This session will serve as a brief primer on Minnesota’s child welfare priorities such as systems modernization, statewide MAAFPCWDA implementation, improving engagement methods, how Minnesota is […]

EVENT INFORMATION Kweilin Ellingrud will share insights from The Broken Rung - When the Career Ladder Breaks for Women and How They Can Succeed in Spite of It book and lead a discussion on the actions that each of us can take to advance our careers in the workplace. She will cover both the data highlights […]

EVENT INFORMATION In a moment shaped by shifting economic conditions, evolving federal priorities, and an increasing complexity of community needs; philanthropy is being called to adapt—quickly and thoughtfully. For leaders across Minnesota, the intersection of public policy, private sector investment, and community need has never been more visible—or more consequential. This conversation brings together three […]

EVENT INFORMATION Political Science Professor Kathryn Pearson will share insights on the upcoming U.S. House and Senate elections and Minnesota elections, with a focus on the issues that are most important to women, women's candidacies, and the impact of the 2026 elections. SPEAKER INFORMATION Kathryn Pearson is a Professor of Political Science at the University of […]