Women's Venture Summit 2026
Monday, November 2, 2026 10:00 AM PST – Thursday, November 5, 2026 4:00 PM PST
Cooley & Joya Kitchen · 10265 Science Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92121, USA
Hosted by Women's Venture Summit
Funded in part with City of San Diego Tourism Marketing District Assessment Funds Women’s Venture Summit brings founders and investors together to expand access to capital for women-led startups. Now in its 13th year, WVS has helped facilitate more than $200 million in fundraising by creating the knowledge, relationships, and opportunities that move companies—and capital—forward. WVS 2026 brings female founders, investors, and leaders from across the venture ecosystem together in San Diego for 3+ days of candid conversations, meaningful introductions, hands-on education, and dealmaking. Whether you're raising your next round, preparing to write your first check, expanding your investor network, or looking for the people who can help accelerate your next stage of growth, WVS is designed to put you in the room with people you need to know. Your WVS Experience Includes 3+ days of WVS programming and networking Founder and investor speed meetings and matchmaking 40+ breakout sessions, workshops, panels, and masterclasses Keynotes, fireside conversations, a live pitch competition, and an interactive due diligence experience Four programming tracks designed for early-stage founders, scaling founders, new angel investors, and experienced venture investors Daily breakfast, lunch, beverages, and snacks Collaborative SDSW x WVS Roundtable Afternoon WVS Closing Party Curated attendee gift bag Access to hundreds of founders, investors, speakers, and venture ecosystem leaders VIP Experience VIP attendees receive everything included with General Admission, plus: Invitation to the VIP Kickoff Party on Monday evening with investors, sponsors, speakers, and WFP finalists Front-row seating for mainstage programming Premium VIP gift bag Early access to select bonus programming, including private dinners, LP/GP events, and other opportunities Premium matching during the SDSW x WVS Roundtable Afternoon Programming WVS programming combines stage-specific education with intentional connection. Across four tracks, attendees can participate in keynotes, workshops, panels, networking, founder-investor matchmaking, one-on-one meetings, masterclasses, and select Startup Week San Diego programming. Stay in San Diego We've secured a discounted room block at the Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines for WVS attendees. Book your stay: https://book.passkey.com/go/WVSummit26