46th Simmons Leadership Conference
When and where is the 2025 Simmons Leadership Conference (SLC2025)?
SLC2025 will take place on March 20 and will be held at the Hynes Convention Center (900 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02115).
The Conference is also available virtually. Sessions will be available for on-demand viewing for 90 days.
Is there parking available on-site?
Parking: Parking at the Prudential Center is available on a first come first serve basis (Address: 800 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199)
Public transportation: The Hynes Convention Center is accessible via several bus routes and is just steps away from four subway stations: Hynes Convention Center, Copley, and Prudential on the Green line and Back Bay on the Orange line.
Where do I check-in to the event and get my badge?
If you are attending in-person, proceed to the third floor of the Hynes Convention Center to check-in. Check-in opens at 7:00am. Breakfast is served from 7:30-9:00am. The program starts at 9:00 am ET and ends at 5:30 pm ET.
If you are attending virtually, search your inbox for an email from noreply@vfairs.com for instructions on how to access the virtual platform.
Where can I find the agenda?
This is the SLC2025 agenda. Participants will also receive a detailed program guide.
How do I find the Event app?
You will need the app to: view the agenda, submit questions to speakers, participate in polls and chat, connect with other attendees, see the floor map, and more.
In the app store, search for “Simmons Leadership Conference.”
Log-in with the email address used to register for the event.
How do I get technical support during the conference?
Event App: Support is available in the App from 7:00 am – 5:30 pm ET via the ‘Tech Support’ button on the Home screen.
Virtual Platform: General event questions and technical assistance are available at Virtual Concierge – open from 7:00 am – 5:30 pm ET.
Can I follow #SLC2025 on socials?
Is this a women’s only event?
Not at all! We welcome allies of all genders and identities. Allyship is at the heart of our mission. We believe it’s time to call everyone into the conversation and invite them to help lead the way toward leadership equity and inclusion.
Can my company sponsor the Simmons Leadership Conference?
If you’re interested in learning more about the many benefits of becoming a sponsor, please contact Tracie Charland at 617-521-3830 or tracie.charland@simmons.edu.
Who produces the conference?
SLC2025 is hosted by Simmons University, a global authority on women’s leadership for 125 years. Your support gives back!
All proceeds from SLC benefit Simmons University programming.
- Boston Scholars: Help students from underserved communities
- Academic courses: Fund “Everyday Leadership” programs at Simmons
- Inclusive Leadership Initiatives: Support our mission to manifest gender equity and foster cultures of inclusion
Simmons Conference History
For how long has the conference existed?
2025 is the 46th Anniversary of the event. See the history of this event and highlights from previous Boston conferences here.
Do you have a list of the past acclaimed speakers and panelists?
The conference stage has seen notable keynote speakers such as Michelle Obama, Hillary Clinton, Brené Brown, Gloria Estefan, Maya Angelou, Oprah Winfrey, Serena Williams, Quinta Brunson, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and more.
Click here to view the full list.