Women for Economic and Leadership Development - Columbus

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Women for Economic and Leadership Development - Columbus

Women for Economic and Leadership Development (WELD Ohio) WELD provides women with specific tools and skills to enhance their individual economic status.

Our efforts help mobilize women to become more active participants in the leadership of area businesses, civic organizations and government.

09/02/2026

Make your impact count in 2026.

When you join the WELD Riveter Donor Circles, you’re investing in more than a program—you’re helping advance women’s leadership, expand access to professional development, and strengthen communities where women can connect, grow, and lead. WELD’s mission is to develop and advance women’s leadership to strengthen the economic prosperity of the communities it serves.

Choose your level of impact and become a Riveter today. 2026 donor circle options include Emerging Leader and Legacy levels.

Join the 2026 WELD Riveter Donor Circles
https://www.weldusa.org/donations/donate.asp?id=15222

Invest in women. Invest in leadership. Invest in the future.

09/01/2026

Ready to serve, lead and make an impact in your community?

Registration is open for WELD’s 2026 Government Boards & Commissions Skills Certification Program – Fall Session, a three-part virtual program designed to prepare women for effective service on federal, state, county and city boards and commissions.

Participants will gain valuable insight into:

-Governance of government boards and commissions
-Ethics, conflict of interest, conduct and parliamentary proceedings
-The appointment process and effective participation
-Leadership attributes that support meaningful board service

The Fall program begins September 21, 2026, with additional modules on October 5 and October 19. Participants who successfully complete the program will receive a certificate of completion and may be eligible for SHRM PDC, Ohio CLE and Ohio CPE credits.

Registration for Module 1 closes September 14.

Learn more and register: https://www.weldusa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2071690&group= (link in bio)

08/21/2026

Invest in your leadership. Build the skills to lead with confidence.

The WELD Pathway to Management Program for Women of Color is a six-part, in-person leadership experience designed to help participants strengthen self-awareness, build meaningful relationships, and prepare for greater leadership responsibility.

Participants will learn from experienced instructors across six core leadership areas, including emotional intelligence, relationship building, executive leadership, social responsibility, and more.

Program Dates: August 25–November 17, 2026
Location: Worthington Enterprises | Columbus, Ohio
Format: In-person only
Open to WELD individual and corporate members

Meet the incredible instructors leading the Fall 2026 cohort and get ready to invest in your next level of leadership.
https://www.weldusa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2039997&group=

08/20/2026

Crush the chaos and reclaim your time.

Join WELD Columbus for the September Executive Women’s Series: Smart Style, Simple Suppers and Self-Care for the Super-Stretched Executive. This high-impact session will feature Kat Brown of luxe + lemons, Beverly Johnson of Macy’s, and Deja Redman of Replenish Brands, sharing practical ideas for simplifying meal prep, elevating your style, and making space for restorative self-care.

September 2, 2026 | 5:30–7:30 PM
Bricker Graydon Wyatt | Columbus, Ohio
For WELD Columbus Corporate Members Only.

Ready to make more room for what matters? Learn more and sign up here:
https://www.weldusa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2079704&group=

08/18/2026

Building your network isn’t about collecting contacts—it’s about cultivating relationships that matter.

Join WELD for the August Tell It Like It Is Thursday® session, “From Networking to Relationship Curation,” featuring Traci Gerth and Yehwroe Martyn. Explore how to move from transactional networking to authentic connection, overcome the fear of reciprocation and ghosting, and prioritize quality over quantity.

Thursday, August 27, 2026
12:00–1:00 PM EST | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM CST
Zoom Webinar

WELD Members: FREE
Non-Members: $50

Registration closes August 24.
https://www.weldusa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2072272&group=

08/17/2026

Ready to take the next step in your leadership journey?

The WELD Pathway to Management Program is a six-part virtual experience designed to equip emerging managers with the skills and confidence to lead effectively. Participants will explore six core areas, including emotional intelligence, communication, inclusion & belonging, teaming, executive-level functioning, and social responsibility.

Program Dates: August 25–November 10, 2026
Location: Virtual
Registration Deadline: August 14, 2026

Open to WELD individual and corporate members

Build your skills. Strengthen your leadership. Prepare for what’s next.
https://www.weldusa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2046712&group=

08/06/2026

Stay connected. Stay informed. Stay ahead.

Join the WELD newsletter to get the latest on leadership programming, exclusive events, and insights designed to support women at every stage of their careers.

Be the first to know what’s coming—and how to get involved.

Sign up today and stay engaged with a community that’s committed to advancing women’s leadership.

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https://www.weldusa.org/page/colnewsletter

07/31/2026

Your business is one of your greatest investments. Is your future plan just as strong?

Join the Columbus Chamber's Succession Planning Series, a four-part workshop designed to help business owners, executives, and leadership teams prepare for what's next. Whether you're planning for an eventual sale, a family transition, employee ownership, or long-term business growth, you'll gain practical strategies to maximize business value and create a successful transition.

The series begins with Workshop One: Preparing for Life After Business, where you'll define your personal goals, evaluate your business's value, and begin building a roadmap for your next chapter with confidence.

📅 Tuesday, August 18
🕗 8:00–9:30 AM
Register today: https://columbus.org/events/succession-planning-series/

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752 N. State Street #398
Westerville, OH
43082

Telephone

+16148902586

Website

http://www.weldusa.org/

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