WIN Leadership Summit 2026 to Spotlight Leadership Development and Innovation in Nutraceuticals

Women In Nutraceuticals (WIN), a nonprofit organization focused on advancing gender equity across the nutraceutical sector, has announced its 2026 WIN Leadership Summit, scheduled to take place April 24–25 at the Sonoran University of Health Sciences in Tempe, Arizona. The event marks the organization’s second annual summit and reflects its ongoing efforts to foster leadership development, innovation, and inclusivity within the industry, a news release from the organization states.¹

WIN Leadership Summit Event Details

Building on the momentum of its inaugural event, the 2026 summit is designed to convene professionals from across the global nutrition and health landscape, offering a platform for both emerging and established leaders. The two-day program will emphasize actionable leadership strategies, professional growth, and cross-industry collaboration, which are crucial priorities as companies continue to navigate a rapidly evolving marketplace.

The summit will open with a series of interactive and networking-focused events on April 24, including WIN’s Entrepreneur Pitch Event. Additional programming includes a WIN Gives Back service initiative, an optional tour of local Arizona manufacturing facilities, and a networking reception aimed at fostering meaningful connections among attendees.

The second day will feature a full agenda of educational sessions and keynote presentations, headlined by Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary. Content will focus on critical areas relevant to today’s nutraceutical professionals, including building workplace cultures that support and elevate women, advancing inclusive leadership practices, and driving female-focused product innovation. Additional sessions will address strategies for shaping career trajectories and investing in long-term professional development.

Last year’s WIN Leadership Summit had included themes of entrepreneurship and mentorship, including a keynote presentation, “Reviving the Goddess: Empowering Modern Female Entrepreneurs,” by Dr. Chaudhary, and a session led by Amy Summers, Founder and President of Pitch Publicity and INICIVOX titled, “Adopting a Mentorship Mentality.”² Other sessions explored profit strategies and challenges faced by female scientists.

Advancing Progress in the Industry

According to WIN leadership, the summit is structured to provide attendees with practical tools and insights that can be directly applied within their organizations. At the same time, the event underscores the importance of mentorship, peer engagement, and community-building as mechanisms for advancing both individual careers and broader industry progress.

“The WIN Leadership Summit is designed to empower professionals across the nutraceutical industry with the tools, connections, and confidence to lead,” said Rebecca Takemoto, Executive Director of WIN, in the announcement. “Our mission is to create opportunities for growth while fostering a more inclusive and innovative future for the industry.”

Registration for the 2026 WIN Leadership Summit is now open to both members and non-members, with additional opportunities available for sponsors and exhibitors seeking to engage directly with a targeted audience of industry professionals.

WIN’s 2026 Leadership Summit represents a strategic effort to equip professionals with the skills and networks needed to navigate industry challenges while contributing to a more inclusive future.

Nourish and Navigate Podcast Series

The themes of the WIN Leadership Summit are further reinforced through the Nourish and Navigate: Women, Wellness, and Leadership podcast series, a collaboration of Nutritional Outlook and WIN. Hosted by Executive Director Rebecca Takemoto, a recent episode, Nourish and Navigate Episode 3: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, features Takemoto and industry leaders exploring the prevalence of imposter syndrome among women in nutraceuticals and other male-dominated industries.³ The discussion highlights practical strategies for recognizing and managing persistent self-doubt, including reframing internal narratives, leveraging peer support, and documenting professional achievements as a means of reinforcing confidence.

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References

1. Women in Nutraceuticals. Women In Nutraceuticals Announces 2026 Leadership Summit to Advance Industry Leadership, Innovation, and Inclusion. Press release provided via email March 30, 2026. Accessed April 2, 2026.
2. Colli M. First leadership summit announced by Women In Nutraceuticals. Published January 31, 2025. Accessed April 2, 2026. https://www.nutritionaloutlook.com/view/first-leadership-summit-announced-by-women-in-nutraceuticals
3. Takemoto R, Badding NP, Cannon J, Thousand C. Nourish and Navigate, Episode 3: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome. Published November 25, 2025. Accessed April 2, 2026. https://www.nutritionaloutlook.com/view/nourish-and-navigate-episode-3-overcoming-imposter-syndrome