Women’s International Networking

What Women’s International Networking does

WINConference is a Swiss-registered social enterprise (WIN Sàrl, headquartered in Lausanne) founded in 1997 by Kristin Engvig that operates a global leadership development platform for women leaders and corporate diversity initiatives. Its product portfolio centers on the annual Global WINConference (a 3+ day immersive summit, with the 2026 edition scheduled for 16-18 September at Château de Bossey on Lake Geneva), regional conferences (WIN Japan since 2009 in Tokyo, WIN Manchester launched 2024 in the UK, plus planned expansion into Latin America and East Africa), corporate learning programs (WIN Thrive at Work, Corporate Learning Series), the Leadership Journey seminar series, and seasonal practices (Leading with the Seasons). The organization also runs the Women at UN initiative through its partnership with Global Citizen Forum and CSPOC, convening high-level meetings at the United Nations in Geneva.

The business generates revenue through four streams: tiered conference and event fees (CHF 495-2,395 per attendee depending on participation type and registration phase for the 2026 flagship), three-tier annual membership subscriptions (Steward at CHF 195, Champion at CHF 550, Ambassador at CHF 999), corporate partnership sponsorships with named Fortune 500 enterprises (Bristol Myers Squibb, IBM, Microsoft, Novartis, Unilever, Deloitte, UBS, HSBC, Procter & Gamble, Nestlé, ABB, PwC, HP, Sanofi, SABIC, Chiesi Farmaceutici, Edwards Lifesciences), and donations to the WIN Fund. Distribution runs through the Wix-based winconference.net website, corporate partner referral channels, network partner cross-promotion (PWN Global, Advance, OWIT, IWF Bologna), and institutional GCF-WIN/CSPOC channels that grant UN venue access.

The core intellectual property consists of proprietary leadership frameworks—Illuminous Leadership, Connecting to Shine, and World, Work & You—protected by trademark and copyright, alongside the WIN® registered brand. There is no proprietary technology platform; operations run on a lightweight website infrastructure with PayPal and bank-transfer payment integration. The organization is founder-controlled, employs 1-10 staff, has hosted 13,000+ leaders at live events, and maintains a community of 25,000+ women and conscious men worldwide.

Name

Women’s International Networking

Legal name

WIN Sàrl

Website

https://winconference.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

WIN is a Swiss-registered social enterprise founded in 1997 that operates a global leadership development platform for women and corporate enterprises through annual flagship conferences, regional events, corporate learning programs, a tiered membership community, and UN-hosted convenings. It serves senior women leaders, Fortune 500 diversity sponsors, and a 25,000+ member global alumni network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Leadership Development Conferences

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192), Convention and Trade Show Organizers (561920), Professional Organizations (813920)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Executive Leadership Summits (C-Suite, Board, Strategy Offsites) (THAHAMAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Company All-Hands, Town Halls & Leadership Offsites (THAHAIAB), Training, Enablement & Talent Development Summits (THAHAMAH), Sponsorship, Exhibitor & Partnership Management Services (THAHACAK)

Keywords

• Women's leadership conferences
• Executive leadership programs
• Corporate diversity training
• Professional networking events
• Women empowerment initiatives

Headquarters

HQ city

Lausanne

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Conference and Event Fees: WIN generates primary revenue from participant fees for its global conferences, regional events, and workshops. Registration fees vary by tier (Full Ticket, Subsidized Individual, Online Participation) and by early/regular/late registration periods.
2. Membership Subscriptions: WIN offers annual membership tiers (Steward at CHF 195, Champion at CHF 550, Ambassador at CHF 999) providing access to leadership journey seminars, networking events, corporate learning forums, and discounts on programs.
3. Corporate Sponsorships and Partnerships: Corporate partners sponsor WIN events and programs in exchange for visibility, brand association with the WIN platform, thought leadership opportunities, and employee engagement access.
4. Donations and WIN Fund Contributions: WIN accepts donations to its Women Empowerment Fund which provides scholarships for conference participation and supports women's empowerment projects globally. Donations are accepted year-round.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Women's International Networking (WIN) organizes an annual global leadership summit (Global WINConference), regional conferences (WIN Japan, WIN Manchester, Mobilizing Events in Latin America, East Africa, India, Dubai), corporate learning journeys (WIN Thrive at Work), a tiered annual community membership programme, and the WIN Fund scholarship/impact programme. Offerings are anchored in proprietary frameworks (Illuminous Leadership, Connecting to Shine, World Work & You) and serve both individuals (B2C tickets, memberships, scholarships) and corporate partners (B2B sponsorships, employee engagement, DEI learning).

Product overview

WINConference operates a platform-plus-programmes model centered on its flagship Global WINConference — an annual 3+ day immersive leadership summit. The offering portfolio includes regional conferences (WIN Japan since 2009, WIN Manchester, and upcoming Latin America and East Africa events), corporate learning solutions (WIN Thrive at Work, Corporate Learning Series), the Leadership Journey evolutionary seminar series, Leading With the Seasons seasonal practices, a three-tiered membership community (Steward/Champion/Ambassador at CHF 195/550/999 annually), the WIN Fund for scholarships and women's empowerment projects, WIN Award and Hall of Fame recognition programmes, Network Partner licensing, Corporate Partnership sponsorships, and the Women at UN initiative. The Global WINConference and regional events serve as the primary offerings, while membership, corporate learning, and impact programmes extend engagement year-round.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Global WINConference The flagship annual 3+ day in-person immersive leadership summit bringing together visionary women leaders and allies. Combines pre- and post-conference learning modules with plenary sessions, workshops, forums, networking, and celebration events. Anchored in frameworks of Illuminous Leadership, Connecting to Shine, and World, Work & You.
• WIN Japan Conference Annual APAC regional leadership conference held in Tokyo since 2009 at Tokyo Women's Plaza. Features plenary sessions, workshops, working forums, networking lunch and dinner connecting attendees to ideas, energy, and people from Japan and worldwide.
• WIN Manchester Conference Regional conference series in Manchester, UK featuring inspirational women speakers, best practice exchanges on diversity and inclusive cultures, providing inspiration, knowledge, tools, and contacts for preparing for the future.
• WIN Mobilizing Events Smaller regional gatherings and meetings enabling more women and men to participate in the WIN experience. Includes Leadership Roundtables, workshops, and facilitated networking sessions in various locations.
• WIN Thrive at Work (Corporate Learning Series) Corporate learning journeys and leadership programmes for organizations seeking to develop inclusive cultures and advance women's leadership in the workplace. Includes workshops, forums, and facilitated networking sessions.
• WIN Community Membership Three-tiered annual membership programme (Steward CHF 195, Champion CHF 550, Ambassador CHF 999) offering access to leadership journey seminars, networking events, corporate learning forums, UN events, and VIP invitations. Includes the Shining Together networking methodology and Leadership Journey Pod Cast Series.
• WIN Fund (Women Empowerment & Impact Fund) Scholarship programme providing free or subsidized conference participation and solidarity tickets to women leaders. Has awarded over 1,000 scholarships and supports projects for women and girls globally including Cameroon, Nepal, Kenya, Burundi, Ghana, and India.
• Corporate Partnership Programme Sponsorship and visibility programme for organizations aligning with WIN's mission. Includes thought leadership opportunities, leadership delegation participation, curated experiences, brand activation, employee engagement, and access to a powerful global network.
• Network Partner Programme Licensing and endorsement programme for women's networks, NGOs, business school alumni groups, and diversity networks to become part of the global WIN ecosystem. Includes access to selected gatherings, preferred member rates, and visibility opportunities.
• Women at UN Initiative Series of meetings on Women Inspiring Global Harmony held at the United Nations in Geneva, co-created with CSPOC and Global Citizen Forum. Includes high-level discussions on peace, sustainability, and women's leadership impact.
• WIN Award Annual award programme celebrating women who exemplify the potential to become leaders of tomorrow and proven leaders making meaningful impact. Included in the Global WINConference experience with Gala Dinner.
• WIN Hall of Fame Recognition programme featuring distinguished women leaders who have been part of WIN's history and events, celebrating iconic WIN moments and achievements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 13,000 leaders attended live events worldwide
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and supporting.

• Bristol Myers Squibb (Japan)majorGTM or Marketing Partner · 5 July 2024BMS Japan is a sponsor and partner for WIN Japan conferences, supporting women's leadership in the Asia-Pacific region.
• Global Citizen Forum (GCF)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2022GCF-WIN partnership convenes women leaders at the UN in Geneva to discuss peace, sustainability, and harmony. Partnership includes annual high-level meetings, webinars, and regional gatherings. GCF is headquartered in Singapore and founded by Dr. Rajarshi Bhupendra Modi.
• CSPOC (Conference of NGOs with Consultative Status to ECOSOC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2022CSPOC hosts the Women Inspiring Global Harmony series at the UN in Geneva. WIN co-creates these gatherings with CSPOC and GCF. CSPOC is a UN-accredited NGO focused on health, education, enterprise, and diversity.
• Bristol Myers SquibbmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2017Bristol Myers Squibb is a corporate partner member. BMS Network of Women (B-NOW) collaborates with WIN for employee engagement and diversity initiatives. BMS hosted events and sponsored WIN conferences.
• SanofimajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2017Sanofi is a corporate partner member of WIN, supporting women's leadership development programs and attending global conferences.
• SABICmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2017SABIC is a corporate partner member, supporting WIN's mission to advance women's leadership globally.
• Chiesi FarmaceuticimajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2017Chiesi is a corporate partner member supporting WIN's leadership programs and diversity initiatives.
• Edwards LifesciencesmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2017Edwards Lifesciences is a corporate partner member of WIN.
• CEOforLIFEcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2017CEOforLIFE is a strategic partner collaborating with WIN on leadership development initiatives.
• Professional Women's Network Global (PWN)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017PWN Global is a network partner with 3,000+ active members across 25 cities in 20 countries. Collaborates on gender-balanced leadership initiatives and cross-network member benefits.
• Advance Gender Equality in BusinesscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Advance is the leading business association for gender equality in Switzerland, a network of 140+ Swiss-based companies committed to increasing women in management. WIN collaborates on shared mission.
• OWIT - Organization of Women in International TradecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017OWIT is a global membership organization for women and men in international trade, promoting women's advancement in trade and business through networking and market access.
• IWF Bologna - International Women's ForumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017IWF Bologna is a non-profit founded in 1998 for English-speaking women of all nationalities, serving as a professional, cultural, and social resource with 100+ members from 20 countries.
• TranslatedsupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2017Translated is a corporate member partner (AI-powered language solutions). Supports WIN's mission to create an inclusive, connected world through language accessibility.
• EQOLOGYsupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2017EQOLOGY is a corporate member partner producing health supplement products from Norwegian nature. Supports WIN's wellness and leadership mission.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• International Women's Forum (IWF): Global membership organisation of accomplished women leaders across industries and geographies holding chapter conferences and a flagship global conference. Highly comparable membership-and-conference model to WIN.
• Catalyst: Global nonprofit focused on advancing women in leadership and workplace inclusion through research, advisory, and corporate partnerships. Closely comparable mission and corporate partner base to WIN's leadership and DEI programmes.
• Forte Foundation: Nonprofit accelerating gender parity in business through leadership programmes, conferences, and a corporate partner network serving women MBAs and early-career leaders. Comparable women-in-business leadership mission and corporate sponsorship model.
• Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit: Annual Fortune-hosted summit convening senior women executives and Fortune 500 corporate partners. Direct comparable in women's leadership flagship conference and corporate sponsorship model.
• Ellevate Network: Global professional network and membership community for women offering events, mentorship, and corporate programmes. Directly comparable membership-driven women's leadership model with event and corporate revenue.
• Professional Women's Network (PWN Global): Federation of women's professional networks across 20+ countries offering events, training, and cross-border networking. Direct peer in women's leadership convening, also an actual WIN network partner.

Emerging players

• Chief: Private membership community and event platform for senior women executives and C-suite leaders. Comparable high-ticket membership and curated convening model focused on women executives.
• Women in Tech Global: Global community running summits, awards, and corporate partnerships to advance women in technology leadership. Partial overlap in women's leadership convening and corporate sponsorship.

Broad incumbents

• Aspen Institute: Nonprofit policy and leadership organisation convening high-level gatherings (Aspen Ideas Festival, leadership seminars) around systems change. Comparable flagship-conference plus membership/leadership-development model.
• The Conference Board: Established business membership organisation running executive conferences, councils, and leadership programmes for senior leaders. Comparable convening and corporate-membership economics at greater scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/WINConference
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/winconference
• Instagraminstagram.com/winconference

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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