Women in Business Luncheon

Women Who Inspire: Lessons, Leadership & Legacy
Utah Women Business Magazine 2026 Women To Watch Panel
& 100 Sparkles Celebration
December 9, 2026

Event Description

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The 2026 Women in Business Inspired Series is a yearlong luncheon experience, powered by the Cache Valley Chamber, designed to spark inspiration and momentum for women professionals. Through engaging presentations from Utah’s leading women, meaningful peer connections, and curated networking over catered lunches, participants gain fresh perspective, renewed confidence, and motivation to think bigger about what is possible in their careers, leadership, and lives.

Cache Valley is home to remarkable women whose leadership, vision, and accomplishments are making a difference in business and throughout our communities. Hear from five local leaders recognized by Utah Business Magazine as 2026 Women to Watch, including honorees also named Most Influential Women, as they share the experiences, pivotal moments, and lessons that have shaped their journeys. Facilitated by Julie Weber, Women in Business Chair Elect, this engaging panel offers a unique opportunity to hear their stories, ask questions, and gain insights you can apply to your own career, business, and leadership journey. Leave inspired by what's possible when women lead with purpose and make an impact.

Sponsors

Cache Valley Chamber

Workshop Agenda:

11:30am Lunch & Networking

11:50am Welcome & Presentation

12:45 Raffle Drawings & Wrap Up

1pm End

Raffle Prizes

Donated by Altabank, The Bullock Agency, My Local Radio

Raffle prizes for each luncheon are generously donated by local organizations and individuals and all attendees receive a complimentary raffle ticket. Buy additional raffle tickets for your chance to take home a prize. 100% of ticket sales fund scholarships for local women.

About the Women to Watch Panelists:

Anca Matcovschi is founder of The Diffusion Lab and former Chief Commercial & Marketing Officer of the ASPIRE NSF Engineering Research Center. Her career spans journalism, marketing, startups, economic development, change management and emerging technology, with particular expertise in helping organizations and communities navigate innovation and change. Utah Business

Ann Marie Wallace is State Director of the Women’s Business Center of Utah, where she has led the organization’s expansion into a statewide resource serving more than 1,500 clients annually. Utah Business recognized her among its 2026 Most Influential Women for her work expanding entrepreneurial resources, capital access and opportunity for women across Utah. Utah Business

Crista Vance is co-founder and COO of Logan-based Mobrium, an employer reputation platform focused on employee feedback and workplace culture. Since co-founding the company in 2022, she has helped build its operations and growth while advocating for an authentic, people-centered approach to leadership. Mobrium

JeuneElle Jeffries is CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Northern Utah and one of Utah Business’ 2026 Most Influential Women. Her leadership has helped expand the organization’s focus beyond providing a safe place for young people to creating clearer pathways toward education, careers and long-term self-sufficiency.

About the Moderator:

Juli Weber is Co-Founder, Principal Consultant, and Chief People & Learning Strategist at Trailworks Consulting, bringing more than 15 years of experience in human resources and learning and development. Passionate about helping people and organizations thrive, she specializes in leadership development, talent strategy, and creating workplaces where people feel empowered to grow and lead with confidence.
 

Upcoming Workshops & Events*:

January 13: 2027 Women In Business Elevate Series Kickoff

January 14-15: 2027 Women In Business Retreat @ Sunrise Resort, Bear Lake

*Subject to change.

2026 WIB Inspired Series overview

About Women In Business

Women In Business (WIB) is a program of the Cache Valley Chamber which elevates professional women with knowledge, connections and resources needed to navigate challenges and achieve success in the workplace. Monthly luncheons and fundraising efforts are overseen by a committee of volunteers who are passionate about supporting women through quality professional development, networking, and scholarships.