Mark your diaries for Friday, 7 March 2025 – the UK’s biggest International Women’s Day event is back and bigger than ever.
Since its launch in 2021, AllBright's Step Forward Summit has amplified the voices of the women defining our future – and every year, the energy, impact and connections have only grown stronger.
"The buzz at the Step Forward Summit was incredible – everyone was open and willing to talk and network. The panel talks were brilliant, and the range of speakers was impressive!" – Step Forward Attendee, 2024
This year, we’re taking over The Brewery, Moorgate, for our most exciting and momentous event yet. Your ticket includes food and drinks throughout the day, access to all panel discussions and workshops, a delicious networking lunch, and a goodie bag worth over £150 – packed with incredible products we know you’ll love. View the day's full agenda here.
Need 3 reasons to attend?
1) Unparalleled inspiration and learning
Hear from a powerhouse line-up of global leaders, entrepreneurs, and visionaries – including GRAMMY-winner Eve, design mogul Kelly Hoppen, and entrepreneur Rochelle Humes. Explore themes like Women’s Wealth & Financial Empowerment, Female Entrepreneurship, and Gender Equity in Health across our Step Forward and Ambition stages. Plus, attend hands-on workshops in The Boardroom, with practical takeaways on investment, networking, and impactful content creation. Walk away inspired, equipped, and ready to step forward in your career.
"The Step Forward Summit really boosted my enthusiasm through listening to other women's achievements! The content and quality of the speakers were excellent." – Step Forward Attendee, 2024
2) Unmissable networking
Surround yourself with like-minded, ambitious women in an environment designed to spark connections, collaborations and meaningful conversations. Meet industry leaders, potential mentors and new friends at our dedicated networking lunch – an exclusive opportunity to build relationships in a relaxed setting. The day doesn't end there – cap it off with evening cocktails and canapés, and let our DJ set the tone for the weekend.
"The female-centric environment and the platform the Step Forward Summit created for ambitious women to reflect, thrive and set personal goals and challenges was just incredible." – Step Forward Attendee, 2024
3) Exclusive brand experiences
Sip wine at Caudalie’s bar and indulge in their premium skincare range while enjoying a sushi conveyor belt. Unwind in Pandora’s lounge, complete with cosy chairs, freshly brewed coffee, and cinnamon buns. Capture memories in the photobooth and leave an inspiring note to your future self. Treat yourself to a relaxing session at Townhouse Nails, and explore Logitech’s wellbeing-focused workspace pop-up, featuring ergonomic solutions and hand yoga sessions designed to enhance productivity and wellbeing.
Speakers that inspire action
With an extraordinary speaker line-up, this year’s event promises to be our most inspiring yet. Some of the incredible women and leaders joining us include –
- Eve – GRAMMY, Daytime EMMY, BET & MTV Video Music Award-winning icon
- Kelly Hoppen – Interior Designer, Entrepreneur & Founder
- Rochelle Humes – Broadcaster, Founder & Entrepreneur
- Kadeena Cox OBE – Five-time Paralympic Champion
- Georgia Harrison – Journalist, Documentary Maker & Activist
- Claire Isnard – Global Chief People & Organisation Officer, Chanel
- Mathilde Thomas – Co-Founder of Caudalie
- Josie Noughton – CEO & Co-Founder, Choose Love
- Alice Aedy – Impact Visual Storyteller
- Viv Paxinos – CEO, AllBright
- Mimi Ikonn – Co-Founder of Intelligent Change
- Priya Ahluwalia – Creative and Film Director
- Rezzy Ghadjar – Television and Radio Presenter
- Eshita Kabra-Davies – Founder & CEO of By Rotation
- Dr Nighat Arif – GPwSI in Women’s Health, Author, Keynote Speaker, Content Creator & Medical Broadcaster
- Lisa Conway-Hughes – Wealth Adviser and Founder
- Mitesh Sheth MBE – CIO, Newton Investment Management
- Sarah Chenery – Marketing Director, Pandora
- Daisy Morris – Founder, The Selfhood
- Lemon Fuller – CEO & Founder, Lemonade Dolls
- Bola Sol – Financial Wellness Coach & Author
- Teresa Ferreira – Marketing & Digital Leader
- Wei Shen-Corry – Head of Software Engineering, Logitech
- Erin Platts – CEO, Octopus Ventures
- Lisa Picardo – Chief Business Officer, PensionBee
- Tiwalola Adebayo – Founder of Confident and Killing It, Positive Psychology Coach
- Lamees Butt – Founder & CEO, RISER
View the day's full agenda here.
We can’t wait to see you there – mark your calendars and join us for a day of impactful discussions, meaningful connections and bold action!
