MHEDA’s 2026 Women in Industry Conference to Focus on Leadership, Influence and Action
November 2–3 event in Rosemont, IL, will bring women together for practical education and peer connections.
The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) will host its 2026 Women in Industry Conference November 2–3 at the Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel in Rosemont, Illinois. Designed to help women strengthen their professional impact, the conference combines expert-led education, interactive roundtables and networking.
Workplace performance expert and author Henna Pryor will lead sessions on communicating with credibility and developing executive presence. Former police chief, leadership expert and author Kristen Ziman will share strategies for navigating change, making decisions under pressure and building trust through accountability.
Attendees will exchange perspectives on industry trends and workplace challenges, then develop personalized action plans to apply what they’ve learned.
The event begins November 2 with a Welcome Dinner and a give-back opportunity supporting Sarah’s Inn. Attendees can contribute gifts for teens or help assemble stocking stuffer bags. Educational programming takes place November 3.
Early bird registration offers $200 savings, with an October 7 deadline. Visit MHEDA’s website for the full agenda and registration information.
About The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA)
The MHEDA community is where industry professionals come to expand their network, strengthen their businesses, and elevate the material handling industry. Through educational programs, industry insights, shared best practices, and resources for every member, MHEDA is home to everyone in the material handling industry. Discover more about MHEDA and how we empower the material handling industry at www.mheda.org.
