Business of Advertising / Masterclass in Agency Ownership 2026 Women's Agency Ownership Summit
Thursday, April 16th 2026 / 9:30-5:30 followed by Cocktail Hour
Chicago at The Mart
222 Merchandise Mart Plaza Suite 470
Chicago, IL 60654
We want to increase the value of our agencies and our presence in this industry.
Join us Thursday, April 16th as we gather together in Chicago. We’ll dig deep into the business of advertising. Seasoned industry leaders and female agency owners within the Own It community will put on a Master Class in Agency Ownership.
Cost: $150
On The Docket
9:30 AM -11:00 AM Come Early and Connect with our Sponsors
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Check In and Lunch
12:00 PM WELCOME
Strategic Vision and Leadership Panels
12:15 PM Leadership Skills - Improv Keynote Experience with Sue Gillan
1:00 PM Setting the Vision
1:30 PM Driving & Managing Growth
2:00 PM Changing Course
15 Minute Break
Operational & Financial Mastery Panels
2:45 PM Formation & Ownership Structures, Exits & Mergers - Tax Strategy
3:15 PM Pricing, Profitability & Cash Flow
3:45 PM Team Culture
4:15 PM Exits & Mergers
15 Minute Break
Future Proofing
4:30 PM AI
5:00 PM Industry // Fire side Chat with Kat Gordon
5:30 PM Closing
5:35 – 7:00 PM Cocktail Hour sponsored by: 