Watauga Women in Leadership
"Women Empowering Each Other"
Mission
The mission of Watauga Women in Leadership (WWIL) is to empower High Country women in business and leadership in all stages of their careers. The organization presents events that support women through networking and educational speakers. We hope to enable and grow business, support and mentoring opportunities among professional women in the High Country.
About
The Watauga Women in Leadership host several events a year, including:
- Multiple Coffee Connections - Short, morning programs that allow participants to network and share educational experiences.
- An annual Watauga Women in Leadership Gala in the fall with a rotating topic or theme. Information about the previous year's gala, Evergreen Voices, can be found here.
In addition, Watauga Women in Leadership enjoys supporting events sponsored by other organizations that serve and support the women of the High Country.
Chamber Members: You will automatically receive the benefit of participating in any of the Watauga Women in Leadership events throughout the year.
Not a Chamber Member?
You’re still welcome to attend WWIL events! If you or your organization aren’t currently members of the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce, we encourage you to consider joining. Membership connects you to a network of professionals, resources, and opportunities designed to help everyone thrive in our community. For Coffee Connections events, we kindly ask non-members to contribute a $5 participation fee.
Spotlighting Women in Leadership
A New WWIL Storytelling Series
Throughout the year, we’ll be sharing features that align with the themes of our WWIL Coffee Connections and Gala events, highlighting women who embody leadership, resilience, and impact in our region. A special thank you to Kayla Lasure, a dedicated Watauga Women in Leadership committee member, for volunteering her time to help tell these stories. Through her writing, we’ll shine a light on the experiences and achievements of women who are making a difference in their fields and in our community.
Contact Lindsay Cook for more information about Watauga Women in Leadership or call (828) 264-2225.
Special thanks to our generous event sponsors, Beech Mountain Resort, First Horizon Bank, and Appalachian State’s Walker College of Business for providing us support which allows us to offer events like these to enhance your WWIL experience.