Women business owners, executives and leaders across Broward and Palm Beach have a new date to circle. The South Florida Women's Business Conference and Expo takes place Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026, from 1 to 9 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Deerfield Beach Boca Raton, 100 Fairway Drive, Deerfield Beach.
The event is organized by the Broward County Chamber of Commerce together with the South Florida Women's Chamber of Commerce, and the official event listing on Eventbrite says exhibitor space is open to businesses in every industry. Chamber membership is not required to exhibit.
What the Event Is
The organizers describe the conference and expo as a day of "introductions, discovery, and opportunity." It brings together women who own businesses, women who lead organizations, women who want to become leaders, and the companies that want to meet and work with them.
The format centers on an exhibit floor. Businesses set up booths, and attendees walk the room to meet them face to face. The listing describes each booth as "a place to make an introduction that an online ad cannot," where an exhibitor can explain what makes the business different, show products or services and start conversations that may lead to customers, referrals and partnerships.
The event runs eight hours, in person, from early afternoon into the evening. That window gives working owners and executives a chance to attend after a morning at the office or to stop in after work.
Key Details at a Glance
- Date: Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
- Time: 1 to 9 p.m.
- Place: DoubleTree by Hilton Deerfield Beach Boca Raton, 100 Fairway Drive, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
- Organizers: Broward County Chamber of Commerce and South Florida Women's Chamber of Commerce
- Exhibitors: all industries welcome, no Chamber membership required
- Exhibitor reservations: WomensTradeShow.com, as listed by the organizer
- Questions: (954) 565-5750 or MemberServices@SouthFloridaChamber.org
- Refund policy: no refunds, according to the Eventbrite listing
The listing calls the hotel by two names, the Hilton Deerfield Beach Boca Raton and the DoubleTree by Hilton Deerfield Beach Boca Raton. Both point to the same address on Fairway Drive.
Who Should Attend
The organizers invite women business owners, women executives, women business leaders and women who aspire to become leaders. They also invite "anyone who wants to meet them," which opens the door to bankers, advisers, suppliers, nonprofit leaders and other business owners who want to build relationships with women led companies.
For a founder in her first few years, the expo is a chance to meet more established owners in one room and hear how they found customers, partners and financing. For an executive at a larger company, it is a way to meet local suppliers and service providers. For someone planning a move into leadership, it offers a room full of people who have already made that move.
Who Should Exhibit
The listing gives a broad list of businesses that fit the exhibitor floor:
- Women owned businesses and entrepreneurs
- Businesses with women executives and leaders
- Professional services and business to business companies
- Healthcare, wellness, finance, real estate and technology providers
- Retail, hospitality, education and community organizations
- Any company seeking new customers, referrals, partnerships or visibility
That last line matters. A company does not need to be women owned to take a booth. Any business that wants to reach women owners, executives and leaders, or the people who work with them, can exhibit.
How to Reserve Exhibitor Space
The organizer directs exhibitors to reserve space at WomensTradeShow.com. Questions about booth options and exhibitor information go to the Broward County Chamber of Commerce at (954) 565-5750 or MemberServices@SouthFloridaChamber.org. The Eventbrite listing does not show booth prices, so owners should ask about cost, booth size, what is included and setup times when they call or email.
Because the listing states a no refund policy, owners should confirm the date and their staffing before they commit. A booth that sits empty for part of an eight hour day is money spent without a return.
Getting the Most From a Booth
An expo booth works best when it is planned like a short sales campaign. A few practical steps help small exhibitors stand out on a busy floor:
- Decide on one clear goal for the day, such as booking consultations, collecting referrals or meeting partners
- Prepare a short description of the business that can be said in under 30 seconds
- Bring a simple way to collect contact details, with a reason for visitors to share them
- Staff the booth in shifts so someone fresh is always there across the eight hours
- Bring printed material with a phone number and website that are easy to read
- Plan a follow up message to send within a few days while the conversation is still fresh
Owners who have never exhibited can ask the Chamber what other exhibitors usually bring and how the floor is laid out. That information helps with signs, tables and power needs.
Getting the Most as an Attendee
Attendees do not need a booth to benefit. A short plan makes the afternoon and evening more productive:
- Look at the exhibitor list ahead of time if the organizer shares one
- Pick a handful of businesses to meet, such as possible customers, suppliers or advisers
- Bring business cards or a digital way to share contact information
- Ask exhibitors what kind of customer or partner they are looking for
- Note the names and needs of the people you meet so follow up is specific
Because the event runs until 9 p.m., attendees who cannot get away during the workday can still arrive in the evening.
Why the Timing Works
Mid November is a useful point in the business year. Many owners are setting budgets and plans for 2027, and many buyers are deciding which vendors to use next year. Meeting new customers and partners in person before the holiday slowdown can help a business start January with a fuller pipeline.
The conference also falls in a busy week for regional business events, so owners who want to attend more than one should plan their calendars early.
Deerfield Beach Location
The DoubleTree by Hilton Deerfield Beach Boca Raton sits on Fairway Drive in Deerfield Beach, near the Broward and Palm Beach county line. That location puts the event within reach of owners in north Broward, south Palm Beach and the communities around Boca Raton, Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach and Coconut Creek.
Attendees should check parking details with the organizer or the hotel before the event.
Before You Register
The Eventbrite listing is the main public source for the event. Owners deciding whether to exhibit or attend should keep a few points in mind:
- Confirm booth pricing and what is included before paying
- Note the no refund policy listed on Eventbrite
- Ask whether attendee tickets are required and what they cost
- Plan staffing for the full 1 to 9 p.m. window if exhibiting
- Use the Chamber's office line or member services email for questions
Questions to Ask Before Booking a Booth
A short call to the Chamber office can answer most of the questions that decide whether a booth pays off. Owners can ask how many exhibitors and attendees are expected, whether booths include a table, chairs and electricity, when exhibitors may set up and break down, and whether food or drinks are part of the evening program. It also helps to ask whether exhibitors receive a list of attendees or any promotion before the event, and whether shared or smaller booth options are available for very small businesses. Writing the answers down makes it easier to compare this expo with other regional events competing for the same marketing budget.
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Key Facts
When is the South Florida Women's Business Conference and Expo?
The South Florida Women's Business Conference and Expo takes place Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026, from 1 to 9 p.m. It is held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Deerfield Beach Boca Raton, 100 Fairway Drive, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441, according to the official Eventbrite listing posted by the Broward County Chamber of Commerce.
Who organizes the women's business expo?
The Broward County Chamber of Commerce organizes the event together with the South Florida Women's Chamber of Commerce. The Eventbrite listing is posted by the Broward County Chamber. Questions and exhibitor information go to the Chamber office at (954) 565-5750 or by email to MemberServices@SouthFloridaChamber.org, as listed on the event page.
Do exhibitors need to be Chamber members?
No. The listing states that Chamber membership is not required to exhibit and that all industries are welcome. Exhibitors can include women owned firms, companies with women leaders, professional services, healthcare, wellness, finance, real estate, technology, retail, hospitality, education and community groups, plus any company seeking customers, referrals or partnerships.
How do businesses reserve a booth?
The organizer directs exhibitors to reserve space at WomensTradeShow.com. The Eventbrite listing does not show booth prices, so owners should call (954) 565-5750 or email MemberServices@SouthFloridaChamber.org to ask about cost, booth size and setup. The listing states a no refund policy, so owners should confirm details before paying.
Who is invited to attend the expo?
The organizers invite women business owners, women executives, women business leaders and women who aspire to become leaders. They also welcome anyone who wants to meet, support, learn from or do business with these women. The event runs eight hours in person, so attendees can arrive in the afternoon or after work.
