“JPMorganChase understands the critical role women play in driving economic growth and strengthening communities,” said Jill Wilcox, Market Executive, JPMorganChase Commercial Banking. “When women succeed, communities thrive. We’re proud to continue investing in women’s leadership and shining a light on the leaders shaping our region.”

The 2026 100 Wise Women series marks a significant milestone year, featuring four extraordinary women leaders whose work spans real estate and community development, faith and nonprofit leadership, corporate leadership, and global humanitarian impact. Each event includes facilitated table conversations designed to encourage connection, reflection, and learning across career stages.

2026 Keynote Speakers:

• March 20, 2026 – Valle Jones, Louisville-based real estate developer and civic leader
• June 26, 2026 – Rev. Dr. Jamesetta Ferguson, Senior Pastor, St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, and Founder, MOLO Village Community Development Corporation
• August 28, 2026 – Gina Tobin, President, Texas Roadhouse
• November 20, 2026 – Lonnie Ali, global humanitarian, civic leader, and co-founder and lifetime director of the Muhammad Ali Center

The series will kick off on March 20, 2026, featuring keynote speaker Valle Jones, whose career spans more than three decades of community-focused real estate development, historic preservation, and civic leadership. Jones is known for co-developing Whiskey Row Lofts and partnering on transformational projects across Louisville’s West End and beyond. She is also the co-founder of My Sister’s Place, Washington, D.C.’s first crisis intervention and shelter program for women and children experiencing domestic violence.

The 20th anniversary year will culminate with a special November event featuring Lonnie Ali, bringing the full arc of the series together with reflections on leadership, legacy, and service.

Registration is now open for the 2026 100 Wise Women Series Pass, which guarantees access to all four events and offers the best value for attendees. Individual tickets are currently available for the March 20 event. Capacity is limited, and events historically sell out.

All 2026 events will be held from 8:00–10:00 a.m. at The Olmsted, 3701 Frankfort Ave., on the campus of Masonic Homes of Kentucky. Tickets are $65 per individual event, with savings available for series pass purchasers and Leadership Louisville Center members. Sponsorships are also available. Proceeds from the series benefit the Women’s Leadership Scholarship Fund.

For registration and additional information, visit
www.leadershiplouisville.org/100-wise-women
or contact the Leadership Louisville Center at (502) 561-0458 or lead@leadershiplouisville.org.