Give Knowledge, Gain Influence:
The Ripple Effect of Women Empowering Women 

Monday, March 9, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
850 76^th St. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49315

Provided by the SpartanNash Women’s Inclusion Network (WIN & Allies), this Michigan Council for Women in Technology (MCWT) ConnectNet event celebrates International Women’s Day through connection, conversation and shared learning. The evening will feature networking and a moderated panel discussion centered on this year’s theme, “Give to Gain,” exploring the ripple effect of women empowering women through shared knowledge, mentorship and advocacy.

The event will bring together leaders from SpartanNash and local companies alongside SpartanNash WIN & Allies ARG participants and MCWT members, including both professionals and students. Prior to the panel, guests are invited to connect over food catered by Forest Hills Foods.

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REGISTRATION CLOSES: Friday, March 6, 2026

ConnectNet is an informal, interactive event that allows members to easily plug into an inclusive and influential network. These quarterly events are an opportunity for MCWT members to network and make connections. High-caliber students, professionals, entrepreneurs, managers, leaders, and people in transition from all backgrounds, industries, and educational institutions attend for social, personal, and professional development and growth. 

ConnectNet promotes strong group dynamics, collaboration, and leadership cultivation while also encouraging the application of topics through active participation, facilitators, and guest speakers. For more information on ConnectNet events, contact connectnet@mcwt.org.For more information about the previous ConnectNet session, view our events archive here.