WMN's LDRSHP Luncheon 2025

The Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce our second annual WMN's LDRSHP Luncheon, taking place at the brand-new, pristine Lake Estate on Winnisquam, a breathtaking resort along the sprawling shores of Lake Winnisquam.

This year's theme, Courage & Confidence, will be explored through the voices and stories of exceptional women leaders. In today's fast-changing workplace with more diversity, more opportunity, and more complexity than ever our community is witnessing a new era of leadership emerge. This gathering invites authentic conversation and genuine connection, where attendees will hear, learn, and embrace new pathways forward from a panel of top female leaders paving the way today. Topics will include transformative leadership, imperfect courage, presence, and growing beyond regret.

This is not just another networking lunch.
It is an intimate, curated experience designed for women small business owners, entrepreneurs, young professionals, and students ready to grow, stand out, elevate their careers, and strengthen their leadership skills. Catered by The Lake Estate, this luncheon offers a chance to gain immediate inspiration, forge meaningful connections, and engage with relatable leaders up close.

Agenda Highlights:

• Registration & Networking

• Welcome Remarks

• Panel Discussion with Five Inspirational Women:

  • Patti Rocco - Co Owner/Estate Manager, The Lake Estate on Winnisquam
  • Kandi Edson - Founder/Certified Public Accountant, KJE CPA, PLLC
  • Chef Nicole Barreira - Corporate Chef, Great NH Restaurants aka Chef Nicole® 
  • Mandie Hagan - Owner, Rowell's Services
  • Veronica Rosa - Chief Advancement Officer, Concord Hospital

• Facilitated by Leslie Sturgeon, Founder & Visionary of Women Inspiring Women, in collaboration with Karmen Gifford, President of the Lakes Region Chamber

• Audience Q&A & Connection Opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities are now available

Be among the first to experience this event in the grandeur of The Lake Estate on Winnisquam. Come prepared to be inspired, make valuable connections, and leave with renewed courage and confidence to pursue your goals.

Register TODAY. Seating is limited. Last year, this event sold out!

NOTE: Table Sponsors may reserve a table with their registered attendees. All other registered guests will be assigned seating.


Registration is available per person, and you're welcome to add multiple attendees under one registration. You may also reserve a Table Sponsorship for up to six guests, creating a shared experience for your group. For those registering as a Table Mentor Sponsor, you have the special opportunity to inspire the next generation of leaders by offering seats at your table to local high school students. We will gladly partner with local educators to match students with your table of six, giving them the chance to connect, learn, and be inspired by leaders like you.