3rd Annual
WIB Gala
November 14th
5:30pm
Great Hall at Memorial Union
800 Langdon St, Madison, WI 53706
EVENT SCHEDULE:
5:30: Check-In & Cocktail Hour
5:30: Silent Auction & Raffle
6:00: Welcome
6:30: Hors d’oeuvres are served
7:00: Welcome from DAIS
7:30: Alumni & Invited Guest Panel: Icons in the Making: Women Leading with Timeless Vision
8:30: Dessert is served
This Year’s Theme
“Guided by Light” is inspired by the way a lantern lights the path one step at a time. We each have our own light to share, and the women around us can help guide us when we cannot see the path ahead. When we let our own light shine and come together, we can light the path for one another.
Dress Code: cocktail attire
Dress in what makes you feel confident, comfortable, and your best. Cocktail attire is encouraged, with our color palette serving as inspiration for your look. Whether you choose to follow the palette or add your own twist, let your personal style shine. Come as your own light, and celebrate the women who help make yours shine brighter.
Charity Partnership
This year, once again, we will be partnering with Domestic Abuse Intervention Services (DAIS). Proceeds from ticket sales & the event will go to support their mission.
Accommodations
To accommodate your visit, we’ve put together a list of a few hotels nearby. To ensure your spot, book as soon as possible!
2025 WIB GALA
Last year’s gala was a resounding success, bringing together passionate change-makers for an evening of purpose and community.
Thank you to everyone who attended, donated, and helped make this event a celebration of empowerment and hope - not only for WIB, but also for our community partner DAIS.
2024 WIB GALA
Our first ever gala in 2024 was a resounding success, bringing together passionate change-makers for an evening of purpose and community. In proud partnership with DAIS, we raised $3,000 to support their mission of empowering survivors and advancing community safety. Thank you to everyone who attended, donated, and helped make this event a celebration of empowerment and hope.
Highlights from the evening included:
A vibrant atmosphere of networking among students, professionals, and advocates
Moving stories and insights from DAIS representatives
A shared commitment to driving change through empathy and action
All night long, the gala embodied the spirit of Women in Business, bringing people together to uplift others and lead with intention. Thank you to everyone who made the night unforgettable.
