YOU BELONG HERE.
Greater Philadelphia’s largest professional women's growth community.
The Society where everyone thrives.
As a program of the Main Line Chamber of Commerce, SPW is aligned with the Greater Philadelphia community and a dynamic group of distinguished sponsors. These partnerships allow for growth and connection to an extensive network of professional women.
SPW is a community of people who believe in each other, support one another and create a more invincible you, because success is stronger when it’s shared.
From events to workshops and more, we want you to benefit from all that we offer. That’s what belonging is all about.
The Society for Professional Women (SPW) is a growth community for all women ready to succeed, built for how women actually live, lead, and evolve in the world.
You Belong Here.
You Grow Here.
You Learn Here.
You Lead Here.
You Make an Impact Here.
You Belong Here. You Grow Here. You Learn Here. You Lead Here. You Make an Impact Here.
What You’ll Find with SPW
Real community
Networking is just the beginning. You’ll create lasting, mutually beneficial relationships that matter.
A place to belong
Show up fully, where you can be your authentic self. Come as you are and be ready for who you can become.
Growth for real life
Define goals for your career, leadership, wellbeing, and purpose.
Opportunities to lead + influence
Amplify your voice and extend your impact.
SPW Events
When you take part in the events and activities of our community, you’ll find yourself energized and motivated about who you are as a professional, where you are in your career journey, and why you are doing what you are doing.
Here are just a few of the many programs and events sponsored by SPW:
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Trademark Events
Inspiring programs featuring notable keynote speakers, meaningful networking, and opportunities to connect with professionals from across the region.
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Lunch & Share
Interactive educational lunch programs with professionals covering various relevant topics. Followed by networking opportunities.
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Gold Leaf
The Women in Leadership Award recognizes outstanding female professionals who have impacted the Greater Main Line Region.
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Women Helping Women
A peer mentoring program for women of all generations and professional backgrounds to collaborate in a supportive forum.
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No Limits Leadership
Students and accomplished women leaders come together for mentorship, career exploration, and confidence-building.
Upcoming Trademark Events
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The Audacity Advantage: How Bold Leaders Own the Room and Lead the Conversation
Thursday, September 17, 2026
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
The Inn at Villanova University
601 County Line Road; Wayne, PA, 19087
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Step Into Your Power: Confidence, Courage, and Clarity in Action
Thursday, October 22, 2026
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Overbrook Golf Club
799 Godfrey Road; Villanova, PA, 19085
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Leading with Impact: A Fireside Chat with Judith von Seldeneck
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
The Desmond Malvern, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Liberty Boulevard; Malvern, PA, 19355
Being part of the SPW community provides the confidence and motivation needed to build your professional life in today’s world. Hear how others found their sense of:
belonging
confidence
growth
“I support SPW because I believe in its mission, and continued support is essential to ensure its impact and sustainability.”
“I can say with confidence that this is a place where real community is felt and shown.”
“Being part of SPW has been incredibly rewarding—the regular cadence of events fosters lasting relationships, the topics are always engaging, and I’ve grown both professionally and personally through the supportive community.”
SPW giving back.
Launched in 2009 by The Main Line Chamber of Commerce, SPW was founded to create a forum for women of all generations, industries and management levels to connect with one another, build leadership skills and support the region’s non-profits. SPW’s community has grown to more than 4,000 and has been regularly ranked as the largest women’s networking organization in the region by Philadelphia Business Journal. From the beginning, SPW has welcomed men who act as champions and also benefit from the great content shared.
Community you can feel
Platform for impact
Nonprofit partnerships
