Tipping Points: Redefining Progress in an Era of Disruption

During a period of intense change and challenge across the footwear industry, women leaders are at a crossroads. Advancement of female CEOs in the Fortune 500 has stalled, younger women are grappling with the “broken rung” phenomenon and companies are scaling back on formal initiatives to empower and promote women. At the same time, more women are reluctant to seek promotions — or are opting out of the workplace altogether — as child-care costs and lack of flexibility forces them to stay on the sidelines. The 2026 FN X Two Ten Women Who Rock event will tackle these vital issues and more, and honor the women and brands who are standing up and making change and driving real progress in our industry.

What it will take to reignite meaningful progress amid a challenging climate.

The big ways companies should be supporting women now and how that’s changed.

What success means to Gen Z women, and how that differs from older generations.

The role men should play in the conversation.

*subject to change

Lavan Midtown New York
641 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036

Female Forces From Nordstrom, Foot Locker and DSW On Pulling Up a Seat for the Next Generation + Advice for Their Younger Selves at Women Who Rock 2025
Laura Davis of DSW, Nordstrom's Tacey Powers and Kim Waldmann of Foot Locker were led in conversation by FN executive editor Katie Abel.

Betzábe González on Finding Inspiration in Her Mexican Culture, Working With an All-Female Team and Opening Doors for More Latina Designers: Women Who Rock
The founder of Betzábe discussed her brand at the FN x Two Ten Women Who Rock event on Feb. 4.

Marcia Kilgore, Marina Larroudé, Tamara Mellon and Sharifa Murdock Get Real About Mentorship and What It Means to Empower the Next Generation of Women
The group of power women discussed their career journeys a panel at FN's annual Women Who Rock event on Wednesday in New York City.

New Balance SVP Melissa Worth Reveals Why Women Must Learn to Advocate for Themselves
Worth was one of several respected industry voices to speak at FN and Two Ten's Women Who Rock event in New York City.

At the forum you'll get access to:

+ Engaging panels themed around the challenges and advancements of women in the footwear industry
+ Drinks and light bites
+ Interactive activations and partner experiences
+ Networking opportunities with like-minded professionals from diverse industry sectors

STANDARD RATE: $299
EARLY BIRD RATE: $249

*Early bird rates end on 04/03/2026

STANDARD RATE: $499
EARLY BIRD RATE: $449

*Early bird rates end on 04/03/2026

PARTNERSHIP INQUIRIES
Samantha Rumsky
srumsky@fairchildfashion.com

ATTENDEE INQUIRIES
Savannah Cihi
scihi@fairchildfashion.com