INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY WEEKEND | MARCH 6-7, 2026 | TAMPA, FL




High-Impact Panels with nationally recognized nurse executives & founders
VIP Night Access now included for elevated networking and curated moments
The Pitch Competition watch or compete to win funding + visibility
Sponsor Marketplace featuring brands that invest in nurses
Meet and network with nurse leaders from across the U.S. — and around the world. Attendees are flying in from Canada, the UK, Australia, and more,
We’re hosting NMBM on the University of Tampa’s campus inside the cutting-edge John P. Lowth Entrepreneurship Center
No upgrade needed — VIP Night is now part of every ticket. That means more access, deeper connection, and a curated kickoff to your weekend.
We’re giving attendees a platform to pitch their business ideas live for visibility, feedback, and a chance to win support to scale.
Expect elevated programming, next-level conversations, and more intentional opportunities to connect, collaborate, and grow with nurses building in real time.

This experience is built for the nurse who’s done playing small.
For the clinician who’s tired of the ceiling and ready to build the table.
For the healthcare professional with big ideas, but no roadmap (yet).
Business professionals or aspiring entrepreneurs who need guidance on how to start.
Kick off the weekend with intentional connection, elevated energy, and direct access to speakers, sponsors, entrepreneurs and nurse leaders who are building boldly — just like you. VIP Night is where strategy starts before the main stage even begins.




Dr. Farah Laurent is an award-winning international speaker, LinkedIn Top Voice for Nursing and Public Speaking, and the powerhouse behind Nurses Making Business Moves.
With six board certifications, a Doctorate in Nursing Practice, and a Master’s in Education, Dr. Farah is known for her bold voice in healthcare leadership, nurse career development, and entrepreneurship.
As a certified nurse career coach and former NYU faculty member, she helps nurses build standout personal brands, land their dream roles, and launch purpose-driven businesses through her signature coaching programs and signature events. Dr. Farah has been featured on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Black Enterprise, Sirius XM, and more.
A true trailblazer and motivator, she shows nurses what’s possible when you lead with grit, strategy, and authenticity.
