International Day is WEConnect International’s annual global convening designed to connect women-owned businesses with multinational buyers, partners, and ecosystem leaders.

Each year, the event brings together 200–300 participants from key sourcing markets — including the U.S., Canada, India, Mexico, Brazil, the U.K., Kenya, Japan, and beyond — alongside 50+ multinational corporations, government representatives, and global partners.

The focus is simple: create intentional space for connection, learning, and engagement that supports global growth and long-term opportunity.

International Day blends insight, peer exchange, and structured engagement to help participants move from visibility to real opportunity.

International Day 2026 will feature:

• Corporate perspectives and expert panels on evolving buyer requirements, global sourcing trends, and what it takes to compete in international markets.

• Peer learning and cross-market exchange, offering space to share experiences and navigate the realities of scaling responsibly and competitively.

• Structured buyer–supplier engagement, designed to support purposeful conversations aligned with sourcing priorities, alongside informal networking.

• An evening reception, creating additional space to deepen relationships across regions and industries.

International Day is designed for:

• Women-owned businesses that are growth-oriented and interested in expanding visibility, strengthening readiness, and building global relationships

• Multinational corporate buyers seeking to connect with qualified women-owned suppliers and explore emerging sourcing markets

• Government and ecosystem partners committed to supporting trade, innovation, and economic growth

Ticket Refund Policy:

• Refund requests submitted 30 or more days before the event will receive a 50% refund.

• Refund requests submitted less than 30 days before the event will not be eligible for a refund.

• Transferring a ticket to another individual within the same ticket category is allowed for up to 30 days before the event.

• All requests should be sent to events@weconnectinternational.org.

• Please include "International Day 2026 - Refund/Ticket Transfer Request - [Company Name]" in the subject line.

There are multiple ways to participate in International Day:

• Register to attend as a woman-owned business, corporate buyer, or ecosystem partner. 

• Express early interest. Let us know you’re planning to attend so we can better shape programming, matchmaking, and networking opportunities. 

• Apply to speak. We are currently accepting proposals from certified women-owned businesses interested in contributing insights and perspectives to the program.

• Explore sponsorship opportunities. Engage with our global audience of buyers and women-owned businesses as an event sponsor.