MEETUP SCHEDULE 2025
Your fellow attendees have planned the best meetups! You’re sure to find one that fits your vibe. No need to sign-up, just show up! Unless otherwise noted, plan to meet at the pool and go from there.
FRIDAY AT 4:00 PM
Poolside Stories: Pivotal Moments & Business Breakthroughs Kick back by the pool, drink in hand, and swap the stories that don’t make it into our bios—the surprises, the detours, the moments of magic (and chaos) that has shaped us as people, entrepreneurs, and creatives. This relaxed meetup is all about sharing those pivotal, unexpected, or downright funny experiences that have made is into who we are.
Planner People Calling all planner lovers, sticker hoarders, and pen collectors! Join us for a fun-filled meet up where we’ll gush over layouts, swap tips, and celebrate the art of planning. Whether you’re a meticulous goal-setter, a creative journaler, or a chaotic genius with a love for lists, this is your hang out! Come for the planners, stay for the community!
Mompreneurs This is for all the women balancing entrepreneurship and mom life. Let’s share tips and tricks on running a business and being present as a mom.
Artists and Illustrators Meet, greet and follow fellow artists. Talk about topics like: what is an art brand and how to grow it, art in the age of AI, style and personal creative voice, niche vs multiprong artmaking, product lines, art & craft fairs, and the importance of having artsy friends.
Ana Bianchi and Flannery Good
Deep Roots, Strong Connections Like the strongest trees, lasting success grows from deep local roots. Join us for a dynamic conversation on how mentorship, local organizations, and industry connections fuel business growth. Come ready to share which local resources have impacted you most and discover new ones that have helped others thrive. Together, we’ll explore how strong local networks create ripple effects far beyond the conference.
YouTube! Why 2025 is the year to start and go all in on YouTube! We’ll be discussing best practices for starting and growing a Youtube channel for your business and mistakes newbies make! I’m here to answer all of your YouTube related questions!
Bringing the Party to Alt: Event Pros Meetup Events bring people together, so let’s create a moment just for us! If you’re an event stylist, planner, producer or balloon artist, this is your chance to meet fellow event pros, exchange ideas, and spark new collaborations. Whether you’re a seasoned planner or just starting out, let’s talk shop, trends, and trade secrets over great conversation.
Myri Dujovne and Jessica Brown
SUNDAY AT 5:00 PM
Las Vegas Creatives Connect Las Vegas is a city of inspiration from its vibrant neon lights to its breathtaking desert landscapes. This meetup is for Las Vegas local creatives looking to connect beyond Alt Summit! Whether you’re a designer, writer, artist, or entrepreneur, join us to share what sparks your creativity in Vegas, your favorite coffee shops, outdoor spaces, and events. Let’s build community, swap ideas, and keep the creative momentum going!
Authors and Publishing This meet up is for you if you’ve always wanted to write a book. It’s a big project that can sometimes feel scary or overwhelming, especially if you don’t know anyone who’s done it before, or you feel like you’re “not a writer.” Let’s gather to share resources and chat about our ideas & writing process, and how we can support each other along the way. Aspiring authors and women 40+ welcome!
BIPOC Creatives Join us for a vibrant gathering of BIPOC creatives at Altitude Summit! This meet-up is a space to connect, collaborate, and celebrate our unique voices in the creative industry. Whether you’re a designer, writer, entrepreneur, or artist, come share ideas, network, and build community with fellow creatives of color. Let’s uplift and inspire each other in an inclusive and supportive environment. See you there!
Nadine Fonseca and Christy Roushey
Substack Creators Let’s get together and talk all things Substack! We’ll swap what’s been working (and what’s flopping), share ideas, get inspired, and help each other out where we’re feeling stuck. Whether you’re looking for growth strategies, creative sparks, or just a space to connect with like-minded writers, this meetup is for you!
Clear & Connected: Alcohol-Free Women Looking to connect with like-minded women thriving without alcohol? Whether you’re sober-curious or years into your journey, this meetup is all about real conversations, loving support, and meaningful friendships. We’ll chat about social life, business, and creating a fulfilling alcohol-free lifestyle, maybe enjoy a few mocktails – no judgment, just genuine connections.
Michelle Plante and Monica Avila
Restorative Journaling to Connect with Self and Others Join us for a guided journaling gathering with contemplation and conversation. Reflect on restoration, collective healing, and community care in an inclusive space. Deconstruct hyper-individualistic narratives and embrace shared support. Nicole will lead with intentional prompts on seed paper—keep or plant them. Leave with a refreshed perspective and a deeper connection to journaling.
Women Who Travel Destination Highlights: Sharing favorite travel experiences, hidden gems, and must-visit places. Safety Tips: Discussing strategies for staying safe while traveling solo or in groups. Travel Hacks: Offering advice on packing efficiently, finding affordable accommodations, and scoring the best flight deals. Networking: Building connections with other like-minded travelers and possibly planning future trips together.
Cricut, Silhouette, Cutting and Laser Crafters Would love to get to know others in this specific niche! We get to know each other to connect and collaborate!
AAPI Women’s Connection Meetup Join us for a warm and welcoming hour of genuine connections, meaningful conversations, and supportive networking with fellow AAPI women. Whether you’re looking to expand your circle, share experiences, or simply be in a space where you feel seen and heard, this meetup is for you! Come as you are, leave with new friendships and inspirations.
MONDAY at 10 AM
Bay Area Baddies We’re a group of Bay Area Baddies that have met at ALT Summit. We value the connections made here and continue to nourish them once we return home. We’re a group of diverse creatives residing in the Bay or northern California. If you’d like to keep the ALT energy going even after the conference, join us! You’ll meet current and new members – we formed last year and have remained connected with virtual and in-person gatherings.
Moms Fighting for Democracy Mothers who want to fight and resist the current political state by peaceful movements, running for local and state government, organizing others to take action.
Creative Calm for Gen X Women You give so much to your work and creativity—this is your time to receive. Join Elizabeth for a laid-back, soul-nourishing meetup designed just for Gen X female creative entrepreneurs. We’ll explore how chronic stress drains your energy and creativity— and simple, science-backed ways to reset, restore, and reignite your spark. Come as you are. Leave feeling lighter, clearer, and more radiant than ever.
Podcast Guest & Host Power Hour: Connections, Collabs & Conversions Podcasting isn’t just about talking into a mic. It’s about strategic storytelling, powerful networking, and turning conversations into conversions. Whether you’re a podcast host hunting for high-caliber guests or an expert looking to land interviews that actually move the needle, this meetup is where the magic happens.
Learn CPR in Ten Minutes Instructing the public on how to do hands only CPR is Heide’s passion and is easier to learn than you might expect. Taking ten minutes to learn may even save someone’s life! Participants can put their hands on a portable model and gain some confidence in doing CPR right then and there.
Heide Sagliani
“Not only did I learn more than I ever anticipated, I have never been in the company of such a dynamic group of women, all there to meet and collaborate.”
Jaclynn Shweky
Set to Celebrate
Palm Springs, CA
Saguaro • The Ace • The Riviera
