Frequently Asked

Answers for SIS Summit, the Gala, and SIS Week.

Everything you need to know about September 20–25, 2026 — the flagship in Chelsea NYC, the Gala, and the city pop-ups that follow.

Venue

The Maison Project · Chelsea, NYC

September 20–21, 2026 · Flagship Summit & Gala

Stay nearby

The Standard High Line, The Hoxton Chelsea, The Maritime, Dream Downtown, Hotel Americano, Moxy NYC Chelsea — all within walking distance.

Section 01

About SIS Summit & SIS Week 2026

What is SIS Summit & Gala 2026?

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SIS Summit & Gala 2026: The Evolution is the flagship Sistas in Sales experience in New York City. It brings together women in sales, revenue leaders, executives, creators, sponsors, recruiters, and partners for a two-day experience focused on AI fluency, executive voice, content power, career access, and community.

The flagship Summit & Gala takes place September 20–21, 2026 in NYC.

What is SIS Week?

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SIS Week is the multi-city extension of the flagship Summit. After the NYC Summit & Gala, SIS Week continues through pop-ups, dinners, workshops, recruiting experiences, content moments, and leadership salons across NYC, ATL, DMV, and London.

SIS Week Pop-Ups take place September 22–25, 2026.

What is the difference between SIS Summit and SIS Week?

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SIS Summit & Gala is the flagship in-person experience in New York City on September 20–21, 2026.

SIS Week is the decentralized city activation experience happening after the Summit from September 22–25, 2026 across NYC, ATL, DMV, and London.

The simple version:

  • September 20–21: Everyone gathers in NYC for the flagship Summit & Gala.
  • September 22–25: SIS Week continues through city pop-ups.
  • Together: It becomes one connected week shaping the future of sales.

Is this one event or multiple events?

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It is one connected SIS 2026 experience with multiple ways to participate.

You can attend the flagship Summit & Gala in NYC, join a city pop-up near you, participate as a sponsor, nominate someone for the Gala, apply to host a pop-up, join the Creator Circle, or experience the full week.

What is the theme of SIS Summit 2026?

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The theme is The Evolution.

The Summit focuses on AI fluency, executive voice, content power, and career access for the next era of women in sales and revenue leadership.

Sales is evolving fast. SIS Summit 2026 helps women in sales evolve with it.

Section 02

Venue & Nearby Hotels

Where is the NYC Summit & Gala located?

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The flagship SIS Summit & Gala 2026 will take place at The Maison Project in Chelsea, New York City.

Chelsea is centrally located on Manhattan's west side, with easy access via the 1, 2, 3, A, C, E, F, M, and L trains. Final arrival, check-in, and load-in details will be shared directly with registered attendees ahead of the event.

Are there hotels near the venue?

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Yes. The Maison Project is in the heart of Chelsea, surrounded by hotels at a range of price points — most within a 5 to 15 minute walk of the venue.

  • The Standard, High Line
  • The Maritime Hotel
  • Dream Downtown
  • The Hoxton, Chelsea
  • Hotel Americano
  • The High Line Hotel
  • Moxy NYC Chelsea
  • The Gansevoort Meatpacking
  • Hyatt House Chelsea
  • citizenM New York Times Square (a short subway ride)

Book early — September is a high-demand season in NYC. A curated hotel block or partner rate, if available, will be announced to ticket holders.

What's the best way to get to the venue?

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The closest subway lines to Chelsea are the 1 (23rd St / 18th St / 14th St), the A, C, E (14th St / 23rd St), and the L (8th Ave). Rideshare and taxis run reliably along the west side. We recommend allowing extra time during evening arrivals for the Gala.

Is the venue accessible?

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Yes. If you have specific accessibility needs or accommodations, please reach out to the SIS team after purchasing your ticket so we can support your experience.

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Tickets & Attendance

Who should attend SIS Summit 2026?

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SIS Summit 2026 is built for women in sales, revenue, customer success, partnerships, business development, account management, sales leadership, entrepreneurship, and go-to-market roles.

It is also a strong fit for executives, recruiters, sponsors, creators, founders, sales managers, and professionals preparing for the future of work.

Do I have to work in sales to attend?

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No. While Sistas in Sales is rooted in sales and revenue leadership, the Summit is also valuable for business women, creators, entrepreneurs, operators, marketers, recruiters, and leaders who want to build visibility, strengthen their professional network, and understand how AI is changing work.

Can men attend?

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Yes. Allies, sponsors, executives, recruiters, partners, and supporters are welcome. SIS centers women in sales while creating rooms where the broader business community can support, hire, partner with, and invest in women revenue leaders.

Do I need to be a Sistas in Sales member to attend?

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No. Non-members can attend. SIS members may receive special pricing, early access, or member-only opportunities depending on ticket availability.

What does my ticket include?

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Ticket details may vary by ticket type. The flagship Summit experience may include access to mainstage programming, AI-literacy sessions, workshops, recruiting experiences, sponsor activations, networking, and community moments.

Gala access, VIP access, and SIS Week pop-up access may be ticketed separately depending on the package.

Are Gala tickets separate from Summit tickets?

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Some ticket types may include Gala access, while others may be Summit-only or Gala-only. Please review the ticket options carefully before purchasing.

Will the event sell out?

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Yes, capacity is limited. The 2025 experience sold out, and 2026 is expected to move quickly. We recommend purchasing tickets early.

What cities are part of SIS Week?

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SIS Week Pop-Ups are planned for NYC, ATL, DMV, and London.

Can I attend only a city pop-up?

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Yes. SIS Week is designed so people can join through local city activations, even if they are not attending the full flagship Summit in NYC.

Can I attend both the NYC Summit and a city pop-up?

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Yes. Attendees who want the full SIS 2026 experience are encouraged to attend the flagship Summit & Gala in NYC and participate in SIS Week Pop-Ups.

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Programming & Experience

What will happen at the Summit?

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The Summit will include mainstage programming, keynotes, panels, AI-literacy workshops, recruiting experiences, sponsor activations, content and creator moments, networking, and community experiences.

What will happen at the Gala?

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The SIS Awards Dinner & Gala is a black-tie celebration honoring excellence, leadership, achievement, and community across sales and revenue. The evening may include awards, entertainment, networking, sponsor moments, and executive recognition.

What topics will the Summit cover?

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Key topics include AI fluency, modern sales strategy, content power, executive voice, personal brand, career access, revenue leadership, recruiting, future-of-work skills, and community-driven advancement.

What does “AI fluency” mean?

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AI fluency means knowing how to use AI as a co-pilot in pipeline, prospecting, productivity, customer insight, storytelling, and leadership. The goal is not to fear AI, but to understand how to work with it confidently.

What does “content power” mean?

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Content power is the ability to turn your expertise into visibility, trust, and opportunity. For sales professionals and business women, content is not about becoming an influencer. It is about being seen as credible, thoughtful, and ready for bigger rooms.

Will there be recruiting opportunities?

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Yes. Recruiting and career access are core parts of the SIS experience. Attendees may have opportunities to meet recruiters, hiring managers, sponsors, executives, and partners through curated programming and activations.

Will there be workshops?

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Yes. The Summit will include skill-building sessions and workshops focused on the tools, language, and strategies shaping the future of sales.

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Nominations

How do I nominate someone for the SIS Awards Dinner & Gala?

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You can submit a nomination through the nomination form on the website once nominations are open.

Who should I nominate?

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Nominate a woman in sales, revenue, leadership, entrepreneurship, or business who is making a meaningful impact through excellence, innovation, leadership, community, or career achievement.

Can I nominate myself?

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Yes. Self-nominations are welcome.

What information do I need to nominate someone?

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You will typically need the nominee's name, role, company or business, contact information, award category if applicable, and a brief explanation of why they should be recognized.

When do nominations close?

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Nomination deadlines will be listed on the website once the nomination window opens.

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SIS Week Pop-Ups

What is a SIS Week Pop-Up?

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A SIS Week Pop-Up is a local activation hosted in partnership with SIS during the week after the flagship Summit. Pop-ups may include dinners, workshops, salons, recruiting events, creator moments, company-hosted experiences, or community gatherings.

Who can apply to host a pop-up?

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Companies, community leaders, venues, sponsors, creators, founders, and SIS members may apply to host or collaborate on a SIS Week Pop-Up.

What cities can host pop-ups?

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The planned 2026 SIS Week cities are NYC, ATL, DMV, and London.

What types of pop-ups are you looking for?

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We are looking for high-quality experiences that support career access, AI fluency, executive voice, content power, recruiting, leadership development, wellness, networking, or community connection.

Examples include private dinners, breakfast salons, workshops, recruiting mixers, creator studios, office activations, and executive roundtables.

Do pop-up collaborators need to pay?

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Some pop-up opportunities may require sponsorship, production support, venue support, or other investment depending on the format. The SIS team will review each application and follow up with next steps.

How do I apply to host a pop-up?

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Use the "Apply to Host a Pop-Up" form on the website.

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Creator Circle

What is the SIS Creator Circle?

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The SIS Creator Circle is a group of creators, storytellers, professionals, and community voices who help capture, amplify, and tell the story of SIS Summit and SIS Week.

Who should apply to be a creator?

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Apply if you create content around career, sales, business, leadership, lifestyle, future of work, AI, entrepreneurship, professional development, or community.

Do I need a large following to apply?

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No. We value quality, professionalism, storytelling ability, audience trust, and alignment with the SIS mission. A large following is helpful, but it is not the only factor.

What will creators do?

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Creators may capture content, attend select experiences, participate in creator moments, share event coverage, interview attendees or partners, and help amplify the story of women leading the future of sales.

How do I apply?

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Use the "Join the Creator Circle" form on the website.

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Sponsorship & Partnerships

How can my company partner with SIS Summit 2026?

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Companies can partner through sponsorship, recruiting activations, mainstage moments, workshops, city pop-ups, content partnerships, dinners, creator collaborations, and brand activations.

Why should sponsors invest?

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SIS gives sponsors trusted access to high-intent sales professionals, revenue leaders, emerging creators, buyers, and decision-makers through one flagship Summit, four city pop-ups, and a community built over nearly a decade.

Sponsorship is not just visibility. It is pipeline, trust, talent access, market relevance, and meaningful connection.

What types of sponsors are a good fit?

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Strong sponsor fits include companies focused on technology, AI, SaaS, media, advertising, enterprise sales, recruiting, workplace solutions, productivity tools, financial services, beauty, fashion, wellness, travel, hospitality, and brands seeking meaningful connection with women in revenue.

Can sponsors activate in only one city?

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Yes. Sponsors may be able to activate at the flagship Summit, in one city, across multiple cities, or throughout the full SIS 2026 experience.

Can sponsors recruit at the Summit?

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Yes. Recruiting and talent access are major parts of the SIS experience. Sponsors can explore recruiting activations, branded sessions, networking opportunities, and direct engagement with attendees.

How do I request sponsorship information?

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Use the "Partner With SIS" or "Request Sponsorship Details" button on the website.

Section 09

Logistics

Will there be a virtual option?

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Select content, recaps, or livestream moments may be available depending on the final program. Full details will be shared closer to the event.

What should I wear?

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For the Summit, wear polished conference or business attire that reflects your personal style. For the Gala, black-tie or formal attire is encouraged.

Can I transfer my ticket?

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Ticket transfer policies will be shared at the time of purchase.

Are refunds available?

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Refund policies will be listed on the ticketing page. Please review all ticket terms before purchasing.

How can I stay updated?

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Subscribe to the SIS Dispatch for Summit updates, partner announcements, jobs, AI-literacy resources, nomination deadlines, creator opportunities, pop-up updates, and invitations.

Still have questions?

Talk to the SIS team.

For ticketing, accessibility, sponsorship, nominations, or pop-up questions — reach out and we'll get back to you.