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Co-founders and speakers at the Girl Gang Conference inspired attendees with real stories and bold visions for success.Girl Gang Association

Girl Gang Connection Conference Returns to the South Shore

A Bold Call to Female Founders, Business Owners & Dreamers

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18 Apr 2025, 2:26 am

This spring, the South Shore’s most inspiring gathering for female entrepreneurs is back—and it’s bigger, bolder, and more powerful than ever.

The Girl Gang Connection Conference 2025, hosted by local changemakers Susan Davis (SHD Marketing, Norwell Community Market) and Melissa Smith (Hale Bone Broth, Hanover Farmers Market), invites women from all walks of life to come together for a transformative day of real talk, raw stories, and meaningful connection. Set against the vibrant energy of the South Shore’s booming women-led business scene, this event is more than just a conference—it’s a movement

This Year’s Theme: Redefining Success

At Girl Gang, the belief is simple but revolutionary: success isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s a deeply personal equation—your path, your power, and the impact only you can make. This year’s theme, "Meaningful Success: Path + Power + Impact," dives into just that. Whether you’re a seasoned founder, a side-hustle warrior, or a dreamer with a big idea, this is your space to get clear on what success truly looks like for you.

Unforgettable Speakers. Real Stories.

The day kicks off with a powerhouse keynote from Jane Cournan and Maria Allen, co-founders of South Shore Home, Life & Style, who will share “The Power of the Comeback”—a moving look at resilience, reinvention, and how our hardest chapters often lead to the most inspiring outcomes.

To close the day, Kristie Dean, founder of The Soul Project, will deliver a soul-stirring Impact Keynote on aligning passion with purpose, leaving attendees empowered to take their next bold step.

Throughout the day, expect authentic panels featuring 12 inspirational women who will share their stories and breakout workshops that will ensure you leave with actionable next steps that will make a difference in your business. And most importantly, you’ll get connection opportunities that go beyond business cards—this is about building community.

A South Shore Sisterhood

This isn’t your typical networking event. The Girl Gang Connection Conference is a vibrant hub of collaboration, creativity, and courage. It's where female founders, creatives, and change-makers come to learn from one another and lift each other up. The energy? Electric. The support? Unmatched.

“We created this space because we saw how powerful women can be when they stop competing and start connecting,” says co-founder Melissa Smith. “Girl Gang is proof that when women come together, incredible things happen.”

Susan Davis, co-founder adds, “This conference is about giving women the space to define success for themselves—and to realize they don’t have to do it alone. There’s so much power in shared stories and collective support.”

Limited Tickets Remaining – Don’t Miss Out

The 2025 conference is expected to sell out. With limited tickets remaining, now is the time to grab your seat and join the movement shaping the future of female entrepreneurship on the South Shore.