Upcoming Events

    • December 16, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86491087422?pwd=eu4QXuc4nCKiYPfjUNGaDx4Lo1LNO9.1
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    Curious how Generative AI can make an impact in the CPG world today—not years from now? Join us for a practical, hands-on look at how teams are using AI to spark innovation, streamline processes, and uncover insights faster than ever. We’ll share real examples, effective prompts, and a roadmap for putting GenAI to work across your business.

    EXPECTED OUTCOMES

    ·       Spot high-impact GenAI opportunities in your role and team.
    ·       Write smarter prompts to get more accurate, useful AI responses.
    ·       Confidently take the next step toward using AI as a true business partner.

    Featured Speaker: Theo Schweitz, CEO Drive Wheel

    For nearly 25 years, Theo has helped companies build stronger, more profitable businesses. His strategic work has fueled multibillion-dollar brands, launched breakthrough products, cut costs at scale, and strengthened supply chains.

    At Drive Wheel, he facilitates peer groups of food and consumer packaged goods leaders by creating peer groups that discuss new strategies, share best practices, and pressure-test ideas. He is known for engaging agendas and practical synthesis that help members leave each meeting with focused next steps.

    Named a Top Retail Expert by Rethink Retail (powered by Microsoft), Theo is recognized as a leading voice in the retail and consumer goods industry, honored for thought leadership, strategic clarity, and influence across the sector.



    • February 11, 2026
    • October 14, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • Zoom
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    The WISE Inclusive Excellence Series is crafted to equip you with the knowledge and practical tools needed to be an ally for inclusivity, empowering you to lead meaningful change and foster professional growth within your organization and community.

    WISE has partnered with ExecuInsight to bring this program specifically to the store brand industry, with ExecuInsight LLC’s team of experts tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of this field.

    Sessions are held on Wednesdays from 12:00pm to 1:30pm CT, lasting 90 minutes each.

    The Personal Growth Track is designed for individual contributors seeking to deepen their self-awareness and explore topics of diversity and inclusion.

    Personal Growth Track Session Schedule:

    • February 11, 2026: Inclusive Excellence 101
    • April 15, 2026: Understanding your Birkman Blueprint – Emotional Intelligence
    • June 10, 2026: Courageous Accountability: Holding Yourself & Others to Higher Standards
    • August 12, 2026:  Inclusive Storytelling: Sharing Your Journey Authentically
    • October 14, 2026: Allyship in Action

    We invite you to engage with the Inclusive Excellence Learning Series and trust you will find it both enlightening and impactful.


    • February 11, 2026
    • October 14, 2026
    • 5 sessions
    • Zoom
    Register

    The WISE Inclusive Excellence Series is crafted to equip you with the knowledge and practical tools needed to be an ally for inclusivity, empowering you to lead meaningful change and foster professional growth within your organization and community.

    WISE has partnered with ExecuInsight to bring this program specifically to the store brand industry, with ExecuInsight LLC’s team of experts tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of this field.

    Sessions are held on Wednesdays from 12:00pm to 1:30pm CT, lasting 90 minutes each.

    The Leadership Track is designed to provide leaders with the tools they need to effectively guide diverse teams.

    Leadership Track Session Schedule:

    • February 11, 2026: Inclusive Excellence 101
    • April 22, 2026: Psychological Safety: Helping your team overcome fear and to become resilient in uncertain times
    • June 17, 2026: How to Inclusively Lead Neurodivergent Team Members 
    • August 19, 2026: Ageism - Dealing with Multiple Generations
    • October 14, 2026: Allyship in Action

    We invite you to engage with the Inclusive Excellence Learning Series and trust you will find it both enlightening and impactful.


    • March 11, 2026
    • October 28, 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • Zoom
    Register

    The WISE Inclusive Excellence Series is crafted to equip you with the knowledge and practical tools needed to be an ally for inclusivity, empowering you to lead meaningful change and foster professional growth within your organization and community.

    WISE has partnered with ExecuInsight to bring this program specifically to the store brand industry, with ExecuInsight LLC’s team of experts tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of this field.

    Sessions are held on Wednesdays from 12:00pm to 1:30pm CT, lasting 90 minutes each.

    The Cohort Program is designed for individuals who have previously participated in one of the three professional development tracks in a prior year. This program unites all three tracks, providing an opportunity for participants to collaborate and learn from one another.

    Cohort Program Session Schedule:

    • March 11, 2026: Partnering with AI to Enhance your Inclusivity
    • June 24, 2026: Strategic Influence: Bringing Others Along the Inclusion Journey
    • August 26, 2026: The Future: AI, Data and Inclusive Leadership
    • October 28, 2026: Integrating What We’ve Learned: Shared Challenges, Shared Solutions
    We invite you to engage with the Inclusive Excellence Learning Series and trust you will find it both enlightening and impactful.


Past Events

November 16, 2025 Sunset Reception at PLMA
November 13, 2025 WISE 2025 Annual Meeting
November 13, 2025 WISE 2025 Annual Meeting Sponsorship Opportunities
November 04, 2025 Partner Benefits Refresher: Make the most of your WISE partnership
October 07, 2025 WISE Night of Dynamic Networking
April 09, 2025 Rewire Your Mind, Reshape Your Results: A Guide to Better Performance & Higher Impact
January 15, 2025 2025 WISE Inclusive Excellence Series Information Session
December 18, 2024 December 18th Webinar: Master Your Visibility
November 17, 2024 In-Person Networking Reception @ PLMA
November 14, 2024 WISE 2024 Annual Meeting
November 14, 2024 WISE 2024 Annual Meeting Sponsorship Opportunities
October 01, 2024 WISE Night of Dynamic Networking
September 18, 2024 September 18th Webinar: Cultural Literacy & the Future of Advancing Inclusivity
June 18, 2024 June 18th Webinar: Disability Inclusion – What Is It and Why It Matters
May 08, 2024 May 8th Webinar: Building a Culture of Mentorship (Wise Jr BOD Pop-up Webinar)
April 04, 2024 April 4th Webinar: The Transformation of Private Brands
January 18, 2024 WISE DEI Learning Series Information Session
December 13, 2023 December 13th Webinar: Effective Communication for Personal and Professional Development
November 12, 2023 In-Person Networking Event @ PLMA
November 08, 2023 2023 WISE Annual Meeting
August 17, 2023 August 17th Webinar: Rocking the Workplace: Managing and Leading Four Generations
May 04, 2023 May 4th Webinar: Fireside Chat on how to Dismantle Gender Bias in the workplace
March 01, 2023 March 1st Webinar: Scaling Up Awareness
February 15, 2023 2023 DEI Cohort Program
December 08, 2022 December 8th Webinar: YOU Are Your Goal!
November 13, 2022 WISE 10 Year Anniversary Party
November 09, 2022 2022 WISE Annual Meeting
October 18, 2022 October 18 Webinar: Career Advice for Emerging Leaders: A Multi-Generational Discussion
July 27, 2022 July 27 Webinar: Male Perspectives on the Value of Woman at Work
April 05, 2022 April 5 Webinar: Stop Talking Start Asking: How to Grow your Skill Set to become a Renaissance Leader
February 17, 2022 February 17 Webinar: Thriving at a Distance: Ensuring Success in Remote to Hybrid Environments
November 04, 2021 2021 WISE Virtual Annual Meeting
November 12, 2020 2020 WISE Virtual Annual Meeting

Women Impacting Storebrand Excellence™ (WISE) is a non-profit professional development organization within store brands. Studies have shown that increased gender diversity in top leadership roles positively impacts business and financial performance.

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