Beverly Hills Beginnings: Opening Night at Spago
Thursday, March 26, 2026 | Depart Hotel at 6:45 P.M. (10) Minute Walk | Dinner from 7:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. | Attire: Business Casual | Kick off the Women’s Connection Conference with an unforgettable evening at Spago Beverly Hills, the flagship restaurant of world-renowned chef Wolfgang Puck. Known for redefining California cuisine and hosting Hollywood’s most celebrated guests, Spago offers an elegant, modern setting perfect for opening night. Attendees will enjoy signature dishes crafted under Wolfgang Puck’s innovative culinary vision, all within Spago’s warm, stylish atmosphere. It’s a relaxed, sophisticated start to the conference—an opportunity to reconnect, meet new colleagues, and set the tone for three inspiring days ahead. Begin the Women’s Connection experience with exceptional food, meaningful conversation, and the iconic Beverly Hills ambiance of Spago.
A Red-Carpet Evening of Luxury and Legacy in the Beverly Wilshire Ballroom
Friday, March 27, 2026 | 7:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. | Attire: Cocktail Attire | In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the USLAW Women’s Connection, guests are invited to an extraordinary evening of sophistication, glamour, and connection in the famed Ballroom of the Beverly Wilshire. This dressy-forma event sets the tone for a milestone occasion worthy of a grand celebration. The evening begins with a dazzling red-carpet arrival experience, where guests will be photographed in true gala style. Inside, the space transforms into a luxurious environment filled with elegance, ambient lighting, and refined design elements that honor the significance of this anniversary year. Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy chef-curated culinary stations, allowing them to mingle and network freely in a setting designed for connection and celebration. Enhancing the elevated atmosphere, a curated collection of high-end interactive experiences will be available throughout the space. These may include touches of fine jewelry, couture fashion, personalized artistry, fragrance creation, crystal intention setting, live creative performances, and bespoke keepsake customization. Each experience is crafted to evoke indulgence, creativity, and the spirit of luxury befitting this milestone evening. The event also features meaningful moments of reflection and storytelling. Guests will encounter beautifully designed installations that honor the history of the Women’s Connection, including opportunities to share memories, celebrate trailblazers, and record messages for a digital time capsule that looks ahead to the next 20 years.
Premiere Night: A Women’s Connection Retrospective at The Crescent Theater
Saturday, March 28, 2026 | Depart Hotel at 6:45 P.M. (15) Minute Walk | 7:00 P.M. – 9:30 P.M. | Attire: Casual | As the Women’s Connection Conference draws to a close, join us for one final, unforgettable evening that captures the spirit, strength, and stories of the past two decades. Premiere Night: A Women’s Connection Retrospective at The Crescent Theater serves as the conference’s concluding event—a casual, but reflective experience following Friday night’s milestone anniversary celebration. Together, we will close the conference with inspiration, gratitude, and a cinematic tribute worthy of this extraordinary community. The evening embodies the creativity and narrative power that the venue is renowned for. The Crescent Theater has long celebrated voices that shape culture, making it the perfect backdrop for honoring the many women who have shaped, led, and elevated the USLAW NETWORK Women’s Connection. The night begins with a warm reception in the theater’s stylish lobby. Guests will gather for one last opportunity to connect, exchange insights from the conference, and reflect on the shared experience of the past days. The relaxed, welcoming atmosphere sets the tone for a meaningful conclusion to the week’s events. Following the reception, attendees will transition into the theater for the exclusive premiere of a new commemorative film created especially for the Women’s Connection’s 20th anniversary. Through archival footage, personal narratives, and a look at the remarkable rise of women in the legal profession, the film tells the story of how far this community has come—and where it is headed next.