Mingle with a Purpose: Women’s Networking Event Returns in 2026

New Ulm — The New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to host its 12th annual Mingle with a Purpose: Women’s Networking Event, a meaningful evening designed to bring women together for connection, inspiration, and personal and professional growth. The event will take place on Thursday, February 19, 2026, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the Best Western Plus – New Ulm Conference Center.

Mingle with a Purpose is open to all women and offers a welcoming space to network, build relationships, and leave feeling energized and encouraged—whether attendees are focused on career development, personal growth, or simply connecting with other women in the community. In this high-energy, interactive keynote by local speaker Ann Vote, women are invited to Reflect on their journey, Realign their vision for what’s possible, and Rise into bold, purposeful action. Blending powerful storytelling with audience engagement, this session helps women connect with their inner fire and own the influence they bring to the world. Through meaningful conversations and guided reflection, attendees will gain clarity on what they truly want—and the confidence to go after it. Whether they’re navigating transition, craving more alignment, or simply ready for what’s next, attendees will leave with a personal action plan and the renewed belief that she can create a life of intention, purpose, and impact.

Each participant will receive an Ignite Your Impact Workbook to keep their reflections, ideas, and action plan at hand during and following the event. The goal is to have a lasting impact on the women in the room to truly go after the dreams they may have tucked away.

Doors will open at 5:00 p.m. for mingling, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar, with the program beginning at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $40 for Chamber members and $45 for the general public. Early-bird pricing is $5 less and available through January 31! Tickets are available at the Chamber office (1 N. Minnesota Street) or online at www.newulm.com. For more information, contact the Chamber at chamber@newulm.com or 507-233-4300.

Sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses interested in supporting this popular event while gaining visibility among attendees. Sponsorship details can be obtained by contacting the Chamber.

This event is sponsored by – Diamond Sponsors: Blethen Berens and Simply Skin; Garnet Sponsors: Alliance Bank, Best Western Plus, Citizens Bank MN, EON, Furth-Meile Insurance, and Thrivent Financial – New Ulm Area Group; and Ruby Sponsors: 3M, Bank Midwest, Gutes Essen, Heine Law, Nuvera Communications, New Ulm Real Estate, Sid’s Signs on Broadway, and Taco John’s.