NURSES MAKING BUSINESS MOVES
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY WEEKEND | MARCH 6-7, 2026 | TAMPA, FL
Join 150+ ambitious nurses and entrepreneurs from across the globe for two powerful days of business strategy, leadership development, networking, and transformation.
Your Next Level Starts Here
This isn’t just a conference — it’s a launchpad for nurse leaders and entrepreneurs
ready to build boldly, move with strategy, and turn experience into income. We're hosting this year's conference at the John P. Lowth Entrepreneurship Center on University of Tampa's campus.
What You'll
Experience
High-Impact Panels with nationally recognized nurse executives & founders
VIP Night Access now included for elevated networking and curated moments
The Pitch Competition watch or compete to win funding + visibility
Sponsor Marketplace featuring brands that invest in nurses
Meet and network with nurse leaders from across the U.S. — and around the world. Attendees are flying in from Canada, the UK, Australia, and more,
What's New
In 2026
We’re hosting NMBM on the University of Tampa’s campus inside the cutting-edge John P. Lowth Entrepreneurship Center
No upgrade needed — VIP Night is now part of every ticket. That means more access, deeper connection, and a curated kickoff to your weekend.
We’re giving attendees a platform to pitch their business ideas live for visibility, feedback, and a chance to win support to scale.
Expect elevated programming, next-level conversations, and more intentional opportunities to connect, collaborate, and grow with nurses building in real time.
Who This
Conference Is For
This experience is built for the nurse who’s done playing small.
For the clinician who’s tired of the ceiling and ready to build the table.
For the healthcare professional with big ideas, but no roadmap (yet).
Business professionals or aspiring entrepreneurs who need guidance on how to start.
Networking Dinner & Cocktail Soireé
Kick off the weekend with intentional connection, elevated energy, and direct access to speakers, sponsors, entrepreneurs and nurse leaders who are building boldly — just like you. VIP Night is where strategy starts before the main stage even begins.
MEET YOUR HOST
Dr. Farah Laurent
Dr. Farah Laurent is an award-winning international speaker, LinkedIn Top Voice for Nursing and Public Speaking, and the powerhouse behind Nurses Making Business Moves.
With six board certifications, a Doctorate in Nursing Practice, and a Master’s in Education, Dr. Farah is known for her bold voice in healthcare leadership, nurse career development, and entrepreneurship.
As a certified nurse career coach and former NYU faculty member, she helps nurses build standout personal brands, land their dream roles, and launch purpose-driven businesses through her signature coaching programs and signature events. Dr. Farah has been featured on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Black Enterprise, Sirius XM, and more.
A true trailblazer and motivator, she shows nurses what’s possible when you lead with grit, strategy, and authenticity.
Plan Your Stay
In Tampa
Join us in beautiful downtown Tampa for a transformational weekend of business building, brand elevation, and leadership activation, all just steps from the waterfront.
Conference Venue: John P. Lowth Entrepreneurship Center
The University of Tampa, 820 W North A St 8th Floor, Tampa, FL 33606
Hotel Recommendation: Hilton Tampa Downtown
211 N Tampa St, Tampa, FL 33602