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• Train Like a Woman

  • When
    03/19/2026
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    4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Indy Ignite Home Match
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  Date:	Thursday, March 19
  Location:	Indy Ignite Home Match Fishers Event Center 11000 Stockdale Street, Fishers, IN 46037
  Time:	4:30 PM - Doors Open 5:00 PM - Panel Begins 6:00 PM - Networking 7:00 PM - First Serve

  Attendance is limited to 100 guests, registration closes Tuesday, March 10

  Women & Hi Tech and Indy Ignite are teaming up for a candid, science-driven conversation about how women can train, perform, and recover in ways that actually work with their physiology, not against it.

  This panel brings together elite athletes, medical experts, and performance professionals to explore what’s changing in women’s health, sports science, and training; and where gaps still exist. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, parent, healthcare professional, or simply someone interested in women’s performance across life stages, you’ll leave with practical insights you can use right away.

  The evening includes a moderated panel discussion, audience Q&A, networking with light food and beverages, and concludes with cheering on the Indy Ignite live.

  Meet our Panelists

  	Jamey Gordon Physical Therapist, Team Rehab (Indy Ignite Rehab Provider) Jamey Gordon works closely with elite and professional athletes, supporting injury prevention, rehabilitation, and long-term performance. As part of the Indy Ignite medical team, Jamey brings a real-world perspective on how female athletes move, recover, return to play and how training needs to evolve across different phases of life.
  	Avinash Chandran, PhD Research Scientist, IU Health Lab | Female Sport Performance Initiative Dr. Chandran is a leading researcher in women’s sport performance and injury prevention. His work focuses on translating data and research into actionable insights that improve athlete health and longevity. Through the Female Sport Performance Initiative, he helps bridge the gap between science, medicine, and on-court realities.
  	Tori Dilfer Former Professional Volleyball Player Tori Dilfer competed at the collegiate and professional levels, including time with Louisville, the Atlanta Vibe, and the Columbus Fury. She brings the athlete’s perspective to the conversation, sharing firsthand experience navigating training demands, performance expectations, and life after elite competition.

  
  

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• 2026 Leading Light Awards and Scholarship Gala

  • When
    10/01/2026
  • Location
    Indiana Roof Ballroom 140 West Washington St Indianapolis, IN

  
  
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  • Individual registrations are not open at this time.  

  • Please contact events@womenandhitech.org if you are interested in sponsoring or purchasing a table at the Leading Light Awards. The cost to purchase a 10-person table is $1,500 or please click here to view the sponsorship prospectus.  

  Celebrate Connection, Innovation, and Impact in STEM 

  Women & Hi Tech is thrilled to announce the 2026 Leading Light Awards & Scholarship Gala (LLA) — coming Thursday, October 1, 2026, to Indianapolis, IN. 

  Join us for an unforgettable evening of connection, celebration, and community as we honor women of achievement in STEM and the allies who champion them. 

  ✨ This year’s theme, Connected Brilliance, celebrates the network of bright minds and bold leaders driving progress in STEM. Together, we’ll recognize the mentors, innovators, and visionaries who light the way for generations to come. 

  What to Expect 

  • Networking & Welcome Reception – Mix and mingle with STEM leaders, colleagues, and peers during our lively happy hour. 

  • Elegant Dinner – Enjoy a full-course meal while connecting with industry professionals and inspiring women across Indiana. 

  • Scholarships & Grants Ceremony – Applaud the next generation of innovators as Women & Hi Tech and our sponsors award scholarships and professional grants to students and professionals pursuing STEM careers. 

  • Awards Presentation – Celebrate the extraordinary individuals and allies making an impact in science, technology, engineering, and math. 

  Women & Hi Tech exists to change the landscape of women represented in STEM and related high-tech fields to be equally inclusive to all. At our 2024 Gala, we proudly awarded over $60,000 in scholarships and grants — and we’re excited to continue this legacy in 2026. 

  Event Agenda 
   
  5:30-6:30 pm:Networking, Cocktails 
  6:30-6:45 pm:Opening and Welcome 
  6:45-9:00 pm:Dinner and Program 
  9:00-10:00 pm: Networking, Photos, and Celebration 

  
  

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