Conference and workshop

6:00 PM – 6:30 PM - Welcome & Drinks

• Friendly reception with drinks
• Name tags & networking starter games
• Photo booth with our "Coach like a Woman" backdrop

6:30 PM – 6:50 PM - Opening Remarks

• Welcome speech by the organizing team
• Introduction to the "Coach like a Woman" movement

6:50 PM – 7:30 PM - Mini Panel: Women Who Coach

Three inspiring guests share their stories:

• Sarah Monteiro – Coach of a regional U15 girls’ football team
• Nadia Fankhauser – Former pro athlete turned coach mentor
• Leila Brunner – Physical trainer & advocate for gender equity in sport
• Short talks followed by audience Q&A

7:30 PM – 8:45 PM - Raclette & Themed Networking

• Swiss raclette buffet opens
• Tables arranged by discussion themes (optional to join):
• “How to get more women into coaching”
• “Confidence and leadership on the field”
• “Coaching young girls: inspirations & challenges”
• Casual music, open space for mingling and connection

8:45 PM – 9:10 PM - Interactive Workshop

Choose your format:

• "Coaching in 60 seconds" – Quick one-on-one sharing of advice
• Open circle – Reflections and key takeaways shared in group

9:10 PM – 9:30 PM - Closing & Group Photo

• Thank-yous & final words
• Group photo in front of the event backdrop
• Small surprise to take home