National Summit: Business Leaders in Action for Childcare

November 9–10, 2026Denver, Colorado


Hosted by Executives Partnering to Invest in Children (EPIC) and Moms First's National Business Coalition for Childcare

Presented by the David and Laura Merage Foundation



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Where Business Leadership Meets Workforce Solutions

The Business Leaders in Action for Childcare National Summit is an invitation-only gathering of approximately 150 business executives, Chamber leaders, economic development professionals and national partners committed to strengthening America’s workforce through childcare solutions.

Together, participants will explore innovative employer practices, bipartisan policy solutions, and research-driven strategies that improve workforce participation, talent retention and long-term economic growth.

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The Summit Begins In

November 9, 2026 | Denver, Colorado

About the Summit

Why Attend?

Attendees will leave with practical ideas and meaningful connections that help your organization:

• Strengthen recruitment and retention
• Learn from national business leaders and experts
• Explore employer-led childcare solutions
• Engage in state and federal policy discussions
• Build partnerships that drive lasting impact

Who Should Attend?

Business LeadershipCEOs and C-suite executivesHR and workforce leaders

Economic & Community Leadership
Chamber of commerce leaders
Economic development organizations

Policy & Partnership Leadership
Policymakers
Business coalitions and philanthropic partners.

See What's Working

Peer companies are already turning child care into a workforce and retention advantage.

Shape What's Next

Get in the room with the policymakers and business leaders deciding what happens next.

Leave With a Next Move

A concrete step — your company’s first benefit, or a deeper state-level investment.

Summit Experience

National Thought Leadership

Hear from leading voices in business, policy, and workforce innovation.

Peer Learning

Learn from employers already implementing childcare solutions.

Policy Engagement

Understand emerging state and federal childcare strategies.

Meaningful Connections

Build relationships with leaders committed to strengthening America’s workforce.

Meet the Speakers

The builders, researchers and designers taking the stage this year

Anna Crollman

Director of Brand Marketing , CAKES Body

Matthew Nestler

Senior Economist, KPMG

Molly Day

COO, Moms First

Nicole Riehl

President and CEO, EPIC

Olivia Rosenthal

Chief Growth Officer for Backup Care, Wellthy

Reshma Saujani

CEO and Founder, Moms First

Sponsorship

Trailblazer Sponsor

Supporting Sponsor

Ally Sponsor

Sponsorship Opportunities

Position your organization alongside national leaders committed to strengthening the workforce and supporting working families.

Sponsorship opportunities include:
• Leadership Sponsor
• Trailblazer Sponsor
• Supporting Sponsor
• Ally Partner


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Learn, Engage and Stay

Our Summit will be held at the Limelight Hotel in downtown Denver. Located near Denver's iconic Union Station and many influential businesses, it is the perfect environment to experience the city.

We have secured a special rate of $269/night for all Business Leaders in Action for Childcare Summit participants. A booking link will be included in your event registration email.

Ready to Join Us?

Connect with business leaders working to strengthen America’s workforce through childcare solutions.