FAQs

FAQs

IWF Cancellation Policy

The spirit of our cancellations is to minimize our charges for members.

Cancellations must be submitted to IWF Registration via email to iwf@executivevents.com within the time periods noted below.

Cancellations requested within 24 hours of the registration date will be refunded 100% of the payment, minus a 6% credit card processing fee. Cancellation requests made after this timeframe will be subject to the cancellation policies listed below.

Cancellations received before October 6, 2025 will be assessed as a cancellation fee equal to 15% of total registration payment received.

Cancellations received between October 6 and October 20, 2025 will be assessed as a cancellation fee equal to 50% of total registration payment received.

No refunds will be provided for cancellations received October 20, 2025 and later. However, the registration is transferable to another IWF Member or guest to attend the same conference. The cancelling registrant has the responsibility to find a transferee and must notify IWF of the transfer prior to October 24, 2025.

What is the recommended attire?

Business casual attire is appropriate for daytime programs, Cocktail attire for the Opening Reception and Business/Cocktail attire for Dine Arounds/Guest Dinner. African Black Tie attire for the Leading Light Gala and Celebration.

African Black Tie attire is an elegant and culturally-expressive dress code that blends traditional African formalwear with elements of Western black tie. Think: bold patterns, vibrant colors, and traditional textiles.

For Women:

Traditional Option: An elegant gown or wrapper and blouse, often made from Ankara, kente, lace, or aso-oke fabric, with elaborate headwraps.
Western Hybrid: A black tie evening gown made with African print fabrics or styled with African jewelry and accessories.
Footwear: High heels or dressy sandals.

For Men:

Traditional Option: A dashiki with trousers, or a stylish kaftan—often made from luxurious fabrics like brocade or silk.
Western Hybrid: A classic tuxedo or dark suit paired with African-inspired accessories (e.g., kente bowtie, printed pocket square, or cap like a fila or kufi).

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the Behind The Scenes on Thursday afternoon.

Guest & Young Leader Policy

Members are encouraged to invite and bring, in addition to any other guest, a high-potential young leader, age 25 - 35. There are special registration fees for guests and Young Leaders that entitle them to attend all sessions of the program except the Member Dine Around. A guest dinner is planned for all guests and young leaders.

IWF Payment Policy

Full payment of registration fees must be made at the time of registration. Payment can be made by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or American Express).

Safety & Security

We want to assure you that the safety of our attendees remains our top priority. As we have for the past several conferences, we have retained additional security staffing throughout the conference.