Convergence Beauty Wellness Science Summit

When: May 3–May 4, 2026

Where: Renaissance Hotel Palm Springs

Tickets: $199+ www.tedgibson.com

Pioneering event unites beauty professionals, consumers and industry leaders for two days of science-backed education, curated conversation and community. Created by Ted Gibson and Jason Backe, the summit designs a space where professionals meet consumers, explore wellness-driven beauty and discover the future of the industry from both sides of the chair. Read more here.

13th Annual Women Who Rule Awards and Scholarship Luncheon

When: May 8, 2026 • 11:00am-2:00pm

Where: Aqua Caliente Resort & Spa, Rancho Mirage

Tickets: $150. www.WLFDesert.org

Join Women Leaders Forum in honoring extraordinary leaders while awarding collegiate scholarships to their Young Women Leaders. This year’s esteemed honorees include: Karen Devine, recipient of the Mary T. Roche Community Leadership Award, Dr. Kelly May-Vollmar, recipient of the Helene Galen Excellence in Education Award, and Natalia Gonzales who will receive the WLF Spirit of Excellence Award. This year’s event will also honor WLF’s past presidents as part of their 25th anniversary celebration.