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Rarely Heard Women is a global community of women who are leaders within the Retail and Consumer industry, with a mission to elevate women’s lives by sharing lived experiences for the benefit of others. Produced by women, for women about being a woman, Rarely Heard Women +1 will be hosted at One Vanderbilt, in the heart of Manhattan, on the last day of New York Fashion Week, September 16th, 2025. It is an intimate and inclusive gathering of one hundred C-suite women executives in the retail and consumer sector.

Learn more about Rarely Heard women +1 here.

Sponsorship Transparency

Our sponsorship model operates on an open-book accounting basis. Unlike traditional sponsorship packages, partners select and fund specific event elements that align with their budgets and priorities. Rarely Heard Voices maintains complete financial transparency and does not generate profit from sponsorships: 100% of sponsor contributions directly fund the event components you choose to support. This approach ensures maximum impact for your investment while allowing flexibility to participate at various commitment levels. We provide detailed cost breakdowns for all sponsorable elements.

Cost Estimates

All costs are informed, estimates, subject to the final invoice.

2024 – 2025 Rarely Heard Women +1 Speakers and Guests

FAMOUS FOR WHAT WE DON’T DO

Pay speaker fees: At Rarely Heard Voices, we believe that the most valuable insights come from those who are truly passionate about their work, not just those who are paid to talk about it. That’s why we don’t pay our speakers - we want to ensure that they are driven by a genuine desire to share their knowledge and ideas.

Use funny handshakes: You won’t find any secret society-style handshakes at Rarely Heard Voices! We believe in being open and inclusive with everyone who attends our gathering, regardless of their background or affiliation. Our focus is on fostering genuine connections and creating a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about retail, not on creating some sort of exclusive club with secret rituals.

Have name badges: Who needs a name badge when you’re among friends? At our gathering, we believe in creating an informal and relaxed atmosphere where attendees can connect with one another on a personal level, without worrying about formalities like name tags.

Have drive-by speakers: At Rarely Heard Voices, we believe that the best way to learn is through deep and meaningful conversations with those who truly understand their subject matter. That’s why we don’t have “drive-by” speakers who just drop in for a quick talk - we prioritise in-depth discussions that allow for real learning and growth.

Invite members of the press or pushy enterprise sales executives: Our gathering is all about fostering genuine connections between like-minded individuals, without any outside distractions or agendas. By keeping members of the press and pushy sales executives at bay, we’re able to create an environment that’s truly focused on learning, sharing, and growth.

Ask guests to register: Who needs another registration form in their life? At our gathering, we keep things simple by not requiring attendees to register in advance. This frees up more time for meaningful conversations and connections and ensures that everyone who attends is truly invested in being there. This, is, the invitation that money can’t buy!

Charge: That’s right, our gathering is completely free of charge. We believe that knowledge and ideas should be freely accessible to all, regardless of their financial situation. By not charging for our event, we’re able to create a more inclusive and welcoming atmosphere that benefits everyone who attends.

Have a keynote address: At Rarely Heard Voices, we believe that every attendee has something valuable to share. That’s why we don’t have a traditional keynote address - instead, we prioritise conversation and dialogue, with everyone in attendance contributing their own unique perspective and expertise.

Feature main-stage sponsors: Our gathering is about authenticity and independence, so we don’t all pay-to-play. We believe that true insights and ideas should come from a place of honesty and transparency, rather than being influenced by outside interests. By keeping our main stage sponsor-free.