This March, we invited women to gather at ALTAR around one simple truth: We are living at a turning point. Women everywhere are being called—not only to lead within the world as it is, but to engage consciously with what is being shaped next. Together, nearly one hundred women answered that call with us for When Women Lead: our International Women’s Day event held on 3/8/2026. More than a traditional talk or conference, this immersive activation was designed to help women pa

Women in the professional sphere often face a world that expects, yet barely appreciates, their unique expertise and ability to build bridges and navigate complex team dynamics. Often beneath the professional polish is a quiet, persistent friction—the feeling of a “yes” that should have been a “no.”  The exhaustion isn’t just from working hard, but from constantly filtering your instincts through other people’s expectations. This shared experience signals that we’ve reached a

No need to board a plane or book a retreat to experience transformational conversations rooted in women’s stories. Right here in Chicago, a rich ecosystem of book talks, author conversations, and literary gatherings is thriving. For open-hearted women who like a good book and love an even juicier conversation, book talks in Chicago offer more than intellectual stimulation: They create spaces where stories are unapologetically shared, perspectives are expanded, and connection

This week, we’ve invited Tama Kieves, Harvard-trained lawyer turned career/success coach and bestselling author, to share her perspective on how she repeatedly sees people holding themselves back and what we can do about it. Don’t miss Tama in Chicago here at ALTAR Community for her One-Day Retreat on January 31st, 2026.  Ready to live your exceptional life in 2026?   I invite you to stop following mediocre thinking and to trust the integrity of your love and knowing instead.