2026 Conference

6 March 2026

CIOMijas

Av. Abogados de Oficio, 4,

29649 La Cala de Mijas, Málaga, Spain

Our LIVE and in-person
13th International Women's Day Conference
6 March 2025 -
FROM 09:00 - FULL DAY
at CIOMijas, La Cala de Mijas

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CONNECT | INSPIRE | ENABLE | SUPPORT

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Learn from our Experts

Mix and Mingle

Make new connections and see your Business Buddies

Have fun

Bring the joy back to you and your business

About the Event

Our 13th Annual live Conference is going to take place on 6th March 2026 at CIOMijas and YOU are invited.

Our annual theme of ‘Make it Happen by Being You’ offers:-

Practical insights you can instantly put into action—no extra tools or effort needed.

Time to connect with a stronger network of like-minded women. Women who understand your journey and can spark exciting collaborations

A day out to dream, think and plan how to make it happen in business and in life.

A renewed sense of confidence to embrace your uniqueness and make things happen—your way. Because your voice and experience matter.

We will be joined by International speakers sharing their inspiration stories, tips, knowledge and tools.

There will be lots of time to connect, make new business acquaintances, catch up with your existing Business Buddies. To celebrate that YOU and your business have made it happen by being YOU.

Our businesses are totally unique, because we are totally unique – YOU make it happen by being YOU!

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Meet the Speakers

Bringing experts to cover topics which are facing your business today – technology, mindset, marketing and more

Sandra Laurie

Relocation Coach at WL Costa Properties | COO

Speak, Don’t Sell: How Podcasting Turns Strangers Into Loyal Customers

Podcasting builds trust faster than any sales strategy. Learn how your voice can turn strangers into loyal customers, without chasing, pushing, or selling.

MORE ABOUT SANDRA

Nicoline Huizinga

Human Design Coach | Business Mentor

Success Isn’t About Doing More, It’s About Being More You

A refreshing perspective on business energetics, fully embracing who you are and how honoring your natural rhythm creates sustainable success.

MORE ABOUT NICOLINE

Tracey Baxter

Copywriting Champion | Author

Your Freebie Said Hello – Now Let the Welcome Sequence Start the Real Conversation

Think your job is done once the freebie is delivered? That moment is just the ‘Hello.’ What happens next?

Turning your welcome sequence into a relationship-builder that helps subscribers feel ready to work with you

MORE ABOUT TRACEY

Susana Serrano-Davey

Rebel | Coach | Author | Thought leader

The Confidence Trap

Former CFO Susana Serrano-Davey challenges the myth that self-confidence is the key to success and shows how the pressure to appear confident can quietly burn us out.

MORE ABOUT SUSANA

Sonia Ingriselli

AI Educator | Advocate | Author

Google Isn’t the Only Game in Town Anymore – Welcome to the Evolution of Search

Sonia will explore how search has evolved and what that shift means for businesses in 2026. Who gets found online, Why some businesses are becoming invisible, and What you can do now to stay ahead.

The session will conclude with three simple, practical pillars.

MORE ABOUT SONIA

Sarah Houldcroft

Publisher | Founder Idea to Author Club

Why Stories Matter and How to Find Your Own

Stories have shaped humanity for thousands of years, connecting us, inspiring us, and helping us make sense of the world.

Sarah explores why storytelling is so important, why even ordinary moments hold extraordinary meaning, and how discovering your own stories can transform the way you communicate, lead, and impact those around you.

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Petra Boddington

Menopause Coaching Specialist

Everything you need to know about GenitoUrinary Syndrome of Menopause

Bladder weakness and daren’t cough? Persistent UTIs, changes in odour or discharge?

Painful or uncomfortable sex, loss of libido, or wondering whether testosterone is an option (and no, it won’t turn you into a fella)?

I cover it all! Openly, honestly, and with a touch of humour too!

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Karen Muldoon

Nutrition | Leadership Advisory

What I Didn’t Say: The Real Reason Women Go Quiet at the Top

Senior women are disappearing at their peak. I was one of them. Here’s what we’re not saying and what it’s costing you.

MORE ABOUT KAREN

Mari-Liis Vaher

Co-Founder of Powerful Marketers | Author

Two micro-challenges for focus and clarity (from The Greatest Marketer)

Two quick interactive challenges to reset focus and reveal assumptions—so you leave with more evident attention, and communication alignment takeaways.

MORE ABOUT MARI-LIIS

Georgina Shaw – MC

Founder of Shaw Marketing Services | Marketing Trainer

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Ali Meehan – Your Host

Founder Costa Women | Business Growth + Future Self Coach

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In collaboration with

Mijas Foreigners Department

What attendees said previous years

Huge round of applause for all the Costa Women International Women's Day online speakers. We listeners have been so inspired/reassured/compelled into action by what you have shared with us today. Massive thank you to Ali and Jackie for going ahead with this event, come hell or high water! You Made It Happen and we love you all for it. Hugs (non-germy ones) to you all!

As I see it the Make it Happen Conference is all about inspiring, encouraging and empowering women business owners and women interested in starting one. It is also a great opportunity to connect and engage with other women. Whilst the current situation is not ideal and not at all what we expected or planned for Ali Meehan and Jackie Groundsell are leading by example and showing that in the middle of a storm (the business journey is littered with them) there are still opportunites and possibilities if you choose to look beneath the surface. We can still be engaged, connected and inspired. When life hands you lemons it would be rude not to make lemonade!

Inspiration 💯% anything is possible, getting know my inner goddess - buzxing 👏👏👏👏 amazing event ❤️ being an EXPERT

Feel like I can accomplish anything, so many inspiring women that made you feel like you have a pack of cheer leaders behind you, going you can do this! Thanks for a great day

Great thanks so much Ali. I was blown away by the conference on Thursday. Thanks so much for organising it and to everyone involved. I would recommend it to anyone who is considering but nervous of what to expect on the day. Do it . Sign up to these things push yourself. You will not be disappointed. Interesting, positive, empowering and somewhere you'll feel safe being you and making things happen or working out how to make them happen. Onwards and upwards!!

Our Sponsors

It is not possible to host the Conference without helping hands. We have several sponsors who volunteer to help us physically and financially to make it happen.

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Your Organiser

Ali Meehan, founder of Costa Women, has been organising impactful conferences in Spain since 2014.

Her mission is to ensure you leave each conference with practical insights you can immediately apply, whether at your office, desk, phone, or in your daily life. The focus is on actionable takeaways you can implement effortlessly, without the need for special tools or resources.

Beyond learning, these events are about expanding your network, sparking meaningful collaborations, and sharing from your unique perspective. It’s about empowering you to take action, embrace your uniqueness and make things happen — by being you.

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