Apply to Speak at
The Virtual International
Women Build Confidence
Conference (TM)
December 4th-December 6th, 2025
Catapult Your Success Outcomes
Get expert driven guidance to
3x your personal and professional goals in 2025
Be Seen & Heard
Since 2018, the International Women Build Confidence Conference™ (IWBCC)—founded by Dr. Allana Da Graca of Turning On the Lights Global Institute—has united visionaries from around the globe. What began with 23 women upgrading their goals has grown into a powerful movement that has helped Fortune 500 executives, authors, coaches, and leaders reach new personal and professional heights.
Sponsored by leading organizations such as Bank of America, Webster Bank, and the Boston Central Library, IWBCC has helped thousands of participants overcome self-limiting habits and soar toward their goals.
Dr. Da Graca, an expert in persistence research, leads this annual experience designed to help entrepreneurs and professionals upgrade their mind, money, and soul—building the tools needed to navigate job layoffs, a shifting economy, and unfulfilled dreams.
This year, our mission is to stand in solidarity—creating a community of empowerment, resilience, and transformation. Whether you’re a first-time speaker or a seasoned leader, your story can ignite change.
✨ Apply today to speak at IWBCC 2025. Complimentary and investment opportunities are available.
Make an impact. Join our tribe. Help the world build confidence—together.
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When you attend #IWBCC, you join other eagles who are ready to soar. Join us each night to ignite your goals. Meet your community of other leaders and entrepreneurs who ready to SOAR.
"I keep coming back because I love the community that Dr. Allana Da Graca has created. I am also able to build my business
on my own terms. I never thought I could
join something where I get to take
center stage. " Margaret Samuels
The Place Where You Take
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Our Story
#IWBCC (TM) formed in 2016 with the goal of helping women, entrepreneurs and leaders turn their knowledge into e-commerce solutions. We have helped executives, leaders, specialists, health gurus, financial coaches, authors and speakers, tell their "Story of Courage," as they step into the 3.0 economy. Our tribe has more than 14k supporters with a 800k reach.
Our Vision
In 2025 TOLGI will prepare our clients, consultants and patrons with up-to-date tools to raise the innovation and solution centric programs that are needed to solve the global challenges that we face. As we transition from a Web 2.0 world, we will pivot into the 3.0 framework for user consumption.
New Media
TOLGI will prepare leaders with robust
experiences that catapult innovation. We will show our leaders how to
-Remove tech overwhelm
-Pivot in this new "Reel" environment
-Design heart centered experiences
-Provide a confidential environment
-Provide Exclusive opps for growth.
Tara Built Her Biz
Haizel Found a New Tribe!
Ron Launched a New Project
Sandra Upgraded Her Impact
Calling All The
"Real Experts"
I am thrilled to invite you to the IWBCC experience, a unique opportunity to upgrade your mind, money, and soul. In 2024, I realized that many programs promised 5x results but lacked authenticity, real learning, and passionate instructors.
That's why I've gathered leaders from tech, finance, arts, coaching, and wellness to maximize your growth.Why Attend?At the Unrecognizable Summit, you'll experience personalized learning through intimate groups and high-level deep dives.
Engage with #IWBCC collaborators, alumni of the Turning On the Lights Global Institute, who have dedicated over 20k coaching hours since 2018.
Our programs have helped leaders author books, design new programs, and create online courses, transforming personal and professional lives.Who Should Attend?
This summit is for "REAL EXPERTS"—those who have invested time in labs, deep dives, learning cohorts, and graduate practicums. If you're tired of templated solutions and ready for innovative growth strategies, this is your place.
Experience the SPARK Magic of TOLGI
You've seen the flashy websites and ads, but now it's time for real results. Join us and experience the unparalleled magic of TOLGI. Embrace your worthiness, share your story, and take bold steps towards your future.
Dr. Alisha Authored a Book and Launched a New Business!
What Can't You Accomplish with Proper Coaching?
Testimonial by Dr. A. Hill
Turning On The Lights Global Institute (TOLGI) truly is a light in dark places. My experience has been empowering, eye-opening, and deeply thought-provoking.
If you’re looking for personal and business coaching that values your voice and doesn’t treat you like a napkin at a high-priced restaurant, TOLGI is where you belong.
The coaching process is interactive, inclusive, and engaging—making you an active part of your own transformation. I’ve gained clarity, confidence, and a deeper understanding of my business. Thanks to TOLGI, I now execute with focus and purpose.
Lauren Forbes, LCSW
I’m Lauren J. Forbes and I help Black women leave everyday stress behind to create alternative pathways to joy and excitement in their lives.
Felicia Kashevaroff is a relationship coach and the founder of Tend Task, where she combines technology with relationship coaching to create a future where couples “Tend” to each other rather than focus all of their energy on the “Tasks” that life throws our way. In other words, she helps couples to build mutually beneficial, balanced, joyful relationships.
Sandra Chaney
I am bestselling author several books to include The Inside Secrets To Getting Money For Your Non-Profit, and The Entrepreneur Blueprint: How to Develop Your Darkest Storms into a Thriving Business, as well as many other books.
Leah Marone
Leah has dedicated her professional life to helping others live a better, authentic life by incorporating healthy self-care habits, building resilience, and maintaining boundaries. Her ability to captivate audiences with engaging presentations is impressive! She brings a unique blend of personal anecdotes, her athletic background, professional experience, and practical insights to every talk.
Celestine Davis
I am the film festival director with over 10 years of experience in marketing, event planning, and community engagement. I lead the Down East Flick Fest, the fastest growing film festival in Eastern North Carolina, where I build collaborative relationships with sponsors, partners, and volunteers, and develop social media outlets to promote our diverse and innovative film selections.
Viviana Rojas
I am a bilingual School Psychologist, who has been working with bilingual and culturally diverse children and families for seventeen years in New York city. I am passionate about helping elementary school children build self-confidence, and using mindfulness strategies and tools to support their social and emotional needs and optimize their learning.
Samantha Brown
Passionate about deciphering the art of effective communication, Sam created The Human Code™️ to empower individuals and teams with unparalleled clarity in their interactions. With a proven record of transforming relationships and enhancing professional performance, I'm dedicated to unraveling communication intricacies.
As a Digital Transformation Leader with a passion for solving big global problems, Sam has committed her career and energy to mentoring and investing in the next generation of youth, in technology, and future leaders.
Tanesha Adjokatcher
Tanisha Adjokatcher is a celebrated author and entrepreneur, recognized for her insightful contributions to business and leadership. Featured in *Black Enterprise*, Tanisha is known for her expertise in empowering women and minority-owned businesses.
Ruth Pearce, J.D
Ruth Pearce is a speaker, coach & trainer. She envisions workplaces becoming part of the
solution to the mental health crisis, rather than contributing to it. Ruth knows that mental well-
being is vital for employees, leaders, organizations, and society at large. And there is plenty of
evidence that better mental health leads to better organizational outcomes.
With an academic foundation from the London School of Economics and Concord Law School,
paired with over 25 years of project leadership experience in financial services, state
government, and non-profits, Ruth Pearce brings a wealth of expertise in creating balance,
thriving environments. Her personal journey through anxiety and burnout inspires her passion for
leadership development and fostering organizations that prioritize mental health.
Naeemah Elias
I help my clients to find creative solutions. Whether that's breaking through the barriers that hold you in place, or building the pathways that unlock potential in your employees and your organization. I benefitted from countless hands reaching out to help me create a transformational life experience. Now I get to use my diversity of experience to be the hand that pulls you up!
