Sometimes, what you are looking for is right in front of you! In advance of this conference, we brainstormed ideas to make conferences more diverse and to encourage more women to propose talks. In the process, we discovered a powerful tool - The Women Cohort Model - that has helped us amplify our personal and professional strengths, enhance our leadership capabilities and create a safe space for discussing sensitive topics. We are thrilled to share an overview of The Women Cohort Model, along with our own experiences and tips on how to use it effectively. We invite everyone to join us in the discussion because individuals are inspired to do their best work when they are connected to something bigger than themselves.