Frequently Asked Question

Table for Ten is not designed as a traditional conference where attendees sit passively and listen to panels.

It is designed as an interactive leadership and communication experience where participants practice presenting ideas, receive real feedback, and build relationships across real estate and technology. 

Our mission is simple: equip more women with the communication and business development skills required for ownership and leadership in the built environment.

Attendees consistently report leaving with:

• Stronger public speaking and presentation confidence

• New business relationships and mentors

• Practical insights from leaders in architecture, development, and construction

• Increased visibility within and outside of real estate/construction

• A deeper understanding of how communication drives leadership and ownership

This is not passive learning. It is participatory and practical.

Table for Ten brings together people who shape and influence the built environment and the communities around it.

This includes professionals across architecture, construction, real estate, technology, finance, and civic leadership who are interested in strengthening communication, leadership, and collaboration across industries.

Attendees often include:

• Architects and designers

• Developers and real estate professionals

• Construction professionals and engineers

• Marketing, communications, and business development leaders

• Investors and capital partners

• Technology professionals working in proptech, construction tech, or urban innovation

• Entrepreneurs and founders building companies that support the built environment

• Public sector and civic leaders involved in city building

• Students and emerging professionals exploring careers in these fields

Many attendees also come from adjacent industries — technology, finance, consulting, and media — because the future of cities and infrastructure increasingly requires collaboration across disciplines.

Whether you design, build, invest, advise, or influence how communities grow, Table for Ten is a place to learn, connect, and contribute to the conversation.

Yes.

Table for Ten exists to elevate women’s leadership, but the future of the industry depends on collaboration, not exclusion. 

While our mission focuses on empowering women, men are absolutely welcome and are essential allies in building more equitable leadership.

Many of our strongest supporters and participants are men who believe in developing stronger teams and more inclusive leadership.

Men attend as:

• Mentors

• Allies

• Investors

• Business partners

• Industry leaders committed to expanding opportunity

General Admissions Tickets include:

• Access to roundtable, sessions and programming

• Interactive presentation and pitch sessions

• Food and beverages throughout the event

• Opportunities to connect with leaders 

VIP tickets include additional opportunities for deeper engagement with speakers, mentors, and industry leaders.

Table for Ten is mission-driven 501c3 organization.

Ticket revenue supports:

• Event production and future venue costs

• Speaker programming and travel

• Educational workshops and leadership training

• Scholarships for students and emerging professionals

• Free tickets for young professionals who would otherwise not have access to this room

A core part of our mission is ensuring every generation has a seat at the table.

Yes.

Each year, Table for Ten provides complimentary tickets to deserving students and emerging professionals so they can participate in conversations that shape the future of the industry.

If you are in a position to attend with a paid ticket, your support helps ensure that others who are just beginning their careers can also be in the room.

As of March 2026, we have completed the process of giving away complimentary tickets. If you'd like to be considered in future years, please email us at hello@table-for-ten.org.

Both.

Table for Ten combines:

• leadership development

• communication training

• real-world industry insight

• meaningful relationship building

Our goal is not just to connect people, but to help them grow with professional development that tangible.

Absolutely.

Many attendees say the event helped them understand how leadership, business development, and communication actually work in practice.

It also provides access to mentors and industry leaders that are often difficult to meet early in a career.

Senior leaders attend to:

• expand their professional network

• support leadership development within the industry

• participate in conversations shaping the future of the built environment

Many executives attend because they believe leadership development is a responsibility, not just a career milestone.

Yes.

Many companies send teams to Table for Ten as part of their leadership development and professional training programs.
If your firm is interested in sponsorship or group tickets, please contact us directly at hello@table-for-ten.org.

The industries that shape our cities — architecture, construction, and real estate — influence how people live, work on a daily basis.
Complex challenges require leaders who can listen, collaborate, and build consensus, not just compete for authority. The most effective organizations today are moving away from dominance-based leadership models and toward collaborative leadership — where diverse perspectives strengthen decisions and create better outcomes.

Table for Ten exists to help expand that leadership pipeline. By equipping more women into conversations about communication, influence, and ownership, we help prepare the next generation of leaders to guide the built environment with clarity and confidence.