Charleston, South Carolina | February 25, 2026
Women in Restaurant Leadership (WiRL) is proud to welcome Toni Ronayne, Founder & CEO of The C Society, as the opening welcome speaker for the 2026 Together Summit in Charleston, South Carolina.
Ronayne will address attendees during the opening evening programming, setting the tone for two days centered on courageous leadership, reinvention, and women supporting women- not just in theory, but in practice. Her remarks will reflect a season of transformation and the evolving ways leaders are building new models, communities, and paths forward in the restaurant and hospitality industry.
The values at the heart of WiRL- collective intelligence, shared learning, and leadership rooted in connection, closely intersect with The C Society’s mission to bring senior-level leadership together in service of growth, impact, and sustainability. Ronayne’s welcome marks a meaningful alignment between two communities committed to elevating women and shaping the future of leadership.
The Together Summit takes place February 25–26, 2026, bringing industry leaders together for inspiration, education, and connection in one of the country’s most iconic cities. Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.womenleadrestaurants.com
About the Speaker:
Toni Ronayne is the Founder & CEO of The C Society, a collective of senior fractional leaders supporting emerging and scaling brands through strategy, leadership, and community.