Agenda
Join us on Wednesday September 14, 2022 for the Women’s Business Summit featuring success stories, engaging roundtable discussions, networking and more!
8:30 a.m. Special Pre-Summit Session
Participation limited to attendees who register by July 1
Start Your Day, Start Your Life
Brenda will explore the science, benefits and practice of mindfulness and provide tools and strategies to reduce stress and strengthen the ability to meet the inherent complexities of work and everyday life. Mindfulness is made for times like these and is a quality of awareness that is purposeful, clear and available to meet whatever arises moment-to-moment. Start your day and start your life in this centering preliminary session.
9:00 - 9:30 a.m. Registration & Continental Breakfast
Welcome
Foundation for Success
The foundation for success involves mindset, work ethic and determination. Perhaps most important is your vision of success and how you navigate through disruptive detours. In this session Donna explores the true definition of success, building a life based on values, and removing the self-inflicted limitations to help ensure positive outcomes on your journey.
The Journey - Insights & Inspiration
Moderated Panel Discussion – Q&A – Roundtable
Hearing how other entrepreneurs navigate their journey can help you plan for your own. Starting and building a successful business is not a linear process – there are many paths and unexpected diversions along the way.
The morning panel features three successful women entrepreneurs, Karen Collins, Lisa Greene, and Angela Pitter, with who will describe their unique journeys— the things that went according to plan and more importantly, the things that didn't. This captivating session is moderated by Karen Andreas, North Shore Chamber of Commerce, President/Chief Executive Officer.
What inspired them to start a business?
How did they navigate obstacles along the way?
What are the key elements that helped propel their success?
What advice do they have for you?
Beach Plum Flower Shop
Floral Designer & Owner
12:30 LUNCH
Gourmet lunch prepared by Willowdale Executive Chef Ben Lightbody
What are the distinctive challenges we face as women entrepreneurs? Participants are invited to discuss this intriguing question informally over lunch.
Pivotal Steps to Pave the Way
Nuggets of the day – Insights & Reflection
Breakout Sessions
Breakout Sessions will focus on three key areas pre-selected by attendees - Marketing, Finance/Operations and Start-up. Explore your top of mind challeges and opportunities in this interactive session facilitated by Certified SCORE Mentors. Walk away with tangible ideas and solutions for your business.
Your Journey & Next Steps
Recap of the day & Roundtable
Closing Remarks
Networking Reception - concludes at 4:30 p.m.
