The Power of WE (Women Entrepreneurs) Conference

WE is a purpose driven, heart centered collaborative event inspired by women for women! This year's theme is Amplifying Purpose, People and Profit. We're dedicated to Purpose Driven Leadership, and Unleashing the Full Potential of Women in Business. Inspired by the extraordinary power of women, we're committed to Igniting Positive Change in both the professional and personal realms. Our conference acts as a catalyst for thought-provoking content, fostering women's leadership development, creativity, and innovation. We delve into strategies for transcending self-imposed limits, empowering attendees to reach unprecedented heights of advancement and stewardship. WE welcomes anyone who has an interest in she/her/hers topics and discussions. Power of WE stands as a torch for women eager to ignite positive change, offering insights into: - Nurturing empathetic leadership and securing a sustainable business future. - Finding clarity and direction, unblocking pathways to success. - Implementing actionable strategies for personal and professional growth. - Enhancing productivity while balancing life’s demands. - Harnessing the power of your subconscious for financial breakthroughs. - Leveraging the digital age, including AI, for business prosperity.**BRING A LAPTOP IF INTERESTED IN THIS BREAKOUT** - Collaborating effectively to maximize team expertise and business evolution. Our platform will share valuable resources, including Federal, State, and local funding opportunities specifically for women. We highlight essential tools and resources to support women-owned businesses, fostering an environment that encourages professional and personal development. WE is more than an event. It's a vibrant community united in facing challenges and exploring innovative methodologies for new directions. Our expert speakers will share their personal stories and strategies for achieving next-level prosperity, providing diverse perspectives for women from all industries, occupations, and backgrounds. Register today and be part of this transformative experience! Registration Fee = Conference Attendance, Interactive Work Sessions, Complimentary Copy of our Keynote, Olivia Omega's Book "Beautifully Branded" Kalamatapit Catered Meals, Social Connecting We are thrilled to bring you a diverse lineup of keynotes, guest speakers and panelists for this year’s WE Conference. Salida SteamPlant Event Center – 220 W Sackett Ave, Salida, CO 81201 8:00am Check In | Registration 8:30am SteamPlant Main Stage “Welcome from our Emcee” Heather Barron, Founder, Luminous Life + Transformational Life Coach | Celebrant | Ceremony Design Specialist | Creator of “Officiate Like a Pro” “The Power of WE Purpose + Scope” Jamie Billesbach, Director, Central Mountain SBDC Morning Keynote “Authentically Telling Your Purpose Led Story” Olivia Omega, Senior Director MarComm, Denver Scholarship Foundation | Branding Strategist | Diversity + Inclusion Advocate | Entrepreneur Break “Supporting Women in Business” Power of WE Platinum Sponsor Niki Stotler, President | CEO at High Country Bank “HerStory: Powerful Narratives of Women-Owned Businesses” Thuy Nguyen, Founder, The Twiggy Mother | A Branch for Spiritual Healing, Enlightenment + Empowerment | Light Is Birthed From Darkness “HerStory: Powerful Narratives of Women-Owned Businesses” Holly Woods, PhD., Founder, Emergence Institute + Sacred Human Expedition | Guiding Courageous Leaders to Navigate our Uncertain Future with Love, Not Fear. | Reclaim the Power of your Purpose | Master Integral Coach | Futurist | Psychedelic Mentor | Author Breakout Work Sessions (choose from 4 interactive options) Main Stage – “Investigating Imposter Syndrome: Discover Where it Comes From + How to Finally Get Dominion Over it!” Lois Todd, Founder, Alchemy Strategic Group | Certified Executive Coach | Skilled Facilitator | Strategic Planning Annex – “AI Strategies for Entrepreneurs” **BRING A LAPTOP IF INTERESTED IN THIS BREAKOUT** Kayla Doan, Founder, Intentional Ventures | Fractional Product Leader for Startups | Business Consultant, SBDC Venue Tent – “How to Cultivate Gratitude, Growth + Grace in Work & Life” Jess Bonasso, Founder, Jess Bonasso The Self Rescue Goddess | Brave Life Catalyst + Self-Rescue Mentor | Author + Speaker at Brave Life Consulting Ballroom Mezzanine – “Journaling + Poetry + Mindful Practice: Triggers Are Gifts of Awareness For Healing” Thuy Nguyen, Founder, The Twiggy Mother | A Branch for Spiritual Healing, Enlightenment + Empowerment Lunch 1:30pm SteamPlant Main Stage “WE Welcome You Back” P.T. Wood, Chair, Chaffee County Commission + Central Mtn SBDC Fiscal Host “Empowering Businesses to Thrive in Colorado” Hannah Krieger, State Director, Colorado SBDC Network Colorado Office of Economic Development + International Trade “Breaking Barriers: Women Rising Up in Business” Aikta Marcoulier, Regional Administrator, Region VIII – Rocky Mountain Region, U.S. Small Business Administration Afternoon Keynote "Igniting Positive Change: A Journey of Reinvention, Resilience + Relentless Pursuit of Purpose" Flavia Reis Kubricht, Project Management | International Relations | Growth | It Solutions | Certified SCRUM Product Owner | Tekumo Success Manager  Break Breakout Work Sessions (choose from 4 interactive options) Main Stage – “Building Your Brand Story: Connect With Consumers Beyond Your Product + Services” Kristine Carey, Founder, The Brand Guide + Executive Director, Naturally Boulder | Natural Products Community Builder Annex – "Awaken Your Audacious Creator: Your Path to Purpose-Driven Impact" Holly Woods, PhD., Founder, Emergence Institute + Sacred Human Expedition | Guiding Courageous Leaders to Navigate our Uncertain Future with Love, Not Fear. | Reclaim the Power of your Purpose | Master Integral Coach | Futurist | Psychedelic Mentor | Author Ballroom Mezzanine – “How To Sell your Products in Stores + Sustainably Grow Your CPG Brand” Carra Kelly, Co Founder, Bechamel CPG | Supporting Emerging CPG Brands Through Distribution + Retail Venue Tent – “Your Health + Wellness is Big Business. Holistic Empowerment Pathways” Kelly Corbett, Founder, Elemental Conditioning | M.S. of Exercise Science + Health Promotion | Certified in Corrective Exercise, Pilates, Yoga + Functional Range Conditioning “WE Gather Thoughts of the Day + Closing Ceremony” + Group Photo Main Stage “WE Gather Music + Social Connecting” Ballroom + Outdoors along the Arkansas River Cost includes attendance to the conference, workshops, Keynote Olivia Omega Book "Beautifully Branded," catered meals by Kalamatapit and social connecting after hours. We are also offering pre conference workshops on May 16.

Speaker(s): Morning Keynote Speaker: Olivia Omega Afternoon Keynote: Flavia Reis Kubricht

Co-Sponsor(s): Sponsored by: High Country Bank, OEDIT Minority Business Office (MBO), My Lovely Spaces, Maverick Wealth Group, Willow Bradner- The Accidental Psychic, Mountain Town Magazine, Mountain Woman Magazine, Bobo's, Woodland Motel, CherylGarcia.com/Legal Shield, CHFA, Western Colorado University Adult Degree Completion Program, Byte Bars Created and Presented by: Central Mountain Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Powered and Hosted by: SBA, Chaffee, Lake + Park Counties Seeking Sponsors! Reach out for information: info@centralsbdc.org

Fee: $ 75.00