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Center for Women & Enterprise
Karen Wallace, Executive Vice President of Economic Inclusion, Associated Industries of Massachusetts (AIM)
Get ready to energize your ideas and captivate your audience! We’re thrilled to kick off the Summit with an interactive live pitch practice designed to be both fun and invaluable. Imagine sitting at the table alongside your fellow attendees, collaborating and honing your pitches together while offering insights and encouragement. This is all about learning and growing as a community!
But wait, there’s more! We’ll elevate the experience by inviting 2-3 brave souls to step up and share their pitches with the entire room. This is your moment to shine and receive constructive feedback!
Don’t miss our essential prep session! Join us on Zoom on August 19 for a free interactive workshop hosted by CWE and AIM. You’ll gain expert tips, strategies, and an initial practice session that will get those creative juices flowing! Click here for more information and to register!
Download the Value Proposition Builder PDF.
Center for Women & Enterprise
In these uncertain times, coming together is more essential than ever. As we wrap up this year’s Summit, you’ll have the chance to engage in a small group discussion focusing on the challenges you’re facing—whether as an entrepreneur or in your organizational role. This is your opportunity to gain fresh perspectives and share experiences with individuals who truly understand your journey.
Expand your network and leave with a commitment to reconnect with your group at least once before the end of the year.
Allison Byers, Founder & CEO, Scroobious
Are you ready to rethink how you access funding for your business? Join us for an engaging session led by Scroobious Founder & CEO, Allison Byers. Together, we’ll shatter the myth that funding only comes from banks and venture capitalists. You’ll discover how to connect with both formal and informal investors, positioning your business as a valuable partnership instead of merely a request for charity.
In this session, you’ll gain:
Walk away, equipped with more than just information; you’ll gain the language, mindset, and momentum necessary to propel your business growth!
Samalid Hogan, CEO & Principal Consultant, Greylock Management Consulting
Ready to elevate your business to new heights? Join us for an engaging and interactive session designed to help you create or refine your capability statement—a vital asset for securing government and corporate contracts.
Whether you have a statement that needs a makeover or are starting from scratch, this workshop is your opportunity to roll up your sleeves and dive in. You’ll receive hands-on guidance to develop a polished draft that is perfectly tailored to your business needs.
Remember to bring your laptop! By the end of our time together, you’ll walk away with a powerful capability statement that you can implement immediately, enhancing your contracting opportunities. Take this chance to gain a competitive edge and set your business up for success!
Leslie Forde, CEO & Founder, Mom's Hierarchy of Needs, LLC
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of work and home? You're not alone! Join Leslie Forde, CEO and Founder of Mom's Hierarchy of Needs, LLC, for an engaging session on how to seamlessly integrate self-care into your dynamic schedule. You'll gain clarity and create space for both personal and professional growth.
We will focus on:
Take this opportunity to prioritize your well-being and thrive in all aspects of your life!
