Women’s Day Expo – Raleigh – Free Admission

Women’s Day Expo – FREE Admission

Come celebrate International Women’s Day!

3 reasons to not miss this expo

• Empowerment: supporting women entrepreneurs on individual success, economic empowerment, and building a more equitable society.
• Community: be a part of a platform that supports the spirit of women in business, featuring inspiring stories of collaboration and success.
• Impact: witness the positive impact that women-owned businesses have on their communities, from job creation to social initiatives.

Join us for a day filled with inspiring speakers, informative workshops, and a wide range of exhibitors showcasing products and services that support women’s well-being and women owned businesses.

Secretary of State Elaine Marshall

Todd Lyden, Director of Small Business Center, Wake Tech

Mark Weldon, Small Business Development Manager, City of Raleigh

Gene Holand, SBTDC Capital Center Interim Director

Adriana Lanzas, Business Counselor, NC State Staff Senator, SBTDC

Clodagh Lyons- Bastian, The AI Advantage: How Entrepreneurs Can Use AI as Their Ultimate Business Partner

Over 100 vendors!

Network. Collaborate .Connect!

Your Guide to Shopping Local and Supporting Women

Ignite Your Entrepreneurial Journey! ✨

• 💰 Unlock Funding & Programs: Discover resources to fuel your business dreams.
• 💡 Gain Expert Insights: Learn from industry leaders and their success stories.
• 🛍️ Shop Local Treasures: Support your community and find unique products.
• 🤝 Connect & Collaborate: Build valuable relationships with fellow entrepreneurs.
• 🦈 Win Amazing Prizes: Showcase your ideas and compete for exciting rewards.

SCHEDULE ROOM 303

Moderator: Elaina Athans – WTVD Reporter

11:00 – 12:00 Welcome/ Mingle/Meet

Own your Business, Own your Time

12:00-12:05 Dr Aman Shabbir-The Must-Have Self-Care Strategy for Women Entrepreneur

12:05-12:15 Blue Water SpaTasha Rowland & Brooke Lawrence

12:15-12:20 Dr. Rita ReneeFrom Cocoon to Queen: Your Journey of Transformation

12:20-12:30 Q&A

Leveling the Playing Field

12:30 12:40 Francie GottsegenNC Football Club

12:40-12:45 Q&A

AI Advantage

12:45 -12:55 Clodagh Lyons-Bastian The AI Intelligence

12:55-1:00 Q&A

Guiding Force1:00-1:20 Secretary of State Elaine Marshall

Local Resources

2:00-2:10 Mark Weldon City of Raleigh

2:10-2:20 Todd Lyden -Wake Tech Community College

2:20-2:30Q&A

Expert Business Guidance

3:00-3:30 Gene Holland SBTDC, Interim Director – Adriana Larzas Business Counselor -Eileen Proctor Business Counselor – Shelley Kelly Business Counselor

Standing on your Own Yow Feet- Success Stories

3:30-3:45 Anna Smith FeltsLaw Offices of Anna Smith Felts & Olena Milovanova Actic Business Solutions

4:00Shark Tank

Judges

Allison Sanders Dr. Rita Renee Olena Milovanova

4:00 Shark Tank – Prizes: $300 gift – 2 hours free consulation: Branding and Consulting (Allison Sanders) , 2 hours free consultation of Business Development (Olena Milovadova) , 2 hours of free business and personal coachiing (Dr. Rita Renee) Free vending space at Raleigh’s Spring Festival May 10th at Moore Square.

Finish at 5:00

ROUND ROBIN

Allison Sanders, Brand Strategy ConsultantCompany: Allison Celeste, LLCMarketing Expertise: A Fortune 50 and Global Brand Strategist with over 10 years of experience in branding and marketing across B2C and B2B sectors. Bringing corporate expertise to entrepreneurs to produce winning brands!

Olena Milovanov , Ready Set, Launch!

Dr. Amna Shabbir – The Must-Have Self-Care Strategy for Women Entrepreneur

Dr. Rita Renee – From Cocoon to Queen: Your Journey of Transformation

Anna Smith Felts – Attorney at Law

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Entrepreneurs are encouraged to sign up to be vendors and showcase their business:

Register here:

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Hear other’s women’s journeys and be heard! Women empowering women!

THANK YOU! to our sponsor Tasha Rowland at Blue Water Spa. Read below to see the beginning of greatness!!

“At Blue Water Spa, your face is our signature. We offer transformative medical-grade treatments for the face and body, administered by top aesthetic professionals. Our results look natural—never “done” or artificial—and are effective for all skin tones. Founded by Kile Law and board-certified plastic surgeon Michael Law, MD, Blue Water Spa is committed to the safest, most transformative non-surgical procedures.”