About this Event
Mayor Eric Garcetti’s Office of Economic Development invites you to attend a virtual celebration of LA Women’s Entrepreneurship Day 2020.
"In It Together"
In recognition of the significant impact women business owners have made on the Los Angeles economy and quality of life despite significant obstacles, Mayor Eric Garcetti and the Los Angeles City Council declared November 19 to be Women's Entrepreneurship Day in Los Angeles. The goal of the LA WED Celebration is to inspire, empower, and catalyze diverse, yet like-minded individuals, agencies, and organizations to help women-owned businesses realize their full potential in Los Angeles and throughout the world. All are welcome to join in the celebration and partake in the resources available. It is a unique opportunity for current and aspiring entrepreneurs to create meaningful connections, get expert advice and information, and gather the support and resources necessary to set themselves up for success.
The LA WED Celebration will include remarks from successful and emerging local women entrepreneurs, breakout sessions with leading experts, a financial resource expo, and networking opportunities with other women entrepreneurs and organizations.
9:45 am: Mingle before the event
Arrive early, complete your business assessment, and mingle with other guests.
10:00 am – 11:00 am: Keynote Speakers
Welcome remarks by Mayor Eric Garcetti followed by remarks from founders in a variety of industries who will share their journey, lessons learned, and challenges on their pathway to successful business ownership.
11: 00 am - 2:00 pm: Program
Breakout Sessions
Financial Resource and Business Assistance Expo
Women Organizations Expo
Anxiety and stress support and discussions
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Stay for an after-event mixer!
Industry-based networking and discussions
Health and Wellness panel and discussion
One-on-one speed mixer
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LA WED 2020 CELEBRATION SPEAKERS:
Mayor Eric Garcetti, Mayor of Los Angeles City
Wendy Diamond, Founder, Women's Entrepreneurship Day Organization
Katie Chin, Founder, Wok Star Inc. and Global Women's Entrepreneurship Day Los Angeles Ambassador
Martha de la Torre, Founder/CEO, El Clasificado and EC Hispanic Media
Hillary Kerr, Co-Founder, Clique Media Group; Co-Founder/Chief Content Officer, WhoWhatWear; Host, Second Life
Sharon Chuter, Founder/CEO/Creative Director, UOMA Beauty; Founder, Pull Up for Change
Ellen Bennett, Founder/CEO, Hedley & Bennett
Olivia June, Founder/CEO, VINA; Co-founder, PYM
RSVP here and learn more here.