BOLD Success 2024
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November 19th, 2024
University of Washington
Seattle, WA
Immerse yourself in the lush surroundings of the University of Washington’s Center for Urban Horticulture, Botanic Gardens in Seattle, Washington. This exquisite venue provides the perfect backdrop to showcase the flourishing success and profound impact of our distinguished WBEs. BOLD Success offers a carefully curated program designed to recognize WBEs and propel your business to new heights:
Inspiring Success Stories: Hear firsthand from WBEs who have achieved remarkable growth through certification, strategic partnerships, community engagement, and unwavering perseverance.
Dynamic Speed Networking: Forge valuable connections networking with corporate partners and other WBEs—an opportunity more rewarding than traditional speed dating.
Expert-Led Growth Sessions: Gain invaluable insights from our specialized workshops (more information on the full agenda coming soon).
WBENC Star Celebration: Be part of the momentous unveiling of WBEC Pacific’s WBENC Star 2025 and honor the legacy of past WBENC Stars as we commemorate WBEC Pacific’s 25th anniversary.
An Evening of Stars and Connections: As the day transitions to evening, indulge in our “A Star Filled Garden Reception” held in the stunning greenhouse. Network with fellow visionaries while savoring exquisite cuisine and fine wines from local women-owned establishments.
Schedule & Speakers
IDEATION 2024 Emcee
| Event Name | Event Speaker | Event Description |
|---|---|---|
| Amplify Connections: Power Networking Kickoff | X | Check-in, breakfast, and introduction of all-day bingo |
| Welcoming Voices of Leadership | X | X |
| Opening Remarks | Stacie Harwood and Janice R. Greene, PhD | X |
| Designing Resilience: Crafting a Business that Withstands Adversity – BOLD Success 2024 Keynote | Kelly Sparks | In “Designing Resilience: Crafting a Business That Withstands Adversity,” Kelly shares her transformative journey from surviving an abusive marriage with no savings or education to building an Emmy Award-winning creative agency. After discovering $20,000 hidden in a garage wall—half gifted from her future husband that would become the seed money for her business—she launched VMG Studios from a small garage office, eventually growing it into a successful agency with clients like Coca-Cola. Through her story, Kelly reveals three essential strategies for designing resilience into any organization. Her message powerfully demonstrates how resilience, when intentionally cultivated, can transform both personal adversity and business challenges into stepping stones for extraordinary achievement. |
| Magnify Brilliance: WBEC Pacific’s Constellation of Stars | X | A celebration of WBEC Pacific Stars and coronation of our 2025 WBE Star |
| Growth and Success: Triumphs in Women’s Enterprises – The Spirit Sox Story | Lisa Riggs | From a stay-at-home mom to founder of Spirit Sox USA, Lisa Riggs shares her journey of turning a school fundraiser idea into a thriving business. After leaving her corporate career at NetApp, Lisa faced the challenges of starting her own business head-on, using WBENC certification to access resources that fueled her company’s growth. Today, Spirit Sox USA is making strides in B2B and B2C markets and is featured in retail giants like Sam’s Club and Hudson News. Lisa’s story is a testament to resilience, resourcefulness, and the power of community support in building a successful woman-owned business. |
| Growth and Success: Triumphs in Women’s Enterprises – KNOW Research & Peace by Piece International – Harnessing the Power of WBENC Connections | Katrina Noelle and Lauri Pastrone | Peace by Piece International and KNow Research will present to other women-owned businesses on the benefits of partnerships and collaborations. They will highlight how KNow’s annual pro bono program differentiates the company and inspires new collaborative opportunities. Peace by Piece will share about the need, as a small social impact business, how through collaboration, they have grown their business and strengthened their messaging and customer connections. The presenters will emphasize that WBENC connections lead to collaboration, sparking mutually beneficial partnerships, which in turn create a rising tide that lifts all small business boats. The presenters will stress the power of vulnerability and proactively seeking partnerships, even for resource-constrained enterprises. They will explain how collaborations can help small businesses access new markets, expand capabilities, and overcome limitations by leveraging complementary strengths. The presenters will highlight WBENC’s crucial role in facilitating authentic regional connections that foster camaraderie and support growth through shared expertise and resources. The core message will be that collaboration is essential for small, women-owned businesses to collectively achieve more than they could individually. |
| Corporate Collaboration: Partnerships that Propel Growth | Joel Gillespie, Courtney Fraga, and Stacie Harwood | Featuring Microsoft, Skanska, and T-Mobile |
| Lunch & Bingo Networking | X | Wisdom circles with rotating topics |
| AI Sandbox: Hands-On Marketing Strategies | Bob Bonniol and Kelly Sparks | Join us for an engaging workshop led by two industry experts: VMG Studios’s Kelly Sparks and MODE Studios’ Bob Bonniol. Together, they will reveal how Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) can leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) to build their marketing efforts and compete on a level with much larger companies. This interactive workshop will introduce practical AI tools that empower small business owners to optimize strategies and gain the edge of having an in-house marketing guru without the high costs. Bring your questions and get ready to engage! Kelly and Bob will guide you through essential AI applications perfect for WBEs, covering everything from building a marketing plan and personalizing image content to building your own custom GPTs. You’ll discover cost-effective AI solutions that can streamline your marketing efforts and allow you to focus on building meaningful connections with your audience. Whether you’re just beginning with AI or looking to deepen your knowledge, this workshop offers an invaluable opportunity to learn how to use AI effectively to drive growth, increase visibility, and stay competitive in a fast-paced digital world. |
| WBENCPitch AMPLIFY: WBEC Pacific Semi-Finalists and Finalists Showcase | X | X |
| Increase Opportunities: Rapid-Fire Business Connections | X | Speed Networking |
| Intro and Thank You of Forum Members, Announcement of Bingo Winners, and Closing Remarks | Janice R. Greene, PhD | X |
| Celebration and Networking Reception | X | X |