Women’s Business Summit: Southern Coastal
📅 Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
📍 Location: 1500 Pine Meadow Drive, Savannah, GA
⏰ Time: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM (Mocktail Mixer: 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM)
🎟️Register at
https://georgiasbdc.org/training-program/0674-001
The Women’s Business Summit, presented by the UGA Small Business Development Center in partnership with Georgia Southern University, is designed to inspire, educate, and connect women in business. This full-day event features expert-led sessions, networking opportunities, and actionable strategies to help women entrepreneurs and professionals lead with confidence, grow their businesses, and embrace new opportunities.
Event Highlights & Speaker Lineup
8:30 - 9:00 AM | Registration & Red Carpet
Kick off the day with continental breakfast and networking.
9:00 - 9:10 AM | Welcome
Mia Mance
9:10 - 9:55 AM | Keynote: "Create Your Own Path: Making a REAL Impact™"
Rita Goodroe – An inspiring session on breaking free from limits, aligning decisions with your vision, and leading authentically in business and life.
9:55 - 10:10 AM | "Stronger Together" - Celebrating Partnerships & SBDC’s Mission
Becky Brownlee
10:10 - 10:50 AM | Panel Discussion: "Community Connection - Why They Matter for Business Success"
Join community leaders as they discuss how meaningful connections drive business growth and strengthen partnerships.
10:50 - 11:15 AM | Break
11:15 - 11:45 AM | Video: "Funding to Fuel Your Growing Business"
12:00 - 12:30 PM | "Whole Life Balance: Prioritize What Matters Most"
Amy Capello – Learn practical strategies to overcome burnout, set boundaries, and align your business and life with what truly matters.
12:30 - 1:15 PM | Lunch & Post-It Inspiration
1:15 - 1:45 PM | "From Doubt to Dominance: The Power of Confidence for Women in Business"
Victoria Baylor – An empowering session tackling imposter syndrome, mindset challenges, and strategies to build unstoppable confidence.
1:45 - 2:20 PM | "Branding with Integrity: The Power of Authenticity"
Jennifer Abshire – Discover how authenticity in branding builds trust, strengthens customer relationships, and ensures long-term success.
2:20 - 2:50 PM | "Boss Lady - Empowered & Thriving: How She Built Her Business Empire"
Emily McCarthy – Get inspired by Emily’s journey from a small stationery business to a thriving storefront and fashion brand.
3:15 - 4:15 PM | Stirring Connections - Mocktail Mixer
Unwind and network with fellow attendees while enjoying refreshing mocktails.
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