by Melissa Hoppe | Mar 31, 2026
Moderator: Dana Spandet (Flour Girl & Flame) Panelists: Jessie Cannizzaro (Milestone Plumbing), JohnRae Stowers (JazzyRaé Jewels & Accessories), Liz Joy (Joy Ice Cream Social), Nikki Purvis (African American Chamber of WI) Fast tips, big impact. This session...
by Melissa Hoppe | Mar 31, 2026
Moderator: Angela Mallett (HoneyBee Sage Wellness) Panelists: Christy McKenzie (Pasture and Plenty), Hannah Kopplin (Tots On The Street), Sarah Noble (BeNoble Group), Steph Davies (The Waxwing) Forget the rules, the “shoulds,” and the one-size-fits-all plans. This...
by Melissa Hoppe | Mar 31, 2026
Presenter: Ashley Town (Bay View Printing Co.) Branding is more than logos and colors—it’s how you show up, tell your story, and earn trust. In this session, you’ll explore the power of positioning, narrative, and operating standards to create a brand that connects,...
by Melissa Hoppe | Mar 31, 2026
Moderator: Chelsea Matson (Chelsea Matson Photography) Panelists: Amy Krymkowski (Better Path Coaching), Lizz Stachura (Tootsie’s Tea), Melissa Buchholz (Odd Duck), Dr. Monique Liston (UBUNTU Research and Evaluation) Entrepreneurship doesn’t look the same for...
by Melissa Hoppe | Mar 31, 2026
Moderator: Corry Joe Biddle (MMAC) Panelists: Francesca Mayca Wegner (HPGM), Christine Hojnacki (Imagine MKE), Francisca Rodriguez (WEDC), Susan Kerns (Milwaukee Film) Great ideas thrive when people come together. This session is all about connecting, creating, and...
by Melissa Hoppe | Mar 31, 2026
Moderator: Stephanie Melnick (Melnick & Melnick, S.C.) Panelists: Franceseca Hong, Tiffany Miller (Fruition MKE), Janelle Gramling (Tooth and Nail), Nell Benton (Shorewest Realtors) Sometimes the bravest thing an entrepreneur can do is take a new direction. This...
by Melissa Hoppe | Mar 31, 2026
Moderator: Sarah Haas Panelists: Cetonia Weston (Niche Book Bar), Rae Frye (Cival), Rosha Brister (Style Pop Cafe), Tracy Wallschlaeger (Midwest Construction Group) Build your physical presence with confidence. Explore the key steps to opening a brick-and-mortar...
by Melissa Hoppe | Mar 31, 2026
Speed Networking Short conversations, lasting impact. Rotate through a series of quick introductions to build relationships, share your business, and discover potential collaborators. Room 7970
by Melissa Hoppe | Mar 31, 2026
Moderator: Daniela Varela (Ruby’s Bagels) Panelists: Kaelyn Cervero (41Fork Hospitality), Morgan Phelps (Colorful Connections) You don’t have to do it all alone. Learn how to find, hire, and retain the right people to support your vision—and build a team that...
by Melissa Hoppe | Mar 31, 2026
Moderator: Lauren Feaster (City Year) Panelists: Chloe Longmire (Chase My Creations), Val Lucks (Comet Cafe, Honeypie, Small Pie, Palomino), Mikel McGee (414loral) Running a business doesn’t mean doing it all yourself. This session focuses on setting boundaries and...
