Prepare to be inspired by an unprecedented lineup of entrepreneurs, on and off the stage. Entrepreneurs and business leaders such as Shark Tank‘s Barbara Corcoran, Baked by Melissa’s Melissa Ben-Ishay and Carol’s Daughter founder Lisa Price. They’ll share their stories—and lessons learned along the way—about defying the odds and reinventing business.
Surround yourself with more than 200 savvy female business owners with diverse backgrounds, passions, and pursuits for a day of candid conversation, provocative thinking, innovative business ideas, and workable solutions. They’ll have you energized and empowered to build a thriving business and life.
Have your most-pressing business challenges, concerns, and questions addressed in this open forum. You will receive practical advice, feasible solutions, and innovative ideas on how to fund, launch and grow your business from veteran entrepreneurs.
8:00 AM
Start your day off right. Grab a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy a bite to eat as you meet the amazing people you’ll be learning alongside.
9:00 AM
Special Remarks: Eric Schurenberg, president and editor in chief, Inc.
9:05 AM
Speaker: Barbara Corcoran, co-star, Shark Tank; founder, The Corcoran Group; co-founder, Barbara Corcoran Venture Partners; and author, Shark Tales
9:55 AM
Speaker: Piera Gelardi, co-founder and executive creative director, Refinery29; and
Melissa Ben Ishay, co-founder, president, and chief product officer, Baked By Melissa
10:45 AM
Take a moment to share your thoughts and ideas from the morning’s sessions. During this time, we encourage you to get to know fellow Inc. Women’s Summit attendees and exchange information and observations. Follow @IncLiveEvents, #IncWomen and #OwnIt throughout the event for live coverage.
10:45 AM
11:25 AM
12:15 PM
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2:05 PM
2:45 PM
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4:10 PM
5:50 PM - 7:15 PM
