On October 12, 2023, the Feliciano Center for Entrepreneurship + Innovation’s Women Entrepreneurship Week (WEW) will host a dynamic event celebrating female founders and recognizing their achievements. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the event, which began at Montclair State University and has since grown into a global celebration of women in entrepreneurship.
The event will kick off with a networking luncheon followed by a series of speakers and a panel discussion at the University Hall Conference Center. Liz Rich, acting executive director of the Feliciano Center for Entrepreneurship + Innovation, expressed excitement about the lineup of speakers who will be sharing their insights and experiences with attendees.
Some of the notable speakers at the 10th Annual Women’s Entrepreneurship Week event include Farnoosh Torabi, a personal finance expert and author; Cyndie Spiegel, a best-selling author; Adriana Carrig, founder and CEO of the Little Words Project; and Cynthia Pong, an author, career coach, and speaker. The event will also feature a panel discussion on turning funding fear into fuel, with panelists including Maya Brooks, Sara Peña, and Paula Machado Jackler.
The event is scheduled to run from 1 to 3 p.m., with the networking luncheon starting at 11:30 a.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with the speakers, participate in discussions, and network with other like-minded individuals. The event will conclude with an awards ceremony, a giveaway, and more networking opportunities.
Those interested in attending the event can register for free online. Additionally, tickets for the networking luncheon are available for purchase on the event’s webpage. The organizers hope that attendees will leave feeling inspired and motivated to pursue their own entrepreneurial endeavors.
Overall, the 10th Annual Women Entrepreneurship Week promises to be a valuable and empowering experience for all who attend. It is a celebration of female founders, innovators, and leaders who are making a significant impact in the world of entrepreneurship. By providing a platform for these women to share their stories and insights, the event aims to inspire and support the next generation of female entrepreneurs.