Get ready for the ultimate women’s business event at Ball State University’s LA Pittenger Student Center—the G.R.O.W. Conference is here to inspire and empower! This two-day experience kicks off with a fabulous dinner and fashion show featuring local designers, where you can shop the runway straight from the vendor expo. Thursday’s keynote speaker is Jennifer Wiese, founder of BeeFree, who will share her incredible entrepreneurial journey.

On Friday, dive into dynamic breakout sessions, exciting networking opportunities, and a keynote from Kristin Weeden, Chief Talent Officer at Penske Entertainment. With the theme "Leading with Style", this event is all about bringing your best self to the forefront of business while connecting with other powerful women!

CONFERENCE AGENDA:

Thursday, November 14th

6-8pm

Dinner

Fashion Show - featuring The Jaunty Lady, Ivy Rose Boutique, Walk-in Closet Boutique, Buckle, Lady V's Closet

Keynote with Jennifer Wiese

Friday, November 15th

9am-10am - Registration and Vendor Booths Open

10am-10:30am - Welcome and Networking Activity

10:45am-11:45am - First Breakout Session

11:45am-1pm - Lunch and Vendor Booths Open

1:15-2:15pm - Second Breakout Session

2:30pm-3:30pm - Third Breakout Session

4pm-5pm - Keynote Session with Kristin Weeden

Breakout Session Speakers:

Michele Owen - Leading through Dance

Dominyse Carey - The Importance of Women’s Health

Mike Martin - Impact Economics

Kourtney McCauliff - GROW Effective Delegation

Demetria Jackson - Self-Care First: Leading from Within and Blooming Beyond the Hustle

BJ McKay - Leading with Confidence through Emotional Intelligence

Leslee Hill - BURNOUT: Detect, Prevent, and Pull Yourself Out of it

Angie Hibner - Defining Your Unique Leadership Purpose

Della Kirkman - The Fastest Way to Business Success

Carmen Nikae - Leading with Vulnerability and Resilience

Jill Trimmel - Closing the Gap: Understanding the Gender Wage Gap

Angie Klitzsch - GROW your Civic Knowledge & Engagement