Event Schedule
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Lee Mayer and her sister co-founded Havenly, a Denver, Colorado-based startup that connects consumers with screened and trained interior designers. While many e-design companies have come and gone, Havenly continues to grow and evolve with thoughtful investments and acquisitions. Hear how Lee has leveraged capital to scale Havenly.
Sarah Friar, CEO, Nextdoor & Co-Founder, Ladies Who Launch (Moderator)
Lee Mayer, CEO, Havenly
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40% of businesses fail because they run out of money. Understanding your current and future cash flow needs is critical to success. Learn from entrepreneurs who are growing their businesses sustainably.
Makisha Boothe, Founder & Head Business Coach, Sistahbiz Global Network (Moderator)
Bianca McGee, Founder & CEO, Plan Profit Grow™
Claudia McMullin, Founder , Hugo Coffee Roasters, Ladies Who Launch Program Grantee
Regina Trillo, Founder, Nemi Snacks, Ladies Who Launch Program Grantee
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Worried about meeting payroll? Ready to expand your facilities? There are many different pathways you can take as a small business owner seeking funding, but we often wait until it’s too late. Hear how founders have navigated their options to find the right financing at the right time.
Lorena Cantarovici, Founder & CEO, Maria Empanada
Tania Kottoor, Co-Founder & CEO, West x East, Ladies Who Launch Program Grantee
Stacy Taubman, Chief Revenue Officer, House of Revenue (Moderator)
Lizelle van Vuuren, Entrepreneur, Marketer
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Much of the support you need to scale your business exists in your community! Learn about the resources available to you right here in Colorado—from public and private loans to venture capital funding.
Lauren Kloock, Marketing & Communications Director, B:Side Capital + B:Side Fund
Frances A. Padilla, District Director, Colorado District Office, U.S. Small Business Administration
Danielle Shoots, Founding Partner & Managing Director, New Community Transformation Fund
Jennifer Warren, Executive Director, Ladies Who Launch (Moderator)
Alex Wise, Executive Director, Community Enterprise Development Services (CEDS) Finance
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After learning from our incredible speakers, you’ll have the chance to meet with other women and non-binary small business owners and entrepreneurs in your community. Make connections and expand your network over light bites and beverages!
NOTE: To ensure the health and safety of all attendees and staff, please stay home if you are feeling unwell or if you have had a recent known exposure to COVID-19.