100 SUCCESSFUL WOMEN IN BUSINESS

Featured Speakers

May 14 2026

Signature Sunrise, 10610 W Oakland Park Blvd, Sunrise, FL 33351

Maribel Feliciano

9:15AM

How to Do Business with Broward County

Provides entrepreneurs, vendors, and service providers with the knowledge and tools needed to successfully work with Broward County. Learn how to register as a supplier, navigate procurement processes, respond to bid opportunities, meet compliance requirements, and build valuable partnerships with one of Florida’s largest local governments. Whether you’re a small business, minority-owned enterprise, or established company, this guide helps you access new contract opportunities and grow your business through government partnerships.

Janice Wight

10:00AM

Castles for Queens-Keys and Confidence Homeownership Workshop

Is an empowering event designed to help women gain the knowledge, confidence, and resources needed to achieve homeownership. Participants will learn the step-by-step home buying process, credit improvement strategies, financing options, down payment assistance programs, and wealth-building opportunities through real estate. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or planning for the future, this workshop equips queens with the keys to turn homeownership dreams into reality.

Jackie Barboza

10:30AM

Empowerment through Purpose

Is an inspiring experience designed to help individuals discover their unique strengths, align with their passions, and step confidently into their true calling. Through motivation, practical strategies, and personal growth insights, participants will learn how to turn vision into action, overcome limitations, and create meaningful success. This empowering session encourages purpose-driven living, leadership, and the confidence to make a lasting impact in both life and business.

Aixa D Aviles

11:00AM

Stop Playing Small: The Hidden Ways Women Limit Their Own Growth

Provides entrepreneurs, vendors, and service providers with the knowledge and tools needed to successfully work with Broward County. Learn how to register as a supplier, navigate procurement processes, respond to bid opportunities, meet compliance requirements, and build valuable partnerships with one of Florida’s largest local governments. Whether you’re a small business, minority-owned enterprise, or established company, this guide helps you access new contract opportunities and grow your business through government partnerships.

Danielle Forbes

11:30AM

From Pain to Purpose

Is a transformational session designed to help individuals turn life’s challenges, setbacks, and struggles into strength, growth, and meaningful success. Participants will learn how to heal, rebuild confidence, and use their experiences as fuel for personal development and positive impact. Through inspiration and practical guidance, this empowering experience shows how pain can become the foundation for purpose, resilience, and a brighter future.

Jullion Taylor

12:00PM

Unlocking Capital: Guide to Business Loans & Investment Real Estate Financing Options

Is an educational session designed to help entrepreneurs and investors understand the funding strategies needed to grow wealth and scale opportunities. Participants will learn about business loans, lines of credit, SBA financing, commercial lending, and real estate investment funding options. Whether starting a business, expanding operations, or purchasing income-producing properties, this workshop provides practical insights to access capital, make informed financial decisions, and build long-term success.

Mona Straub

1:30PM

Pull Up Your Big Girl Panties- Unlocking your inner strength to make your dreams and goals a reality

Is a motivational and empowering session designed to help women tap into their resilience, confidence, and determination. Participants will learn how to overcome fear, silence self-doubt, and take bold action toward the life they truly desire. Through practical strategies and inspiration, this experience encourages women to own their power, stay focused, and turn dreams and goals into real, lasting success.

 
 

Betsy Lee Turner

2:00PM

The Bottom Line Solutions

Is a results-driven session focused on helping entrepreneurs, professionals, and business owners improve profitability, streamline operations, and make smarter financial decisions. Participants will gain practical strategies for increasing revenue, reducing unnecessary costs, strengthening cash flow, and building sustainable growth. Whether launching a startup or scaling an established business, this empowering experience delivers the tools and insights needed to protect the bottom line and create long-term success.