Women Empowering Women Series Comes to UA Little Rock
Overcoming challenges to succeed in the business world will be the theme of “Women Empowering Women: Breaking Down Barriers.” The panel discussion and networking event is Thursday, July 13, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s Multicultural Center.
The session is the latest in the Women Empowering Women series of forums hosted by the Arkansas Business Navigator. The series seeks to encourage and motivate women who are current or aspiring entrepreneurs, especially minority women.
“Breaking Down Barriers” will feature four Central Arkansas professional women who have conquered internal and external challenges to propel their careers forward.
The panelists are Itzel Meador, director of SBA Lending at First Security Bank; Kendra Pruitt, an attorney and Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott’s chief of staff; Sally Mengel, founder and owner of Loblolly Creamery; and Vanessa Muffoletto, principal broker at Casa Americana Realty.
Arkansas Business Navigator’s Bri Clark will serve as moderator. Discussion will center on personal and professional self-development, available resources to start and sustain a business, and struggles women face in business and industry.
“We believe that empowering women in business is not only important but essential for creating a more equitable and diverse economy. What makes WEW so inspiring is that our speakers transparently present themselves as moms, wives, sisters, friends, and individuals – women just like you and me,” said Clark.
This event is not only an opportunity to gain valuable insights but also a chance to connect with other entrepreneurs in the community and join a supportive network of women.
There is no cost to attend, thanks to First Security Bank. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. RSVP by emailing Clark at bclark1@ualr.edu or visiting the Eventbrite link, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-empowering-women-breaking-down-barriers-tickets-664794427027.
The Arkansas Business Navigator is a program of the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center based at UA Little Rock and is funded in part through a grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration. The Navigator project seeks to assist small businesses and entrepreneurs in minority, rural, and other underserved communities across the state and reduce barriers that all small businesses, including those from underrepresented and underserved groups, often face. To learn more, visit arbusinessnavigator.com.
