Creativity and Commerce: A Celebration of Black Women Entrepreneurs

In celebration of Black History Month, join Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE) for an inspiring fireside chat featuring four dynamic Black women entrepreneurs. In fields ranging from fashion technology to culinary arts and abstract painting, these leaders will share how they blend creativity, business savvy, and community impact to chart successful —and fulfilling — business ventures.

What to Expect

Inspiring Stories: Learn how each speaker harnesses innovation, artistry, and resilience to run thriving ventures in Jacksonville.

Actionable Insights: Walk away with fresh ideas for creative problem-solving, scaling your passion into a business, and navigating challenges as an entrepreneur.

Community Connection: Network with like-minded women and allies in tech, art, culinary, and beyond who are driving positive change and breaking barriers.

An innovative leader at the intersection of fashion design and technology, Prisca blends emerging tech with contemporary pedagogy. She holds an MS in Fashion Design from Drexel University and has over 10 years of experience in academia and the fashion industry. After serving as lead professor at Miami Dade College’s Fashion Institute, she launched The Digital Fashion Institute in 2023 to build a community in the web3 space focused on art and education. Beyond her academic pursuits, Prisca mentors emerging designers, collaborates with fashion brands on 3D strategies, and leads workshops on the latest trends in fashion tech.

A classically trained chef from Le Cordon Bleu, Natasha has built a notable career as a private chef for celebrities, professional athletes, actors, and busy families. Her affinity for handcrafted, quality cuisine led her from Dallas to Jacksonville, where she founded Mixed Fillings Pie Shop in Riverside. As an entrepreneur, Natasha’s mission is to share her passion for homemade flavors and culinary craftsmanship, while inspiring others to explore the art—and business—of baking.

Born and raised in Jacksonville, Teresa is known for her striking abstract architectural watercolor pieces. She earned a BFA from the University of North Florida in 2012 and has spent the past decade exploring both local and international landscapes, capturing their essence on Yupo paper. Recent highlights include her participation in the 2019 Urban Sketchers Symposium in Amsterdam and a residency in Puerto Rico in 2021. Alongside her thriving art practice—currently on display in the “Women’s Rights Movement” exhibit at the Cummer Museum—Teresa teaches art workshops in Jacksonville, inspiring others to experiment with watercolor and ink painting.

Felicia Bass – Photographer & Owner at

With a diverse background in operations management for creative projects, Felicia knows how to bring visions to life. She began her career at the National Institutes of Health, handling government technologies, then moved to New York City to manage artists in the entertainment industry. Today, she operates her own photography business in Jacksonville and serves as an executive with her family’s nonprofit. Felicia views logistical coordination as a creative outlet, and her unique skill set fuels her passion for developing projects from concept to completion.

Happy Medium Book Cafe is a woman-owned, community-focused space in Jacksonville where coffee, creativity, and conversation converge. With its welcoming ambiance, curated selection of books, and locally sourced offerings, it’s the perfect setting for our community to connect, learn, and share ideas. At WTE, we value venues that foster collaboration and innovation, and Happy Medium Book Cafe delivers exactly that—blending comfort and inspiration in every corner.

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A groundbreaking organization focused on advancing women in technology and entrepreneurship sectors, Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE) operates on a unique, dues-free, member-led model with local chapters across multiple cities and one unifying, virtual hub for member networking and connection. WTE offers a dynamic platform where women can access educational content, business resources, industry insights, and near-peer mentorship with other ambitious leaders, all without the burden of membership fees.

Host or Publisher Raechel Canipe