Women in Startups: Leading with Vision and Grit (STL Startup Week)

Explore the dynamic world of entrepreneurship with a panel of accomplished women founders. In this session, they will share their personal journeys, the challenges they’ve faced, and the unique strengths they bring to the startup ecosystem. Whether you're an aspiring founder or looking to gain insights into the experiences of women in leadership, this discussion will offer inspiration and actionable advice for thriving in the startup world.

Jen Jekel-Farrell is an experienced leader and public speaker currently serving as Operations Manager at CIC, a pioneering innovation space and coworking organization that supports entrepreneurs and startups. Jen is passionate about creating collaborative environments that foster connection and build authentic, engaged communities. A lifelong advocate for the rights of women and underrepresented communities, Jen combines her expertise in leadership with a deep commitment to supporting diverse voices in the entrepreneurial space.

Panelists include:

• Monique Levy (she/ her) - Founder + Chief Operating Officer, Levy Consulting Co.
• Saras Chung, PhD, MSW (she/her) - Executive Director of SKIP Designed
• Haley Shoaf (she/her) - Co-Executive Director, Unlocked Labs
• Ebbi Young (she/her) - Digital Strategist & Trainer, E.T. Digital Consulting
• Claire Schell (she/ her) - Claire Schell Consulting, Founder & Principal

Tuesday, November 12, 4:00pm to 5:00pm
T-REX, Enterprise Event Space
5th Floor, 911 Washington Ave
St. Louis, MO 63101

The STL Startup Week 2024 calendar of events can be found on our website.

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