The event series that began in 2005 as a committee within the Houston West Chamber of Commerce continues to evolve into unique events tailored for professional women leaders of west Houston. With the theme of “The Power of Yes!”, the 2018 event series centers on brilliant women igniting change in the world. It all starts right here in Houston with female trailblazers from across industries – from The Rose and Women’s Memorial Hermann – Memorial City to Westpark Communications and BMW of West Houston. For our readers looking to connect with other women in business and grow their businesses, the Women Driving Business series is definitely worth the investment.
The Early Bird Gets the Worm…
& Inspiration Too
The first of three events begins on Tuesday, August 15 at 7 am at Royal Oaks Country Club. This breakfast is sure to light a fire within the attendees as Britnie Turner takes the stage. Turner is the Founder and CEO of Aerial Development Group, a Nashville, TN-based residential and commercial development company that Turner started at age 21 while living out of her car. Dedicated to revitalizing urban neighborhoods through renovation and infill, Aerial’s commitment to a triple bottom line approach is proving that socially conscious business is not only viable but the way of the future. Not only has Aerial Development Group grown into a highly successful organization, Turner and her company are committed to donating a percentage of its profits to support orphans in Africa and organizations in her local community. Attendees at this invitation-only breakfast will hear firsthand how Turner has combined determination and grit to pursue her passion of transforming both places and people.
Panel Showcases Women in Untraditional Industries Making Great Strides
The second event centers around “Empowered Women Empowering Women” and features a luncheon panel of female professionals from non-traditional industries, especially for women at the executive levels. The panel discussion will be moderated by Deborah Duncan, senior producer/host of Great Day Houston on KHOU-TV CBS, and will highlight these trailblazers:
• Tanji Patton, of the Goodtaste with Tanji TV series
• Nancy Swartout, Global Sustainable Procurement, Exxon Mobil Corporation
• Maria Moncada-Alaoui, General Manager of BMW of West Houston
• Erin Asprec, Executive Vice President-Acute Care Services & Chief Transformation Officer, Memorial Hermann
These sharp ladies will share suggestions on corporate advancement, what others have done to help them excel, and what advice they’d like to give women in leadership positions now.
Additionally, guests will be ushered through the VIP Lounge, sponsored by BMW of West Houston, and through an assortment of pop-up shops, ideal for women buyers. The luncheon will be held Friday, September 14 from 11:15 am – 1:15 pm at Hotel Zaza – Memorial City. A limited number of individual tickets will be available starting in August for $200 each at http://womendrivingbusiness.com.
Sparkling Cocktails & Brilliant Conversation
To close out the event series, Women Driving Business will host its sponsor-only social on Wednesday, October 24 from 3- 5 pm at Hotel Granduca. Women will enjoy sparkling cocktails and delicious hors d’oeuvres to connect with others in meaningful conversations. After all, deep conversations with the right people can be priceless both personally and professionally.
For more information about Women Driving Business, please visit WomenDrivingBusiness.com or call the Houston West Chamber at 713-785-4922.
