WHAT IS THE ALL ABOUT MY BUSINESS EXPO?
The All About My Business Expo is a fair where women entrepreneurs can network, learn, and showcase their businesses. Eta Eta Lambda's goal is that each attendee will leave the Expo having learned one more thing or having met at least one person who can push their business to the next level.
WHAT CAN ATTENDEES EXPECT?
The following will be provided at the All About My Business Expo:
The All About My Business Expo is a fair where women entrepreneurs can network, learn, and showcase their businesses. Eta Eta Lambda's goal is that each attendee will leave the Expo having learned one more thing or having met at least one person who can push their business to the next level.
WHAT CAN ATTENDEES EXPECT?
The following will be provided at the All About My Business Expo:
- Resource Guides - Booths/tables where you can gain first-hand knowledge about business startup and growth from actual women in business. Industry-specific Resource Guides (i.e. culinary, apparel, social media, childcare, etc.) will be available.
- Keynote Speakers - Entrepreneurs will provide valuable information on how to be successful business owners, including topics on business startups, marketing, public relations, pitching, etc.
- Panel Discussion - A panel of entrepreneurs from various industries will answer questions and provide feedback to attendees.
- Vendor Market - Small business owners will showcase their products and/or services to attendees. Attendees have the opportunity to support other local businesses and connect with entrepreneurs in your industry. If you are interested in being a vendor, please see below.
- Kid-Friendly Activities - Don't worry about finding a sitter because kids are welcome! Face painting, storytime, DJ, and food trucks will be available to entertain and feed the entire family!
Location
Mill Point Park
100 Eaton Street, Hampton, VA
100 Eaton Street, Hampton, VA
Date & Time
October 21, 2023
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
MAIN EVENTS
Key Note Speakers
Kimberly Wimbush
Kimberly Wimbish is the owner of KMK Productions, LLC. She is known as the People Connector. She can take any brand, person, place, cause or mission to create the vision you want with the resources needed to be successful. Too many she is the marketing & brand guru of the Hampton Roads community. Kimberly Wimbish has served on the Portsmouth NAACP Executive Board for the past four years. In her current position, she serves as Chairperson of WIN (Women In NAACP). She is an Executive Board Member on Black Brand serving as Community Outreach Chair. Kimberly is a community activist, feminist and well-known leader in the Hampton Roads community. She has a passion to raise awareness on issues that are critical to women, such as health, women’s rights, leadership, advocacy, equality and more. https://www.kimberlywimbish.com/kim-wimbish
Stephanie Walters
As a graduate of the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications at Hampton University, TV Host and Producer Stephanie (Steph) Walters has edified her skills in journalism, storytelling, and production through education and experience.
From moderating empowerment and lifestyle panels and hosting at music festivals and conferences, to covering fashion week shows and reporting on live red carpets, Stephanie is a dynamic talent who brings out the depth and intriguing personality in those she interviews.
Along with her media career, Stephanie is also the Director of Engagement & Communications for YELLOW, a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded by musician, producer, and philanthropist Pharrell Williams whose mission is to EVEN THE ODDS through education. In her role at YELLOW, Stephanie is responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships between community and civic organizations; developing and implementing special projects at the local and national level; and curating YELLOW’s digital footprint and internal and external press, currently hosting their IG Live series Bright Sparks.
https://stephwalterstv.com/
From moderating empowerment and lifestyle panels and hosting at music festivals and conferences, to covering fashion week shows and reporting on live red carpets, Stephanie is a dynamic talent who brings out the depth and intriguing personality in those she interviews.
Along with her media career, Stephanie is also the Director of Engagement & Communications for YELLOW, a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded by musician, producer, and philanthropist Pharrell Williams whose mission is to EVEN THE ODDS through education. In her role at YELLOW, Stephanie is responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships between community and civic organizations; developing and implementing special projects at the local and national level; and curating YELLOW’s digital footprint and internal and external press, currently hosting their IG Live series Bright Sparks.
https://stephwalterstv.com/