SCHEDULE
Schedule of Events
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Schedule of Events 〰️
Thursday, September 18
9:30 a.m. to 5:30 pm.
Common House Chattanooga
1517 Mitchell Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37408
9:30 a.m.
Ruby Hall
Coffee Power Hour
Check-in for the conference at Common House Chattanooga and enjoy coffee & a performance by harpist Angelica Hairston.
Workshops Round 1
10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
Ruby Hall
Business Track: Work-Life Harmony Panel
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, student, or full-time employee, hear from a panel of parents on how to align your passion with your profession (without burning out).
Moderator: Shadrina Booker of Big Brothers, Big Sisters
Panelists: Amanda Jelks of Jelks Law, Felicia Jackson of CPR Life Wrap, Dominique Harris of Natty Naturals
Pennybacker
Wellness Track: Advocating for Your Health Panel
Healthcare is complicated and speaking up for yourself can be intimidating. Join us for a discussion about advocating for yourself in the doctor’s office, from what questions to ask to how to push for the support you need.
Moderator: Kratina Baker
Panelists: Onteaya Tate of Plant Candy Collective, Dr. Michelle Little of Foundation Direct Family Care and Courtney Smith of Functional Patterns Chattanooga
Garden
Daydreaming Lounge: Journaling Session
Join us in the garden to journal your ideas. In this self-led session, you’ll be given time to daydream your goals and dreams.
Workshops Round 2
11:30 a.m. to
12:15 p.m.
Ruby Hall
Business Track: Trailblazers & Treatmakers Panel
Ever wonder what it takes to turn a sweet idea into a thriving business? Hear from a panel of entrepreneurs who are making their mark in the dessert world. From the risks to the rewards, they’ll share everything that comes with starting a deliciously sweet business.
Moderator: Brianna Jones of Arts Build
Panelists: Ella Livingston of Cocoa Asante, Marckita Wilkes of Marckita’s Munchies and Sharika Wilson of Scoop Around Ice Cream Shop
Pennybacker
Wellness Track: Blooming in Balance
Join mental health clinician, educator and founder of the Wellspace Collective, Dr. Kia Ruffin, for a transformative session on incorporating mental wellness into leadership and everyday life.
Presented by: Dr. Kia Ruffin
Garden
Daydreaming Lounge: Make Your Own Candle
Join Escential Things owner Osha Thomas to create your own candle!
12:30 to 1 p.m.
Ruby Hall
Lunch
Join us for lunch in Ruby Hall, provided by Common House Chattanooga.
1 to 1:45 p.m.
Ruby Hall
Keynote Speaker: Marsha Barnes of The Finance Bar
Join us in Ruby Hall to hear from our keynote speaker, Marsha Barnes of The Finance Bar.
2-2:45 p.m.
Workshops Round 3
Ruby Hall
Business Track: Ageless Ambition
Success doesn’t have a timeline. Hear from a panel of business owners who are actively pursuing their passions, proving it gets greater later.
Moderator: Karen Collins
Panelists: Renita Johnson of Pancake Bakery, Chery Jordan and Darlene Payne
Pennybacker
Wellness Track: Self-Care: Mind, Body & Soul Panel
True self-care is more than spa treatments and vacations. In this discussion, hear from experts across a range of fields including fitness, therapy, and more as they share accessible strategies for caring for your mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
Moderator: Antionette Rollins of Alchemy by Ant
Panelists: Joyre Montgomery of Intentional Healing Empowerment Center and Intentional Healing Foundation, yoga instructor Jequise Beverly and Lakweshia Ewing of Unlearn Everything and Live
Garden
Daydreaming Lounge: Watercoloring
Join us in the garden to watercolor. Take a little break and use art to think through your ideas from the day.
3-3:45 p.m.
Ruby Hall
Final Panel
Take the Leap: Resources to Grow Your Business
Presented by TVFCU
TVFCU’s Idea Leap began in 2018 to help local small businesses grow and enhance their services. Hear from a group of dynamic entrepreneurs who have competed in the program and used the opportunity to expand their business.
Moderator: Jenna Wright of Southern Soul
Panelists: Dr. Lar’Mara Henderson, Cassandra Tucker of Divine Purity and Jordan Gustus of TJA Agency
Happy Hour+ in the Daydreaming Lounge
4 to 5:30 p.m.
Garden
DJ MCPRO will spin tunes while you relax post-event. Enjoy a drink (or two!) and mingle with the other attendees.
Added bonus? Tarot readings available for purchase from Alchemy by Ant, complimentary massages from Bryn Medical, bouquets for purchase from Every Last Petal and a live painting from Briah Gober.
Happy Hour+ is sponsored by SVN, Second Story Properties.