Conference targets women in business
Contact: Tonya Lowentritt
Date: February 19, 2013
HAMMOND – The Louisiana Small Business Development Center at Southeastern Louisiana University
and Tangipahoa Professional Women (TPW) will host Women Mean Business on Thursday,
March 14, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Southeastern's Twelve Oaks Reception Hall on Union
Avenue.
"The Women Mean Business Conference will provide high impact strategies to help
women of all ages survive and thrive individually and professionally," said Sandy
Summers, assistant director of the LSBDC. "This full day event will be jam packed
with knowledge, tools, resources and connections."
Women Mean Business presenters include Judge Grace Gasaway, 7th City Ward Court
of Tangipahoa Parish; Kim Walker, "Queen of Conncections" at 5 Stones Media; and Dr.
Tina Thomas, author and national personality expert.
The event will also feature an informative panel of experts who will address
the top wellness issues for women in 2013. Panelists include Dr. Dwan Mabry with North
Oaks Obstetrics and Gynecology; Julie Day, corporate wellness director of Spoga Studio
in Hammond; and Paige LeBleu Moody, licensed professional counselor and licensed marriage
and family therapist at Southeastern.
"The event will provide opportunities to network with other professionals and
local business owners," Summers said. "Table sponsorships are available for businesses
interested in participating."
Another highlight of this event is "Women Mean Fashion," an exclusive showcase
of spring and summer looks, Summmers added.
Cost to attend the event is $50; discounts will be given to members of TPW and
Southeastern students can attend free of charge. To register or for more information
about table sponsorships, visit www.TangiPW.org or contact the LSBDC at 985-549-3831 or lsbdc.slu@lsbdc.org.
