How She Built This: Risk, Resilience, and Growth in Today`s Economy

How She Built This: Risk, Resilience, and Growth in Today`s Economy

Panel Discussion

Hosted by WBEC-West | Reno Forum

Date: March 11, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Pacific Time
Location: Reno Sparks Chamber of Commerce
4065 S. Virginia Street, Suite 101
Reno, NV

This is a complimentary, in-person event and is open to the public. Registration is required.

Event Overview

Join the WBEC-West Reno (Northern Nevada) Forum, in partnership with JP Morgan and the Reno Sparks Chamber of Commerce, for a special Women’s History Month panel discussion spotlighting women entrepreneurs and their journeys.

This dynamic conversation will feature women business owners sharing real stories about taking risks, building and growing their businesses, and navigating challenges along the way. The panel will be moderated by Alice Heiman, host of Sales Talk for CEOs, and is designed to inspire, encourage, and connect women at all stages of their entrepreneurial journey.

Who This Event Is For

• Certified WBEs

• Prospective WBEs

• Women entrepreneurs and business owners

• Professionals interested in growth, leadership, and shared learning

The Challenge This Event Helps Solve

Many women business owners face uncertainty, isolation, and doubt as they grow their businesses. This event offers encouragement through shared experiences, practical insight from peers, and meaningful connection with other women who understand the risks and realities of entrepreneurship.

Attendees Will Leave With

• Inspiration from real stories of risk, growth, and resilience

• Practical insight from women who have built successful businesses

• New connections with fellow women entrepreneurs and supporters

• Renewed confidence and motivation for their own business journey

Event Participants

• Moderator: Alice Heiman, Host of Sales Talk for CEOs

• Panelist: Sandra James, Private Eyes

• Panelist: Relina “Rey” DeDios-Shirley, HIDEit Mounts

• Panelist: Beth Kendrick, CEO of VSE

• Sponsor: JP Morgan

Agenda

• 3:00 PM – Doors Open & Networking

• 3:30 PM – Welcome

• 3:45 PM – Panel Introductions & Panel Discussion

• 4:30 PM – Q&A

• 5:00 PM – Wrap Up & Closing Comments

Contact: [email protected]