Verizon Small Business Digital Ready is a free learning program designed exclusively for small businesses. Filled with courses, events, and coaching sessions, it’s an easy way to power up your business, learn new skills, and meet other like-minded entrepreneurs. For more information, visit Verizon Small Business Digital Ready
The Verizon Small Business Digital Ready: Houston Summit is the perfect opportunity to mingle with your local small business community and learn something new.
Whether you’re a current Verizon Small Business Digital Ready member or simply a Houston-based entrepreneur, everyone is welcome!
You’ll also hear from different speakers and small business experts to deliver engaging and insightful talks and Q&As. Plus, learn more about all the resources available to SMBs in the Houston area.
Agenda
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM – Networking and Check-in
10:00AM – 10:15 AM – Welcome to Houston
Brandi Harleaux, Office of Business Opportunity Advisory Board, CEO, South Post Oak Recycling Center
10:15 AM – 10:50 AM – Local Houston Entrepreneurs Panel
Karina Liriano, Education and Engagement Director, The Association of Women’s Business Centers, Moderator
Nakia Vestal, CEO, DollMaker Lashes
Marvin Atkins, CEO, SuperVision
Kami Huyse, CEO, Zoetica Media
Jevon Wooden, Founder, Live Not Loathe
10:50 AM – 11:05 AM – Know Your Resources: Verizon Small Business Digital Ready
Katie Davis, Social Innovation Strategist, Verizon
Destiny Allen Mitchell, National Economic Development, LISC
11:05 AM – 11:15 AM – Break
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM – Scaling your Business through Building Capacity with Contracting
Bridget Ross, Vice President of Business Support, LiftFund
12:00 PM – 12:20 PM – Q & A / Ask me Anything
12:20 PM – 1:00 PM – Optional: Networking / Lunch will be provided
If you have any dietary restrictions please email: Digitalreadycommunity@nextstreet.com