Now in its third year, RISE continues to allow women leaders from across our community to network with like-minded individuals, while beginning to build a strategic network of business contacts. Being part of RISE will connect you not only to professional mentors but to other women just like yourself who are seeking ways to grow professionally.
Our next RISE luncheon will be held at Suits Us Farm Event Venue from 11am – 1pm.
We will be focusing on the topic of women owned small businesses.
Managing Director of The Center for Rural Development, Laura Glover will host a roundtable discussion with several women business owners from our local community.
Invited panelist will include:
- Britani Shoemaker, Pep & Pizzazz
- Brooke Keck, Paul’s Discount
- Christen Bohanon, Chick-Fil-A
- Sarah Leigh, Method: A Sweat Studio
- Melissa Heffelfinger, Heffelfinger Tree Farm
- Jennifer Bates, Pro Trade Hardware & BBQ Supplies
- Natalie Franklin, Happy Camper RV Park
Our keynote speaker will be Kristin M. Smith.
Kristin Smith is a chef and owner of The Wrigley Taproom & Eatery in Corbin, Kentucky. Her passion for honest, thoughtful food and commitment to creating a sustainable, supportive economy for local foodways in Appalachia sets her apart. Kristin’s leadership and talent have not gone unnoticed in the culinary world. She has been featured in numerous publications, including Food & Wine and Time Magazine, and is a James Beard Foundation Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership fellow.
Special thanks to our RISE luncheon sponsors:
- City of Somerset Tourism
- On Point Body Solutions
- Mindset Digital, LCC
- Angelita’s Bookkeeping Inc.
Participation is 100% FREE and open to any women to attend, but you must commit to spending the full 2-hours at the event.
Lunch will be provided for all attendees.
SEATING WILL BE LIMITED FOR THIS EVENT
- We will limit attendance to the first 125 people who RSVP for this event.
- If you would like to attend, please RSVP to: info@
somersetpulaskichamber.com