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BetMGM Entrepreneur Speaker Series Kicks Off on September 6th!
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We are days away from the first session of the 2023 BetMGM Entrepreneur Speaker Series presented by Ogeez! and Drink in AZ.
This FREE series brings together some of Arizona’s most remarkable founders, CEO’s, and industry experts to share their story and offer their insights to budding business owners. Each session will tackle a theme or topic that is central to the journey of the entrepreneur. Here is what you can expect from session one:
💡VALUABLE INSIGHT: Join Vision to Venture for insights on the power of clear business vision. Hear success stories from Lloyd Hopkins (Founder, The Million Dollar Teacher Project) and Darren Rovell (Founder/CEO, KickStand Cocktails and former ESPN reporter). Plus, get startup legal tips from Bran Noonan (CEO/CLO, OGeez!).
📝RESOURCES: Various local entrepreneurial organizations will be on site offering their services and support to Arizona startups and small business owners.
🤝CONNECTION: Come ready to meet and connect with fellow entrepreneurs, aspiring business owners and community professionals!
😋GOOD BITES & A GOOD BUZZ: Our friends at Walter Studios will be throwing down the kitchen and offering food for purchase. And if you’re feeling thirsty, the Honey bar will be pouring drinks!
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DON’T FORGET! THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO SECURE FUNDING FOR YOUR BUSINESS
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VIBE CHECK: WATCH LAST YEARS RECAP VIDEO
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Wednesday, September 6th
ESS Session 1- Vision to Venture
Walter Studios, 747 W. Roosevelt Street, Phoenix
The foundation to any good business is a clear vision and purpose. A clear vision is the compass for where you want to go and purpose is what keeps you going. Keynotes Lloyd Hopkins, Founder of The Million Dollar Teacher Project, and Darren Rovell, CEO of KickStand Cocktails, will share their journey of adapting visions. Attendees will also gain legal guidance from Bran Noonan, OGeez!’s CEO/Chief Legal Officer, for startup triumph.
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Wednesday, September 13th
ESS Session 2 – Authentic Leadership & Brand Identity
Walter Studios, 747 W. Roosevelt Street, Phoenix
Authentic leadership propels brand identity, nurtures trust, and cultivates loyalty in employees and customers. Brooke McGregor, CEO of Kaleidoscope Juice, understands this significance, having harmonized her brand with core values. Her leadership influences both staff and customer perceptions. Melody Lewis, Founder of Indigenous Community Collective, and Valley Artist, Futuristic, will also join the conversation to explore how genuine leadership influences a brand.
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Wednesday, September 20th
ESS Session 3 – Building a Community for Brand Growth
Walter Studios, 747 W. Roosevelt Street, Phoenix
A successful marketing strategy has an incredible impact on the success of your brand. And what is the deal with community-building? Why is that so important in business? Lindsey Schwartz, the visionary behind Powerhouse Women, has achieved global acclaim without traditional ads. Her success roots in an authentic marketing approach based on real connections, building a worldwide community. Then, learn from our panel of top marketing experts invaluable strategies that will help you grow your business.
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Wednesday, September 27th
ESS Session 4 – Scaling Sustainably
Walter Studios, 747 W. Roosevelt Street, Phoenix
Business burnout is real. How can entrepreneurs create sustainable practices that allow for growth? The answer is good systems and processes. By incorporating foundational operational practices that help them manage teams, leads, sales and so much more – business owners give themselves room to do what they’re meant to do: lead and innovate. In our final session, Rebecca Clyde, CEO/Co-Founder of Botco.ai, shares her journey, emphasizing how systems were vital for her business growth. Panelists Shannon Breen, CEO of FreightVana, and JJ Levenske, CEO of Bleuwave will then join the discussion to talk about effective frameworks for scaling and creating balance.
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