Empowering Women: The Launch of Chica Chat
In 2019, I launched Chica Chat, initiating the Working The Net event series to create a supportive space for local women entrepreneurs. The program began with monthly in-person workshops and conversations led by industry experts, covering topics from marketing and finance to work-life balance and leadership. In response to the 2020 pandemic, I successfully pivoted the series to an online format, expanding our reach and accessibility.
Essential Elements.
Expert-led monthly workshops
Diverse, relevant topic selection
Actionable content and practical tools
Community-building focus
Adaptive program structure (in-person to virtual)
Interactive online sessions with breakout rooms
Results.
Established a thriving, supportive community of women entrepreneurs
Expanded audience reach through virtual transition
Facilitated numerous collaborations and business growth opportunities
Maintained strong community engagement throughout the pandemic
Evolved from a small initiative to a widely recognized empowerment platform
Lessons Learned.
This project demonstrates my ability to develop and execute comprehensive, value-driven programs. I adapted swiftly to changing circumstances while maintaining core objectives. Overall, I learned to foster a team of leaders that transformed a vision into a sustainable, impactful initiative.
