Women's Leadership Conference

Empowering women to Elevate their business and Amplify their success.

A LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE TO EMPOWER, AMPLIFY AND ELEVATE THE GREATER ROCKVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S WOMEN OWNED BUSINESSES!

This event brings together female entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and professionals for a day of networking, learning, and growth. With expert-led panels and actionable strategies, you'll gain valuable insights on building a strong foundation, scaling your business, and succeeding in today’s marketplace. Connect with like-minded women and unlock your full business potential!

Women’s Leadership Conference Agenda

Theme: Women as Community Builders
Date: September 23, 2026
Place: Lakewood Country Club
7:30-8:00am networking and buffet breakfast.
8:00-8:10am Welcome from Marji Graf, President & CEO, Greater Rocville Chamber of
Commerce
8:10-8:30am. Opening remarks, Mayor Ashton
8:30-9:30am. Panel 1 Develop Leadership Skills – Emcee, Kathy Voss, Little Miner
Taco
Panelists: Cheryl Costello, CosTELLo Your Story
Barb LeClair, The ARK Impact Group
Natalie Holder, QUEST Employment Initiatives

9:30-9:45am Stretch, dance & break
9:45-10:45am Tabletop breakouts
Table 1. How to transition from corporate to small businesses –
Kourtnie Perry-Calhoun, ReBath
Table 2. Business 101. –
Martha Jimenez, MWBC
Table 3. How to secure capital for your business –
Lori McConnaughey, First National Bank of PA
Table 4. Succession Planning -
Ellen Tillman, BluePoint Financial
Table 5. The right mindset for success –
Visa Shanmugam, AireMaster

Table 6. How do we ask for help –

Adena Santiago, AMSS Legal Consulting

10:45-11 Stretch, dance & break
11-12n Panel 2. How to Build your network – Emcee, Kerri Donnelly, Montcare
Panelists: Trinh Le – SERVPRO

Cerena Anderson – The Preston
Leslie Keenen – Intelligent Office
12n-1pm. Networking and buffet lunch