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Hustle HERS: Women Entrepreneurs Resource Summit

Discover practical executive leadership resources, personalized financial coaching, inspiring speakers, restorative wellness experiences, and opportunities to connect with organizations and fellow founders who can help move your business forward.

Registration required.

Algo grande viene para las enprendedoras de Detroit

Construyendo empresas. Protegiendo el sueño. Manteniendo la persona.

Unese con nosotros en octubre por HustleHERS Detroit: una conferencia de un dia uniendo mujeres, fundadoras, lideres en negocio, socios en recursos, y agentes de cambio por un dia de aprendizaje, interconexión, restauración, y celebración.

Se requiere inscripción.

MAKE THE DAY YOURS

HERSTORY IN THE MAKING

Signature keynotes & conversations celebrating women’s leadership, entrepreneurship, and the future of Detroit.

10:00 - 11:00 AM

WELCOME & OPENING DISCUSSION

Olga Stella | Chief of Economic Development and Workforce, City of Detroit

Elana Rugh | President & CEO, Detroit Historical Society

11:00 - 11:30 AM

BUILT FOR BOTH: MOTHERHOOD, BUSINESS & THE HUSTLE

Terra Castro | Coach, Founder & Owner, Detroit Body Garage

11:45 AM - 12:15 PM

MONEY MOVES: FINANCIAL WISDOM FOR FOUNDERS

Destiny Williams | Outreach Manager, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Detroit

12:30 - 1:00 PM

MAKE THEM REMEMBER YOU: MARKETING THAT STICKS

Ayesha Qureshi | Founder, Q Line Media

1:15 - 1:45 PM

BUILT WITH PURPOSE: COMMUNITY-CENTERED ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Stevie Baka | Community Store Manager, Arts & Scraps

2:00 - 2:45 PM

BUILT DIFFERENT: THE FOUNDERS PANEL

Ping Ho | Founder, Marrow + Backbone Hospitality

Adrienne Bennett | President & CEO, Benkari Plumbing

Diana Gomez | Chef & Owner, Tacos Hernandez

Stevie Baka | Community Store Manager, Arts & Scraps

Jaz Lee | Founder, VETTED | GLU Community

THE HUSTLE RESOURCE HALL

Connect directly with organizations offering practical tools, services, funding resources, and support for entrepreneurs.

1:1 EXECUTIVE COACHING

Get personalized, practical support for navigating business challenges, financial decisions, and what comes next.

ZEN ZONE

A restorative space where attendees can take a break, reset, and recharge throughout the day.

GUIDED MEDITATION - A calming, facilitated meditation experience for attendees.

GROWN-UP COLORING CORNER - A low-pressure creative space for guests to relax, color, and decompress.

CHAIR MASSAGES - Provided by Detroit Massage and Mobility

TASTE OF THE HUSTLE

Grab a bite from a curated lineup of local food trucks, with plenty of space to eat, connect, and recharge throughout the day.

Become a sponsor!

Your investment directly supports accessible programming,entrepreneur resources, wellness offerings, and meaningful connections that strengthen Detroit’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. We welcome the opportunity to customize sponsorship benefits to align with your philanthropic goals.

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HustleHERS 2026 Sponsor Kit.pdf

HERSTORY IN THE MAKING

Signature keynotes & conversations celebrating women’s leadership, entrepreneurship, and the future of Detroit.

THE HUSTLE RESOURCE HALL

Connect directly with organizations offering practical tools, services, funding resources, and support for entrepreneurs.

1:1 EXECUTIVE COACHING

Get personalized, practical support for navigating business challenges, financial decisions, and what comes next.

ZEN ZONE

Take a break from the hustle with restorative wellness experiences designed to help entrepreneurs recharge.

TASTE OF THE HUSTLE

Grab a bite from a curated lineup of local food trucks, with plenty of space to eat, connect, and recharge throughout the day.

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