Overview
The Hustle Resource Summit for Women Entrepreneurs
Build the business. Protect the dream. Sustain the person.
Celebrate National Women's Small Business Month with a day designed for women entrepreneurs.
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
2:45 PM
CALL TO ACTION
Dominique Davenport | Founder & CEO, Detroit's Future is Female
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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