DETROIT, October 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — National Entrepreneurs Association to Host 2023 Entrepreneurs and Small Business Conference and Awards Friday October 20th Since 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET in Hollywood Greektown Casino In Downtown Detroit. The theme of this year’s event is “Stand Out” and will focus on how business owners can use the latest resources and technologies to market, differentiate and grow.
NEA Entrepreneurs Forum 2023
Since 2018, this event has provided business owners with a space to connect with peers, share ideas, and discover the latest trends in entrepreneurship. Through keynote speakers, panel discussions, and breakout sessions, the event provides ample opportunities for growth. Exhibitors will be on hand as well as resource providers to help business owners navigate the entrepreneurial journey. Resource providers include Detroit Economic Growth Corporation, Accounting Aid Society and QT Business Solutions.
The event will be hosted by legendary jazz singer Kimmie Horne, a descendant of the legendary singer and actress. Léna Horne. Horne will share his personal story as well as strategies to help business owners maintain their competitive edge. The launch speaker will be Rommel Vega, founder of HOLO Footwear. Vega, former shoe designer at Puma, will share how he is disrupting the fashion industry, his decision to move HOLO headquarters from Portland, Oregon has Michigan and the marketing strategies he used to start and build a multi-million dollar business during a pandemic.
A round table on the theme “How to differentiate yourself?” Innovative Marketing Strategies to Stand Out in a Crowded Marketplace” will be moderated by Michigan Commission on Women President Dr. Geneva Williams. Panelists include Jerome Brown, founder of Detroit Soul Restaurant, Erin Schnute, founder of Bed and Barkfast, Ray Moulden, owner of Allstate Moulden Agency, Tracey Sanders, founder of Lavender Mobile Spa and Karyl Eckerle, founder of The Image Impact Group .
The winner of the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award will be Monique Morgane, an international photojournalist with nearly four decades of experience. His portfolio documents world leaders, icons and celebrities such as King Charles, Muhammad AliOprah, Tony Bennett, Sophie Loren, Michael Jacksonseven American presidents and more than 50 heads of state.
Sponsors include Comerica Bank and Dell Technologies. The event is open to the public. Registration is $97 and includes breakfast and lunch. For the full agenda or to register, visit www.nationalentrepreneurs.org or call 248-416-7278. The National Entrepreneurs Association is a 501c3 nonprofit organization created to empower entrepreneurs.
Contact: ZaLonya Allen, PhD
(248) 416-7278 or (email protected)
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