Meet the Speakers
ABOUT ME
Consultora, conferencista TEDx, autora y creadora de programas para empoderar emprendedores.
MY SESSION
"Crear e Innovar. Estrategias para un negocio exitoso."
Caro
Alviarez
Business Banker
OneAZ Credit Union
ABOUT ME
Betsaida crafts clear, effective marketing plans, smart brand strategies & engaging content to boost visibility.
MY SESSION
“The Psychology of Communication: How to Connect Authentically with Your Audience” on March 6th from 10:00-11:00 am AZ
Betsaida
Arrizon
Director of Communications & Content
Novle Activators
ABOUT ME
Brian J. Burt, Partner & Chair at Snell & Wilmer, advises startups on growth, funding & M&A. Harvard J.D.
MY SESSION
“How To Avoid The Top 10 Legal Mistakes That Can Destroy Your Business” on March 5th from
9:00-10:00 am AZ
Brian
Burt
Partner and Chair of Emerging Business Group
Snell & Wilmer
ABOUT ME
Bilingual professional with 25+ years in accounting, IRS representation, and Hispanic business growth.
MY SESSION
"Requisitos Legales Y fiscales "
Regina
Duran
CEO
Duran Business Group
ABOUT ME
Gaby is an expert in creating impactful digital campaigns for Hispanic businesses.
MY SESSION
"Beyond Translation: Crafting Culturally Relevant Marketing" on March 17 from 12:00-1:00 pm AZ
Gabriela
Erikson
Founder
Purple Nomad Media
ABOUT ME
A Business Banking leader, empowers entrepreneurs with financial literacy, capital access & resources.
MY SESSION
“Building Business Credit” on March 13th from 5:30-6:30 pm AZ
Sabrina
Espino
Assistant VP Business Access Advisor
U.S. Bank
ABOUT ME
ASU grad, educator, comedian, and founder of Humor Writes, blends laughter with learning
MY SESSION
“Turn Your Business into a Force for Good” on March 6th from 12:00-1:00 pm AZ
Tristan
Gandolfi
VP of Programs
SEED SPOT
ABOUT ME
Catherine Jiang, a Finance and Accounting specialist, has experience in law, research, and investment banking.
MY SESSION
“Seasonal Marketing” on March 7th from 5:30-6:30 pm AZ
Catherine
Jiang
Student Consultant
Arizona Microcredit Initiative
ABOUT ME
20+ years in banking, empowering small businesses, focusing on capital, procurement, and MWV-owned growth.
MY SESSION
“Navigating Cash Flow” on March 4th from 9:00-10:00 am AZ
Ashley
Kelly
Vice President Sr. Business Consultant
JP Morgan Chase
ABOUT ME
Lauren's problem-solving mindset thrives on helping others uncover straightforward approaches to challenges.
MY SESSION
"ChatGPT 101: Easy AI Hacks for Your Business" on March 10th from 9:00-10:00 am AZ
Lauren
McDanell
VP of Strategy & Growth
SEED SPOT
ABOUT ME
Bi-cultural, bilingual pro with 30+ years in finance, lending, credit literacy, and strategic planning.
MY SESSION
"Financiando su Negocio"
Martin
Mendoza
Business Advisor
CPLC Prestamos
ABOUT ME
Bilingual Marketing Strategist with 10+ years of experience in impactful multicultural campaigns.
MY SESSION
"The First Pitch: Kicking Off Startup Spring Training" on March 3rd from 9:00-10:00 am AZ
Linda
Norquist
Marketing Manager
SEED SPOT
ABOUT ME
24 years of nonprofit expertise, guiding mission-driven growth.
MY SESSION
“Plan Your Growth Strategy” on March 6th from 9:00-10:00 am AZ
Meg
Taylor
Co-Founder and CEO
Capably
ABOUT ME
Passionate about building meaningful connections between brands and multicultural communities.
MY SESSION
"Branding 101" on March 18th from 12-1:00 pm AZ
Carlos
Velasco
Founder & CEO
Novle
ABOUT ME
Founder of The Lawnch, makes legal simple for entrepreneurs, reimagining big law for small businesses
MY SESSION
“The art of contracts – Legal Series with The Lawnch” on March 5th from 6:00-7:00 pm AZ
Krizia
Verplancke
Founder
The Lawnch
ABOUT ME
Sandra Waithaka, Mentorship Manager at SEED SPOT, leads panels on environment, leadership, and mentorship.“Making the most out of Your Mentoring Sessi
MY SESSION
“Making the most out of Your Mentoring Session” on March 7th from 12:00-1:00 pm AZ
Sandra
Waithaka
Mentorship Program Manager
SEED SPOT
ABOUT ME
Bilingual professional with 20+ years in banking, specializing in business growth and financial solutions.
MY SESSION
"Power of Capital"
Jose
Yañez
Senior Business Banking Consultant
JP Morgan Chase