BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P3D REFRESH-INTERVAL:P3D CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20241106T160000Z DTEND:20241106T180000Z X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:Harvest Your Brand @ the East Wake Women’s Business Alliance Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Harvest Your Brand with East Wake Women's Business Alliance\n\nJoin us on November 6th for Harvest Your Brand\, an engaging panel discussion focused on creating and cultivating personal and business brands. This highly anticipated event\, inspired by feedback from our spring Rooted to Bloom gathering\, will feature four branding experts offering diverse insights and actionable strategies for building a powerful brand.\n\n \n\nOur panelists include:\n\n\n Katrece Boyd\, Executive Director at the Center of Entrepreneurship and Economic Development at NCCU\n Kristen Englehart\, Senior Director at Brasco Marketing\n Caitlin Gooch\, Director at Saddle Up and Read\n Carlie Rye\, Public Relations Manager at Universal Chevrolet\n\n\nThe discussion\, moderated by Katrece Boyd\, will be packed with valuable takeaways for anyone looking to grow their brand or stand out in their industry. Whether you're launching a new business or refining your personal brand\, this event is for you!\n\n \n\nDate: Wednesday\, November 6\, 2024 \n\nTime: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM \n\nLocation: Wake Tech East Auditorium\, Building C\, 5401 Rolesville Rd\, Wendell\, NC \n\nLunch included: Norse Brewing Longhouse\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE to learn how to support the East Wake Women's Business Alliance through a sponsorship. Contact John Saffold via email to secure your sponsorship.\n\n \n\nDon't miss this opportunity to harvest your brand!\n\n\n\nEast Wake Women's Business Alliance is a proud partnership between the Zebulon and Wendell Chambers of Commerce to serve Women in Business in the Greater East Wake County Region.\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about Harvest Your Brand Panelists\n\n\n\n\n\nKatrece Boyd\, Moderator\n\nExecutive Director\n\nCenter of Entrepreneurship and Economic Development\n\nNorth Carolina Central University\n\n\n\nKatrece Boyd is the Executive Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development (CEED) at North Carolina Central University\, where she leads initiatives that drive innovation and economic mobility for students\, faculty\, staff\, and community members. In addition to her work at CEED\, Katrece is an ICF-credentialed coach and trained facilitator. She is the Founder and Principal Consultant of Boyd Business Group\, LLC\, delivering organizational and leadership development services to small and mid-sized enterprises and government agencies. \n\n\n\nPreviously\, she served as a Business Counselor with the Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC)\, providing personalized management counseling and educational services to help entrepreneurs improve operational efficiency. She served over 12 years in the Financial Service industry as a registered representative\, regional director\, and consultant before transitioning into academia and economic development. She is actively engaged in community work dedicated to advancing the economic mobility of under-resourced communities\, including NC IDEA's Black Entrepreneurship Council\, Carolina Community Impact\, Inc.'s Advisory Board\, Habitat for Humanity's Advocacy Committee\, and acting as an Executive Champion with The Climb. Katrece holds a Bachelor of Science in Sales and Marketing from Tuskegee University and is an EMBA Candidate. \n\n\n\nKatrece's motivation for her work is simple: she loves people and desires to see them thrive.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKristen Englehart\, Panelist\n\nSenior Director\n\nBrasco Marketing\n\n\n\nKristen's marketing experience spans over 15 years with extensive experience in brand management\, marketing strategy\, developing client partnerships\, leading agency teams\, and campaign planning and execution. Kristen has led work across a variety of industries both B2B and B2C. She has also served on boards and committees of non-profits\, and was an adjunct professor at a college mentoring students who were interested in pursuing the marketing agency world.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Caitlin Gooch\, Panelist\n\nDirector\n\nSaddle Up and Read\n\n \nCaitlin Gooch\, also known as "The Black Cowgirl\," is the founder of Saddle Up and Read\, an innovative initiative launched in 2016 aimed at promoting youth literacy through the unique bond between people and horses. Since its inception\, over 1\,000 children have engaged in Saddle Up and Read events\, where Caitlin combines her passion for riding and equine advocacy to inspire the next generation. In her approach\, Caitlin brings her horses to schools\, neighborhoods\, and community events fostering a love for literature alongside equestrian skills.\n\n\n\nCaitlin has collaborated with numerous brands to amplify her message and reach. In addition to her work with Saddle Up and Read\, she hosted the podcast "The Story Stables" produced by WUNC\, featuring her mini horse\, Man Man. Her dedication to community service has earned her numerous accolades\, including induction into the Wake County Public School System Hall of Fame and a Humane Award from the ASPCA for her efforts in equine welfare. Most recently\, she was honored with the ETHOS Award for her impactful contributions to the equestrian community and beyond. Her mantra through it all is\, "Spread love y'all."\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCarlie Rye\, Panelist\n\nPublic Relations Manager\n\nUniversal Chevrolet\n\n\n\nPublic Relations Manager from Universal Chevrolet\, Carlie Rye is a Professional Speaker\, Business Consultant\, and former morning radio personality. She's worked with hundreds of local businesses\, and organizations. Her favorite motto "you don't know\, what you don't know." She will share different ways to get your name in front of people\, what she has seen work well for others\, and a few secrets of the trade when it comes to promoting and branding yourself. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Harvest \;Your \;Brand \;with East Wake Women&rsquo\;s Business Alliance

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Join us on November 6th for \;Harvest \;Your \;Brand\, an engaging panel discussion focused on creating and cultivating personal and business \;brands. This highly anticipated event\, inspired by feedback from our spring Rooted to Bloom gathering\, will feature four \;branding experts offering diverse insights and actionable strategies for building a powerful \;brand.
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Our panelists include:
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The discussion\, moderated by Katrece Boyd\, will be packed with valuable takeaways for anyone looking to grow their \;brand \;or stand out in their industry. Whether you&rsquo\;re launching a new business or refining \;your \;personal \;brand\, this event is for you!
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Date: Wednesday\, November 6\, 2024  \;
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Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM  \;
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Location: Wake Tech East Auditorium\, Building C\, 5401 Rolesville \;Rd\, Wendell\, NC  \;
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Lunch included: Norse Brewing Longhouse
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\nCLICK HERE to learn how to support the East Wake Women'\;s Business Alliance through a sponsorship. Contact John Saffold via email to secure your sponsorship.
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Don'\;t miss this opportunity to \;harvest \;your \;brand!
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\nEast Wake Women'\;s Business Alliance is a proud partnership between the Zebulon and Wendell Chambers of Commerce to serve Women in Business in the Greater East Wake County Region.
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\nLearn more about Harvest Your Brand Panelists
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\nKatrece Boyd\, Moderator
\nExecutive Director
\nCenter of Entrepreneurship and Economic Development
\nNorth Carolina Central University
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\nKatrece \;Boyd is the Executive Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development (CEED) at North Carolina Central University\, where she leads initiatives that drive innovation and economic mobility for students\, faculty\, staff\, and community members. In addition to her work at CEED\, \;Katrece \;is an ICF-credentialed coach and trained facilitator. She is the Founder and Principal Consultant of Boyd Business Group\, LLC\, delivering organizational and leadership development services to small and mid-sized enterprises and government agencies. \;
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\nPreviously\, she served as a Business Counselor with the Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC)\, providing personalized management counseling and educational services to help entrepreneurs improve operational efficiency. She served over 12 years in the Financial Service industry as a registered representative\, regional director\, and consultant before transitioning into academia and economic development. She is actively engaged in community work dedicated to advancing the economic mobility of under-resourced communities\, including NC IDEA&rsquo\;s Black Entrepreneurship Council\, Carolina Community Impact\, Inc.&rsquo\;s Advisory Board\, Habitat for Humanity&rsquo\;s Advocacy Committee\, and acting as an Executive Champion with The Climb. \;Katrece \;holds a Bachelor of Science in Sales and Marketing from Tuskegee University and is an EMBA Candidate. \;
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\nKatrece&rsquo\;s motivation for her work is simple: she loves people and desires to see them thrive.
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Kristen Englehart\, Panelist
\nSenior Director
\nBrasco Marketing
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\nKristen&rsquo\;s marketing experience spans over 15 years with extensive experience in brand management\, marketing strategy\, developing client partnerships\, leading agency teams\, and campaign planning and execution. Kristen has led work across a variety of industries &ndash\; both B2B and B2C. She has also served on boards and committees of non-profits\, and was an adjunct professor at a college mentoring students who were interested in pursuing the marketing agency world.
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\n \;Caitlin Gooch\, Panelist
\nDirector
\nSaddle Up and Read
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Caitlin Gooch\, also known as &ldquo\;The Black Cowgirl\,&rdquo\; is the founder of Saddle Up and Read\, an innovative initiative launched in 2016 aimed at promoting youth literacy through the unique bond between people and horses. Since its inception\, over 1\,000 children have engaged in Saddle Up and Read events\, where Caitlin combines her passion for riding and equine advocacy to inspire the next generation. In her approach\, Caitlin brings her horses to schools\, neighborhoods\, and community events&mdash\;fostering a love for literature alongside equestrian skills.
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\nCaitlin has collaborated with numerous brands \;to amplify her message and reach. In addition to her work with Saddle Up and Read\, she hosted the podcast &ldquo\;The Story Stables&rdquo\; produced by WUNC\, featuring her mini horse\, Man Man. Her dedication to community service has earned her numerous accolades\, including induction into the Wake County Public School System Hall of Fame and a Humane Award from the ASPCA for her efforts in equine welfare. Most recently\, she was honored with the ETHOS Award for her impactful contributions to the equestrian community and beyond. Her mantra through it all is\, &ldquo\;Spread love y'\;all.&rdquo\;
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Carlie Rye\, Panelist
\nPublic Relations Manager
\nUniversal Chevrolet
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\nPublic Relations Manager from Universal Chevrolet\, Carlie Rye is a Professional Speaker\, Business Consultant\, and former morning radio personality. \; She&rsquo\;s worked with hundreds of local businesses\, and organizations. \; Her favorite motto &ldquo\;you don&rsquo\;t know\, what you don&rsquo\;t know.&rdquo\; \; She will share different ways to get your name in front of people\, what she has seen work well for others\, and a few secrets of the trade when it comes to promoting and branding yourself.
\n LOCATION:Wake Tech East Auditorium Building C 5401 Rolesville Rd\, Wendell\, NC UID:e.1168.8510 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTAMP:20260512T215014Z URL:http://business.zebulonchamber.org/events/details/harvest-your-brand-the-east-wake-women-s-business-alliance-luncheon-8510 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR