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The Florida SBDC at FGCU is hosting an event called Women Excelle 2024 on Thursday, October 17. The conference will take place at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center in downtown Fort Myers. This year, the event focuses on empowering women in business through keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities.

Keynote speaker Jennifer Johnson will present during the event. Jessica Rhea will serve as the emcee. Breakout sessions will feature Tatum Walker discussing management and leadership, Reema Bhatia Bernhardt addressing tech and innovation, Susan Frantz covering marketing and sales, and Jennifer Drucker focusing on finance and accounting.

Additionally, Nathalie White, Tiffani Mensch, and Kristina Park will participate in fireside chats.

For more information and to register for Women Excelle 2024, visit https://tinyurl.com/mw6p8ek5.

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