OWCC Women’s Business Conference 2025 – Conference Kit
Date: August 2025
Location:
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
🏢 About the Conference
The OWCC Women’s Business Conference is a statewide gathering designed for women business owners. It brings together women business owners, resource providers, government agencies, and corporate leaders to empower, elevate, and support the advancement of women-owned businesses across Ohio..
The 2025 conference features a full day of breakout sessions, networking, targeted tracks (construction, political, youth empowerment), and the signature “Manifest & Map It” Vision Board session.
❓ Why This Conference Matters
Women-owned businesses are one of the fastest-growing segments of the U.S. economy. According to recent research:
- There are more than 13 million women-owned businesses in the U.S. generating over $1.9 trillion in revenue annually.
- Women of color account for 50% of all women-owned businesses.
- Ohio ranks among the top states for growth in women-owned enterprises.
- Despite growth, women business owners still face gaps in access to capital, contracts, and connections.
The OWCC Women’s Business Conference exists to close those gaps — by providing knowledge, visibility, and opportunity for women entrepreneurs to grow and thrive.
⏰ Schedule Overview
8:30 AM – Registration, Coffee & Vendor Resource Hub Opens
9:00 AM – Welcome & Opening Session
9:30 AM – Morning Breakout Sessions
11:00 AM – Networking Break + Vendor & Resource Hub
11:30 AM – Luncheon & Community Conversation
1:00 PM – Afternoon Breakout Sessions
2:30 PM – Vision Board Session: “Manifest & Map It”
3:30 PM – Closing Remarks, Group Photo & Giveaways
🌟 Featured Tracks
- Business & Finance Track
- Construction & Contracting Track
- Public Leadership & Politics Track
- Wellness & Balance Track
- Youth Empowerment Track
🏥 What to Expect
- Engaging sessions designed for learning and networking
- Access to state agencies, certification advisors, and buyers
- Free professional headshots and a conference photo booth
- Complimentary breakfast and luncheon
- Conference swag bags for all registered guests
💼 What to Bring
- Business cards
- Marketing materials if you are a vendor
- Notepad or tablet for notes
- Positive energy and a willingness to connect
🎓 Youth Participation
We are excited to welcome a youth empowerment organization and teen attendees to take part in dedicated sessions and the joint Vision Board experience. Chaperones and mentors are encouraged to participate.
🎆 Conference Contact
Ronda Watson Barber
Executive Director, Ohio Women’s Chamber of Commerce
Email: rbarber@ohbdc.org
Phone: 380-222-0095
Web: www.womeninohio.com
This kit will be updated as we confirm speakers, sponsors, and the final venue. Stay tuned for logistics, parking info, and final breakout descriptions.