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IndyStrong: Resilient Through Every Shift

Honors the determination and adaptability of Indiana’s women business owners. Through real conversations, strategic insight, and intentional connection, this program equips participants to thrive in the face of supply chain shifts, economic changes, and evolving business landscapes—while building forward, together.

What's in Store

Real Conversations: Start the day with facilitated dialogue that sets the tone for transparency, connection, and shared strength.
Insightful Keynote: Learn from a leading business voice about navigating economic uncertainty and supply chain disruption with purpose and agility.
Powerful Panel: Hear unfiltered stories and success strategies from Indiana women business owners who’ve adapted and thrived.
Networking Lunch: Build authentic connections with fellow WBEs, corporate partners, and resource providers in a relaxed, meaningful setting.
Interactive Breakouts: Choose from peer-led WBE roundtables or a corporate-only session focused on deepening supplier engagement.
Advocacy in Action: Gain practical tools and inspiration to shape policy, procurement, and opportunity for women in business.
Action-Driven Takeaways: Leave with new insights, resources, and a personalized commitment to the next shift you're ready to face.

Who Should Attend?

Business Owners & Entrepreneurs – Elevate your strategy and position your business for long-term success.
Corporate & Procurement Professionals – Gain insights on engaging with and strengthening business relationships with suppliers.
Employees & Team Members – Gain knowledge that strengthens the business you support and advances your professional growth.
Business & Economic Development Leaders – Explore strategies to support and foster thriving businesses within your network.

WE Succeed Registration is $125.00.

Your all-access pass includes an inspiring keynote speaker, interactive breakout sessions, a panel discussion with industry leaders, high-impact networking opportunities, and a resource guide to help you thrive through change. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration so others can take advantage of this valuable opportunity.

By registering and attending WE Succeed, you grant permission for the use of your likeness through video, photograph or any other likeness that Great Lakes WBC and it’s sponsors may use in publications, news releases, online, and in other communications. Thank you!

Join us for a Networking Reception!

Date: Monday, July 21, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST
Location: Hirons, 422 E. New York St., Indianapolis, IN 46202

Kick off WE Succeed with an evening of connection, conversation, and community at our Welcome Reception hosted by Hirons. Mingle with fellow women business owners, corporate partners, and resource providers in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy light refreshments, networking opportunities, and a preview of what’s ahead at IndyStrong. It’s the perfect way to ease into a week of growth, insight, and empowerment.

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Keynote Presentation

Hannah Kain | President & CEO | ALOM

Leading Forward in a Shifting Economy | Resilience and Leadership Amid Supply Chain Disruptions and Economic Change
Explore how resilient leadership can turn disruption into opportunity. This keynote will offer actionable strategies for navigating supply chain challenges and economic shifts while staying focused on your mission and growth.

About Hannah Kain

Hannah Kain is President and CEO of ALOM, a supply chain company she founded in 1997. ALOM operates out of 20 global locations to support its Fortune 500 customers in the technology, automotive, life sciences, and regulated industry sectors.
Hannah was born in Denmark where - in addition to a business and political career - she taught at Copenhagen Business School. Hannah holds three university degrees.
Hannah is a board member of the National Association of Manufacturers, WBEC-Pacific, the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) where she also serves as the WBENC Forum 1st vice chair, board chair of How Women Lead–Silicon Valley, advisory council member with Heritage Bank of Commerce, and is a member of the Committee of 200 for executive women.

Christina Hale | CEO, Hale Strategy

Advocacy Session: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs Through Policy and Community Engagement
Presented by Christina Hale, CEO of Hale Strategy, this keynote will focus on the power of advocacy in advancing women entrepreneurs. Christina will explore the vital role that policy and community engagement play in creating a more equitable business environment. Attendees will learn actionable strategies to influence policy changes, build strong community networks, and advocate for the growth and success of women-owned businesses. This session will empower entrepreneurs to take charge of their future by leveraging advocacy for lasting impact.

About Christina Hale
Christina Hale is a Cuban-American leader known for her tireless service to others and her commitment to creating positive change. A former elected member of the Indiana General Assembly, Christina has been recognized for her bipartisan approach and effectiveness in advocating for her community. As the first Latina to run for statewide office in Indiana and the first Latina nominee for U.S. Congress in the state, she has made history in her political career. Christina is also a sought-after public speaker, philanthropist, and the author of Why Not You? A Leadership Guide for the Changemakers of Tomorrow. In 2021, she was appointed by President to lead communications for two federal agencies and oversee the U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of Women’s Business Ownership. She now serves as the CEO of Hale Strategy.

Reception Venue Details

Hirons
422 E New York St, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Get Directions HERE

Private parking lot is shared with St. Mary Catholic Church that you can gain access to from N. New Jersey St. or N. Cleveland St. There are marked visitor parking spaces along the back wall of the building on the south side of the lot. You can also find street parking on E. New York St. in front of our office or on N. New Jersey St. just West of our office. You can access Hirons by using the front entrance located on E. New York St. Ring the doorbell and we will buzz you in. Additional parking may be found at: Newport Lot (419 E Ohio), Market District (101 N New Jersey St.), Market Square Center Garage (241 E. Ohio St.) or Express Park Garage (20 N. Pennsylvania St.).

WE Succeed Venue Details

Indiana State Museum
650 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204