Network & Mingle 2023
2023-10-26 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Rope Factory Brantford, 111 Sherwood Dr, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 6J9, Canada
Join us for an evening of networking with our Women in Business Expo network at the Rope Factory in Brantford.
This event is FREE to attend. All are welcome!
Bar will be open (cash, credit and debit are accepted).
Snack type food will be provided.
Come for an hour, or two and/or even stay the whole time. You do not have to attend the whole time if you are not able to.
Please RSVP below so we can estimate the number of guests. We are looking forward to seeing you again!
Any questions please contact us at 519-770-7358 (call or text) or email us at info@womeninbusinessexpo.ca
-Sam & Jaime

COOKIE SPONSOR:

FOOD SPONSOR:
White Rabbit Catering

VENUE SPONSOR:

Women in Business Expo 2024
2024-03-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Marriott Brantford, 30 Fen Ridge Ct, Brantford, ON, N3V 1G2, Canada
In celebration of International Women’s Day, join us for our second annual Women in Business Expo on Friday, March 8, 2024 at the Marriott in Brantford. We want to network, learn, and showcase women in business from Brantford, Brant County, Norfolk County and other surrounding communities.
The event will be featuring:⁠
-Trade Show
-Guest Speakers⁠
-Prize Giveaways⁠
-Photo Booth⁠
-Swag Bags⁠ for the first 100 attendees
Guest Speakers:
Sam Gernhart & Candace Huntly
Marketing 2024: The good, the bad, the ugly
10:00am – 10:45am
Jill Ferras and Rachel Strasser
The Energy of Money
11:00am – 11:45am
Sadeki Simpson
5 Money Questions for Women
12:00pm – 12:45pm
Cara Overduin
How to build your business by upbuilding each other
1:00pm – 1:45pm
Kim Doyle
Unleash Your Health Superpower
2:00pm – 2:45pm
Deanna Balberman
Imposter Syndrome
3:00pm – 3:45pm
All are welcome to attend! You can come check out the trade show, listen to a guest speaker or two, network, or stay for the whole day.
This event is free for people to attend. Please pre-register in the “general admission” box above.

Network & Mingle 2024
2024-11-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Rope Factory Brantford, 111 Sherwood Dr, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 6J9, Canada
Join us for an evening of networking with our Women in Business Expo network at the Rope Factory in Brantford.
This event is FREE to attend. All are welcome!
Bar will be open (cash, credit and debit are accepted).
Snack type food will be provided.
Come for an hour, or two and/or even stay the whole time. You do not have to attend the whole time if you are not able to. This event is “open house” style.
Please RSVP above so we can estimate the number of guests. We are looking forward to seeing you again!
Any questions please contact us at 519-770-7358 (call or text) or email us at info@womeninbusinessexpo.ca
*Please Note: This event is separate from our March 2025 Women in Business Expo. This is an mix and mingle evening like we did in October 2023. Here is the Brant Beacon article on last year’s event: https://www.brantbeacon.ca*
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VENUE SPONSOR:

Women in Business Expo 2025
2025-03-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Marriott Brantford, 30 Fen Ridge Ct, Brantford, ON, N3V 1G2, Canada
In celebration of International Women’s Day, join us for our third annual Women in Business Expo on Saturday, March 8, 2025 anytime between 10am-4pm at the Marriott/Affinity Conference Centre (30 Fen Ridge Court) in Brantford. We want to network, learn, and showcase women in business from Brantford, Brant County, Norfolk County and other surrounding communities.
The event will be featuring:⁠
-Trade Show
-Guest Speakers⁠
-Prize Giveaways⁠
-Photo Booth⁠
-Swag Bags⁠ for the first 100 attendees
Guest Speaker Sessions:
Samantha Gernhart
Topic: Why you DO need a website
Time: 10:00am – 10:45am
Stacey Bester
Topic: Secrets of My SWEET Success
Time: 11:00am – 11:45am
Nadine Kelly
Topic: The Business of Being Seen: How Microdosing Visibility Leads to Confidence & Consistency
Time: 12:00pm – 12:45pm
Korrenne Jensen
Topic: Before motivation: doing difficult tasks before you’re ready
Time: 1:00pm – 1:45pm
Taylor McConnachie
Topic: Reconnecting to Your Sexual Self
Time: 2:00pm – 2:45pm
Laura Dickson
Topic: Taking the leap of faith: my journey to becoming my own boss
Time: 3:00pm – 3:45pm
All are welcome to attend! You can come check out the trade show, listen to a guest speaker or two, network, or stay for the whole day.
This event is free for people to attend. Please pre-register in the “general admission” box above.

Network & Mingle 2025
2025-10-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Rope Factory Brantford, 111 Sherwood Dr, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 6J9, Canada
Join us for an evening of networking with our Women in Business Expo network at the Rope Factory in Brantford.
This event is FREE to attend. All are welcome!
Bar will be open (cash, credit and debit are accepted).
Snack type food will be provided.
Come for an hour, or two and/or even stay the whole time. You do not have to attend the whole time if you are not able to. This event is “open house” style.
Please RSVP above so we can estimate the number of guests. We are looking forward to seeing you again!
Any questions please contact us at 519-770-7358 (call or text) or email us at info@womeninbusinessexpo.ca
*Please Note: This event is separate from our annual March Women in Business Expo held on International Women’s Day. This is an mix and mingle evening like we did in October 2023 and November 2024. Here is the Brant Beacon article on the 2023 event: https://www.brantbeacon.ca*
VENUE SPONSOR:

Women in Business Expo 2026
2026-03-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Best Western Brantford Hotel and Conference Centre, 19 Holiday Dr, Brantford, Ontario, N3R 7J4, Canada
Women in Business Expo 2026
Celebrating International Women’s Day
Join us for the fourth annual Women in Business Expo on Sunday, March 8, 2026, anytime between 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, at the Best Western Hotel & Conference Centre📍 19 Holiday Drive, Brantford
This full-day event celebrates women entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders from Brantford, Brant County, Norfolk County, and surrounding communities. Come to network, learn, connect, and showcase women in business — whether you stay for an hour or the entire day.

What to Expect
✨ Trade Show featuring women-owned businesses🎤 Guest Speaker Sessions throughout the day🎁 Prize Giveaways📸 Photo Booth🛍 Swag Bags for the first 100 attendees

Guest Speaker Schedule
10:00 AM – 10:45 AMSamantha GernhartSeen, Heard, and Taken Seriously: Marketing Your Business with Confidence
11:00 AM – 11:45 AMDanielle SimpsonWhy Community Changes Everything
12:00 PM – 12:45 PMMandy SamwellFrom Community to City Council: A Journey in Public Leadership
1:00 PM – 1:45 PMSophia WhiteThe Power of Flow: How Regulating Your Body Transforms Your Business
2:00 PM – 2:45 PMSarah O’NeilThe Long Ride: Building a Business That Stands the Test of Time
3:00 PM – 3:45 PMDenise LoweSupporting Your Teen’s Success, Without the Stress

Who Can Attend?
Everyone is welcome.Stop by the trade show, attend a speaker session or two, network with others — or stay for the full day.
🎟 This is a free event to attend, pre-registration is not required but by registering it helps us plan and anticipate numbers. Please register using the “General Admission” option above.

🤝 Supporting Our Community Partner
We are proud to partner with Community Resource Service, an organization dedicated to supporting food security and employment through the Brantford Food Bank and Community Employment Service.
Attendees are encouraged to bring donations in support of their work. Cash, credit, and debit donations will be accepted at the event. Items and donations can be dropped off at their table on the day of the event.
Items Currently Needed:

Peanut butter
Canned meats, fruits, vegetables, and beans
Soup
Dry pasta & pasta sauce
Cereal & oatmeal
Crackers & cookies
Cooking oils
Household products

Your generosity helps ensure that Everyone Fed, Everyone Working, and Everyone Counts. Thank you for supporting our community 💛

Women in Business Expo 2027
2027-03-08 10:00 - 16:00 | MontHill Golf & Country Club, 4925 Hwy 6, Caledonia, Ontario, N3W 1Z6, Canada
Women in Business Expo 2027
Celebrating International Women’s Day
Join us for the fifth annual Women in Business Expo on Monday, March 8, 2027, anytime between 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, at the MontHill Golf & Country Club📍 4925 Hwy 6, Caledonia
This full-day event celebrates women entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders from Brantford, Brant County, Norfolk County, Haldimand County, and surrounding communities. Come to network, learn, connect, and showcase women in business — whether you stay for an hour or the entire day.

What to Expect
✨ Trade Show featuring women-owned businesses🎤 Guest Speaker Sessions throughout the day🎁 Prize Giveaways📸 Photo Booth🛍 Swag Bags for the first 100 attendees

Who Can Attend?
Everyone is welcome.Stop by the trade show, attend a speaker session or two, network with others — or stay for the full day.
🎟 This is a free event to attend, pre-registration is not required but by registering it helps us plan and anticipate numbers. Please register using the “General Admission” option above.
