WNM 2026 Her Voice, Her Story: A Speaker Series for Women Business Owners
Her Voice, Her Story: A Speaker Series for Native Business Owners
Her Voice, Her Story is a speaker series presented by our WESST Native Women Rising Program that shines a spotlight on the experiences of entrepreneurs and small business owners. Through honest conversations, personal stories, and practical advice, the series explores the determination, creativity, and leadership required to build and grow a business. Join our panel speakers for an engaging discussion designed to inspire current and future business leaders.
Who Should Attend:
This series is ideal for:
- Aspiring entrepreneurs exploring business ownership
- New and established small business owners
- Business leaders and professionals
- Entrepreneurs looking for inspiration, resources, and connections
- Individuals interested in leadership, innovation, and business growth
- Students and emerging professionals considering entrepreneurial careers
- Community members who want to support and learn from local business leaders
What to Expect:
This session features:
Attendees will gain:
- Real-world insights into entrepreneurship and leadership
- Practical tools for business growth and personal development
- Networking opportunities with entrepreneurs
- Inspiration to find and use their own voice in business
Join Us:
Be part of a movement that celebrates the power of Native women’s voices in business. Whether you're just starting out or scaling your enterprise, Her Voice, Her Story will leave you inspired, informed, and ready to write your next chapter.
Guest Speaker: Heather Gomez, Owner, Dulce Based Tipi
Heather C. Gomez is an entrepreneur, marketing professional, and community advocate from the Jicarilla Apache Nation. As a contactor for the WESST’s Native Women Rising program and a former New Mexico Tribal Entrepreneurship Enhancement Program, she supports Indigenous entrepreneurs through training, mentoring, and business development resources.
A business owner herself, Heather co-manages Big D Flooring and founded Dulce Base Tipi, a Native woman-owned cultural lodging experience on the Jicarilla Apache Reservation. Her entrepreneurial experience fuels her passion for helping Native and tribal businesses grow and thrive.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please notify Janelle Henry at 505-566-3715 or jhenry@wesst.org.
Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
Speaker(s): Alysia Coriz, Native Women Rising Director, WESST Albuquerque Women's Business Center Heather Gomez, Independent Consultant & Trainer, WESST Farmington Women's Business Center
Co-Sponsor(s):
Please Note: THIS WEBINAR IS BEING OFFERED ONLINE. AN INTERNET CONNECTION AND A COMPUTER (or highly capable tablet-type device) ARE NECESSARY. Access and instructions will be sent to you after you have registered for the class. This training class will be delivered in English. Registration is required. One zoom link per registration. Please have Zoom name reflect your registered name. You're welcome to log on a few minutes early.
Fee: No Cost
Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
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