Foundations Entrepreneur Development Company

10/14/2026

🚨 TOMORROW IS THE DAY!

Join us for an engaging conversation as we hear from three dynamic women leaders that will share their experience and their journey of navigating today's economic climate.

October 15, 2026
6:00 PM CST

We are excited to welcome:
- Fellow Alumni, Karen A. Yeates, MBA, CSM, CSPO of Excel to Elevate who will facilitate the conversation
- Texas Market President of Vista Bank, Mandy Austin and
- Head of Growth for the America's with Silver Lining, Claudia L Uribe-Galeano

Join in on the call to gain insight into what it takes to "lead" in their industry, hear their story and meet the current class of the 2026 Women Entrepreneurs Leadership Forum.

We look forward to seeing you!

10/14/2026

🔥 Chat: Empowering Small Businesses to Thrive

Join us for an inspiring and engaging Chat featuring Misa Bacon and Ms. Angela Walton as they share their experiences, insights, and strategies for navigating the journey of entrepreneurship and small-business growth.

As part of the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Program, this conversation will explore the power of digital tools, resilience, innovation, and community in helping entrepreneurs build stronger and more sustainable businesses.

💡 What to expect:
W If you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a small-business owner, or simply passionate about supporting local businesses, this is a conversation you won't want to miss!

📅 Date: November 7, 2026

⏰ Time: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

📍 Location/Platform: 3225 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.,
Suite 130
Dallas, TX 75210

Come ready to connect, learn, and be inspired!

Register here - https://2026econsummit101.eventbrite.com

10/14/2026

🚀 KEYNOTE CONVERSATION: CREATING A BLUEPRINT TO UNITE ENTREPRENEURS 🚀

What does it take to create a space where entrepreneurs want to gather, connect, collaborate, and grow?

Many individuals have a vision for creating communities and spaces that attract entrepreneurs—but the biggest question is often: Where do I start?

At the Startup Economics 101 Summit, we’re bringing together experts who didn’t just dream about it—they created a strategic blueprint, put their plans into action, and built successful businesses and entrepreneurial spaces.

Join us for an inspiring keynote conversation designed to provide insight, practical perspectives, and lessons from those who have turned their vision into reality.

🎤 Meet Our Special Panelists:
Brianna Jovahn — Moderator
Andrew D. Nash Sr.
Darlisa Diltz
Kevin Wortley

📅 Date: November 7, 2026

⏰ 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM

Whether you’re dreaming of building an entrepreneurial community, developing a business hub, creating collaborative spaces, or simply looking for the blueprint to turn your vision into action, this is a conversation you do not want to miss!

💡 Vision is the beginning. Strategy is the blueprint. Ex*****on turns the blueprint into reality.

🔥 Come hear from the experts. Get inspired. Get the blueprint. Get ready to build!

Register here - https://2026ECONSummit101.eventbrite.com

10/13/2026

💰 IS YOUR NETWORK CONTRIBUTING TO YOUR NET WORTH? 🤝

They say, “Your network is your net worth.” But are you intentionally building relationships that create opportunities, inspire growth, and move your business forward?

Join us for a powerful conversation at the Startup Economics 101 Summit exploring how entrepreneurs are creating spaces for connection, collaboration, meaningful meetings, and inspiration among like-minded individuals.

Discover how the right connections can open doors, spark new ideas, strengthen your business, and create opportunities you may not find on your own.

🎤 Meet Our Special Panelists:
Jessica Hayden — Moderator
Ashley Jordan
LaToya Porter
Liz Gates

📅 November 7, 2026

⏰ 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

Whether you’re building a business, growing your professional circle, looking for collaborators, or simply ready to surround yourself with people who understand your entrepreneurial journey, this is a conversation you do not want to miss!

✨ Come ready to connect. Come ready to learn. Come ready to expand your network—and your possibilities.

🚨 Don’t miss “Is Your Network Contributing to Your Net Worth?” at the Startup Economics 101 Summit!

Register here - https://2026econsummit101.eventbrite.com

10/13/2026

🤝 SUPPORT FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS 🤝

Running a nonprofit comes with unique challenges—and sometimes the resources you need are available, but you may not know where to find them.

Join us for an important conversation at the Startup Economics 101 Summit focused on helping nonprofit organizations identify resources, overcome challenges, and connect with opportunities that can support their mission and growth.

This session will introduce participants to support options for nonprofits, valuable resources, and potential opportunities designed to help organizations navigate the financial and operational challenges they face.

🎤 Meet Our Special Panelists:
Tracy Lewis — Moderator
Judy Helm
Brittainye Wise

📅 November 7, 2026

⏰ 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

Whether you’re leading a nonprofit, serving on a nonprofit board, launching an organization, or looking for resources to strengthen your mission, this is a conversation you do not want to miss!

💡 The resources may be out there. The connections may be out there. The opportunities may be out there. Come discover them!

🚨 Don’t miss “Support for Nonprofit Organizations” at the Startup Economics 101 Summit!

Register here - https://2026ECONSummit101.eventbrite.com

10/12/2026

💰 PROTECTING GENERATIONAL WEALTH 💰

Building wealth is one thing. Protecting it, preserving it, and positioning it for future generations is another.

Join us for an important conversation on Protecting Generational Wealth at the Startup Economics 101 Summit. Participants will gain valuable insights into safeguarding your business, understanding trusts, protecting assets, and developing strategies to help preserve the wealth you’ve worked hard to build.

Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, investor, or someone focused on creating a stronger financial future for your family, this is a conversation you do not want to miss!

🎤 Meet Our Special Panelists:
W Marvin Dulaney — Moderator
Jaide Brown Flynn
Pamela Hudspeth Turner
VR Small
Andrea Filer

📅 November 7, 2026

⏰ 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM

💡 Come prepared to learn, ask questions, and gain perspectives on how families and business owners can think strategically about protecting what they’ve built and creating a lasting legacy.

Your legacy matters. Your family's future matters. Make plans to be part of the conversation.

🔥 Don’t miss “Protecting Generational Wealth” at the Startup Economics 101 Summit!

Register here - https://2026ECONSummit101.eventbrite.com

10/12/2026

🌍 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AROUND THE WORLD 🌍

What does it really look like to build and own a business across different communities and countries?

Join us for the International Conversation: Entrepreneurship Around the World at the Startup Economics 101 Summit, where we’ll hear directly from industry stakeholders about their entrepreneurial journeys, the business ownership landscape in their communities, challenges they’ve encountered, and best practices from around the world.

If international business is on your radar, this is a conversation you do not want to miss! 🌎💼

🎤 Meet Our Panelists:
Tolu Akindunni — Moderator
Vitali Karpeichyk — Panelist
Shanice Maposa — Panelist

💡 Come gain global perspectives, expand your understanding of entrepreneurship across borders, and discover what it takes to navigate business ownership in different markets.

📅 November 7, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
🌍 Startup Economics 101 Summit

Bring your questions. Bring your curiosity. Bring your global business ambitions.
Join the conversation and hear entrepreneurship from a truly international perspective!

Register here - https://2026econsummit101.eventbrite.com

10/10/2026

Join Us THIS MORNING for Session 1.......Discover Your Value!

Starting at 9:00 AM.

Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ideas-2-action-workshop-series-tickets-2002664479368?aff=oddtdtcreator to receive the link.

See you soon.

🗣Can you believe 4th quarter is HERE?!?

has partnered with Woodforest National Bank, AltCap and Cummins Inc. to offer a workshop series called: Ideas 2 Action where we will revisit conversations that will help you to:
✔️ realign with your business value
✔️ tighten your business model
and
✔️ craft an intentional "pitch"

We are calling these Saturday Morning Sprints! 🏃‍♂️🌱

Join us from 9:00 AM-10:30 AM Virtually
- October 10th
- October 17th and
- October 24th
as we talk BUSINESS! 💡

To receive access to these sessions, visit: https://Ideas2ActionFEDC26.eventbrite.com

We look forward to connecting with you soon!

10/06/2026

Join us October 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM for the Women Entrepreneurs Leadership Forums Virtual Leadership Fireside Chat for a great discussion on navigating the economic landscape as a Female Leader.

This years conversation will feature:
Karen Yeates, MBA: Leadership Strategist and Founder of Excel to Elevate

Mandy Austin: Texas Market President at Vista Bank
and
Claudia L Uribe-Galeano: Head of Growth for the Americas with Silver Lining Action Plan

Get in on the conversation! Visit: https://WELF26FiresideChat.eventbrite.com for event access. We look forward to seeing you on the call.

10/03/2026

🗣Can you believe 4th quarter is HERE?!?

has partnered with Woodforest National Bank, AltCap and Cummins Inc. to offer a workshop series called: Ideas 2 Action where we will revisit conversations that will help you to:
✔️ realign with your business value
✔️ tighten your business model
and
✔️ craft an intentional "pitch"

We are calling these Saturday Morning Sprints! 🏃‍♂️🌱

Join us from 9:00 AM-10:30 AM Virtually
- October 10th
- October 17th and
- October 24th
as we talk BUSINESS! 💡

To receive access to these sessions, visit: https://Ideas2ActionFEDC26.eventbrite.com

We look forward to connecting with you soon!