InnovateHER KC

LISTEN NOW: Join us for IHKC LIVE! en Español! for Hispanic Heritage Month! We're kicked off and Orlanda Herrera, Lesli Barraza, and Jimena Gonzalez are sharing insights about the entrepreneurial journey. Join the conversation! Special thanks to Orlanda and Tricia McGhee of Revolución Educativa for their support!

IHKC LIVE! en Español - Transformando Raíces en Innovación: Herencia, Historia y Emprendimiento Estamos celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana con una poderosa sesión de IHKC LIVE! diseñada para elevar las voces latinas y resaltar las maneras en que la herencia impulsa el emprendimiento. Únete a InnovateHER KC y a nuestras panelistas, Jimena Gonzalez (Esquites y Elotes CDMX) y Lesli Barraza (RevUp Media, estratega de marketing digital e instructora de yoga), en una conversación inspiradora moderada por Orlanda Herrera, fundadora de Ollin Ameyalli y constructora de comunidad. Juntas exploraremos cómo las emprendedoras latinas encuentran fuerza y estrategia en su herencia, transformando la cultura y la tradición en innovación que resuena en distintas industrias y comunidades. Conoce a las Panelistas Jimena Gonzalez - Jimena es el corazón de Esquites y Elotes CDMX, negocio fundado en marzo del 2023 con el sueño de llevar los auténticos sabores de la Ciudad de México a Kansas City. El negocio se especializa en esquites, elotes en palo, Dorielotes y Maruchan preparadas, cada uno elaborado con una mezcla única de tradición y creatividad. Lesli Barraza - Lesli es fundadora de RevUp Media y una creativa estratega de marketing digital que ayuda a los negocios a conectar con su audiencia a través del propósito y la estrategia. También es una instructora de yoga comprometida en construir comunidades centradas en el bienestar y el empoderamiento. Moderadora: Orlanda A. Herrera - Orlanda es fundadora de Ollin Ameyalli y una apasionada constructora de comunidad dedicada a empoderar a las mujeres a través de la creatividad, la educación y los negocios. Como fundadora de un estudio de arte, crea espacios donde el arte y las historias se unen para inspirar crecimiento y conexión. ¿Quién debería unirse? - Emprendedoras latinas y fundadoras en formación - Miembros de la comunidad que deseen celebrar y apoyar la innovación impulsada por la herencia - Aliados y proveedores de servicios listos para fortalecer las voces hispanas en los negocios y el liderazgo Los meses de identidad son para celebrar, pero también para educar, abogar y actuar. Juntas honraremos la herencia, amplificaremos el emprendimiento latino y visualizaremos el próximo capítulo de innovación. Unámonos para celebrar, aprender y elevar a nuestra comunidad hispana durante el Mes de la Herencia Hispana y más allá. 📺 ¡Encuentra IHKC LIVE! transmitiendo en YouTube, Facebook y LinkedIn. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://lnkd.in/gHm25Bk9

We’re kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month early with a powerful IHKC LIVE! session to strengthen our community’s advocacy and allyship. Join InnovateHER and Karla Juarez, Executive Director for Advocates for Immigrant Rights & Reconciliation (AIRR), as we explore our rights, strategize on ways to show up in today’s political climate, and discuss urgent threats. This program is here to inform, equip, and empower both directly impacted individuals and their allies. No matter where you were born or your immigration status, you have rights under the U.S. Constitution. Together, we’ll review those rights, share practical steps for what to do if someone you know is detained, and highlight ways allies can stand in solidarity. Who should join? - Community members seeking to understand their rights - Allies and service providers ready to stand in solidarity - Advocates preparing for action during Hispanic Heritage Month and beyond Identity months are about celebration but they're also about education - and action. Together, we are stronger. Let’s come together to learn, support, and uplift our Hispanic community during this important month and beyond!

Love to see it! 💜 The Kansas City Business Journal's Women’s Summit 2025 is bringing together an extraordinary lineup of leaders and we’re especially proud to see so many InnovateHERs representing on the stage! From breaking barriers in business to driving impact through advocacy, wellness, media, sports, and entrepreneurship, these women are proof of what’s possible when passion meets purpose. Their stories, expertise, and vision will inspire all of us to think bigger, lead with authenticity, and support each other along the way. This isn’t just about hearing great talks (which you will), it’s about being part of a community that uplifts, connects, and champions women leaders at every stage (which it does). Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with changemakers, expand your network, and walk away with tools, ideas, and inspiration that can help you elevate your own potential. Register: https://lnkd.in/ek56B3nU Proud to participate in this event every year - and we hope you can join us! #women #WomensSummit2025 #leadership #community #alwayslearning

Excited to relaunch Monthly Meetups in October at such an incredible venue - KC's first sports bar for women's sports! Come for The Dub KC and stay to connect with the fabulous women+ leaders of InnovateHER KC!

Hey friends, this event is still happening! Hope you can join us on the 6th for our Monthly Meetup!

Whether you're an emerging powerhouse or a seasoned pro, InnovateHER KC is your go-to community for growth, connection, and real opportunities. Explore our membership options and choose your path. Join a movement that’s championing women+ in leadership—and find your seat at the table. https://bit.ly/3EWCG3A

In this episode of IHKC Live!, we’re sitting down with the brilliant mind behind Ari Rose, a brand rooted in intention, wellness, and conscious living. From clean beauty to sustainable practices, we’re exploring how every decision—big or small—can be a step toward the life we want to create. Join us for a powerful conversation on integrity in business, intentional living, and what it really means to be a conscious consumer in a world that needs more heart. ✨ Rapid-fire fun + real talk ✨ Behind-the-scenes on conscious entrepreneurship ✨ Links and ways to support Ari Rose 🎥 Going live at 1:15 p.m. CT Let’s build with heart. 💛

Ready to s-t-r-e-t-c-h your network? Join us for our next IHKC Coffee Meetup on Monday, April 22nd from 8:30–10:00 AM at StretchZone! Come sip, connect, and kick off your week with good vibes and great company. Mark your calendar—we can’t wait to see you there! Use the member codes below when registering: Free IHKC members: Stretch0425 Paid IHKC members: Stretch0425M+

Hope you can join us for a shop local, feel good kind of Monthly Meetup!