advancing women in business.
In Her Bag Is Where
Ambitious Women Gather
In Her Bag is a platform for ambitious women building, leading, and shaping what comes next.
At the intersection of entrepreneurship, corporate ambition, and cultural influence, we create spaces for women to learn, connect, grow, and access the conversations, relationships, and opportunities that move them forward.
Through events, accelerator programming, mentorship, and community, In Her Bag brings together founders, professionals, executives, creatives, and industry leaders to support the next generation of women in business.
intentional
connection
expert
insights
collaborative
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Built for women creating what’s next.
Led by women shaping culture, business, and finance.
In Her Bag is where clarity meets momentum, where women come together to get honest, get strategic, and get moving in their business and career.
our mission
In Her Bag is a platform dedicated to advancing women in business.
We connect ambitious women with the people, knowledge, and opportunities that help transform potential into progress. By bringing together entrepreneurs, executives, professionals, creatives, and industry leaders, we foster an environment where ideas are exchanged, relationships are built, and growth is accelerated.
Through transformative experiences, strategic partnerships, and access to influential voices across industries, In Her Bag is helping shape a future where women are better equipped to lead, innovate, create wealth, and drive meaningful change.
Our work is rooted in the belief that investing in women is not only an investment in individual success, but in stronger businesses, stronger communities, and a more equitable economy for all.
“Now THIS is where I needed to grow!”
In Her Bag is built around open conversation and advancement. This is a space that’s connecting women who are actively driving business with those intent on learning how.
we’re building women entrepreneurs to beat the odds
34%
of small businesses that fail lack the proper product-market fit.
90%
of start-up’s fail.
10%
of new businesses don't survive the first year.
22%
of startups that fail don’t have a sound marketing strategy.
18%
of first-time startup founders are successful.
In Her Bag: The Summit directly tackles the high startup failure rate by providing entrepreneurs with essential resources, insights from industry leaders, and networking opportunities.
Focused on women entrepreneurs, the summit offers a unique platform for learning, community building, and addressing gender-specific business challenges, enhancing the potential for long-term success.
Sources: Embroker, Review 42, US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Small Business Trends, SSRN
who we’ve heard from
Our conversations have featured women leading at some of the world’s most influential and emerging companies.
Our series of conversations has pulled back the curtain on how large organizations approach strategy, growth, and execution—offering attendees a rare look at how those frameworks translate to entrepreneurial and professional success.
our 2026 speakers.
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Shana R. Stephenson
Chief Brand Officer @ NY Liberty
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Rebecca Butler, Ph.D.
Associate @ McKinsey & Co.
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Kiana Leroux
Beauty & Lifestyle Content Creator, Girl Mom, Psychology Student, & Thought leader
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Tara Prasad
Director Campaign Management and Creator Strategy Lead @ Influential (L’Oreal)
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Whitney Johnson
Senior Manager, Marketing and Brand Partnerships @ Wave Sports and Entertainment
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Daisha Roberts
Cultural Strategist and Consultant
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Amy Globus
Co-Founder + Creative Director @ Team
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Nairobi Jeanniton
Global Brand Public Relations Manager @ Suntory Global Spirits
Instagram | LinkedIn
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our 2025 speakers.
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![A smiling woman with long dark hair in a white sleeveless dress holding an NFL football stands on a rooftop with a city skyline behind her, including tall buildings and a river in the distance.]()
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![A woman with long black hair, wearing black glasses, a brown sleeveless ribbed dress, jewelry including earrings, a necklace, a bracelet, and a watch, sitting on a wooden chair with a contemplative expression, resting her chin on her hand in front of a muted beige background.]()
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![A woman smiling at a podium during a conference with a black backdrop displaying logos for Forbes, JobOhio, and the 'Under 30 Summit' presented by JobOhio.]()
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![A woman with short, styled hair, smiling with her hand resting on her chin, wearing a white jacket and a ring, sitting indoors with a large green plant in the background.]()
Nicole Jeter-West
CO-FOUNDER @ VANGUARD MAVEN GROUP
our 2024 speakers.
some thoughts.
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"Opportunities like In Her Bag are the reason that small businesses are able to grow and expand our geographical reach."
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"Being a part of In Her Bag is almost a pinch me moment for us. We started this business off of a whim and now we’re being exhibited in the heart of New York!"
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"This is going to be a very amazing experience for our brand to be able to grow and expand."
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"Beyond grateful to be a part of such an inspirational night. "
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