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RECAPPING S.H.E. WEEK 2021

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The week of August 22-27, 2021 was nothing short of amazing as the third annual S.H.E. Week commenced in-person. Following a year where S.H.E. Week was held completely virtual in 2020, S.H.E. Week 2021 was designed in a hybrid format by women for women to address issues following the COVID-19 Pandemic and empower participants with the community and insights needed not only to survive, but also thrive into the future!

Through numerous community partnerships, countless volunteers, 36 sponsors, and over 250 participants, S.H.E. Week 2021 was incredibly successful.

During S.H.E. Week 2021, we saw the launch of two inspiring additions to the week, S.H.E. Pitch and the SHERO Awards. 

S.H.E. Pitch was a pitch competition for female entrepreneurs, both in the idea stage and growth stage of their businesses. The six women who were chosen as finalists pitched their ideas to an audience of judges and community members. The winners walked away with cash prizes to enhance their businesses. Watch the video of the pitches here. 

The SHERO Awards were designed to recognize and shine a light on individuals who are making an impact by triumphing over adversity, demonstrating extraordinary care for others or leading change in our community. Award winners included Mary Ford-Naill (SHERO Strength Award), Brooke DeSantis (SHERO Strength Award), Maria Herrera (SHERO Heart Award), and the Lady Ravens Flag Football Team (SHERO Equality Award).

A LOOK INSIDE S.H.E. WEEK 2021


2021 PROGRAM BOOK

FIRST ANNUAL SHERO AWARDS & S.H.E. PITCH COMPETITION

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The SHERO Awards were established to celebrate and shine a light on 
individuals who are making an impact by triumphing over adversity, demonstrating extraordinary care for others or leading change in our community.
S.H.E. Pitch is a pitch competition for female CEOs - or "S.H.E.-EOs" - designed to give businesses both in the “idea stage” and “growth stage” cash prizes, publicity and networking opportunities. 

MEDIA COVERAGE

SHE Week Debuts Two New Events in its Third Year
SHE Pitch Competition
Celebrate the Strength, Heart, and Equality of Women during SHE Week
Female Entrepreneurs Showcased in SHE Pitch Competition
Women Thriving for SHE Week
AOPA Leader Participates in SHE Week 2021​

INSIGHTS ARTICLES

SHE Week Recap & Reflections
​SHE Week 2021
Announcing the Launch of SHE Pitch

“This helped me connect with other women in our community, to see where I can find my balance, where I can connect in ways that I have never thought that one may need help, but also the biggest way for our community”


SPONSORS

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE:

“The beautiful thing about S.H.E. Week is that it brings it all together. It brings connection, it brings education, it brings new opportunities, it opens people’s eyes to what’s available in their community and gives you the chance to connect with women who care, who want to help move you forward. No matter where someone is at in their journey S.H.E. Week is valuable, personally and professionally.” – Amber Smith, Co-Chair Women in Business Committee


“Hearing other women's stories gives insight and perspective. LOVED the SHE Pitch competition!”

S.H.E Week Committee Members

Dawn Marcoux | Co-Chair
Rachael Pashkevich Koontz, Esq | Co-Chair
Allie Albrecht 
Andrea Artman 
Odette Rivera-Alonso 
Chenee Beach 
Sandy Dubay
Jess El-Zeftawy 
Christine Ferguson
Emily Harlow 
Sarah Harne
Kristin Kaineg
​Karen Kalantzis

Mel Litter 
Lisa Littlefield
Valerie Moore 
Debby Neely 
Leah Perry
Cynthia Richards
Danielle Rizzo
Dory Schoeck
Annette Tinder 
Melissa Vivari 
Laurie Ward 
Kim Wilson ​​

UPCOMING EVENTS

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