About this Event
Grounded & Growing: Taking the First Step
Women’s Entrepreneur & Leadership Group
Have you ever dreamed about starting a business—but wondered if the risk is really worth it?
Maybe you have the idea. Maybe you’ve even made the plan. But fear, finances, uncertainty, or simply not knowing where to begin keeps you from taking that first step.
On Wednesday, October 7th, Grounded & Growing’s Women’s Entrepreneur & Leadership Group is bringing together three local women entrepreneurs for a real, open conversation about what it actually takes to build a business.
TAKING THE FIRST STEP
Owning a Business: The Risks, The Obstacles & The Rewards
Our panelists will share the parts of entrepreneurship that aren’t always shown on social media—the fear, financial risks, sacrifices, mistakes, unexpected obstacles, lessons learned, and the rewards that made it all worthwhile.
Hear from:
Alma Ornelas — The Best Taquito
Kelly Hernandez — Kelly’s Dream Brows Beauty & Academy
Elizabeth Carpenter — Long Realty Agency
We’ll talk about taking that initial leap, overcoming fear and self-doubt, navigating setbacks, balancing business and life, learning from mistakes, and one of the biggest questions of all:
Knowing everything they know now… would they do it again? Is it worth it?
Whether you’re already an entrepreneur, stepping into leadership, building something new, or sitting on an idea you’re afraid to pursue, there’s a seat for you in this conversation.
📅 Wednesday, October 7, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM Doors Open 5:15PM
📍 The Kress | Yuma, Arizona
Come connect. Learn. Be inspired. Grow.
Because sometimes the hardest part of building something incredible is simply having the courage to take the first step.
Agenda
🕑: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Women's Panel
Event venue & nearby stays
The Kress Ultra Lounge, 284 South Main Street, Yuma, United States
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