The Influence Exchange – Fireside Conversations

Join Women Who Influence for The Influence Exchange – Fireside Conversations, an intimate evening dedicated to empowering women leaders and entrepreneurs across Dallas-Fort Worth.

This fireside conversation is part of our Listening Campaign, designed to amplify voices, share stories, and explore strategies that drive economic growth for women-owned businesses. Attendees will engage in candid discussions with accomplished women leaders, discover practical tools to expand their influence, and connect with like-minded professionals committed to mentorship, collaboration, and systemic change.

This event will also bring together city officials, policy advocates, corporate leaders, and community champions, creating a unique opportunity to shape the future of women’s entrepreneurship in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Our featured panel brings together high-profile women shaping business, finance, and civic engagement in Dallas:

• Latosha Herron-Bruff – Senior VP, Dallas Regional Chamber – Entrepreneur driving innovation and community impact
• Thana Hickman-Simmons – Founder, Viola’s House – Expert in scaling women-led businesses
• VR – Founder & CEO, Veteran Women Center – Advocate for investment in women entrepreneurs
• Tina O’Banion – Founder, The Financial Office – Expert in financial literacy, business structure, and sustainable financial practices

• Expanding access to resources, mentorship, and networks for women-owned businesses
• Building strong financial foundations: literacy, structure, and systems to support growth (Tina)
• Scaling strategies for women-led organizations (Thana)
• Policy and community investment driving systemic change (VR)
• Leadership insights from women shaping corporate and entrepreneurial landscapes (Latosha + all)

• Authentic dialogue with women shaping business, creative, and civic landscapes
• Insights into financial strategies, business structures, and resources for women-owned businesses
• Networking with a powerful community of professionals, entrepreneurs, and policy leaders
• Opportunities to connect with high-profile champions of women’s entrepreneurship
• A preview of the Women Who Influence Summit: Where Ambition Meets Culture, happening May 2, 2026

Entrepreneurs, business owners, creatives, community leaders, civic advocates, and anyone passionate about economic empowerment, small business growth, and elevating women in leadership.

Seats are limited to maintain an intimate, interactive environment—register early to secure your spot!

Hosted by: Women Who Influence – Listening Campaign

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Dallas Theater Center, 2400 Flora Street, Dallas, United States