Women In Wealth

WOMEN IN WEALTH SERIES

Women’s History Month Panel at The Ion

Join us on March 12 at The Ion Houston for a high-impact panel featuring leaders who have invested in, raised, and structured millions in venture capital, private markets, and high-growth innovation.

This conversation brings together expertise in venture capital, mergers & acquisitions, AI-driven innovation, and ownership strategy — delivering real insight into how women can participate more strategically in today’s capital economy.

Presented by Alpha Woman Association and Murphy Business Sales – West Houston, this panel explores modern pathways to ownership, capital access, and long-term wealth creation.

Founder & Chair, Alpha Woman Association

Shavée Ho leads Alpha Woman Association (AWA), a nonprofit business accelerator advancing women through education, funding pathways, and strategic partnerships. With over 15 years in branding, marketing, and executive presence, she builds platforms that connect leaders, investors, and institutions to drive measurable economic impact.
Panelist

M&A Advisor | Venture Capital Fund Manager
Managing Director, Urban Capital Network
CEO, Murphy Business – West Houston

Lenny Saizan advises business owners on growth, exits, and reinvestment strategy. As founder of the Legacy Maximizer System™, he integrates M&A advisory, private investing, and wealth structuring to help entrepreneurs maximize enterprise value and build generational wealth.

Lenny Saizan - Bio October 2025…

Co-Founder & Chief Experience Officer, Ema

Karishma Patel co-founded Ema, the first AI platform built specifically to improve women’s health and well-being. She leads product and brand strategy, transforming complex health data into emotionally intelligent, trusted technology. Built on over 10 million real-world conversations, Ema represents the future of ethical, women-centered AI innovation.

• Insight into business acquisition as a growth strategy
• Understanding of capital structuring and investor readiness
• Exposure to venture capital and private market opportunities
• Perspective on AI innovation and women’s health investment trends
• Strategic thinking around exits and long-term ownership

This panel is designed for entrepreneurs, founders, professionals, and emerging investors ready to engage with capital at a higher level.

Thursday, March 12, 2026
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM CT
The Ion – Forum Stairs
4201 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002

Registration required. Limited seating available.

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