She Owns It She Biz Conference 2024

Returning for its third year, the She Owns It She Biz Conference, created and produced by With an EYE PR, reaffirms its commitment to transforming perceptions and celebrating the achievements of the Black community. As a significant event in Chicago, it fosters unity, excellence, and empowerment among Black women and their allies.Christi Love, the founder and driving force behind this influential conference, is enthusiastic about its return. "I am incredibly thankful to bring this essential conference back for another year, benefiting Black women, Black men, and our broader community as a vehicle for empowerment and inspiration," Love said. "It is a passionate endeavor to unite my sisters, to recognize and celebrate our vast contributions to society and culture."This year, the conference is incredibly proud to introduce the "She's Wisdom" keynote panel, a historic conversation among five esteemed Black women who have shaped Chicago's cultural and social landscapes.

Moderated by Yvette Moyo (2021 LegaSHE Honoree) and includes panelists Dr. Carol Adams (2023 LegaSHE Honoree), Jeanette Foreman (2023 LegaSHE Honoree), Hermene Hartman (2023 HERSTORY Honoree), and Dorothy R. Leavell (2023 HERSTORY Honoree). These influential women, who have lived through the Jim Crow era and contributed significantly—from activism to education and shaping policies alongside Chicago's first Black Mayor Harold Washington—bring a legacy of resilience and change to the conference.

The conference proudly welcomes Moor's Brewing Company as its exclusive We Support Black Women Sponsor, a pioneering black-owned brewery that resonates with its heritage and core values. Honors with She Owns It She Biz ancestor and legacy of Patsy Young, a formerly enslaved woman who gained her freedom and significantly contributed to early American beer crafting through her brewing expertise. In an exciting development, the Chicago Cubs have joined the conference as our exclusive We Believe in Black Women sponsor, aligning with our mission to uplift and support the community. This partnership underscores the widespread recognition and support for the transformative impact of the conference.

The conference also honors living legend Stephanie Hart, founder of Brown Sugar Bakery and the only Black woman-owned chocolate manufacturer in the U.S. Hart, a steadfast supporter of the event, returns to share her journey, who has supported the conference since its inception as the keynote speaker for the first year and returned as a panelist for the second year, will be recognized for her contributions and achievements.

In addition, She Owns It She Biz is proud to announce that NBC, Telemundo, and Chicago News Weekly are media partners, in addition to The Brunch Bunch Radio show and Chicago News Weekly. Ashe Counseling and Coaching, Memoire Skincare, Momentum Coffee, Dream Center, Self Care Spa & Lounge, A&S Beverages, and E & E Mgmt, Inc. are the We Respect Black Women sponsors, marking a significant expansion in their third year as minority-owned businesses almost completely sponsor the conference.This year, the conference is introducing a new award: it will recognize a Black man who has significantly contributed to advancing the interests of Black women.

Join us for two days of empowerment, education, networking, and celebration at the She Owns It She Biz Conference as we continue to build and celebrate Black women's legacy in the community.

About the She Owns It She Biz Conference: Established by With an Eye PR, the She Owns It She Biz Conference is an annual celebration designed to empower, connect, and uplift black women and allies. It is produced by and for Black women, supported by Black men, and everyone is welcome. The event offers panels, workshops, and networking opportunities as a vital resource for personal and professional growth.