ELLA - Women's Economic Forum

The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro St. Louis is proud to announce ELLA – Women's Economic Forum, a transformative three-day conference dedicated to empowering female leaders, fostering economic equity, and inspiring the next generation of changemakers. The forum will take place August 14th, 15th & 16th at the St. Charles Convention Center.

This event brings together entrepreneurs, executives, policymakers, home managers, and community leaders for in-depth conversations and actionable strategies surrounding leadership development, business growth, and financial empowerment.

Educational Content Highlights:

Attendees will gain access to a curated lineup of interactive sessions designed to provide knowledge, tools, and inspiration, including:

• Keynote Addresses from trailblazing leaders across sectors

• Panel Discussions on navigating leadership, building intergenerational wealth, and overcoming systemic barriers

• Breakout Sessions offering hands-on training in areas such as:

  • Financial literacy & investing

  • Business development & scaling strategies

  • Personal branding & career advancement

  • Health and wellness for sustained leadership

• Mentorship & Networking sessions designed to foster meaningful, long-lasting connections

Whether you're a corporate executive, small business owner, side-hustler, or managing a household, the ELLA Forum is for you. All sessions are created to support women at every stage of their leadership journey—with real tools for real impact.

Event Agenda

Thursday August 14, 2025
11:00-11:45     Let's get in the vive with a soft stretching YOGA session
1:15-1:30        Welcome Remarks
1:30-2:30        Keynote: The State of the Female Hispanic in St. Louis with Martha Garcia Kampen, President and CEO of HCCSTL
2:45-3:45        Panel - Stories of Resilience and Success
4:00-5:00       BREAK OUT SESSIONS (Attendees chose their own pathway)
                        Option 1: Personal Branding & Executive Presence
                        Option 2: Entrepreneurship Success & Strategies
                        Option 3: Mental Load: Managing Household Resp. & Self-Care
5:15-6:00        FIRESIDE CHAT CONVERSATION
                        Lessons from St. Louis Trailblazers - A conversation with prominent business leaders
6:00-8:00        Welcome Cocktail Reception featuring Sazon Jazz Band