The Influence Exchange – Fireside Conversations

Join Women Who Influence for The Influence Exchange – Fireside Conversations, an intimate evening dedicated to empowering 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 small businesses. Attendees will engage in candid discussions with accomplished leaders, discover practical tools to expand their influence, and connect with professionals committed to mentorship, collaboration, and systemic change.

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

Panel Discussion: Driving Influence & Economic Impact

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

• Latosha Herron Bruff, Senior Vice President of Opportunity & Impact at the Dallas Regional Chamber – Entrepreneur driving innovation and community impact
• Thana Hickman – Founder & CEO, Viola’s House – Expert in scaling women-led businesses
• VR Small – Founder & CEO, Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center (VWEC) – Advocate for investment in women entrepreneurs
• Tina O’Banion – Founder & CEO, The Financial Office – Expert in financial literacy, business structure, and sustainable financial practices

Topics Include

Expanding access to resources, mentorship, and networks for small and women-owned businesses

Building strong financial foundations: literacy, structure, and systems to support growth (Tina)

Scaling strategies for women-led organizations (Thana)

Community investment driving systemic change (VR)

Leadership insights from women shaping corporate and entrepreneurial landscapes (Latosha + all)

What to Expect

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

Who Should Attend

Entrepreneurs, business owners, creatives, community leaders, civic advocates, and anyone, women and men committed to driving small business growth, advancing equity, and elevating leadership in our region.

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

Hosted by: Women Who Influence – Listening Campaign