Highlights from the 2024 Take Flight Business Conference and PropelHER Pitch Competition
GET READY TO TAKE FLIGHT!
Mark your calendar for May 15, 2025, and join us at Seminole State College for an unforgettable day of inspiration, empowerment, and transformation at Central Florida’s premier women’s business conference.
Be Inspired: Experience the excitement as dynamic women entrepreneurs take the stage in the PropelHER Pitch Competition, showcasing bold ideas and vying for incredible prizes.
Be Motivated: Gain powerful insights and inspiration from our keynote speaker—a true trailblazer with a story that will energize your entrepreneurial spirit.
Be Educated: Participate in engaging sessions packed with actionable strategies on leadership, business growth, and overcoming the unique challenges faced by women business owners.
This isn’t just another conference—it’s your opportunity to step out of the grind of working “in” your business and embrace a fresh mindset to start working “on” your business. Get ready to learn, connect, and leave with the tools you need to take your business to the next level.
Let’s Take Flight—Together!
The PropelHER Pitch Competition, a signature annual event hosted by NAWBO Orlando, offers an incredible platform for women business owners to showcase their ventures or innovative business concepts. Participants compete for up to $3,000 in cash prizes, along with invaluable services such as legal advice, marketing strategies, HR and administrative support, PR exposure, and more—all designed to propel their businesses to new heights. This dynamic competition invites Florida women entrepreneurs from all industries to step into the spotlight and see if they have what it takes to deliver a winning pitch!
Participants will compete in three categories: Established: in business a minimum of two years with revenue between $100,000 and $500,000; Emerging: Business or business concept must include a product or service that has the ability to scale and grow with the market potential identified; and new this year NextGen (ages 16-25): This category recognizes high school students, college students, and recent graduates with bold ideas and ventures that demonstrate potential for growth and impact.
