SUMMIT SPEAKERS
The Develop HER Women’s Summit features local visionaries and leaders who will share their expertise on a wide range of subjects — all focused on galvanizing women to elevate Memphis.
2023 KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Dr. Deshauna Barber
Dr. Deshauna Barber is a former Miss USA, women’s rights advocate, award-winning international speaker, coach, and entrepreneur with a bold approach to inspiring and encouraging her audience.
Dr. Barber currently works full time as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Service Women's Action Network, the nation's leading 501c3 nonprofit organization advocating on behalf of all servicewomen and women veterans in the country.
2023 OPENING SPEAKER
Luncheon Panel
Women in business: creating a new glass ceiling
Top Memphis women executives across diverse industries will share and discuss strategies to achieve success.
JoanN Massey
PANEL MODERATOR
VP of Operations for the Memphis and Shelby County Economic Development Growth Engine
Founder and Principal of Lewis Massey Associates, LLC
Kontji Anthony
CEO and Co-founder of Youdle
Mary Olds
Vice President of Strategic Relations
YMCA of Memphis and the Mid-South
Co-owner of Muggins Coffeehouse
