SHEroes 2025 was a truly unforgettable event. Completely SOLD OUT and filled with inspiration, empowerment, and meaningful connections.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who made this event possible:
Sponsors & Partners – We couldn’t have done this without you! A heartfelt thank you to Howard Ho of Wells Fargo (Platinum Sponsor), Anjali “Ann” Ramakumaran of Ampcus Inc (Platinum Sponsor), Justine Pangallo of Southwest Gas Corporation (Bronze Sponsor), Monica O’Reilly of Milaan Foundation (Sponsor & Marketplace Partner), and Lauren Albright of Madison Reed (Jewel Sponsor) for your generous support.
Attendees & Supporters – You brought the energy, ideas, and passion that made the day so impactful! Some of you even flew in to be part of this celebration.
Speakers & Panelists – Your insights and leadership were nothing short of inspiring. Special thanks to Keynote Speaker Elena Shao (NVIDIA), Shelley Golden -Professional Presence / Image Consultant, and our powerhouse panelists Linda Chuan (Box), Maria Jimenez, CCWP (Sony Interactive Entertainment), Jamhali Portus (Netapp), and Sue Marcus (Randstad Sourceright) for sharing their expertise on innovation and leadership.
WISE Got Talent Presenters – Nikky Do, Victoria Bracha, and Jeanie Colclough, (CIS)- Thank you for sharing your incredible stories and businesses with us. You truly inspired the room!
Trailblazer Awardees – Neelam Prasad (Wells Fargo), Nicole Rodrigues (NRPR Group, Inc), and Christina Bui (Robert Half). Your contributions to community, corporate leadership, and entrepreneurship continue to break barriers and inspire us all!
Thank you to Priyanka Chary for a mesmerizing Veena performance and Gowtham Nagarathinam for an electrifying Bachata performance!
Entrepreneur Marketplace Vendors – Your trust in this event means everything. Seeing you showcase your incredible businesses was a highlight! Shoutout to Truewin, Riveting Trips – Active Luxury Travel Design, Shelley Golden, Nokki Farm, Milaan Foundation, Madison Reed, Minuteman Press, Yuen Meet, VB Fine Chocolates, EPG Group, Frankie & Brody, Mirapath, Inc., Trilyon, Inc., CMIT Solutions.
Behind the Scenes Heroes – Huge thanks to Abigail D. – virtual coordinator, suppliers, Plug and Play Tech Center, USPAACC WISE, and USPAACC West for all the coordination, logistics, and last-minute magic to bring this to life!
And of course, a big round of applause goes to USPAACC National President and CEO, Susan Allen for her support, USPAACC-West President – Maitjian Welke, Members Denise Ang, and Ankit Shah, USPAACC WISE Co-Chairs – Doris Li Yeh, Carolyn Joshua, and the entire USPAACC WISE and USPAACC WEST team for making SHEroes 2025 a reality.
This event was a powerful reminder that when women uplift women, incredible things happen!