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ABOUT ROAR 2025
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We are proud to share that the 2025 ROAR Women's Symposium will be held on
Friday, March 28, 2025 at the Alliance Convention Center in Burlington.
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WHY ROAR?
Here, we celebrate women — the doers, the dreamers, the changemakers, and world-shakers. Featuring a networking session, panel discussions, and dynamic speakers, the Women’s Symposium connects and empowers women of all walks of life to share their stories, build their networks, and unlock their potential. Your This symposium is the perfect opportunity to grow with, learn from, and become inspired by women inside and outside of your field.
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DIETARY RESTRICTIONS.
All attendees will be served a light continental breakfast and lunch buffet. If you have any dietary needs (i.e, allergies, restrictions), please notify the Chamber through email.
ROAR EMAIL ADDRESS:
2025 THEME: "What's Next?"
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This year’s ROAR Women's Symposium will center around the theme of life-altering moments when we are forced to confront the question: "What's next?" These moments often arise from unexpected challenges, major transitions, or profound shifts that require reflection and decision-making. The symposium will explore how women navigate these pivotal times, examining the choices they make, the resilience they cultivate, and the paths they take toward personal growth and professional empowerment. Through storytelling and discussions, the event will aim to provide insight into how women can confidently embrace uncertainty and move forward in times of change.
SPEAKERS
MEET OUR 2025 LINEUP
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Keynote Speaker
Casey Steinbacher
FOUNDER, FINDING NEXT, LLC
Casey Steinbacher, Founder of Casey’s Company, is a national expert in urban innovation strategies, specializing in place-based talent recruitment. She developed the strategy that helped transform downtown Durham, which CNN called the "startup capital of the South."
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Before founding her company, Casey served as President and CEO of the Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce, where she led the city to over $5 billion in new investment and the creation of more than 20,000 jobs. Durham’s entrepreneurial ecosystem flourished under her leadership, earning global recognition, including an award at the 2013 World Chambers Congress in Doha, Qatar.
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With 27 years in economic development, she has also led Chambers in Pennsylvania and Florida. Casey serves on multiple boards, including the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives Foundation. She regularly speaks on topics such as talent recruitment, urban re-imaging, entrepreneurial ecosystems, and women in leadership.
Tyronna Hooker
Vice President of Education Programs,
Impact Alamance
Tyronna Hooker is an educator, nonprofit leader, and advocate for equitable educational opportunities. With a background in education, nonprofit management, and criminal justice, she has dedicated her career to creating systemic change in public education. Tyronna began her teaching career in the Alamance-Burlington School System and was named North Carolina Teacher of the Year in 2011 for her innovative practices.
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She has held leadership roles, including Senior Managing Director for Teach for America in Eastern North Carolina and Teaching Fellows Director at North Carolina Central University. As Executive Director of Alamance Achieves, she launched initiatives to improve student outcomes through early childhood education, parent engagement, and community partnerships.
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Currently, Tyronna serves as Vice President of Programs at Impact Alamance, where she focuses on K-12 education, youth wellness, and mental health support. She is actively involved in various boards, including the Little Pink Houses of Hope and Alamance County YMCA. Tyronna advocates for policies that ensure all children have access to quality education.
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Opening Speaker
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Jeanine Patten-Coble
Founder & President, Little Pink Houses of Hope
Jeanine Patten-Coble is the founder and president of Little Pink Houses of Hope, an organization dedicated to supporting breast cancer families with nurturing, supportive retreats during their most challenging times. Her unwavering commitment to empowering those affected by breast cancer has not only transformed lives but also garnered national recognition. For her impactful work, she has been named a CNN Hero and has been celebrated in major magazines such as People, Self, and Southern Living and has been featured on national television outlets including the Tamron Hall Show and Lifetime TV.
In addition to her nonprofit leadership, Jeanine is also an accomplished author, sharing her journey of hope, resilience, and empowerment with a broad audience in her book, Struck by Hope. Her dynamic approach to advocacy and storytelling continues to inspire communities everywhere. She is proud to represent Alamance County in her work across the globe.
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Panel Discussion
"From then, to now, to what's next"
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Moderated by: Tammy Myrick
TRM CONSULTING GROUP
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This year's panel discussion moderated by Tammy Myrick of TRM Consulting Group, and will explore the journeys of women navigating various industries and career levels. The panel will highlight their experiences with uncertainty, decision-making, and personal growth. Lillia Diez, the first female technician at Cox Dodge, will share how she broke barriers in the automotive industry and embraced every opportunity for growth. Jennifer Strawley, Director of Athletics at Elon University, will discuss her path to leadership in collegiate athletics, Jeané Powers, Vice President of Construction Operations at Bobbitt, will share about her two-decade journey construction industry and the importance of mentorship. Keisha Enoch will reflect on her career shift from the medical field to a Detention Officer role, balancing personal commitments with professional change and advocating for her indigenous heritage. This powerful conversation will showcase how embracing change and making thoughtful decisions can lead to both personal and professional growth.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to hear from these inspiring women!
Lillia Diez
Jenn Strawley
Jeané Powers
KESHIA ENOCH
STUDENT, ALAMANCE COMMUNITY COLLEGE & AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN, COX DODGE
DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS,
ELON UNIVERSITY
VICE PRESIDENT OF CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS, BOBBITT
INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY
ORGANIZER & FARMER'S WIFE,
ENOCH FARM
2025 AGENDA
FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2025
7:30am
Attendee Check-In Begins
Vendor Marketplace Opens
8:45am
Welcome / Symposium Kick Off
9:00am
Opening Keynote: Tyronna Hooker
9:30am
Opening Keynote 2: Jeanine Patten-Coble
10:15am
Vendor Break
11:00am
Panel Discussion
12:00pm
Lunch
1:00pm
Closing Keynote: Casey Steinbacher
2:00pm
Closing Remarks
3:00pm
Event Concludes
VENUE
1214 Turrentine St.
Burlington, NC 27215
The Prosperity Hall of the Alliance Convention Center is home to this year's Women's Symposium. This convention center offers 13,000 square feet of space, which can accommodate more than 900 guests.
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To offer an enhanced marketplace for vendors to display resources, sell products, and interact with attendees, vendors will be setup in the Inspiration Hall directly next to Prosperity Hall.
SPONSORS
SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY
Presenting Sponsor
Event Partner
Event Champion
Marketing Partner
Hospitality Sponsor
Stage Sponsor
Technology Access Sponsor​
Convergence Technologies​
Photobooth Sponsor​
Always Best Care Senior Services
​​Photography Sponsor
Katie Smith Photography
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Event Advocates:
Cone Health
Kernodle Clinic
Impact Alamance
Eithiel Estes: Double E Realty
Pepper Moon Catering
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Supporting Sponsors:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NC Manufacturing
Clover Garden School
Diagnostic Radiology & Imaging (DRI)
Elon University
Small Business Center at ACC
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Corporate Sponsors
Alamance Community College
Bobbitt
Episode 11 Productions
First Bank
First National Bank
Gilliam Bell Moser, LLP
Glen Raven, Inc.
Hampton Inn / Tru by Hilton
Labcorp
Maverick Radio
Prime Personnel Resources, Inc.
Samet Corporation
Truist
Truliant Federal Credit Union
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COMMITTEE MEMBERS
PLANNING THE DETAILS
2025 COMMITTEE CHAIR:
Anna Hicks, Glen Raven, Inc.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Emily Denisar, Bobbitt Construction
Allison Gant, The Blue Ridge Institute
Tracey Grayzer, Impact Alamance
Reagan C. Gural, Alamance Chamber
Angie Hall, Ancora Wealth Partners
Sarah Hardin, Alamance Community College
Kelly McKinney, Elon University
Nikki Ratliff, Burlington Housing Authority
Kelly Roberts, Alamance Chamber
Lori Seiler, Seiler Services, Inc.
Kristin Simon, Cone Health
VENDOR MARKETPLACE
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Vendor application window is closed.
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Alamance Arts
Alamance Community College Workforce & Economic Development
Anchor Travel Experts
AuthoraCare Collective
Benevolence Farms
Deetox Skin & Laser
Eithiel Estes: Elm Realty (Event Advocate)
Elon University Graduate Admissions
European Wax Center
Eyemart Express
Farmer's Fab Fashions (Paparazzi)
Griswold Home Care
Hawaii Fluid Art Burlington
ISI Elite Training
It’s All Good Southern Kitchen
John Rivers
Katie Smith Photography
Kernodle Clinic
Knot Your Average Events
Leslie Fields Homes
Life Impulse Chiropractic
Linked by Faith
Little Pink Houses of Hope
Lush by Ashley Westcott
Mary Lopez Carter World
MVP Video & Promotions
Pink Lola
Poppy Willow & Co
Renewal by Andersen
SHAPE'd Lash and Brow
Simply Massage & Wellness
The Animal Park at the Conservators Center
The Guardians Gift
The Maverick Radio
The Salvation Army Alamance County
Thrifty Office Furniture
Upside Aerial Arts & Fitness
Women's Resource Center
RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS ACTIVITY
Providing equal, affordable access to menstrual hygiene products for all.
We will be collecting items for the Period Project as our 2024 responsible business activity. The need of these supplies for girls in our local school system is high, and the impact of your donation is great. Below you will find a list of items that will be collected at the ROAR event. We encourage all attendees to bring as many items as you like.
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Menstrual Pads (Please ensure these are menstrual pads and are NOT designed for incontinence. Items need to be in packaging that states individual wrapped.)
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Underwear Liners
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Tampons
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Boxes of Ziplock Bags (Quart sized)