Upcoming events from WISE Women’s Business Center
Panel Event: Real-World Wisdom From Successful Business Owners
When: Mon, Apr 13, 2026, 4:30 PM
Location: Zoom
Join us for an engaging online panel discussion featuring successful women small business owners who will share their hard-won insights on managing business finances and building financial resilience.
In this interactive session, our panelists will discuss the financial strategies, tools, and practices that have helped them navigate the challenges of small business ownership. From cash flow management and budgeting to preparing for growth and weathering financial storms, these entrepreneurs will share practical advice drawn from their real-world experiences.
This panel is designed specifically for students in the WISE Accelerate: Financial Management class and WISE clients looking to strengthen their financial management skills. Whether you’re just starting your business journey or seeking to take your enterprise to the next level, you’ll gain actionable insights you can apply immediately.
Session Format (90 minutes):
- Introductions (15 minutes): Meet our panelists and learn about their businesses and entrepreneurial journeys
- Moderated Panel Discussion (45 minutes): Dive deep into financial management strategies, lessons learned, and best practices
- Q&A (25 minutes): Get your specific questions answered by our expert panelists
Panelists:
- Chris Belna, CEO, A La Carte Business Services
- Tamika Otis, CEO, KABOD Consulting Group
- Me’Shae Rolling, President, Rolling Enterprises
- Dana Scherzi, CEO, Scherzi Systems
Please note that if you are already enrolled in the Accelerate Financial Management Course, you do NOT need to register for this session.
After registering, you will receive an email from Eventbrite with a link to access the webinar. Please save this email and be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see it in your email inbox.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Carolyn Tucker at wisecenter@syr.edu to make arrangements.