1. Women-Owned Business Showcase and Exhibitors
WES AWARD NOMINEES
Woman Entrepreneur of the Year
Dianna Devore, Dianna Devore, LLC dba De-
sign Fabrication and Lady Di Properties, LLC
Sandy Higgins, The Crackerjack Shack, LLC
Karen Olsen, Misouri Storm Shelters, Inc.
Woman-Owned Start-Up of the Year
Emily Crites, Amelia Madden Bra Shoppe
Haden Long, Ellecor Design & Gifts
A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR
WES Award Judges
Carrie Brown, CPA, Elliot, Robinson &
Company, LLP
Dr. Michele Granger, Professor of Entre-
preneurship at Missouri State University
Jerry Myers, Co-owner, VR Business Sales
The Association for Women in
Communications
Bodacious Cases
Catherine Johns,
Show Up & Shine
ColeCreative, LLC
Crackerjack Shack
Creative Foundry
Edward Jones
Gracious Occasions
Great American Titile Insurance
Isagenix Health and Wellness
Matilda Jane Clothing
Melaluca
Mica Beauty Cosmetics
MSB&T Development Centers
Penmac
Scentsy
SCORE
Small Business Majority
Spencer Fane
Springfield Area Chamber of
Commerce
Springfield Law Group, LLC
Stella & Dot
Strategic Financial
Concepts, Inc.
Thirty-One
Uncommon Confections
US Bank
York & Hopp CPA’s, LLC
Your Marketing Mix
Woman Entreprenuer of the Year
2014
Jennifer Wilson, nForm Architecture
2013
Peggy Barton, Great American
Title Insurance Agency
Woman-Owned Start-Up of the Year
2014
Kas Glegg, Hurts Donut Company
2013
Christine Daues, Granolove
PAST AWARD WINNERS

2. 8:30AM Introduction
Weston Kissee, financial advisor and regional director with Edward Jones, presenting
sponsor of WES.
8:45AM Breakfast Keynote Speaker
Catherine Johns, Show Up & Shine: Simple Steps to Boost Your Confidence & Charisma -
A conversation with Catherine
9:30AM Break
9:45AM When Your Partner is Your Husband - Innovative Partnerships
Moderated by Catherine Johns
Joan and Gary Whitaker, 417 Magazine
Hannah and Paul Catlett, Studio 417 Salon, 417 Blow Dry Bar, and Hudson Hawk Barber
& Shop
Jennifer and Brad Feuerbacher, Brown Derby International Wine Center and Derby Deli
“A day at work wouldn’t be complete without a kiss and a debate with my husband.” Hannah Catlett
10:35AM Break
10:50AM Social Media Panel - Skills & advice for retailers, online businesses, & professional
services. Listen to their stories and ask your questions.
Emily Crites, Amelia Madden
Claire Faucett, engage5w
Molly Riddle, Project Manager, Mostly Serious.io
11:50AM Break
12:00PM Lunch & Keynote Speakers - Mixing Friendship and Business
Rita Baron, Developer and Principal of Baron Design and Associates, LLC
Terry Reynolds, Owner/Partner/Manager of C. Arch Bay Co.
“I’m ready to jump and Terry says - OK, let’s think about this.” Rita Baron
1:15PM WES Awards-Presented by Peggy Barton
1:30PM Edward Jones After Party - Enjoy dessert, tea, and wine with a book signing by
Catherine Johns AND learn more about the Edward Jones business model, culture, and
entrepreneurial spirit that are designed to help you succeed. O’Reilly Banquet Room.
Desserts provided by women-owned businesses: Uncommon Confections, Date Lady, & Elle’s Patisserie
Session Descriptions