ELLA - Empowerment, Leadership, Legacy, Amplify
The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro St. Louis is proud to announce ELLA – Empowerment, Leadership, Legacy, Amplify, a transformative three-day conference dedicated to empowering female leaders, fostering economic equity, and inspiring the next generation of changemakers. The forum will take place August 14th, 15th & 16th at the St. Charles Convention Center.
This event brings together entrepreneurs, executives, policymakers, home managers, and community leaders for in-depth conversations and actionable strategies surrounding leadership development, business growth, and financial empowerment.
Educational Content Highlights:
Attendees will gain access to a curated lineup of interactive sessions designed to provide knowledge, tools, and inspiration, including:
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Keynote Addresses from trailblazing leaders across sectors
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Panel Discussions on navigating leadership, building intergenerational wealth, and overcoming systemic barriers
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Breakout Sessions offering hands-on training in areas such as:
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Financial literacy & investing
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Business development & scaling strategies
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Personal branding & career advancement
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Health and wellness for sustained leadership
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Mentorship & Networking sessions designed to foster meaningful, long-lasting connections
Whether you're a corporate executive, small business owner, side-hustler, or managing a household, the ELLA Forum is for you. All sessions are created to support women at every stage of their leadership journey—with real tools for real impact.
HER Mercado: A Marketplace for Empowerment
The forum will spotlight HER Mercado, a vibrant, open-to-the-public market celebrating women-owned businesses.
HER Mercado provides:
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A platform to showcase and sell products/services
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An opportunity to gain brand exposure
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A space to connect with new clients and expand your network
HER Mercado is more than a marketplace—it’s an economic empowerment engine and a celebration of Latina creativity and entrepreneurship.

Date and Time
Thursday Aug 14, 2025 Saturday Aug 16, 2025
First floor Her Mercadito (Market) FREE & Open to the Public from
1pm-6pm Thursday August 14
10am - 6pm Friday August 15
10am-6pm Saturday August 16
Location
St. Charles Convention Center
1 Convention Center Plaza
St. Charles MO 63303
Fees/Admission
HER Mercadito Booth
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Contact Information
Monica M Santamaria
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