2025 Chatham Women’s ExchangeNovember 11 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Splendour Estate, Siler City
The Chatham Chamber, in partnership with PWCOC, invites you to a day of connection, inspiration, and empowerment at the 2025 Chatham Women’s Exchange. This dynamic event brings together women from across the region to share ideas, build relationships, and celebrate leadership in business and community.
Enjoy inspiring keynote speakers, interactive table discussions, networking over a lunch from Nora Anaya and her team at Ta Contento, and time to shop local vendors. Whether you’re a professional, entrepreneur, or community leader, this event offers meaningful opportunities to learn, collaborate, and grow alongside like-minded women.
Tickets: $79 members ($69 early bird) | $99 nonmembers ($89 early bird)Vendor Tables: $125 (includes one ticket and sponsor recognition)
The Chatham Women's Exchange is Presented By:
With Silver Sponsor: Swag Bag Sponsor: Lunch Provide By:
Jean MacDonald, Business Brewing
Jean MacDonald, DTM, is a communication strategist, business developer, and inspirational speaker known as The Queen of Connections. As the founder of Business Brewing, she helps professionals and organizations grow through authentic communication, leadership, and confidence. Her keynote, “Be Unshakeable: The Courage to Risk, Relate, and Rise,” inspires audiences to embrace courage, build meaningful relationships, and dream big.
Jes Averhart is a 4th generation entrepreneur, creator of Reinvention Road Trip® and 3x award-winning author. As the CEO and principal consultant of Jes & Co, she advises high-performing individuals and corporate teams as a master certified life coach and professional leadership advisor.
Over the last two decades, Jes has worked with a portfolio of Fortune 500 companies, public sector organizations and high-performing individuals interested in increased personal growth and greater professional impact. Her 20 years of cross-industry corporate engagement means she’s worked with Amazon, Palo Alto Networks, The Kroger Company, Google for Startups, Microsoft, Cisco, North Carolina Advocates of Justice and Blue Cross Blue Shield, just to name a few.
Sharon A. Hill brings the polish of corporate America to audiences worldwide. With an MBA and over two decades of experience as a development and marketing manager at Fortune 500 powerhouse IBM, Sharon knows what it takes to succeed in today's competitive business landscape.
As founder and president of Sharon Hill International, she combines her corporate expertise with certified training from the American Business Etiquette Trainers Association to deliver transformative speaking experiences. Her unique approach weaves together business etiquette, workplace diversity, and organizational behavior insights from her MBA research.
Sharon has become a sought-after authority on American business etiquette, empowering companies, universities, professional associations, and individuals to navigate the modern workplace with confidence and grace. Whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder or building your own empire, Sharon's practical wisdom helps you make every impression count.
Table Topics In addition to our keynote speakers and casual networking opportunities, there will be the opportunity to engage with attendees through "table topic" conversations led by key industry leaders which include:
Erica SingletonMaking the Connection StickLearn how to turn quick introductions into lasting professional connections.
Lisa BrownBusy Is Not a Badge of HonorRedefine success, ditch burnout, and find balance that feels powerful and peaceful.
Jennifer HalloranStuck in the Middle with YouNavigate caring for parents and kids with empathy, balance, and self-care.
Hallie ThompsonDesign ConfidenceUse your personal style to tell your story and project confidence.
Jessica BryanMindful Pages: The Write Way to Well-BeingDiscover how journaling supports mindfulness, calm, and clarity.
Rebecca HankinsStrong Women, Strong CommunitiesCelebrate women driving community change through storytelling and connection.
Tanya ManessYour Future, Your FinancesBuild confidence and clarity in your finances at every stage of life.
Theresa RobinsonAI Isn’t Coming for Your Job—It’s Coming for Your To-Do ListLet AI handle the busywork so you can focus on what matters most.
Roz TyburskiYou Can’t Think Your Way Out of StressReduce stress by listening to your body’s wisdom—not just your thoughts.
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Vendors Include: Advanced Dental Associates, IncBradley Blue VintageBroadway HempBooks by Jessica BryanBusiness BrewingConfections CreationsEverybody Needs a NurseMeez DesignsPelham Admissions EdgePrecious Bunnies by P&BScooter Goose ProductionsSo Worth It - Kathy SimmersSTSS, Inc.TLC Professional Relocation ServicesThe Only Soap
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