"The last thing I needed in my life was another business seminar! Over the last 3 years since I started my business, I have taken at least 5,000 classes, seminars and workshops. Okay, I may be exaggerating just a little, but I really have been saturated with "good advice" and the like.

When I read about the Women's Small Business Expo though I knew I had to go. I signed up purely guided by my intuition.

On the first night Linda Hollander, the founder of the Women's Small Business Expo, stood up and told us this was going to be different, unlike anything we'd ever experienced. Well, my skeptical mind was really awake then.

By the end of that evening I was a believer. I was blown away by the first speaker, Linda Clemons, and I was never disappointed the whole weekend. I learned how to "network" authentically and effectively and most surprisingly, joyously. I learned a lot about the Internet, marketing, media and more. Most of all though was the amazing support for the learning and for each of us in that room.

The support did not end with the expo. I have made lasting connections with other like-minded entrepreneurs and we are continuing to support and cheer each other on to success.

Thank you Linda for giving me an experience that has helped me enormously with my business and a weekend that was great fun as well!"

-Kat Kehres, Queen of Hearts

"I feel like I have 10 million atoms of energy and I know that I'm unstoppable."

-Mira Gandy, She She Design Group

She She Design Group

Sally Peoples

Pure and Simple

"This has been the most dynamic meeting of people. It has changed my business life. I made 2 of the most important contacts for things that were missing in my business. We're at a pivotal point and our business is finally ready to move to the next level. Thank you Linda Hollander. Thank you Women's Small Business Expo."

-Sally Peoples, Pure and Simple

"I was unsure about a women's event. Happily, I found that the Women's Small Business Expo was all about relationships. You can learn from new entrepreneurs as well as extremely successful people who've developed multi-million dolIar businesses. I have made friendships that will last a lifetime."

-Genevieve Peters, Peters Procedures

"I left the Women's Small Business Expo with this tremendous feeling that I could change the world."

-Kathryn Stults, High School Student

"Because of this expo, I have been given a new life."

-Rose McNutt

"I have an acupuncture business, but that's only part of what I want to do. Somewhere along the way, I lost a dream which I reclaimed at the Women's Small Business Expo.

My new dream is to be a public speaker and I'm going for it!"

-Patti Carey, Desert Longevity Institute

"I put together events and I can tell you that this event is one of the most fabulous events I've ever been to. There are incredible women here who are making a difference and coming from the heart. They really care about who you are and what you do. This is a must for everyone!"

-Judy Foster, Shared Vision Network

"Thank you for sharing your vision and creating a space for all of us to come, to learn, to grow and to connect. Thank you for such humble, honorable and inspired leadership!"

-Shawn Moore, Baroness Builders

Gloria Park, GloToy

Suki Low, Soul Scrolls

"The most marvelous thing happened to me. By coincidence, I saw a woman the first night that looked familiar. We both came up to each other and said, “Don't I know you?” We remembered that we were best friends in college 16 years ago. We live close to each other and will definitely form a success team and keep in touch. The Women's Small Business Expo is great for making new friends as well as connecting with old friends."

-Gloria Park, GloToyProductions.com and Suki Low, Soul Scrolls

"I got 2 years worth of coaching in the 2 1/2 day sessions. The seminars were about specifics, not just generalities. I learned how to develop a better web site, media branding, conscious marketing, and how to network and build teams with other women. I loved every minute and I'm looking forward to the next one."

-Elinor Stuts, Smooth Sale

Courtney Pepper

Messages Waiting

"As an exhibitor, I met 6 new clients. I can't wait for the next Women's Small Business Expo!"

-Courtney Pepper, Messages Waiting

"After returning from the Women's Small Business Expo, I was able to get a great new client from a large corporation that will significantly grow my business. The turnaround time from my presentation to making the sale so quick I was blown away. This was the ideal client I want to work with. Thank you for giving me the skills to make this happen."

-Barbara Heyn, Atticus Consulting

Barbara Heyn

Atticus Consulting

"This is by far the best event for women in business we have ever attended. To be in the room of such incredible and powerful women is so empowering. We are blown away. Just keep doing it!"

-Sheryl Allen and Catherine Foster, Terrific Me

Kelly O'Neil

Journey Avenue

"Linda, bravo on the inaugural Women in Small Business Expo! As an exhibitor I met 8 new clients at and spoke with hundreds of amazing women. The business I generated more than paid for the cost of the show including the travel costs. As a participant, the speakers were inspiring. However, the real value for me is that I left with several amazing new relationships with really inspiring and intelligent women that will last a lifetime. I will definitely be back!"

-Kelly O'Neil, Journey Avenue

"Women need to know they are not alone in their dreams. My deepest thanks to you for planning this event and having the courage to put on this wonderful empowerment event."

-Jordan Mercedes, The Art of Rest

"I learned so much valuable information. My life will never be the same and I couldn't be happier. Thank you, thank you thank you!"

-Michelle Pauley, MyPlusLife.com