BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:America/New_York X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/New_York BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1916@aboveboardchamber.com DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T130000 DTSTAMP:20250528T002958Z URL:https://www.aboveboardchamber.com/events/naples-lessons-from-the-top-h ow-great-entrepreneurs-built-their-success/ SUMMARY:Naples: Lessons from the Top: How Great Entrepreneurs Built Their S uccess! DESCRIPTION:In the month of June the Above Board Chamber events/meetings wi ll \; shines a light on the real-world journeys of some of Southwest F lorida’s most accomplished entrepreneurs and business leaders. This dyna mic discussion will uncover how each panelist turned early obstacles into opportunities\, made bold decisions to grow their companies\, and stayed t rue to their mission while adapting to change. You'll walk away with pract ical insights\, inspiration\, and tools to elevate your own business or pr ofessional path.\n\nNaples: Lessons from the Top: How Great Entrepreneurs Built Their Success!\n\nMonday\, June 9th \; at the Hilton Naples  \;\nPanel discussion (11:30 to 1:00) ? \;\nOptional Mini Workshop (1:0 0 PM – 1:30 PM)\n? Sponsors:\n\n Kena Yoke\, Vice President\, Island Pi ling\, Inc. \n Amanda Lucey\, CEO\, The Partnership \;\n Peter Ocsod y\, PhD\,. Program Director\, Daveler Institute of Entrepeneurship at Flor ida SouthWestern State College\n\n? Emcee:\n\nDr. Dawn Belamarich is Presi dent and CEO of Collaboratory\, a community foundation committed to solvin g Southwest Florida’s biggest social challenges by 2040. A Cape Coral re sident originally from New Jersey\, she brings extensive leadership experi ence in both for-profit and nonprofit sectors\, including behavioral healt h and social services. \;Previously\, she held executive roles at Reco very Centers of America and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Flori da\, with multiple clinical credentials. Dr. Belamarich also serves on the board of the ARCHway Institute and holds a Doctorate in Business Administ ration and Leadership\, along with dual master’s degrees in Sociology/Cr iminology and Mental Health Counseling. LinkedIn\n\n? Panelists:\n\nKriste n Coury Wynn is the Founder\, CEO\, and Producing Artistic Director of Gul fshore Playhouse\, which she launched in 2004. Under her leadership\, the Playhouse has grown to a staff of 80 with a $14.5M annual budget and no de bt. She spearheaded the development of a $72M state-of-the-art theatre in downtown Naples\, made possible through one of the city's largest public/p rivate partnerships. A former Broadway professional\, Kristen has also dir ected a feature film and produced music. She serves on the board of the Gr eater Naples Chamber and was appointed to the Florida Council on Arts and Culture in 2023. Her honors include Gulfshore Life’s Men &\; Women of the Year (2013\, 2024)\, the Murray Hendel Award for Civic Achievement\, and recognition as one of Collier County’s Top 100 Most Influential Busi ness Leaders. LinkedIn\n\nAmanda \;Lucey \;is CEO of The Partnersh ip\, a privately held marketing and communications firm started in 1979\, with employees in Georgia\, Florida\, Pennsylvania\, and Ohio. A change ag ent who scaled her first venture\, before acquiring The Partnership. With 20+ years in branding\, PR\, and crisis comms—including leadership roles with U.K. and U.S. governments—she helps mission-driven organizations g row through strategic storytelling. Amanda co-authored Upheaval and is a s peaker who leads with grit and a passion for purposeful growth. LinkedIn\n \nKena Yoke\, Vice President of Island Piling\, Inc. and Managing Member o f Island Piling Manufacturing\, LLC\, brings 40+ years of expertise in con struction\, administration\, and project coordination. A former founder of Kena Yoke Consulting\, she pioneered virtual office solutions post-2008. Known for leadership in business and philanthropy\, Kena supports veteran initiatives and nonprofits like Collier-Lee Honor Flight and Freedom Water s Foundation. Her passion for community and service is inspired by her lif elong commitment to connection and building relationships. LinkedIn\n\nJen nifer Johnson is the Founder of True Fashionistas\, Florida’s largest li festyle resale store\, and creator of The Confident Entrepreneur\, a platf orm empowering small business owners to succeed without sacrificing balanc e. A former national model and actress\, Jennifer is the bestselling autho r of Grace &\; Grit and host of The Confident Entrepreneur podcast. She ’s been featured on national TV\, radio\, and in publications including TIME\, Newsweek\, Vogue\, and Real Simple\, and is a sought-after speaker both locally and nationally. \;She is passionate about helping entrepr eneurs grow with confidence\, clarity\, and grace. 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