I See Over 300 Businesses A Year - Here's What I've Learned

Join us for a candid and insightful conversation with Lizzy Okoro Davidson, an experienced founder turned consultant and speaker with a decade of experience building teams, designing strategy, events and digital marketing. In this talk, Lizzy will share the patterns, red flags, and standout qualities she sees across the entrepreneurial landscape—insights valuable for founders, funders, recruiters, and anyone navigating today’s business ecosystem.

With her extensive cross-industry perspective, Lizzy will reveal what separates companies that scale with impact from those that stall. The discussion will also explore how strategic hiring plays a pivotal role in shaping resilient, purpose-driven organizations.
Networking opportunities and coffee with the speaker and community follow the presentation.

Speaker Bio:
Lizzy Okoro Davidson is the Director of the Pasadena Women’s Business Center, where she leads programs that help entrepreneurs launch, grow, and scale their businesses through advising, training, and access to capital.

Lizzy previously built a print magazine into a global media company, managing a network of more than 100 creatives across a dozen countries and securing international distribution, sold-out issues, and industry recognition from companies like Squarespace and Urban Outfitters. As a consultant, she has advised both small businesses and major brands—including Nike, Baxter of California, Adidas NEO, and the LA Chamber of Commerce—on marketing strategy, partnerships, and operations, and small business advocacy.
Connect with Lizzy:
Pasadenawbc.org
Linkedin.com/lizzyokoro
@pasadenawbc