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# BOSS Inner Circle: Build, Optimize, Scale & Shine ### For Entrepreneurs, Professionals & Visionary Leaders Ready for Their Next Level What got you here won't necessarily get you there. The most successful business owners understand that growth requires more than hard work. It requires strategy, community, visibility, innovation, and the ability to adapt in a rapidly changing world. That's why we're bringing together a select group of entrepreneurs, professionals, creatives, and emerging leaders for the **BOSS Inner Circle**, an immersive leadership and business growth experience designed to help you gain clarity, strengthen your brand, and position yourself for greater opportunities. Hosted by Dr. Allana Da Graca and the Turning On the Lights Global Institute (TOLGI), this experience combines practical business development, AI-powered growth strategies, leadership insights, networking, and collaborative learning in a high-energy environment where participants are encouraged to both learn and contribute. ### Why Attend? Because too many talented entrepreneurs are: * Working hard but struggling to gain visibility * Overwhelmed by AI and digital marketing changes * Unsure how to attract the right clients and opportunities * Operating without a strategic growth roadmap * Building alone instead of leveraging community The BOSS Inner Circle is designed to help you move beyond survival mode and begin building a business and personal brand that is positioned for sustainable growth. ### What You'll Experience #### The BOSS Growth Blueprint Learn practical strategies to strengthen your business foundation, clarify your vision, and identify opportunities for growth. #### AI-Powered Visibility Discover how today's leaders are using AI to save time, improve communication, increase visibility, and create content that attracts opportunities. #### Personal Brand Positioning Learn how to communicate your expertise, tell your story effectively, and establish yourself as a trusted authority. #### Strategic Networking Connect with entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals who are committed to growth, collaboration, and creating impact. #### Show & Tell Collaborator Sessions Share your expertise, business, products, services, or initiatives while learning from other leaders in the room. #### Leadership & Confidence Development Gain insights that will help you strengthen your decision-making, confidence, and ability to lead yourself and others. ### Who Should Attend? ✔ Small Business Owners ✔ Entrepreneurs & Startups ✔ Coaches & Consultants ✔ Authors & Speakers ✔ Nonprofit Leaders ✔ Creative Professionals ✔ Professionals Looking to Increase Their Influence ✔ Visionaries Ready to Build Their Next Chapter ### What Makes This Different? This isn't a conference where you sit in the back and take notes. This is a collaborative experience where participants are encouraged to engage, connect, ask questions, receive coaching, and leave with actionable next steps. You'll walk away with: * New connections * New ideas * Greater clarity * Increased confidence * Practical business strategies * A stronger visibility plan * Access to a community of growth-minded leaders ### Hosted By Dr. Allana Da Graca International speaker, business strategist, author, and Founder of Turning On the Lights Global Institute, Dr. Allana Da Graca has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs strengthen their visibility, launch initiatives, increase revenue opportunities, and lead with greater confidence and purpose. ### Seats Are Limited The BOSS Inner Circle is intentionally designed to be intimate so participants can build meaningful relationships and receive personalized engagement throughout the experience. If you're ready to stop playing small, strengthen your brand, expand your network, and position yourself for your next level of success, we invite you to join us. **Your next breakthrough may be one room away.** ## Participation Options We believe in creating multiple pathways for entrepreneurs and leaders to engage based on their goals and stage of growth. ### GEM Community Membership – As a special thank-you to the incredible entrepreneurs and small business owners throughout the DMV region, we are offering an affordable entry point into the IWBCC community. As a GEM Member, you will receive: • Admission to Stories of Courage on Friday evening • Access to select event highlights and resources • Connection to the IWBCC and TOLGI community • Invitations to future networking and educational opportunities ### DIAMOND Experience – Designed for entrepreneurs who want a deeper level of engagement and business development. Includes: • Full access to the Saturday BOSS Inner Circle Experience • Business growth and visibility training • Interactive networking activities • Show & Tell participation opportunities • Business development resources and worksheets ### PEARL VIP Experience Our premier experience for leaders who are ready to maximize their visibility, connections, and growth opportunities. Includes: • Admission to Stories of Courage (Friday) • Full access to the BOSS Inner Circle (Saturday) • VIP recognition during the event • Enhanced networking opportunities • Featured spotlight opportunity • Post-event group coaching session with Dr. Allana Da Graca • Premium business and visibility resources ### Special Contributor Invitation Selected entrepreneurs may be eligible for contributor placement during our Show & Tell sessions. Contributors have the opportunity to share their expertise, services, products, or initiatives while connecting with fellow business owners and community leaders. To be considered, please complete the IWBCC application. Our team will review your information and determine the participation option that best aligns with your goals. Whether you choose GEM, DIAMOND OR PEARL you'll gain access to a community committed to growth, visibility, leadership, and collaboration. This event is held at a five-star hotel. **Access Tickets-**--[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/international-women-build-confidence-conference-inner-circletm-tickets-1988716528672?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/international-women-build-confidence-conference-inner-circletm-tickets-1988716528672?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)

Network with an average of 60+ business professionals, all attendees get an opportunity to give a 30 second elevator pitch, enjoy a light breakfast, 10 minute educational presentation on topics that change weekly, and enjoy networking before and after the meet up.

If you're ready to grow your business through meaningful relationships and high-quality referrals, this event series is for you! We're a community of local small business professionals committed to building prosperity through authentic connection and collaboration. Join us for **genuine, no-pressure networking**—no fees, no pitches, no nonsense. Just good people, good conversations, and a few refreshments to keep things relaxed. Stay for a few minutes or the whole time—whatever works for you. **This event is completely free to attend**, but we kindly ask that you RSVP so we can plan accordingly. We can’t wait to connect with you!

## 1 Million Cups Loudoun – Resource Presentation ### Understanding Loudoun's Commercial Real Estate Landscape: Opportunities for Small Business Growth **Presented by Vanessa Simon, Real Estate Intelligence Manager, Loudoun Economic Development** **Wednesday\, June 24 \| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM** **Venture X Loudoun** Join us for an engaging and informative conversation with **Vanessa Simon**, Real Estate Intelligence Manager for Loudoun Economic Development, as we explore Loudoun County's evolving commercial real estate landscape and what it means for small businesses looking to grow. *** ## About the Presenter Vanessa Simon serves as the **Real Estate Intelligence Manager** for Loudoun Economic Development, where she tracks land and property data, manages the county's commercial property database, and builds relationships with developers, brokers, and industry stakeholders throughout Loudoun County. Prior to joining Loudoun Economic Development, Vanessa served as the Director of Operations for a regional residential real estate team serving Virginia, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia. Her experience includes operations management, contracts, compliance, negotiations, and market analysis. Vanessa holds a bachelor's degree in Biology and Business from Virginia Tech and began her professional career in technical sales before transitioning into real estate and economic development. *** ## About the Session Whether you're considering your first commercial location, expanding your business footprint, evaluating market opportunities, or simply trying to better understand the local business landscape, this session will provide valuable insight into one of the most important factors influencing business growth: commercial real estate. Vanessa will share current market trends, development activity, available commercial space, and economic development initiatives that are shaping the future of Loudoun County. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how real estate data and economic development resources can support strategic business decisions. *** ## What You'll Learn * Current commercial real estate trends across Loudoun County * Available space and development opportunities * Site selection considerations for growing businesses * Workforce accessibility and location planning * Economic development initiatives supporting business growth * Market insights that can help inform expansion strategies * Resources available through Loudoun Economic Development *** ## Who Should Attend This session is ideal for: * Small business owners * Entrepreneurs considering a physical location * Businesses planning expansion * Retail, restaurant, and service-based businesses * Commercial property owners and investors * Startup founders evaluating growth opportunities * Community and economic development professionals *** ## Why Attend? * Gain practical market intelligence from a county expert * Better understand Loudoun's commercial development landscape * Learn how location decisions impact business growth * Discover resources available to support your business * Ask questions directly to a leader involved in shaping Loudoun's economic future *** ## About 1 Million Cups 1 Million Cups is a national program that brings entrepreneurs and communities together to learn, connect, and grow through presentations and discussion. Loudoun’s chapter meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays each month. Join us on **June 24** for coffee, connection, and a valuable conversation about how Loudoun County's commercial real estate market can support your business growth and long-term success. We look forward to seeing you there.

Attendance is $35 (cash, credit/debit card, or ApplePay - paid at the door), which includes water/soda/coffee, bread, choice of a plated lunch entrée, and a dessert assortment. Parking is also validated in the Reston Station garages (3 hours of validation). Join one of Northern Virginia's most successful business networking groups (part of BNI). Open to the public and is typically attended by business owners, business developers, and entrepreneurs. Meetings are typically attended by 30-40 members and guests. \*\*\*PLEASE RSVP here: [REGISTER HERE](https://square.link/u/0WvC6Eir) \*\*\*If you do not register on the BNI website, there may not be a seat available for you.

Are you tired of pouring money into social media, ads, or websites without seeing a real return on your investment? For many small business owners in the DMV area, marketing feels like an overwhelming guessing game of trial and error. It’s easy to get stuck making common mistakes that drain your budget while leaving you with empty pipelines. If you want to scale your business in today’s environment, you don't need heavy corporate theory—you need simple, consistent systems that drive real, measurable traffic. The Effective Management Association (EMA DC) invites you to a powerful, interactive workshop designed to take the guesswork out of your growth. Our community of local entrepreneurs and executives is coming together to learn how structured management principles, paired with real-world administrative technology, can bring predictability to your marketing. Following an overwhelming response to his previous presentation, marketing expert Hans Hillestad is returning by popular demand for an expanded, 2-hour live seminar. This is your opportunity to connect with fellow local business owners, share experiences, and walk away with an actionable strategy to command true control over your business growth. ### **What We Will Cover:** * **Consistent Marketing Outflow:** How to implement simple administrative habits to ensure your business is always promoting, no matter how busy you get. * **Small Budget Advertising:** The exact "do's and don'ts" of navigating paid ads, social media, and SEO without overspending. * **High-Conversion Follow-Up Systems:** Reliable structures to ensure the leads you generate actually turn into paying clients. * **Visibility That Works:** Practical ways to build local social media visibility that translates to real-world business traffic. ### **Who Should Join Us:** * Washington DC metro area small business owners and entrepreneurs looking to scale. * CEOs, executives, and managers wanting tighter operational control over their marketing pipelines. * Startup founders looking for proven, practical frameworks to establish their brand. * Any local professional eager to network, share wins, and collaborate with a sharp peer community. ### **Agenda Outline:** * **11:00 AM - 11:15 AM:** Community Networking & Refreshments (Arrive early to grab a drink, meet fellow DC business owners, and secure your seat! Please note: Attendees must arrive no later than 11:15 AM.) * **11:15 AM - 1:00 PM:** Main Presentation & Interactive Q&A with Hans Hillestad ### **How to Join:** Spaces are strictly limited to ensure a high-value, interactive experience for all attendees. Click **RSVP** today to save your spot and take the next step toward mastering your business expansion! ##

One of the biggest hurdles in real estate investing is figuring out how to fund your deals. But here’s the good news: you don’t need to rely entirely on your own money. **Event Details:** **• Date:** June 11, 2026 * 6:00pm ET — Sign In for Registration * 6-6:05pm ET — Introduction * 6:05pm-7:30pm ET — Training * 7:30pm-8:00pm ET — Q&A / Networking **• Location:** 1900 Campus Commons Dr #100 Reston, VA 20191 👉 Join the online FHT community to post deals, ask questions, and connect with other real estate pros across the country: [https://www.facebook.com/Fortunehomesteam/](https://www.facebook.com/Fortunehomesteam/) P.S. Our monthly training will correspond with the full life cycle of a real estate investor so that by the end of the year you have a solid real estate investment foundation.