Speaking with Confidence: BIPOC Women’s Speaker Masterclass + Networking

Join us for an empowering evening to build your confidence, practice your public speaking, and build meaningful connections!

Reclaim Your Voice!

Join us for an empowering evening of growth, community, and professional excellence! The Latina Speaking Network is heading to Logan Square for a very special collaboration with Blazed Bakery.

While our network was founded to create space for Latina women, we are thrilled to open this unique event to our broader BIPOC sisterhood. This is a safe, dynamic space for women entrepreneurs and professionals of color to practice public speaking, refine their pitches, and confidently share their unique stories and business visions.

The Experience

What makes this night truly unique? We are combining high-level coaching with the creative, relaxed atmosphere of Blazed Bakery.

• Enjoy the bakery's signature menu including baked goods and drinks (completely optional).
• 10% off during happy hour! All guests will get a special 10% off discount on all treats from 6-7pm!

Event Agenda

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Speaking with Confidence Workshop In this 90-minute intensive, you will learn to hone your communication skills and empower your voice to resonate with impact and authenticity. We will cover:

• Overcoming Nerves: Practical techniques to remind you that they came to hear what you have to say.
• Body Language Mastery: Strategies for physical presence and knowing exactly what to do with your hands to convey authority.
• The "Filler Word" Audit: Becoming aware of the bridge words we use when nervous (um, like, so) and mastering the power of the pause.
• Active Practice: You’ll get to practice your skills in small groups and then in front of the larger group. The more you practice, the more natural the skill becomes!

7:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Intentional Networking Put your new skills to work immediately! Connect with other ambitious BIPOC women and grow with a community that celebrates your journey and helps you shine.

Meet Your Host: Jennifer Solarte

Jennifer Solarte is an author, entrepreneur, coach, reiki master, somatic practitioner, and speaker who is passionate about helping women live their best lives after adversity. She is the Founder of the nonprofit organization, &Rise, and has over 6 years of experience speaking publicly on keynotes, panels, podcasts, and local news channels in Chicago. After noticing a lack of professional spaces for Latinas to sharpen their speaking skills, she founded The Latina Speaking Network to ensure no woman has to keep her voice muted. To learn more or join our free community, please visit: www.latinaspeakingnetwork.com

About Blazed Bakery

Blazed Bakery is an immigrant-owned, community driven cafe/creative hub that blends specialty confections, specialty coffee, and inclusive experiences in a welcoming thirdspace environment. With a strong focus on art, culture, and events, it serves as a neighborhood gathering place where people connect, collaborate and celebrate creativity. To learn more please visit their website at: https://blazedbakery.net

Secure Your Spot

Space is strictly limited to 40 participants to ensure an intimate environment where everyone has a chance to practice and connect.