Embrace All That Is You

Join us on Thursday, April 28th, 2022 at Mechanic's Bank Arena

What’s in Store for BWBC 2022?

You can attend the Bakersfield Women’s Business Conference in-person at Mechanic’s Bank Arena or virtually on the Whova App. While we may be a one-day conference, there are unlimited opportunities for both virtual and in-person attendees to grow personally and professionally at BWBC 2022.

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Networking Opportunities

BWBC has hundreds of attendees each year. Network with other professionals at the conference or on the Whova App.

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Captivating Speakers

Tune in to our 10+ workshops and celebrity keynote speakers live on conference day.

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Personal Growth

BWBC is the perfect place to invest in yourself, your career, and your network. Embrace All That Is You at BWBC 2022.

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Building Community

For 32 years, BWBC has helped thousands of women grow their skills, businesses, and careers.

Amy Purdy

Amy Purdy has defied the odds throughout her life to accomplish some extraordinary things.

She grew up with a passion for snowboarding and travel, and despite fighting for her life and losing both of her legs below the knees to bacterial meningitis at the age of 19, her passion for life carried her not only to the upper echelons of athletics but to the dance floor of Hollywood and beyond.

Amy is a professional snowboarder and a three-time Paralympic medalist, making her the most decorated Paralympic snowboarder in US history.

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Bryan Terrell Clark

Bryan Terrell Clark is an accomplished actor and singer/songwriter who has performed in widely successful Broadway & TV shows. You may recognize him from his role as George Washington in “Hamilton” in 2019 or as Marvin Gaye in “Motown: The Musical,” which received a Grammy nomination for “Best Musical Theater Album.” Bryan has also appeared in TNT’s “Snowpiercer,” Netflix’s “Inventing Anna,” and “Sneakerella” on Disney+. He’s performed with artists like Maxwell, Brandy, Ne-Yo, Anita Baker, and Michael Bublé. In addition to performing, Bryan co-founded inDEFINED, an initiative that inspires & teaches young people to use their voice to erase constructive labels in our society. Come see Bryan at BWBC on April 28th!

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Workshop Speakers

BWBC Workshop Speakers present on a variety of topics to help attendees hone in on their strengths and develop new skills. We will have 10 in-person and 10 virtual workshops. Attendees can choose 2 workshops to attend in person on Conference Day. All Attendees have access to our virtual workshops for 6 months after the conference.

LEADERSHIP

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

RESUME BUILDING

CAREER COACHING

BUSINESS

PERSONAL GROWTH

FINANCE

HEALTH + WELLNESS

COMMUNICATION

Power Pitch

Power Pitch is a forum held at the Bakersfield Women’s Business Conference where entrepreneurs, local businesses, startups, and side-hustles have the opportunity to pitch their business or idea to win monetary prizes to invest in their business. For Power Pitch 2022, we’ve partnered with Kern Venture Group and KITE (Kern Initiative for Talent + Entrepreneurship).

Applications open on January 10, 2022. Any business headquartered in Kern County, CA can apply, including new businesses, businesses looking to expand, or entrepreneurs with a business idea.

APPLICATIONS CLOSED

Exhibitor Booths

Come showcase your company’s products and services to hundreds of attendees at the Bakersfield Women’s Business Conference. Our exhibitor booths give you the opportunity to develop relationships with potential clients, gain exposure for your business, and stay involved in our local community. Limited booths are available.

EXHIBITOR APPLICATION