WeRise

WeRISE – Resourceful, Intentional, Supported, Empowered

Welcome, women entrepreneurs to a CWE monthly small business training and networking series.

You will have the opportunity to meet and network with other women business owners and benefit from professional training. Bring your business cards to enter our monthly raffle and exchange with other business owners.

Time: 8 – 9 a.m.
Date: Second Tuesday of each month
Location: In person: Texas Woman’s University Denton campus, Old Main Building Room 257 (2nd floor)
Virtual: Full name as registered MUST be shown in Zoom to enter the program and includes iPhone or Android phone users. For security reasons, if the name doesn’t match, you won’t be let in.

Everyone will receive the Zoom link regardless of how you register. Please do not register for both in-person and virtual. All registered attendees, whether in person or online will receive the replay link after the event.

In-person attendance

In-person events will be held at Texas Woman’s University, Denton Campus, Old Main Building, 2nd Floor, Rm 257.

Breakfast will be served at 7:30 AM. The official program starts at 8:00 AM. Come and network with other female entrepreneurs. Make sure you bring your business cards.

All registered attendees, whether in person or online will receive the replay link after the event.

*It is a bit of a walk between the two parking areas and Old Main Building. You may want to consider wearing comfortable shoes to walk in and bring your dress shoes for the event.

*If you have special needs, please email cwe@twu.edu to make special arrangements.

Parking information

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Put in your information to include your license plate number.
For the event, park in either the Visitor Parking Lot or on the 4th level of the parking garage.
Parking is FREE! The parking code will be included in your event confirmation.
There will be directional signs to assist you in locating the event.

Online attendance

Full name as registered MUST be shown in Zoom to enter the program and includes iPhone or Android phone users. For security reasons, if the name doesn’t match, you won’t be let in.

How to change your name on Zoom:

You will receive the Zoom link to join after you have registered. We will have an online host that will help facilitate the event. We will continue to have pre/post networking opportunities.

Networking before the event: 7:35 – 7:55 a.m.
Networking after the event: 9:05 – 9:25 a.m.
Official program: 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.

All registered attendees, whether in person or online will receive the replay link after the event.

October WeRISE

Future-Proofing Women-Owned Businesses: AI, Cybersecurity & Operational Readiness

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
In-Person and Virtual

As Artificial Intelligence rapidly transforms business operations, cybersecurity risks, insurance requirements, government contracting standards, and workforce expectations are evolving just as quickly. This workshop is designed for business owners moving beyond the startup phase and into sustainable growth, helping them understand the critical operational realities required to remain competitive, protected, and future-ready.

Key Takeaways:

A clearer understanding of how AI is changing business operations, workforce expectations, and leadership responsibilities
Practical cybersecurity awareness strategies to better protect their business, customer data, employees, and operations
Insight into why cyber-insurance carriers increasingly require cybersecurity awareness training and operational safeguards
A foundational understanding of CMMC requirements and why government contractors and subcontractors must prepare now
Actionable steps to improve digital literacy and operational resilience within their organizations; Greater awareness of future-of-work trends and how to remain competitive in an AI-driven economy
A roadmap toward building a more secure, scalable, and future-ready business

Speaker:

Masako Mai is an executive leader, entrepreneur, community builder, and advocate for workforce empowerment through technology, leadership, and education. She serves alongside Starks Technology Services, where she helps organizations navigate the rapidly evolving intersection of Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, operational resilience, and future workforce readiness. Masako is also the founder of Mommy Mommy2Be & Me, a nonprofit focused on strengthening families and communities through holistic wellness, entrepreneurship, and economic empowerment initiatives.

Her work centers on helping individuals and organizations move from survival thinking into sustainable leadership and long-term success. Through speaking, ecosystem building, and strategic collaboration, she advocates for accessible technology education and responsible innovation that leaves no community behind.

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