EvolveHER
International Women's Day Event
A Celebration of Collaboration, Confidence & Collective Power
Join & Support the Movement.
EVOLVEHER is a powerful international gathering designed to celebrate women from diverse cultures, industries, and backgrounds who are rising, leading, creating, and evolving.
In a world that often encourages competition, EVOLVEHER creates space for collaboration, connection, and collective elevation.
This is where sisterhood replaces scarcity.
Where visibility amplifies voice.
Where culture meets confidence.
One unforgettable day.
Panel. Fashion. Voices. Vendors. Visibility.
WHAT IS EVOLVEHER?
EVOLVEHER is a global celebration of women rising in culture, creativity, and leadership.
An immersive evening of fashion, music, poetry, entrepreneurship, and powerful conversation.
This event centers collaboration over competition and community over comparison.
CHARITY, FUNDRAISING, &
COMMUNITY FOOD DRIVE
At the Center for Women & Enterprise, we believe lifting women benefits everyone. For over 30 years, we’ve helped women launch and grow their businesses by connecting them with the resources to succeed. Because when we empower women economically, we create a ripple effect that expands throughout their communities.
As the leading organization in New England focused on women entrepreneurs, we believe that empowering women benefits everyone. Since our founding in 1995, we have committed ourselves to helping women launch and grow their businesses by meeting them where they are and providing essential resources, tools, and support for their success.
When women thrive economically, they are better positioned to support themselves, their families, and the communities around them. Ultimately, empowered women are pivotal in driving sustainable economic growth.
The E’s Impact Fund is the philanthropic giving initiative of Life of E’s dedicated to empowering women, entrepreneurs, and communities through collaboration, opportunity, and transformational experiences. Through events, partnerships, and community support, the fund helps create meaningful impact by supporting initiatives that uplift individuals, provide access to resources, and inspire people to evolve into their highest potential.
Our mission is to turn connection into contribution and ensure every Life of E’s experience leaves a lasting impact beyond the room.
At this upcoming event, we will also be collecting non-perishable food items.
The Hustle List is an app and directory that gives hustlers the visibility they deserve. The Hustle List is an app and directory that gives hustlers the visibility they deserve. Since launching in Boston on September 1, 2025, it gained 300 downloads in the first week, 1,500 downloads 3 weeks later, 350+ businesses listed, and 3,000+ downloads. Beyond individual success stories, The Hustle List has become a real economic infrastructure for small businesses across Boston. Through cash mobs, content days, and community-led activations, local entrepreneurs have gained not only exposure but also paying customers, repeat clients, and increased income. By combining visibility, trust, and community action, The Hustle List is helping Boston’s small businesses turn support into sustainability and momentum into measurable growth.
MEET THE SPEAKERS
The Collaborate to Elevate Panel Discussion is a dynamic conversation bringing together ambitious women, creatives, and entrepreneurs who believe in the power of community and collaboration.
Hosted during the EVOLVEHER International Women’s Event, this inspiring panel will explore how women can choose collaboration over comparison, community over competition, and build a legacy through meaningful partnerships. Attendees will hear powerful insights, real experiences, and practical strategies from women who are actively growing their brands, businesses, and impact while supporting others along the way.
Join us for an empowering experience designed to spark new connections, encourage authentic conversations, and inspire women to elevate together in life and business.
Brit Johnson
Moderator
Brit Johnson is the founder and host of Boss Lady News, a platform dedicated to amplifying the voices and stories of women in business, media, and culture. Through interviews, media coverage, and storytelling, she highlights ambitious women who are building brands, leading movements, and creating meaningful impact. In addition to her work in media, Brit is also a real estate professional, helping individuals and families navigate homeownership while continuing to create spaces where women feel seen, celebrated, and inspired to step boldly into their leadership and purpose.
Erykah Chanel
Co Moderator
Erykah Chanel is a transformational coach, photographer, speaker, and event producer dedicated to helping women and creatives step into their most confident, aligned, and empowered selves. As the founder of Life of E’s, she guides individuals through personal and professional evolution through her philosophy of Empower, Energize, and Evolve. Erykah is also the producer of the EVOLVEHER International Women’s Event and F.A.M.E. Charity Fashion Experience, creating powerful spaces that amplify women’s voices, visibility, and collaboration in business, creativity, and community.
Manoucheca Lord
Branding & Visibility, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship
Manoucheca Lord is a branding specialist with a passion for crafting impactful campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences. Currently serving as the Director of Marketing for the Central Square BID, they oversee content creation and strategic communications to drive growth and visibility across the district. Manoucheca thrives on turning bold ideas into action, whether through coordinating major public events or fostering meaningful partnerships that strengthen the local economy and cultural fabric.
Britni Betts
Visionary Speaker, Breathwork guide and Inner Power Coach for women
Britni Betts is a dynamic speaker and transformational guide for women ready to break free from expectations and create their own path. Through immersive storytelling, breathwork, music, and movement, she creates powerful spaces for healing, truth, and bold reinvention. As the creator of “Own Your Bigness,” Britni leads a movement helping women reconnect with their inner power, reclaim their voice, and build the life they truly desire. With a background in psychology and certifications in breathwork and coaching, she blends science, soul, and embodied wisdom to help women expand their capacity, step into their truth, and unapologetically take up space.
Christy Felix
Empowering Everyday Entrepreneurs, Mobilizing people & communities
As an entrepreneur, I developed an app called The Hustle List, which serves as a small business directory for New England. The goal is to give hustlers who are traditionally overlooked visibility, tools, and resources, and connect them with potential customers. The Hustle List is a community-powered platform that spotlights small businesses, mobilizes intentional spending, and turns visibility into real economic impact. We aim to redistribute the wealth back into local communities
Allessandra Pollina
Founder of Quotable Media Co
Alessandra Pollina is a public relations strategist and entrepreneur passionate about helping brands amplify their voice and visibility. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Communications from Boston University, she gained valuable experience through internships at leading Boston PR agencies before launching her own firm in 2012, now known as Pollina PR & Marketing. Driven by her commitment to supporting women in business, Alessandra founded the Female Millennial Entrepreneurs Boston networking group and later launched The Female Millennial Entrepreneur Podcast, creating platforms that connect, educate, and empower women entrepreneurs locally and around the world.
Moraya Ugwu
CEO and Founder of a Lifestyle Brand
Moraya Ugwu is the founder of Mastering Progress, a lifestyle company focused on creating a space for positivity and encouragement where everyone knows they are not alone and to celebrate every step towards progress ! Through her podcast, event planning and marketing agency, annual fashion show fundraiser for the United Nations and so much more Moraya has continued to show you are never to young to go after your dreams and continue to master progress everyday!
Are You a Designer, Vendor, Poet, or Singer?
We are curating dynamic women from diverse backgrounds to participate in EVOLVEHER.
ElevateHER AGENDA
Collaborate to Elevate Panel Discussion:
The Power of Sisterhood in a Global World
4:00 pm -6:00 pm
Live panel conversation exploring:
• Sisterhood over scarcity
• Cultural identity & leadership
• Collective success
• Supporting women across the industry
Creative Popup Market
Learn, Shop, & Support 15+ International Women Business
4:00 - 6:00 pm Panel Discussion Access
6:30 -10:00 pm Fashion guest Access
Performances
Poet during Speaking Discussion
Poet & Singer during Fashion Show
F.A.M.E Charity Fashion Experience: The Evolved Collection
Showcasing Designers, Stylists, Boutique