Thank you for joining us on International Women’s Day for our inaugural Chicks Who Give a Hoot LIVE event! Together, we celebrated the power of women, shared inspiring stories, and strengthened our community.
This event challenged women to see their businesses as catalysts for change and invited them to make an impact in their communities by simply making intentional choices that align with their values.
This event was a long-time coming and represents months and months of effort, collaboration, partnership, and big swings.
Chicks Who Give a Hoot began as a podcast but has since evolved into a full-fledged non-profit organization with a powerful mission: to help female entrepreneurs leverage their businesses for good as the philanthropic arm of Elly and Nora Creative.
Under the leadership of founder Sara Chambers, a dedicated board of directors was formed, including Sarah Gilliland, Ashley Marshall, and Charith Denson.
Together, they worked tirelessly to establish Chicks Who Give a Hoot LIVE as a cornerstone event — a powerful platform to inspire, connect, and equip women to align their businesses with their values and create meaningful impact in their communities.
Spoken Word Poetry Performance with Karen Burns
Karen Burns captivated the audience with her powerful spoken word performance, drawing from her incredible journey as a storyteller, dancer, and survivor.
Connect with Karen:
Karen’s Website
Poem: What Remains
Instagram
LinkedIn
YouTube
Opening Keynote: Sara Chambers, CEO of Elly and Nora Creative + President of Chicks Who Give a Hoot
Aligned and Unstoppable: The Collective Power of Women on a Mission
In her inspiring keynote, Sara Chambers, CEO of Elly and Nora Creative and President of Chicks Who Give a Hoot, explored what happens when women align their values with their work — they create movements, not just businesses.
Sara highlighted the powerful role women entrepreneurs play as agents of social, economic, and cultural change. She shared insights on building purpose-driven businesses that leave a lasting legacy, inspire meaningful action, and make an impact far beyond profit.
Connect with Sara:
Instagram
LinkedIn
Elly and Nora Creative
Building Bridges: How We Can Support Nonprofits Creating Impact
Panelists:
Ashley Finch of Fresh Start Women’s Foundation
Tamala McBath of Dress for Success Phoenix
Nicolee Thompson of Harvest Compassion Centers
In this special live recording of the Chicks Who Give a Hoot podcast, nonprofit leaders shared powerful insights on creating meaningful change in our communities.
The discussion explored the vital role nonprofits play and how entrepreneurs can support their missions — from volunteering and strategic partnerships to aligning business values with community causes.
Keynote: Amber Mikesell, Founder of Suivera + Host of The Heart Leader Podcast
The Heart-Driven Hero: Redefining Leadership for Real Impact
In her inspiring keynote, Amber Mikesell, Founder of Suivera and host of The Heart Leader Podcast, redefined what it means to lead with impact.
Amber challenged traditional leadership models rooted in power, profit, and perfection — instead highlighting the power of authenticity, courage, and connection. She emphasized that true leadership comes from the heart, where trust becomes a superpower, values serve as a compass, and impact leaves a lasting legacy.
Connect with Amber:
Suivera
The Heart Leader Podcast
YouTube
Silence Your Inner Critic
Lunch Catered by Helpings Cafe
We were proud to partner with Helpings Café and Catering, a social enterprise dedicated to creating meaningful impact through handcrafted, delicious food.
As a subsidiary of UMOM New Day Centers, every purchase at Helpings Café directly supports programs that help clients find jobs and secure affordable housing. By choosing Helpings Café for our catering, we played a small part in their mission to restore hope, rebuild lives, and end homelessness for families and single women in our community.
Afternoon Keynote: Sabrina Guler, serial entrepreneur and Founder of The Intuitive CEO
Your Most Powerful Tool in Business
In her transformative keynote, Sabrina Guler, serial entrepreneur and founder of The Intuitive CEO, revealed how intuition can be the most powerful tool in business.
By blending intuitive decision-making with strategic action, Sabrina shared practical insights on attracting aligned clients, scaling with purpose, and building a business that reflects your values and vision.
Fireside Chat with Shareé Hurts, MLS of APS
In an engaging fireside chat, Shareé Hurts, Strategic Partnerships Program Manager at APS, shared her insights on building impactful community programs and fostering meaningful connections.
With over 15 years at APS in roles spanning customer service, marketing, and corporate communications — plus a decade in the healthcare sector — Shareé’s diverse experience highlights her expertise in project management, proposal development, and organizational governance.
Grant Recipient Announcement: “Celebrating a Visionary Business”
We are thrilled to announce that Arise Capital Group, founded by Danielle Delima, is the recipient of this year’s Chicks Who Give a Hoot Branding Grant!
Chosen for their remarkable vision, impact, and dedication, Arise Capital Group will receive a full brand strategy and visual identity package valued at $15,000 from Elly and Nora Creative.
This award celebrates Danielle’s commitment to building a business that aligns purpose with impact, and we can’t wait to see how this grant empowers her journey.
Creative Activation Workshop: Charith Denson, Co-founder of The Monastery
Reflect and Create: Connecting with the Day’s Impact
In this guided reflection session, Charith Denson, Co-founder of The Monastery, will lead you through a creative process to reflect on the powerful moments of the day. Using prompts and questions, you’ll explore what resonated most and how it can shape your business and life.
With tools inspired by The Monastery’s creative approach, you’ll express your thoughts through imagery, symbols, or words—no artistic skills required.
VIP Hour
After an inspiring day at Chicks Who Give a Hoot LIVE, our exclusive VIP Happy Hour provided the perfect opportunity to unwind and connect. 🍻💚
Thanks to our incredible sponsor, Greenwood Brewing, our VIP guests enjoyed:
✨ Craft beer from Greenwood Brewing
🤝 Intimate networking with speakers + fellow changemakers
It was a fantastic way to celebrate, reflect, and continue building meaningful connections with incredible women making an impact.
Since opening their doors the Harvest Compassion Center has met and visited with over 85,000 families from the local community. The Harvest Compassion Center is completely free to the public allowing all guests to shop freely for food, hygiene, baby and clothing items.
A pillar in the Phoenix community for over 30 years, Fresh Start transforms lives by providing access and resources that help women achieve self-sufficiency and use their strength to thrive.
Dress for Success Phoenix empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire, and the development tools needed to help women thrive in work and in life.
Our LIVE EVENT wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. These remarkable organizations share our mission of empowering women and creating lasting impact in our communities.
The Monastery is an artist-owned and operated venue dedicated to fostering creativity, community, and personal growth. It’s a space where creativity is sacred, and every visit offers a chance to connect with your inner artist.
We are incredibly grateful for the generous support from local businesses that contributed their products and services to make this event possible. Their dedication to empowering women and strengthening our community played a vital role in our success.
Our It’s Cool to Care bundle is more than just a fashion statement—it’s a movement. This empowering set includes our bold and comfy tee alongside two vibrant stickers that let you spread the message wherever you go.
Stand out, speak up, and show the world that caring is always in style. Grab your bundle before it’s gone!