Join the Women of EO San Antonio for a rare and exclusive luncheon featuring San Antonio's powerhouse entrepreneur, Dawn LaFreeda, CEO of Den-Tx Central, Inc.

In a casual, interactive conversation over lunch, we’ll delve into Dawn's incredible journey and her commitment to investing in other entrepreneurs.

Dawn's Bio:
Dawn is one of the largest restaurant franchisees in America owning over 110 restaurants in her career. She bought her first from Denny’s at 23 and presently owns over 90 of their restaurants and employs over 3,000 people in her 7-state operation. In addition, Dawn invests in the futures of fellow female entrepreneurs through her organization.

She has been featured in countless radio interviews, podcasts, and publications, such as Entrepreneur, The Wall Street Journal, and Multi-Unit Franchisee. Dawn is featured in the preeminent documentary about investing in women, ‘Show Her The Money” released in 2023. The film educates and raises awareness to effect change to the statistic that only 2% of venture capital dollars go to women. In the film, Dawn's career is profiled and spotlights her activities as a rock-star female investor who invests in diverse women entrepreneurs with innovations that will change the world.

Dawn was a recurring judge on the web series “Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch” which provides entrepreneurs a chance to pitch their idea in a 60-second elevator ride to a board of successful investors who will help them take their business to the next level.

She has received numerous awards and is involved in many charities.

DAWN LAFREEDA is the largest female employer in San Antonio and owns one of San Antonio’s largest privately held companies.

Note: While this event is hosted by the Women of EO San Antonio, it is open to ALL members.

EO Members and Accelerators Register Here

Interested in attending and learning more about EO? Email Stephanie

Have you thought about your CASH lately?

Come ready to explore and make changes in your business now!

· Is your business running well, whether you are at work or not? Are you hating most of your goals and priorities?

· Have you identified the core process that make your business thrive? Do you have a process to refine and improve your processes?

· Have you created a sales playbook and is it working to help your sales people consistently hit their targets?

· Is your own life working or are you chasing daylight every day and missing out on time for family, fitness and fun?

Open to Accelerators, EO Members, Strategic Alliance Partners, and Prospective EO and EOA members. 

EO Members and Accelerators Register Here

Interested in attending and learning more about EO and/or Accelerator? Email Stephanie

Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) members who have successfully sold or exited their businesses. This event offers a unique opportunity to hear firsthand from experienced entrepreneurs about their journeys, challenges, and triumphs in the process of selling or exiting a company.

Event Highlights:

• Personal Stories: Learn from EO members as they share their personal experiences and the pivotal moments that led to their successful exits.

• Strategic Insights: Gain valuable insights into the strategies and tactics that made their exits possible, including preparation, negotiation, and execution.

• Lessons Learned: Understand the key lessons and takeaways that can help you in your own entrepreneurial journey, whether you're considering an exit or planning for future growth.

• Q&A Session: Engage with the panelists during a Q&A session, where you can ask your burning questions and get expert advice.

Special thanks to Mike Luna, Ben Hubbert, and Carlton Catalani for sharing their exit stories on the panel and Rob Simons for moderating the panel. 

EO Members and EOA Participants Register Here

Interested in attending and learning more about EO? Email Stephanie

Ready for an unforgettable summer night? Join us on June 15th at the San Antonio Missions Baseball Fiesta Deck for an EO event like no other! From the first pitch to the last homerun, let’s celebrate our entrepreneurial journey, together with our families. ✨⚾🎉 Grab your tickets and let’s make memories that will last a lifetime.

This event is free for EO San Antonio Members and their families (Spouse/significant other + children), EOA San Antonio Participants and their families (Spouse/significant other + children), as well as Strategic Alliance Partners and their families (Spouse/significant other + children)

Registration required as this is a ticketed event!

EO and EOA Register Here

SAP’s email Stephanie

Chef James from the Whataburger Innovation Kitchen will give EO Members an insider's view of the Whataburger test kitchen. He'll walk the group through the ordering process, menu production and back office software that is used in the restaurants. We'll tour a "live" kitchen where Chef James will explain some of the efficiencies and processes implemented within the test kitchen that have made a difference in the restaurants. Chef James will then wrap up his presentation with a Q&A session.

Schedule of events:

3-3:30 PM- Please be sure to arrive at the main plaza (300 Concord) by 3:30 for a security check-in. After security check-in is completed EO members will be guided over to the Innovation Kitchen. 

3:30-4 PM- Members will be able to taste different Whataburger menu items while introductions are made. 

4-5:30 PM- Chef James' presentation and tour of the Innovation Kitchen followed by Q&A

5:30-6 PM- Members will be able to enjoy Happy Hour and the Whataburger Swag store will be open to the group.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to go behind the scenes of one of America's most beloved burger chains. See you there!

EO and EOA Members Register Here

Not a member, but interested in learning more about EO or EO Accelerator and attending the event? Email Stephanie

As entrepreneurs you're constantly working IN your business, but don't forget to dedicate time to work ON your business.

Join us for the EOA Learning Day, where EO Global Certified Trainer, Mike Bacile, will facilitate a full day workshop on your Business Execution using the Scaling Up Method. We'll dive into your company scorecard, analyze meeting rhythms, meeting agendas, and EOS.

Come ready to explore the answers to these questions and how you can make changes in your business:

Is your business running well, whether you are at work or not?

Are you hating most of your goals and priorities?

Have you identified the core process that make your business thrive?

Do you have a process to refine and improve your processes?

Have you created a sales playbook and is it working to help your sales people consistently hit their targets?

Is your own life working or are you chasing daylight every day and missing out on time for family, fitness and fun?

Where does your time go? Make some notes about how you really spend your time

EO and EOA members register here

Not a member, but interested in attending and learning more about the EO Accelerator program? Email Stephanie

Have you ever wondered what happens to your business legacy in the long run? Join us for an exclusive event featuring the renowned expert Jim Erben, as he unravels the secrets of successful exit and succession planning. Dive deep into the art of crafting a sustainable legacy and ensuring the longevity of your entrepreneurial journey. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your future. Secure your spot now!

This event is open to EO Members, EOA Participants, SAP's, and prospects

Event Schedule:

4:00- Arrive and Mingle

4:30- Jim Erben present
5:30- Q&A with Jim Erben
6:00- Cocktails and Mingle

7:00- Event Ends

Jim Erben is a highly sought-after exit and succession specialist, keynote speaker, and President at Erben Associates. Jim has spoken on many stages including being a Vistage speaker for 18 years. He shares his 30+ years of experience with thousands of business leaders annually. He is well-known for his straightforward approach to succession or exit planning, business continuity, and executive retention. He would be thrilled to have the opportunity to speak at EO events as his passion remains helping business owners navigate the complexities of succession and exit planning to help create an everlasting legacy.

EO Members and EOA Participants Register Here

Strategic Alliance Partners who wish to attend email Stephanie

Interested in learning more about EO and attending the event? email Stephanie

MyEO Women of San Antonio Presents:

The Owner's Edge: Funding and Dynamic Growth for Minority and Women-Owned Businesses

Join us for an enlightening, informative, and insightful panel discussion about everyone's favorite topic: Money; getting funded, growing faster, and staying fluid. 

Our panel of experts have years of experience unlocking capital for diverse businesses and will share their knowledge on how to navigate the funding landscape. 

Christine Guerra Zehr will serve as moderator of the panel. Chrissy is Vice President of Finance at eSkillz, a professional consulting organization in the Talent Management/Learning & Development arena that employs over 150 people worldwide. In 2023, a Private Venture Capital firm acquired a minority stake in eSkillz, EO San Antonio Chapter member Melissa Guerra's company. Within that partnership, Chrissy and Melissa are currently navigating the waters of international growth through new acquisitions abroad. Chrissy has walked the walk and brings valuable experience to this topic.

Our panelists include:

Lauren Sparks - Founder Agility Bank - Texas' only Minority Deposit Institution

Deborah Sopher - EO Houston Member and Board Member of Agility Bank, Director of Strategic Financial Services/ DEI 
 
Brandi Vitier - Bank of San Antonio Market Exec., STRIDE Female Entrepreneurship Leadership Program creator.

Sara Speer Selber - Managing Partner at Quest Essential, helping clients develop, assess, manage, and restructure socially responsible businesses, nonprofits, and community initiatives—Sara's work with Ignite Healthcare, which invests in women-owned businesses, helps shape the future of healthcare.

Lunch will be provided.

EO Members and Accelerator Participants Register Here

EO San Antonio Sponsors Email Stephanie to register

Not an EO member, but interested in attending? email Stephanie

Join us for breakfast as Blake Hastings, Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Chief Economist for SWBC, provides an Economic Update

Schedule:

7:30: Arrivals/breakfast

8-9: Blake talks with Q&A to follow

This event is open to EO Members, EOA Participants, Sponsors, and Prospective Members. Register Here

Join us for an exclusive experience at the UTSA RACE Facility as we host a special Tour and Meet and Greet with Coach Traylor.

We'll explore the state-of-the-art UTSA RACE Facility, where cutting-edge training meets top-notch technology. Get an insider's look at the facilities that propel our athletes to excellence.

Meet and Greet with Coach Traylor: An intimate session with UTSA's esteemed Head Coach, Jeff Traylor. Gain insights into his coaching philosophy, strategies for success, and the exciting vision he has for the team.

The tour of the facility begins at 4:30 pm with food and drink to follow. Coach Traylor will then speak with the group in the Team Room at 5:30 PM. 

This event is open to EO members, EOA participants, Sponsors, and Prospective Members. Register Here

Prospective members interested in attending, email Stephanie (admin@eosanantonio.org)

As entrepreneurs you're constantly working IN your business, but don't forget to dedicate time to work ON your business.

Join us for the EOA Learning Day, where a EO Global Certified Trainer, Mike Bacile, will facilitate a full day workshop using the Scaling Up Method on one of the most important things in your business, your people!

You'll dive into how to grow your team, delegation, analyzing your people, DISC profiles, and more!

We'll finish off the day with happy hour.

EO Members and EOA Participants Register Here

Interested in learning more about EOA and joining us for People Day? Email Stephanie

Join us for Breakfast with Champions. This informal gathering has become a chapter favorite for making deep CONNECTIONS with members you may not already know. Come grab breakfast and hear the lifeline of one of our own EO Champions as they inspire us to grow.

Aaron Castro, 4-year EO member and Founder/CEO of Superior Mobile Health will share his story.

Breakfast at 8:00am, 20-25 minute lifeline, discussion and out the door at 9:00am sharp.

EO Members and EOA Participants Register Here

Join EOSA for an AI Workshop with Scott Empringham.

You will be spellbound as Scott shares his own personal journey of losing his digital marketing agency and how he rebuilt it in just 90 days with nothing but his iPhone, social media, and AI tools.

Scott, a 20-year industry veteran, teaches business owners struggling with where to start with A.I., how to leverage AI tools, and how to get their marketing plan, calendar, emails, blogs, ads and content, video scripts and more DONE in minutes (not months).

He is not a futurist or a theorist, but instead teaches practical, usable prompts and frameworks that business owners can use IMMEDIATELY to help them get customers.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Scott's real-world experience and take your business to the next level. 

BE SURE TO BRING YOUR LAPTOP FULLY CHARGED to get the most out of this event. Lunch will be provided.

Event Schedule:

10-10:30: Welcome

10:30-12:30: AI workshop with Scott Empringham

12:30-1: Lunch

This event is open to EO Members, EOA Participants, Key Execs, Sponsors, and Prospective Members

Register Here

Prospective EO Members Email Stephanie (admin@eosanantonio.org) to register

In April 2022, Iris Schimke’s business, her building, and her legacy of 33 years burned to the ground. In a hot 3 hours, it was all gone. Today, just 18 months later, her business is bigger, stronger, and better than before! Join Iris as she shares for the first time with her EO family, her experience, what she's learned, and what recovery looks like. Special Guest Steve Ison will also join the conversation to provide perspective from the insurer's side of things. 

We'll have a frank discussion about what processes you can employ that protect you and your business. Iris and Steve will share the steps you can take today that will make a meaningful difference in protecting you, your employees, and your family, from potential disaster. 

Don't miss this important opportunity to learn from a fellow EO member who’s been there, done that, and emerged from the fire stronger than ever!

This Lunch Summit is brought to you by MyEO Women of San Antonio and is open to EO San Antonio Members and EO San Antonio Accelerator Participants. Members and Participants Register Here.

Scaling Up with EO Accelerator: STRATEGY DAY

As entrepreneurs your constantly working IN your business, but don't forget to dedicate time to work ON your business.

Join us for the EOA Learning Day, where EO Global Certified Trainer, Mike Bacile, will facilitate a full day workshop on your business Strategy using the Scaling Up Method.

You'll dive into things like: an organizational check-up, your business model canvas, strategy canvas, brand promise, core customer, strategy sandbox and more!

Open to Accelerators, EO members, and Prospects. 

Register here

Not an EO Accelerator, but interested in learning more? Prospects are welcome to join us for the day too! Just email Stephanie at admin@eosanantonio.org if you’d like to attend.

Join us for EO San Antonio's first annual Fireside Chat and Legacy Luncheon. This year's honoree is EO alumnus Graham Weston, a visionary entrepreneur, philanthropist, and technology innovator. During the fireside chat (hosted by Huw Edwards), Graham will share his personal journey, from the early days of Rackspace to his experiences as a serial entrepreneur and philanthropist. You'll hear about the challenges he faced, the lessons he learned, and the principles that guided his success.

This exclusive, members-only event offers a unique opportunity to connect and honor local legacy EO Elumni while gaining valuable insights into the world of entrepreneurship, business leadership, and community impact.

Reserve your spot now for an afternoon of insightful conversation and networking. Register Here

About Graham Weston: Graham Weston is a renowned figure in the tech and business world. As the co-founder of Rackspace, a global cloud computing company, he played a pivotal role in transforming San Antonio into a tech hub and helped revolutionize the way businesses manage their online presence. Graham's leadership and dedication to fostering innovation have left a lasting mark on the industry.

San Antonio is embarking on the first part of a multi-year $3 billion effort to build at world-class airport in San Antonio. Join us for a EO San Antonio Member Exclusive 1:1 session with John Dickson, who has led Mayor Ron Nirenberg’s Committee for over five years by championing and advocating this game changing project.

John is a Security Evangelist, Author, Investor, and Keynote Speaker, and CEO of LASITHI SECURITY, LLP. John has advised organizations on matters on cybersecurity risk for over 25 years. John was a Principal at Denim Group where until its successful acquisition by Coalfire in 2021. He served in DESERT STORM as an Air Force intelligence officer and following that, in Air Force Information Warfare Center as a member of the Air Force Computer Emergency Response Team (AFCERT). Since the Air Force, he has played client-facing roles with companies such as Trident Data Systems, KPMG, SecureLogix, Denim Group, and Coalfire. John is also Chairman of San Antonio’s Air System Development Committee, Mayor Ron Nirenberg’s blue ribbon task force supporting the development of a world class airport facility in San Antonio.

EO San Antonio Members Register Here

Join us for Breakfast with Champions! Chris Williams, 12-year EO member and Partner at Williams, Steinert, Mask, LLP will share his story.

This informal gathering has become a chapter favorite for making deep CONNECTIONS with members you may not already know. Come grab breakfast and hear the lifeline of one of our own EO Champions as they inspire us to grow.

EO San Antonio Members Register Here

Do you have the right people in the right positions? Culture Index helps businesses achieve greatness through their people and has become an integral business strategy for over 3,500 business leaders across virtually every industry. Join us for this member exclusive event with Doug Kisgen from Culture Index and unlock your team's potential.

Doug Kisgen, organizational consultant and personality expert, will guide you through Culture Index and how to make sure you are getting the most from your team. Take advantage of this opportunity to make sure you have the right people in the right positions. Prior to the event, you will receive a link to complete the culture index survey for you and your team. You will then receive a FREE demo account for your company. Lunch will be provided.

This is an EO San Antonio Member Exclusive Event. EOSA Members Register Here

Scaling Up with EO Accelerator: CASH DAY

Have you thought about your CASH lately?

Come ready to explore and make changes in your business now!

• Is your business running well, whether you are at work or not? Are you hating most of your goals and priorities?

• Have you identified the core process that make your business thrive? Do you have a process to refine and improve your processes?

• Have you created a sales playbook and is it working to help your sales people consistently hit their targets?

• Is your own life working or are you chasing daylight every day and missing out on time for family, fitness and fun?

Members Register here

Non-Members Register Here

Join EO San Antonio as Shawn George graciously opens his river retreat to our EO families to enjoy an afternoon of sun and fun! Swim, float, eat, drink, and chill out along the shady banks of the Guadalupe River with family and EO friends. 

Bring water-shoes and a towel.

Open to EO members & EO Accelerators

Sir Richard Branson embodies the infinite possibilities in our world. He's a known visionary and a truly remarkable entrepreneur, but since he was a teen, he's always sought out entrepreneurial ways to create a positive change in the world. He spends a lot of time working with Virgin Unite, his nonprofit foundation, to tackle tough social and environmental issues around the world.

In this very special EO Powerhouse Speakers session, Sir Richard Branson joins us in a 50-minute conversation about his life, leadership, and legacy.

Register here

EO Forum Next Level is an advanced education workshop that builds upon Forum core concepts and puts these concepts into practice. You can attend with your entire forum, or on your own! Enjoy lunch from award winning Ocho and happy hour after.

WHY?

To deepen the Forum mindset, enabling Forum members to provide more value to their Forums and get more satisfaction and engagement from their EO experience.

Raise individual member Forum EQ and IQ to increase member value.

Expose participants to the latest Forum best practices.

Connect with chapter peers in a Forum experience and cultivate chapter intimacy.

Discover a Forum experience with people outside your current Forum.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Next Level is tailored to all members who have been Forum trained, and ideally, Forum placed.

AGENDA:

Morning: Upskilling (new evolution of the forum, how to do better 5% reflections, deep dives, coaching etc)

Noon: Buffet Lunch

Afternoon: Breakout forum experience with groups

Optional: Stay for Happy Hour

EO Members only, ideally forum placed.

Register here

Join us for Breakfast with Champions! This informal gathering has become a chapter favorite for making deep CONNECTIONS with members you may not already know. Come grab breakfast and hear the lifeline of one of our own EO Champions as they inspire us to grow.

Steve Ison, 22-year EO member and founder of Rebecca Creek Distillery made the leap from selling insurance to opening one of the first craft spirits distilleries in Texas, producing Rebecca Creek Whisky, Texas Ranger Whisky and Enchanted Rock Vodka. Hear his story!

Breakfast at 8:00am, 20-25 minute lifeline, discussion and out the door at 9:00am sharp.

EO Members only.

Register here

Our Chapter President, Mary Reilly-Magee, and her forum mates, Heather Tessmer, Melody Zamora and Charissa Cardinal, would like to invite you to join them for our first “Women of EOSA” Brunch. 

We’ll serve a scrumptious brunch with mimosas, meet our incoming president Aaron Watters and spend time connecting with each other. Together We Grow!

Please join us!

EO Members only.

Execution: Develop a Strategic Advantage Over Your Competitors

One common challenge that quietly sneaks up on successful growth companies is the subtle transition from excellent, precise execution to passivity, complacency, and eventually poor execution disciplines. Tightening up your execution habits can dramatically improve your gross margins and profitability while reducing the time it takes to get work done.

Have you thought about your Business Execution lately?  

·         Which one Rockefeller Habit, with focus and energy applied, will drive your great results?

·         Are you creating a culture of Accountability (and responsibility)?

·         Would your customers enthusiastically recommend your services (products) to colleagues?

·         Do you have, keep and value your Communication Rhythms without fail?

·         Have you built your Sales Playbook, Funnel Questions and are they accelerating revenue growth?

We will dive into these topics and more at our Execution Learning Day event!

REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/scaling-up-with-eo-accelerator-execution-tickets-603995194887

Open to all EO Accelerators and the First 10 EO Members to register