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CrossFit Athlete, Speaker, and Trainer

“Being a panelist at my first Heels and Handshakes event was such a great experience. I’ll be honest, I was a little nervous walking in, but everyone was so warm and welcoming. The setting felt professional but still relaxed, which made the conversation of the panel flow easily. I was especially impressed as I spoke to people attending the event. Everyone was kind, engaged, and quick to offer introductions or support. It’s clear this community is doing exactly what it was created for, and I’d encourage anyone considering the opportunity to step onto the panel to say yes.”

TV Host

“Each and every time I have had the pleasure of attending a Heels and Handshakes event, I have been blown away at the level of production and consideration that went into creating such a network of diverse, unique, & abundant group - so when the opportunity to actually BE a speaker was presented, it felt like a no-brainer!

I showed up ready to inspire, but I left with my cup full of inspiration from my fellow panelists. God was on my side that day, and a particular speaker had the exact set of skills I needed to help me prepare for one of the biggest moments of my life - and I aced it thanks to her! What a testimony to the fruitful connections that can be made when you show up in support of helping other women!”

Founder & CEO AE Entertainment

“I had the privilege of moderating a Heels & Handshakes panel with four extraordinary women, and it was nothing short of inspiring. The room was filled with nearly 200 (I guessed on this) female entrepreneurs, executives and local leaders who came together to build relationships, share stories, and be encouraged by one another’s experiences. What Shannen has created with Heels & Handshakes is more than an event; it’s a community where women from all backgrounds feel seen, supported, and empowered to take the next step in their businesses and lives. The energy in the room was welcoming, the connections were authentic, and the conversations were transformative. This is exactly the kind of space high-impact female leaders need to not only grow but also pour into others.”

Amazon Music Country Heat Weekly Podcast Host

“It was an honor to moderate the International Women’s Day panel with Heels & Handshakes. As a podcast host, I’m used to guiding conversations, but this one was special—the energy in the room, the stories shared, and the collective commitment to lifting women in business was powerful. I walked away inspired and grateful to be part of such a meaningful event.”