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Friday, April 17, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Idaho State University 
Student Union
Parking is free in lot at 5th & Humbolt.  Carpooling recommended!

KEYNOTE

Meg Bucaro Keynote speaker

Meg Bucaro

Put on Your Big Girl Pants! 

When we spend our working hours communicating without purpose, then wonder why we don’t secure that client or miss out on the promotion... 

We feel, well, stuck.

Human beings are judged every day by how we show up, personally and professionally.  Our communication style–what we say and how we say it–has become the basis for how others view us and (ultimately) treat us. 

Learn how to show up with purpose and power with Meg’s keynote, which shows how our communication behaviors dictate our future success.

2026 PITCH OFF!

Teams of student entrepreneurs pitch their ideas for new products and a services.
You Decide Who Wins the Prize Money.

WORKSHOPS

Diane Hamilton

Diane Hamilton

"Compassionate Conversations"


Shared experiences and common ground deepen safety and trust within teams.  Participants will learn listening skills that strengthen sameness, use embodied awareness to regulate the nervous system, and practice including differences in ways that build depth rather than threat.
This workshop will present twice so all can participate.
 

Meet Diane
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Alicia Pino

"Making AI Work for YOU"

Build effective prompt skills and explore real examples of how small businesses are using AI to streamline tasks, generate ideas, and improve everyday operations. 

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Kim Sherman-Labrum

"You CANva"

Use Canva’s free tools to easily create polished graphics, social posts, flyers, and videos that elevate your online presence.

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​Speed Networking

Hosted by

Ann Swanson & Claudia Allen

Everybody network!  New format for 2026: Smaller groups and shorter time frame.  

 

Based on the popularity of this event, all attendees will have the opportunity to participate.

$50 INDIVIDUAL

admission & lunch for 1

$120 VENDOR TABLE

admission & lunch for 1 + table

$400 COMPANY TABLE

CONTACT US

2026 Women's Business Symposium

Friday, April 17, 2026 

8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Idaho State University Student Union

921 S. 8th Avenue

Pocatello, Idaho

​Ann - Operations

208-282-4402

swanann@isu.edu

Claudia  - Attendees

208-241-3822

alleclau@isu.edu

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The Idaho SBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not reflect the views of the SBA. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Please contact: 208-282-4402.

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