David Quinn, a seasoned Certified Economic Development Professional serving as Interim Economic Manager for the town of Fairview, is pleased to announce the ‘We Inspire TX - Women’s Entrepreneurs Summit,’ which will be held for the third year in a row on November 15th, 2024. “This full-day event is dedicated to inspiring women entrepreneurs in launching, growing, and building their own businesses,” Quinn says.
Known to his friends and associates as Super Dave, Quinn has always loved the motto ‘Keep it Country.’ “Some might think the saying is a little corny, but I believe it stands for growth with intention,” he states. “I see this principle at work in the town of Fairview, which offers a great environment for small business owners. The open spaces with grazing livestock and the charming small village decor adjacent to City Hall are not only inviting to the public, but also offer the perfect setting for small business ventures ready to set up their brick-and-mortar locations. I am thrilled to be working hand in hand with so many small businesses that have recently opened. They are adding to the charm and diversity of this town. The town of Fairview is offering them incentives and support because we understand that small businesses have always been the backbone of our nation.”
“There’s an incredible amount of talent hidden in the world,” Quinn adds. “Our aim is to encourage small entrepreneurs not only to take that first step in establishing a business, but to give them the confidence to take the next step.”
When it comes to women in business, Quinn acknowledges that women are often uniquely talented. He recalls Mary Kay Ash, who built a cosmetic empire with a $30,000 insurance inheritance after her husband passed away. Then there was the widow who founded Baird's Bread. “Today, Mrs. Baird could have used our ghost kitchen to test her product,” Quinn says. “It probably would have made life easier.”
Over the years, Quinn has come to realize that the reason some women hesitate to take the first step in starting or expanding a business is due to self-doubt. “That’s what I call ‘trash talk’ that takes place in their heads,” he says. “It often gets in the way of what they want to accomplish. This is why the We Inspire Women’s Entrepreneurial Event has proven to be so popular with women who are either in the process of developing a business or taking it to the next level. This venue helps women realize they are not alone. We help them connect to resources and bring them together in a safe space where they can be inspired and informed. In this one-day event, they will hear from professional women who are not only leaders in their fields but also have inspiring life stories.”
The town of Fairview also offers small office space, vendor space, and kitchen facilities for aspiring chefs or food service entrepreneurs. The ghost kitchen is available not only for women entrepreneurs but also for the young people attending the Youth Entrepreneurship Summit a few days later.
The Youth Entrepreneurship Summit will be held on November 13th from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. There will be three keynote speakers from diverse backgrounds who will inspire and inform. Their amazing stories will demonstrate that certain principles can be applied to help achieve success in any field. After the last speaker, there will be a power panel with a moderator.
Equally popular is the Youth Entrepreneurship Summit, which will take place the following Saturday at the same location. “This event is extremely popular,” Quinn states. “Last year, it sold out in one week. During this event, we have strict guidelines for parents. They can act as staff, but we insist that the participating teen does the most important part of the work, such as demonstrating and interacting with the audience. A teen who participated last year had started his business in the eighth grade.”
“The popularity of these events is amazing,” Quinn adds. “Last year’s audiences surpassed expectations, with many people coming from distant areas to attend.”
The ‘We Inspire TX Women’s Entrepreneurial’ event will be held on November 13th in the Heritage Building from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The ‘Youth Entrepreneurship Summit’ will take place the following Saturday at the same location. The address is 372 Town Place, Fairview, Texas. Call 972-562-0522 for information.
“There’s an incredible amount of talent hidden in the world,”
“The popularity of these events is amazing,” Quinn adds. “Last year’s audiences surpassed expectations, with many people coming from distant areas to attend.”