Envision Tahoe Venture Summit features local entrepreneurs

Event Date: 
October 20, 2023 - 8:00am

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Envision Tahoe Venture Summit will be held at the new Tahoe Blue Event Center on Friday, October 20.

This event brings together leaders and visionaries to redefine what a balanced economy looks like in the Lake Tahoe region. There is an impressive lineup of Keynote local entrepreneur speakers, including Matt Levitt,
Founder and CEO of Tahoe Blue; Dan Abrams from Flylow; Melissa Siig of Tahoe Art / Tap Haus; Chris McNamara from Gear Lab; Maria Lopez Godoy representing Waste Free Tahoe; Melinda Choy of Elevate Wellness, and Dr. Jamie Orr, founder of Co-Work Tahoe and Untethered, among others.

Tahoe breakout session leaders include Sean Fannan, founder of the Marcella Foundation; Kyle McSparron, owner of Blue Sky Electric Solutions; Jesus "Chuy" Ahumada, co-owner of Sombreros Tahoe; and Martin Macias, operations manager of Macias Power Washing.

The summit promises a day filled with engaging speakers, informative workshops, and valuable networking opportunities. The event kicks off at 8 a.m. and continues through a networking Happy Hour from 5 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Inclusivity is a core principle of the summit, with free admission for high school students and a fee reduction for college students. There are also scholarships available for anyone who has a financial hardship but would like to attend.

Here's a glimpse of the summit sessions:
Diving In - Details from our Regional Trailblazers: Gain valuable insights as entrepreneur trailblazers share their experiences and success stories. These sessions provide practical takeaways for local entrepreneurs, government officials, and business owners. These leaders have navigated challenges and achieved remarkable progress, making them a must-attend for anyone passionate about Lake Tahoe's future prosperity. There will be a special Spanish business owner session for all Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs to attend.

Future Focus - Tahoe's Opportunities: Explore the opportunities that lie ahead for the Lake Tahoe region on critical issues such as housing, tourism, transportation, entrepreneurship, and forest health. Join us as we cast a vision for a balanced economy and thriving community. This session will inspire you with innovative ideas and strategies to shape tomorrow's economic landscape, ensuring a prosperous and vibrant community for generations to come.

The Envision Tahoe Venture Summit is a pivotal gathering presented by the Tahoe Prosperity Center in partnership with Tahoe Inc., and it is poised to shape the future of a thriving local economy in Lake Tahoe.

For tickets and more information, visit https://tahoeprosperity.org/summit/.