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Entrepreneurs, Business and Community Leaders on Hand for ‘Women Do Everything’ Summit and Career Expo at Georgia State University: The inaugural summit, happening Saturday, Oct. 1, includes panel discussions, one-on-one networking and a career expo curated for women trying to find profitable new opportunities in a post-pandemic economy
I am excited to unveil the next chapter of our company. We have so many amazing opportunities and new partnerships. I'm looking forward to working with the public and private sectors in fulfilling our mission!
Tonya Hicks, President and CEO, Power Solutions International tells Paul Soleman of PBS, "I had a foreman to tell me that all Black women do is get fat, have a bunch of kids and collect welfare."
Tonya says, "I got where I am today through hard work and determination. It was not easy; it’s very challenging to compete in this male dominated field. I overcome the challenges with prayer and perseverance."
A CEO in the construction industry, Tonya Hicks is driven to provide women with skills for upward mobility.
Tonya Hicks disguised her gender for credibility: "Usually when they find out you're a woman you get paid less."
Tonya Hicks is the type of women that brings a lot to the table: love, support, intelligence, wisdom, purpose, class, ambition, and drive.
While Tonya Hicks admittedly has been through some tough years as her business has gained traction, her biggest return has been “empowering women economically,” she said. “Being a boss is giving other people an opportunity to make money and to help them grow,” she said. “Not until you are building up another person are you a true leader.”
A New York Times article as a part of the Women and Leadership special section: Tonya Hicks, an electrician, overcame discrimination and sexual harassment. She now runs her own growing business.
Tonya continues to be a trailblazer in the construction industry. She is among the 3% of female electricians and one of the 5.2% of women-owned construction businesses in the United States.
For her second act, Hicks is starting another business, with support as one of the 15 inaugural members of the Women’s Entrepreneurship Initiative (WEI), a brand-new, city-funded incubator for women-owned businesses in Atlanta.
Every woman needs to be at this conference. Don't let your friends miss out on this life-changing event!