
EmpowHER Brand
Empowering Women through Branding
We’re proud to spotlight our sponsors as integral partners in empowering women and creating lasting connections.
Check out the EmpowHER Sponsors below. Attendees receive special offers & access from sponsors
What is the EmpowHER Brand Event?
EmpowHER Brand is a dynamic event crafted to elevate and connect women & through impactful learning about branding, personal brand, mentorship, leadership insights, and strategic networking.
Designed to spark bold conversations around breaking barriers, navigating career challenges, and leading with influence, this event brings together rising branding professionals for authentic dialogue and growth.
As part of the EmpowHER Series, it champions intentional mentorship and empowers women to ask tough questions, build lasting connections, and step into leadership with confidence.
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EmpowHER Brand; CO-ED Happy Hour
Wednesday July 30th
4:30-7:30pm
Fogo de Chao – Towson -
EmpowHER BRAND: Empowering Women through Branding
Thursday, August 21st, 2025
4:30-7:30pm
Palisades of Towson
OUR SPEAKERS
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Shayna Hardy
I see beauty. Beauty is all around us. We are told every day what is “supposed” to be beautiful. I want to see your beauty.
That means knowing and connecting with you to find out what is inside of you, who you are and what is important to you. No matter who is in front of my camera, a woman, a family or a professional I look to what makes them unique. Then and only then can I create a portrait that truly tells their story in a way that is authentic to their personality and style.
Every person was created. Created uniquely for a purpose and a beautifully designed artwork will showcase that beauty.
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Tammi Thomas
As TEDCO’s Chief Development & Marketing Officer, Tammi is primarily responsible for the overall strategic direction, leadership, execution and management of TEDCO’s marketing and fundraising strategies designed to broaden awareness of and resources for TEDCO and its various programs; this includes the development and implementation of the organization’s brand, marketing, and communications strategy.
Her leadership and knowledge are instrumental in forging relationships that will enable TEDCO to expand their reach and services, diversify resources and grow the innovation ecosystem as well as establishing TEDCO as the most recognized organization in Maryland for identifying, investing in, and growing technology-based businesses. Driven by this mission, she serves as TEDCO’s internal subject expert on media and public relations, social media, brand messaging, marketing, and special events.
Her resume includes C-suite positions as the Vice President of Strategic Management at Data Solutions & Technology Inc., a full-service technology solutions provider; and as the Director of Business Development and Marketing at the University of Maryland Baltimore County’s Research Park & Business Incubator. Additionally, Tammi’s professional expertise was sought after to teach the next generation of communicators as an adjunct professor at Bowie State University and the University of Baltimore. She frequently speaks and publishes on such topics as leadership, entrepreneurship, and business development.
Tammi has been recognized by her industry peers for excellence in communication and marketing. She has received the Maryland Economic Development Association’s Marketing award for TEDCO’s Entrepreneur Expo (2020), the Cybersecurity Association of Maryland’s 2017 Cybersecurity Industry Resource Award, the AMA Baltimore's MX Award for Best Print Advertisement Campaign of the Year (2022 and 2023), was named one of The Daily Record’s Top 100 Women in Maryland (2023), and most recently received a Distinguished Women Award from the Girl Scouts of Central Maryland (2024). She graduated from Leadership Maryland's Class of 2018, completing the eight-month hands-on learning program focused on the State's most vital social, economic and environmental issues.
She serves on the World Trade Center Institute's CEO Council, Maryland Energy Innovation Institute Investment Committee, the Maryland Momentum Fund Advisory Board and MEDA Board of Directors, where she is currently serving as President.
Tammi earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Alabama State University and an MBA from the University of Baltimore.
OUR SPONSORS
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Nachman Executive Consulting
Partnership. Trust. Performance. Complimentary consultation to help solve your business goals.
LinkedIn: Sherry Nachman
Facebook: Nachman Consulting
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Nguyen Roche Sutton
We provide representation for Corporate, Litigation, Criminal, Personal Injury, and Family Law.
Facebook: Follow Us
LinkedIN: Connect with Us
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Shayna Hardy Photography
Boudoir, Personal Branding or Headshots – you deserve to know you are seen. Portraits to feel seen.
Facebook Group: Join VIP Group
Instagram: Follow Along in IG
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Strategic Factory
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Full Circle Boards
Food is special. It brings us together. We all gather around the food! We believe it should be nourishing – taste amazing – and look beautiful.
Facebook: Follow along on Facebook
Instagram: See us on IG
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Tall Small Productions
We curate the strategies you and your team need to boost your communication skills and coach you through the process in an interactive style.
LinkedIn: Connect with Rebecca
Facebook: Follow TallSmall
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Palisades of Towson
Luxury apartments that present a variety of exquisite features and amenities designed to enhance residents’ lifestyles.
Facebook: Follow us On Facebook
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Towson Chamber of Commerce
Towson. The center of it all. Stay up to date on the latest happenings in the area.
LinkedIn: Towson Chamber of Commerce
Facebook: Stay up to date
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United Rentals
Equipment. Expertise. Reliability. Comprehensive rental solutions to power your projects and keep you moving forward.
Facebook: Follow us on Facebook
LinkedIn: Connect with us on LinkedIn
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Trademark Properties
Community. Vision. Value. Results. Full-service real estate solutions to unlock potential and drive property success.
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Graced Productions
The goal is to capture beautiful in-between moments that make your story so special
LinkedIn: Connect on LinkedIn
Instagram: Graced Productions
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Fogo de Chão
Tradition. Flavor. Experience. Authentic Brazilian steakhouse dining, crafted for celebration and connection.
Facebook: Follow us on Facebook
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First Citizens Bank
Your trusted financial partner for personal, business and wealth management needs
Facebook: Follow us On Facebook
LinkedIn: Connect with Nely on LinkedIn
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Baltimore Magazine
The best in Baltimore since 1907. Find all the best in food, shopping, sports, things to do and so much more.
LinkedIn: Baltimore Magazine
Facebook: Baltimore Magazine
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Flowers & Fancies
Light up any occasion with beautiful arrangements for everyone.
LinkedIn: Connect with Us on LinkedIn
Instagram: Follow us On IG
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Vault Payment Solutions
Security. Innovation. Partnership. Custom payment solutions designed to streamline operations, boost cash flow, and fuel business growth.
LinkedIn: Connect With Us
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MOJO CREATIVE DIGITAL
MOJO is a creative digital agency. We provide unparalleled design and campaign services to bridge any medium of communication.
LinkedIn: MOJO | Creative Digital
Facebook: Find Us Here
Non-Profit Beneficiary
Marian House
20% of all ticket proceeds from EmpowHER LAW Happy Hour & EmpowHER Brand event will be donated to Marian House
Marian House is a holistic, healing community for women and their children who are in need of housing and rehabilitative services. We provide a safe, sober, and loving environment that challenges women to respect and love themselves, confront emotional and socioeconomic barriers, and transition to stable and independent lives.
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