ULV to host Women in Business Summit

ULV to host Women in Business Summit

Marcella Camberos, MBA '10, EdD '22, founder of the Women in Business Summit, returns to ULV on March 21 to inspire the next generation of leaders. (Courtesy Marcella Camberos)

Daylong Event Showcases Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Career Pathways for Women and Students

The Women in Business Summit will bring together leaders, students, and professionals at the University of La Verne for a daylong event focused on leadership, entrepreneurship, and emerging models in commerce. Founded and led by alumna Marcella Camberos, MBA '10, EdD '22, the summit will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, and breakout sessions highlighting a variety of career pathways.

Camberos, a first-generation Latina with more than 20 years of experience in human resources and career development, said the University of La Verne was a natural setting for the event. She earned both her master's and doctoral degrees at the university and has remained connected to its academic and community-oriented mission.

"The University of La Verne shaped me in every way," Camberos said. "It was a safe space where I was allowed to ask questions, and the faculty were accessible and invested in our growth."

Speakers and panelists at the March 21 summit at the Campus Center Ballroom represent a variety of industries, including brick-and-mortar businesses, e-commerce, hybrid business models, and technology-driven platforms. Sessions are designed to provide attendees with practical insight into entrepreneurship and career development.

"If you're going to come to this summit, you're going to see a variety of business models," Camberos said. "There's really something for everybody, whether you're a student, an emerging leader, or someone already running a business."

The event also highlights women of color in leadership roles, an intentional focus for Camberos. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, ULV provides a context that aligns with the summit's emphasis on representation and access to leadership opportunities.

"I would have loved to see a successful Latina keynote speaker when I was a student," Camberos said. "This summit is about showing what's possible and making those pathways visible."

Camberos currently leads Velvet Anchor, a leadership development company focused on supporting women, particularly women of color, in building leadership skills and professional confidence. "Coming back to the University of La Verne feels like coming home," Camberos said. "It's meaningful to bring this event to the place that played such a big role in my journey."

Learn more about the Women in Business Summit.

Faculty, staff, and alumni are also eligible for a discounted ticket with the coupon code provided below.

Student Ticket Coupon Code: ULVSTUDENT
Faculty/Staff/Alumni Coupon Code: ULVALUM