Odessa Chamber of Commerce
Odessa Chamber of Commerce is a business advocacy organization focused on economic growth in Odessa, Ector County, and the Permian Basin.
AUDIENCE: 300 local businesswomen and community leaders
LOCATION: Odessa, Texas
CHALLENGE: To empower and inspire women leaders at the 2nd Annual SheCan Women’s Conference with a message of resilience and possibility.
CARA BROOKINS’ SOLUTION:
Delivered keynote: “Rise & Resilience: A True Story” (50 minutes)
Hosted lengthy book signing to connect with attendees
Coordinated through Keppler Speakers Bureau
The Odessa Chamber of Commerce, a powerhouse of economic development in West Texas, hosted its 2nd Annual SheCan Women’s Conference to elevate the voices of female business leaders and community builders. The event gathered more than 300 local women and professionals in Odessa, all eager to find renewed energy and clarity in their professional and personal journeys.
Cara Brookins took the stage with her keynote, “Rise & Resilience: A True Story,” delivering a raw and powerful narrative about building her own home while rebuilding her life. Her message struck a deep chord with the crowd, many of whom face their own challenges in leadership and entrepreneurship.
Following her keynote, Cara remained onsite for a book signing, creating space for personal connections and deeper reflection. Her presentation offered not just motivation but a blueprint for action, transforming adversity into momentum. The event was a milestone moment for the Chamber’s leadership initiative, providing attendees with a keynote experience they wouldn’t soon forget.
