Our Speakers

Discover their incredible stories

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We are so excited to be announcing this years incredible cast for TWSS Chicago Southland 2025! Made up of women from all over our community, our lineup of women have stories that will touch your hearts, leave you cracking up, and maybe even create some new connections.

We aim to include stories from all walks of life by women from the Chicago Southland community. We are so proud of this years cast and are already looking forward to next years. If you are interested in sharing your story from the stage, we invite you to submit an interest form letting us know a little bit more about yourself and your story.

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Crystal Baldazo

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Jennifer Fisher

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Sandra Diaz

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Lena Matariyeh

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Ashley Patrick

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Sharon Seay

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Samantha Giesey

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Angela DeMarco

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Jaina Jordan

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Are you excited to hear what stories our slate of speakers has to share? Join us on October 24, 2025 at 7:00 pm at Gaelic Park for a one-night only experience like no other.

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