Tulsa, OK • March 4-5, 2013 • Wyndham Tulsa
On Monday, March 4 – Tuesday, March 5, 2013, Tory Johnson brings Spark & Hustle to take over Tulsa for two jam-packed, high-energy days enabling you to experience big breakthroughs in your business and yourself. You’ll learn, laugh, and leave with a treasure trove of value.
Women attend our events for three main reasons: content, connections and cash.
- Learn fresh ways to build your business and boost your bottom line
- Meet prospective clients, customers, collaborators and champions
- Nail what’s necessary to maximize profits from your time and talent
That’s the Spark & Hustle advantage—come join us.
Come join us and let’s make it happen together!
Register today to take advantage of the EARLY BIRD rate:
$149.00 for the two-day event (regularly $179.00).
PURCHASE EARLY BIRD TICKETS NOW
Or try our EARLY BIRD PERFECT PAIR of tickets:
Two tickets for $278 for the two-day event (regularly $358.00).
PURCHASE EARLY BIRD PERFECT PAIR NOW
Save money and buy two tickets so you can bring a friend, family member, partner, client, collaborator—or someone you’d like to thank or honor.
Contact us for EXTREME savings on groups of 10 or more.
Student rate: If you’re a current student with a valid .edu address, email alex@sparkandhustle.com for special student rates.
Date: Monday, March 4 – Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Time: Doors open on Monday at 1:00 PM for registration and the program will begin promptly at 2:00 PM. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis so make sure to be on time! Monday will conclude at approximately 5:00 PM. Doors open on Tuesday at 8:00 AM and the program will begin promptly at 9:00 AM. Tuesday will conclude at approximately 4:00 PM.
Event Schedule
Day One
- 1:00 PM – Registration Begins
- 2:00 PM – Welcome and Program Begins (Light Snacks Served)
- 5:00 PM – Day One Ends
Day Two
- 8:00 AM – Doors Open
- 9:00 AM – Welcome and Morning Program Begins
- 12:00 PM – Lunch and Activities
- 1:00 PM – Afternoon Program Begins
- 4:00 PM – Event Ends
Join the HOST! Committee
Spark & Hustle draws on community and builds camaraderie unlike any other conference series. The attendees Tory Johnson attracts to her events are a rare breed. Yes, they’re serious about small business and they’re eager to expand their influence and boost their bottom line. But there’s a whole lot more. These are kind, curious, nice, fun, quirky, candid, determined, loyal, big-hearted, really good women—plus a handful of great men. They’re the people you want to hang out with and do business with. You don’t find that everywhere.
If this describes people you know, then we’d love for you to join the Spark & Hustle Host Committee and become a part of Tory’s Team at the event in your area.
It’s pretty simple: register yourself for at least one event and then refer registrants by reaching out to the people you know and believe would benefit from attending. (We’ll gladly send you tips on how to easily accomplish this.)
As a token of our appreciation, we’ve created a sensational benefits package to honor your support.
If you’re interested and ready to rock, please send an email to host@sparkandhustle.com letting us know which event(s) you’ve registered for and include your name, email, phone, location, a bit about you personally and professionally. Also tell us why you’re an ideal Spark & Hustle host to join Tory’s Top 20. You’ll hear back within 24 hours tops.
KEYNOTE
Dallas and Robyn Jones, co-founders of CherryBerry
In May 2010, Robyn and Dallas Jones opened the first CherryBerry Self-Serve Yogurt Bar. Both police officers during a layoff crisis, they wanted to begin a small, family-owned business that would support their family of five children. With no original intention of expanding, they were met with success as their first store began to boom in the Broken Arrow market. After being approached many times concerning expansion, they made the decision to begin expanding the CherryBerry brand. Two years later, CherryBerry has more than 100 locations, with 56 on the way and many more locations currently under contract. @CherryBerry4All
KEYNOTE
Blake Ewing, Tulsa City Councilor, entrepreneur and restaurateur
Blake Ewing is well-known for being a downtown entrepreneur and restaurateur. At age 25, he opened Joe Momma’s Pizza at 61st and Highway 169. He now owns a new location of Joe Mamma’s downtown, The Max Retropub, Boomtown Tees, Back Alley Blues & BBQ,Phoenix Cafe and Archer Market. He now sits on the Oklahoma Restaurant Association Board of Directors. He is a two-time Tulsey winner, winning the “Entrepreneur of the Year” award and “Restaurateur of the Year” award. Tulsa Business Journal also named him one of Tulsa’s “40 under 40.” @Blake_Ewing
MUSCLE MARKETING
Libby Auld, co-owner of Elote Cafe & Catering
Libby Auld is a native Tulsan. After high school, Libby attended culinary school at OSU where she interned at Rick Bayless’ Frontera Grill and Topolobampo in Chicago. In 2008 Libby opened Elote Cafe & Catering in Downtown Tulsa’s Deco District. Elote focuses on serving fresh, innovative Mexican food using local products and sustainable practices. Auld serves on the board of directors of Sustainable Tulsa and is the President of the Downtown Tulsa Deco District. She is also the chairperson for Salsafest benefiting sustainable Tulsa, Luchapalooza Benefiting the Tulsa Area United Way, Dia de Los Muertos benefiting Living Arts and The Luchador Run benefitting The YMCA Kids to camp. @elotetulsa
MUSCLE MARKETING
Morgan Harris, owner of Green Bambino
Morgan Harris opened Green Bambino, a specialty baby store, in March 2010 to give parents a resource to learn about cloth diapers and other eco-friendly choices. Morgan herself had been overwhelmed learning about cloth diapers and figured she was not alone in this. She knew she could share the knowledge she had gained since her son was born. She now works to show Oklahoma parents how cloth diapers have changed. @green_bambino
REMARKable MARKETING
Arthur Greeno, Chick-fil-A franchisee
Arthur Greeno is the owner and operator of two Chick-fil-A restaurants in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He’s accomplished 2 Guinness World Records, the latest being a 1140 Gallon 9-ft tall sweet cup of sweet tea. Arthur has a love of learning and teaching things like leadership, marketing, and creativity. Teaching his team and others about how they need to honor their guests is an integral part of his business model. @arthurgreeno
AN ALL-NEW PRESENTATION TO BOOST YOUR BIZ WITH EMAIL + SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING
Julie Niehoff, Director, Field Education and Development at Constant Contact
Julie Niehoff is a speaker, writer and strategist with more than 20 years in technology marketing. In her role as Director, Field Education & Development for Constant Contact, Julie oversees program development and presenter training for the company’s global education initiative, providing free, live, local seminars to an average of 35,000 small businesses and nonprofits each month across the US, Canada and the UK. Julie joined Constant Contact in 2006 as one of the company’s first Regional Development Directors and has coached more than 500,000 small businesses and nonprofit professionals. She was named a top Small Business Influencer for 2011 by Small Business Trends Magazine and SmallBusinessTechnology.com. @julieniehoff @constantcontact
SALES FOR SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS
Clint Howard, founder of Tulsa Fitness Systems
Clint Howard, MS, CPT has been sharing his passion for fitness since 1998 as a fitness and fat loss expert, certified personal trainer, physical therapy assistant, and University of Oklahoma Exercise Science instructor and strength & conditioning coach. Clint is recognized as one of the most successful personal trainers in the country. He serves on the fitness department advisory board for Tulsa Community Care College and was one of the founding members of the APPT (Association of Professional Personal Trainers). Clint is a featured writer for the Fitness Expert Network as well as several local and national publications. @tulsafitness
SALES FOR SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS
Sarah Pendergraft, owner of Pen Weddings
Former news reporter, producer and anchor Sarah Pendergraft has always had a passion for storytelling. Over the past five years, Sarah and her husband Rick have used that same passion to create one of the most sought after wedding film companies in the region. With weddings as far away as Boston and the Florida Keys, they believe authenticity and creativity are two of the biggest keys to their success. @PenWeddings
SALES FOR SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS
Lisa Regan, owner of Garden Deva Sculpture Company
Lisa Regan has been cutting metal for almost twenty years. After finding success selling her sculptures at regional art fairs, she took the plunge in 1996, quitting her “9 to 5 pantyhose job,” and going into business for herself. Since then, Garden Deva Sculpture Company has done things that Lisa could have only dreamed were possible. She has gone from sculpting with scrap metal and a borrowed torch, to owning her own building & equipment and working with her family. Her work can be seen all over Tulsa; in museums, parks, schools, libraries, restaurants, youth centers and private collections. @GardenDeva
PROGRAM LEADER
Jenn Lee, Coach Jenn Lee
National Speaker, Small Business Advisor, Media Commentator and Life Coach Jenn Lee isn’t letting anyone or anything stop her from helping women entrepreneurs get busy in their business, get real about their plan, and get GOing towards their GOals! Right to the point with a good dose of humor, Jenn’s Go-Getter attitude and creative strategies quickly landed her a regular spot on Orlando’s FOX Morning show, a regular guest on BLOG talk radio shows and has been featured in publications like Redbook, CBS MoneyWatch, Entrepreneur and SUCCESS Magazine and was recognized as A Woman to Watch by Orlando Womens’ Magazine. @CoachJennLee
Location: Wyndham Tulsa is centrally located in the heart of southeast Tulsa with easy access to highways, and is within minutes from Tulsa International Airport, Broken Arrow, Port of Catoosa, Tulsa Expo Square, downtown Tulsa as well as local corporate offices and entertainment districts in Tulsa. Located in southeast Tulsa, the Wyndham Tulsa offers guests convenient access to Hwy 169 and Hwy 51. Spark & Hustle will be held in the Grand Ballroom on the first floor.
The Wyndham Tulsa
10918 East 41st Street
Tulsa, OK 74146
(918) 627-5000
Parking: There is ample complimentary parking on site.
Partner Hotel: Wyndham Tulsa
The Wyndham Tulsa
10918 East 41st Street
Tulsa, OK 74146
(918) 627-5000
Click here to visit the Wyndham Tulsa website.
We’ve negotiated super low rates just for you!
Standard Single/Double rooms are available for $79.00 per night.
These rates are available until February 17, 2013 or until all rooms are filled.
To reserve your room, call (918) 627-5000. Don’t forget to mention our group name – SPARK & HUSTLE – to receive the exclusive rate.
Register today to reserve your room. Space is limited.
National Sponsors
Constant Contact’s leading email marketing, social media marketing, event marketing, local deals, digital storefronts, and online surveys — supported by free KnowHow, personalized coaching, and award-winning product support — help all types of small businesses and organizations find new customers, drive repeat business, and generate referrals. @constantcontact
On May 6th, applications for the 2013 Huggies MomInspired Grant Program open. You’ll be able to apply for your chance to receive $15,000 in capital as well as business resources at HuggiesMomInspired.com to help you channel your moments of ingenuity into products that help improve the lives of children and parents! @huggies
Hail Merry is a snack food company born out of the yoga culture that celebrates raw plant-based oils. Their truly great-tasting recipes are consciously prepared to protect the integrity of the pure ingredients they source, offering an unparalleled taste experience. At Hail Merry they seek to nurture each other, their employees, customers and families. Their award-winning non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan and kosher certified snacks and desserts are created and manufactured in Dallas, Texas. @HailMerrySnacks
Customer Service
Call: 212-290-2600
Email: info@sparkandhustle.com
How long will tickets be available?
Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and space is limited in each location. We cannot guarantee that tickets will be available until a certain date.
Will food be provided?
Light snacks and beverages will be provided on day one. Lunch, light snacks and beverages will be provided on day two. Be sure to have lunch prior to arriving on the first day as it will not be served. Be sure to have breakfast prior to arriving to the second day as it will not be served.
What should I wear?
Our event is business casual. No sweats, sneakers or sloppy attire! Check Accuweather.com the night before you pack.
What should I bring?
We suggest you bring business cards and/or any other marketing materials that might be helpful when networking with the other attendees. You never know who you’ll meet, but we know incredible connections are always made. If you have a laptop, you’re welcome to bring it, but it’s by no means necessary.
Is early check-in available?
No, registration will open at 1:00 PM. Entry is not permitted prior to that time.
What if I’m late?
The conference will begin promptly at 2:00 PM and we strongly recommend that you arrive on time so as not to miss any of the sessions! However, if you do arrive late, (these things happen!) don’t worry, registration will remain open throughout the entire event.
Will the conference be available on DVD?
No, the conference will not be available on DVD. Designed to be highly interactive, Spark & Hustle conferences are in-person events only. We’ve selected 15 cities around the country to make it easy for everyone to experience the Spark & Hustle energy!
Will I be able to re-enter the event if I need to step out for a moment?
Yes, just make sure your name badge is visible. This will allow conference staff to confirm that you are a registered attendee of the event.
Are cameras allowed?
Yes, but we have one rule around here about cameras – and we’re pretty strict about it. You may only post photos of us that look good! No half-closed eyes, no double-chins, you get the idea. And we’ll do the same for you. Our staff will share photos of you looking your absolute best. Deal? Deal.
Are cell phones allowed?
Yes, but we ask that you kindly turn your phone to silent before entering the event out of respect for our speakers and for your fellow attendees.
Are laptops allowed?
Yes, but we cannot guarantee that the venue will have wireless internet. Please contact a Spark & Hustle team member at (212) 290-2600 for questions on internet availability in a specific location.
Can men attend?
Men are welcome and encouraged to attend Spark & Hustle!
Will the event have wheelchair access?
Yes, all event spaces have wheelchair access. For questions about accommodations for the impaired, contact the Spark & Hustle team at (212) 290-2600.
Can I cancel my ticket if I’ve already paid?
Since space is limited at each of our events, we do not offer refunds if you opt not to attend. You may transfer your fully paid ticket to another person as long as it’s prior to five days before the event start.To make any kind of transfer, you must notify the Spark & Hustle event management team by phone at 212.290.2600 or email at info@sparkandhustle.com. Your request is not confirmed until you receive an acknowledgment of receipt from our staff. By registering for an event, you acknowledge that you understand and agree to these terms.
Can I purchase tickets on site?
No, tickets must be purchased online.
