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The Financial Pulse: Stories from Vermont’s Business Frontlines

November 20, 2025 @ 7:30 am – 6:30 pm
Join us at Hula for a day of financial learning, connection, and storytelling from leaders on the frontlines of Vermont’s business landscape. Presented by EastRise, this in-person event will provide valuable insights from industry experts, and an opportunity to network with like-minded individuals. Whether you’re a business professional or business owner, the sessions will help to guide you to the next step in achieving your financial goals.
Featured speakers include Executive Director and Co-Founder of The Vermont Professionals of Color Network Tinotenda Rutanhira, Vermont State Treasurer Mike Pieciak, Department of Labor Economist Matt Barewicz, and Habitat for Humanity of Rutland Executive Director Rebekah Stephens.
The event is free of charge, and includes complimentary breakfast, lunch, and parking. We hope to see you there.
Sign up for one session, or all! You can choose. Here is the agenda for the day:
8:00 am – 9:00 am: Session 1 (Case Study) Rooted in Reality: Tackling Vermont’s Business Challenges
9:30 am – 10:30 am: Session 2 (Panel Discussion) Navigating the Financial Forces Shaping Business Today
11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Session 3 (Storytelling) Cord by Cord, Nail by Nail: Community at the Core
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm: Networking Lunch
12:30 pm – 4:00 pm: Session 4 One-On-One Expert Sessions – Registration will be on the day of the event
4:00 pm – 6:30 pm: Session 5 Networking, Cocktails, and Trivia – No registration required
