Cape Chamber Women’s Network to host annual Women in Business celebration
FOX23 News at 9 p.m.
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Chamber Women’s Network will host its fourth annual Women in Business: At the Heart of It All celebration Sept. 18 at the Drury Plaza Hotel Conference Center.
The event will bring together women from across the region for professional networking and conversations about leadership, career growth and community impact.
Amy Phillips of CannonDesign will deliver the keynote address on leadership, resilience and the experiences that have shaped her career. Phillips was named one of St. Louis’ Most Influential Businesswomen in 2025.
A panel discussion will feature three local business and community leaders:
Grayson Erlbacher of Erlbacher Gear & Machine
Casey Brunke with the city of Cape Girardeau
Robin Tolbert of KT Power
Doors will open at 10:15 a.m., followed by a welcome from 2026 Women’s Network Chair Deshae Gilbert at 10:45 a.m. The panel discussion will begin at 11 a.m., followed by lunch at noon and Phillips’ keynote address at 1 p.m. The event will conclude at 2 p.m.
The celebration will be held at the Drury Plaza Hotel Conference Center, 3351 Percy Drive. Tickets are now available.
