Formerly named the Duarte Women’s Business Expo, the event was the creation of the late city of Duarte Mayor and Councilmember Tzeitel Paras-Caracci with the intent of hosting a day for current and aspiring women business owners to learn and grow. Recognizing that the COVID-19 pandemic changed the work and family dynamics for many women, this year’s organizers renamed the event to the San Gabriel Valley Women’s Summit to expand the audience to women throughout the San Gabriel Valley coming from all walks of life, career paths, and different times within their workforce journey. Whether pivoting careers, returning from caregiving, or just getting started, this year’s theme, “Hello, Women of 2023!” welcomes all women to learn, grow, and support each other together.
