THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2025
The Rewind Hotel, 6075 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266
FemCity Business Members will receive a discount.
Not a member? Visit FemCity Des Moines to learn more.
ABOUT
The Beyond Business Conference invites everyone to a day of personal and professional growth. This conference will provide a platform for all women & gender non-conforming people to share their knowledge and business with others. The day will be full of community, uplifting each other and opportunities to connect with others whether you own a business or support all the remarkable things others are doing. This will not be your classic business conference. It will be a full day of everything that FemCity embodies: a place to connect, collaborate and collectively succeed all in a safe space and community that supports and leads with positivity.
SPONSOR
Sponsorship opportunities are open! The Beyond Business Conference would not be possible without the support of our generous sponsors. We offer many packages to help spread the word about your organization to thousands of women in Des Moines.
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KEYNOTE SPEAKER
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Break the Rules, Build Your Life: The Power of Bold Moves
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Playing it safe won’t lead to a life of impact, joy, or true fulfillment. In this empowering keynote, Steph challenges the status quo and inspires audiences to step outside their comfort zones, trust their inner voice, and take bold action—no matter how unconventional it may seem.
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Through powerful storytelling and real-life examples, Steph reveals how going against the grain isn’t just about rebellion—it’s about alignment, courage, and creating a life that’s truly yours. If you’re ready to stop waiting and start living boldly, this talk will ignite the fire within you to take action now.
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About Steph
Steph Strauss is a professional speaker, success coach, and actress, as well as the host of the motivational podcast Show Up to Go Up. She empowers women, and moms, to overcome self-doubt and create the impact they desire. Having battled low self-worth, perfectionism, and the fear of failure, Steph knows firsthand how fear can keep you stuck. Through healing, growth, and bold action, she discovered that success isn’t one-size-fits-all—it’s about embracing your unique path with confidence. Now, she’s on a mission to help others break free from limiting beliefs, step into their power, and live boldly as their most authentic selves.
Steph Strauss
SPECIAL GUEST
About Violette
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With over two decades of entrepreneurial experience, she launched her first business at the age of 22 — and has been passionate about growth, strategy, and sisterhood ever since. As the Founder of FemCity®, her mission is to help women elevate their wealth, amplify their impact, and build lives and businesses rooted in balance, prosperity, and joy.
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She has walked the path of uncertainty, doubt, and feeling alone while building something big, and she never wants you to feel that way. That’s why she is committed to creating innovative resources, educational tools, and empowering spaces to help you succeed on your terms.
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Through webinars, coaching, in-person gatherings, and the power of our global community, she is here to support your journey — whether you’re starting fresh, scaling with soul, or simply seeking connection with like-minded women who believe in collaboration over competition.
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You deserve success with soul — and she is here to help you create it.
Violette de Ayala
2025 SPEAKERS
If you have a story to tell, a lesson to share, or an idea that could empower women in business, this is your moment.
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We are looking for speakers who can inspire, educate, and spark real growth — whether it's a professional topic, a personal journey, or a powerful mix of both. If you have something meaningful to share, we want to hear from you!
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Applications are open NOW through May 30.
