WOMEN'S POWER SERIES AND THE RITZ-CARLTON, SOUTH BEACH ANNOUNCE THIRD ANNUAL WOMEN'S POWER BREAKFAST IN CELEBRATION OF INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S MONTH

Created by luxury real-estate developers Dayssi Olarte de Kanavos and Sophia Kanavos with a vision to empower and elevate women to reach new heights, this year's event will take place on March 31, 2025, with 100% of ticket sales supporting Women of Tomorrow

Featuring prominent female CEOs, founders and entrepreneurs breaking barriers in their fields, the event will offer an unparalleled platform for networking, knowledge-sharing and collaboration

MIAMI, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Women's Power Series, in partnership with The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach, announces its third annual Women's Power Breakfast, which will take place on Monday, March 31st at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach from 9am to 1:30pm. Founded by mother-daughter team and luxury real estate developers Dayssi Olarte de Kanavos and Sophia Kanavos, this highly anticipated event continues its mission to empower and elevate women to reach new heights in business, society and culture. Tickets are on sale now, and 100% of proceeds will benefit Women of Tomorrow, an organization dedicated to mentoring and empowering at-risk young women to achieve their full potential.

This year's theme, "Accelerate Action," mirrors the global call to action set by International Women's Day 2025 and will spark dynamic conversations among influential women leaders. The event will feature breakout discussions on pivotal topics and industries, including Social Content Creation, Fashion & Beauty and Tech & AI, offering attendees valuable insights into the evolving landscape of women's leadership.

The ticketed event will kick off with a networking breakfast courtesy of the José Andrés Group, followed by opening remarks from founders Dayssi Olarte de Kanavos and Sophia Kanavos, before guests enjoy panel discussions and a special keynote from Sol Rashidi, Data & AI Specialist, best-selling author and one of Forbes 50 Most Powerful Women in Tech. Jennifer Valoppi, esteemed news anchor and President of Women of Tomorrow, will return for the second year to serve as the event's Master of Ceremonies, bringing her expertise and passion for empowering women to the stage. Panelists will include notable female leaders as listed below, with additional names to follow:

• Fashion & Beauty:
  • Elysze Held, Stylist and Fashion Editor – Moderator
  • Johanna Ortiz, Fashion Designer – Speaker
  • Randi Shinder, Beauty Entrepreneur, Founder and CEO – Speaker
  • Regina Tseikhin, Founder of the Beauty Box – Speaker
  • Shrankhla Holecek, Founder of UMA – Speaker
• Tech & AI:
  • Sol Rashidi, Data & AI Specialist and best-selling author – Moderator
  • Felicita Sandoval, Founder & CEO of SENP-X – Speaker
  • Katya Fisher, Founder and CEO – Speaker
  • Stephanie Sylvestre, Co-Founder of Avatar Buddy – Speaker
• Content Creation & Social Media:
  • Kelly Blanco, NBC News Reporter  – Moderator
  • Cass Dimicco, Designer and Founder of Aureum Collective – Speaker
  • Sarah Harrelson, Founder and EIC of Cultured Mag – Speaker
  • Valeria Lipovetsky, Content Creator and Entrepreneur – Speaker

Lead sponsor for this year's event is luxury real estate development company Flag Luxury Group, with additional sponsorship from global hospitality leader Marriott International and The Ritz-Carlton Residences, South Beach, a landmark residential development owned by Sobe Sky Development, a partnership between the Ben-Josef, Lowenstein and Kanavos families.

"Empowering women isn't just a mission—it's a personal passion. The Women's Power Breakfast is about amplifying voices, fostering meaningful connections and ensuring that every woman in the room feels seen, valued and inspired to take action. It's an honor to stand alongside such incredible leaders who are shaping the future of some of the fastest-growing industries," said Dayssi Olarte de Kanavos, Women's Power Series Co-Founder.

"Each year, this event continues to grow, proving that when women come together with purpose, the impact is limitless. We are thrilled to welcome an incredible lineup of speakers and attendees to accelerate action and drive lasting change," added Co-Founder Sophia Kanavos.

"At The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach, we take great pride in creating spaces where impactful conversations and connections can thrive. Hosting the 3rd Annual Women's Power Series is an honor, as it brings together remarkable women who are shaping the future of their industries. We look forward to providing an inspiring setting for this celebration of leadership, innovation and empowerment," expressed Stephen Power, General Manager, The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach & The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, Miami."

Tickets to the 2025 Women's Power Breakfast are on sale now and can be purchased through Eventbrite.

To learn more about Women's Power Series, please visit womenspowerseries.com or follow along on Instagram and Linkedin.

About Women's Power Series

Founded in 2023, Women's Power Series was created by the mother-daughter team Dayssi Olarte de Kanavos and Sophia Kanavos. As female real-estate developers in the luxury hospitality industry, Dayssi and Sophia wanted to ensure all their properties under management were celebrating International Women's Day.

The goal of Women's Power Series is to create accessible, empowering, uplifting, and affordable events that bring women in business together with a unique platform to hear from a variety of successful female entrepreneurs and business executives. We aim to foster a sense of community, encourage personal and professional growth, and provide a space for women to share their stories, ideas, and expertise across a wide range of industries.

We believe in the power of women supporting women, and our vision is to empower and elevate each other to reach new heights of success. Our mission is to help close the gender gap and promote positive change in the business world.

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