Seeds of Hope {Women Navigating Climate Change
The future of climate leadership is being shaped by women.
Join us for an inspiring evening exploring how female founders are bringing empathy, resilience, and bold innovation to climate solutions.
Through open conversations, explore why feminine leadership qualities are essential to building a more sustainable future.
Amplify {Women of Color is proud to host the 3rd Annual Seeds of Hope during Houston Energy & Climate Startup Week, bringing together women to connect, lead, and inspire climate action!
What You'll Learn
During this interactive experience, you'll:
Discover why diverse leadership and female perspectives are essential to solving complex climate challenges.
Learn practical strategies for building resilience while leading through uncertainty and change.
Experience a guided reset exercise to help transform overwhelm into purposeful action.
Leave with meaningful connections and a personal commitment to help build a more sustainable future.
Who Should Attend
Seeds of Hope is designed for women who want to lead with purpose and contribute to positive change.
This event is especially valuable for:
Corporate professionals interested in sustainability, innovation, and leadership
Female founders and entrepreneurs
Investors and ecosystem builders
Students and emerging professionals
Anyone seeking practical ways to support climate solutions and women-led innovation
No climate background is required—just curiosity, openness, and a desire to build a better future together.
Learn from Climate Change Leaders
Juliana Garaizar
A globally recognized venture investor and ecosystem builder, Juliana Garaizar has helped accelerate hundreds of climate and energy startups while championing inclusive innovation.
She brings a unique perspective on what it takes to scale transformative technologies, strengthen entrepreneurial ecosystems, and expand opportunities for women building the future.
Stacy Richardson
Stacy Richardson is the Founder of Mobi Waste, providing commercial waste solutions that shrink waste onsite.
With extensive experience advancing emerging technologies and strengthening strategic partnerships like the Women of Waste, she'll share insights on leading through complexity, driving collaboration, and creating pathways from bold ideas to meaningful impact.
Jaya Skandan
Jaya Skandan is the Founder of Planet Eco Corp, helping businesses replace single-use plastics with certified compostable packaging through practical, cost-effective sustainability solutions.
Combining global finance experience with deep expertise in ESG and sustainable procurement, she partners with organizations to turn environmental commitments into measurable business impact.
Molly Reyes (Moderator)
Molly Reyes is the Founder of Amplify {Woman of Color and an Oil & Gas executive with 25+ years of experience across the energy value chain. She has a passion for sustainable development, community building and empowering Women of Color.
Resilience Reset with Dr. Lisa Cortez
Known as "The Anxiety Dr.," Dr. Lisa Cortez is a psychotherapist, speaker, and founder of Té Sana tea and wellness boutique.
Through a powerful interactive resilience exercise, she'll share practical tools to manage uncertainty, regulate stress, and transform anxiety into purposeful action—skills every leader needs in today's rapidly changing world.
Event Schedule
5:30 | Intentional Networking + Lite Bites
Attendee will be given a thoughtful climate-related question to spark meaningful dialogue
6:00 | Women Building Hope Panel {Female Founders on Resilience, Innovation & Climate Leadership
6:45 | The Resilience Reset {Tools to Calm the Nervous System & Lead with Intention
Activation led by Dr. Lisa Cortez, host the The Anxiety Dr. Podcast
7:15 | Group Sharing & Closing Remarks
*Recommended Dress Code | Business Casual or if you're feeling playful, eco-fresh attire (get creative!)
An Investment in Community
Seeds of Hope is offered on a donation basis of $25–$50 because we believe meaningful leadership development, authentic community, and wellness resources should remain accessible.
Your contribution helps Amplify continue creating psychologically safe spaces where Women of Color can learn, connect, and thrive while ensuring financial barriers never prevent someone from participating.
📣Amplify Our Offering
This event is intentionally reserved for Women of Color and our Ally Community. Please share with friends & colleagues who are interested in climate change.
Join us as we cultivate hope, strengthen resilience, and celebrate the women building a more sustainable future.