Houston area female powerhouses celebrated in 2nd annual ‘Women in Suits’ event

Photo credit: Kedran Wade (KPRC)

HOUSTON“A girl should be two things: who and what she wants.” - CoCo Chanel

Women have come such a long way in today’s society. The impact made by women is so powerful, it needed its own month!

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In honor or Women’s History Month, entrepreneur and one of Houston’s fashionistas, Yassy Brown-Gonzalez, hosted the Second Annual “Women In Suits” empowerment event.

The event celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women within Houston and surrounding areas.

“We are also making a call to action for accelerating women’s equality,” said Brown-Gonzales.

The celebration honored some of Houston’s top influential businesswomen to include Dr. Patrice Allen (Senior Manager for G-Unity Business Lab), Demi Cruz (TV Personality) and Andrea Ramirez (Founder of Latinas-n-Heels).

The event was Hosted by emcee and TV personality, Alexis “Fly” Jones.

See photos of the great event!

Photo credit: Kedran Wade, Juan Garcia and Omar Gonzalez (KPRC)
Photo credits: Kedran Wade, Juan Garcia and Omar Gonzalez (KPRC)
Photo credits: Kedran Wade, Juan Garcia and Omar Gonzalez (KPRC)
Photo credits: Kedran Wade, Juan Garcia and Omar Gonzalez (KPRC)
Photo credits: Kedran Wade, Juan Garcia and Omar Gonzalez (KPRC)

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