The Greater EMC Chamber’s annual Leading Ladies Luncheon, held Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the beautiful Atrium Center, brought together an inspiring mix of female leaders, entrepreneurs, and community partners for an afternoon filled with connection, laughter, and empowerment. The energy in the room was unmistakable.


The Atrium Center is transformed into an intimate space for meaningful connections at the Leading Ladies Luncheons


Guests make meaningful connections during open networking time before the program commences
 
This year’s Presenting Sponsor, Memorial Hermann Northeast, set the tone for the day with remarks from spokesperson Nikki Roux, who shared vital insights on breast cancer awareness and women’s health.
 

Ms. Nikki Roux with Memorial Hermann Northeast addresses the audience as the annual Presenting Sponsor

Guests also heard from Dr. Noel Boyd of Health in Progress, the event’s Diamond Spotlight Sponsor, who discussed services such as women’s hormone replacement therapy and cosmetic procedures designed to help women look and feel their best.


Dr. Noel Boyd with Health in Progress addresses the audience as the Diamond Spotlight Sponsor

The Chamber proudly recognized Health in Progress and EFG Insurance as Emerald Sponsors, and Leadership Montgomery County, Spartan Roofing, Fullscope Pest Control, and Lone Star Mailing and Printing as Ruby Sponsors. Adding a festive fall touch, Flowers of Kingwood, the Centerpiece Sponsor, created stunning autumn arrangements that graced every table. At the end of the luncheon, guests competed for the centerpieces in a lighthearted challenge—whoever could produce a piece of candy the fastest took one home. A larger, ornate showcase arrangement was awarded after the raffle prize drawings.


Guests at each table stand for a photo to showcase the beautiful floral centerpiece that they won during the luncheon
 
Raffle sponsors included Elite Hospital Kingwood, J&R’s Ace Hardware, and the Greater EMC Chamber Luncheon, with highly coveted designer purse and wallet bundles from Tory Burch, Consuela, and Coach up for grabs. Excitement spiked as many guests lined up to purchase additional tickets after seeing the prizes on display.


Three very lucky guests pose for a photo to showcase the designer purses and wallets that they won during the luncheon
 
In-House Chefs provided a delicious menu that perfectly complemented the upbeat atmosphere. Guests were welcomed with refreshing non-alcoholic watermelon margaritas or white wine sangria before enjoying a meal that included Crème de la Crostini and Smashed Acorn Squash & Garlicky Walnut appetizers, followed by a Fall Harvest Salad, Creamy Tuscan Chicken, Garlic Butter Steaks, Roasted Broccoli, and Yeast Rolls. Dessert choices—Strawberry Cobbler or Bananas Foster over Banana Pudding—earned rave reviews.


Guests eagerly await their lunch as they move through the buffet
 
With an upbeat playlist setting the mood, Tracie Kamenoff, the Chamber’s Director of Events and Marketing, served as emcee. Featured speakers Yvette Valdenegro and Geovanna Burgess White of YG Collaborations led an engaging session on building a healthier relationship with oneself through their “5-5-5 Method”—a strategy for reclaiming time, reducing device dependency, and balancing commitments to avoid burnout. The duo also offered signed copies of their book, What Is Happening With My Life Right Now?, sparking a long line of attendees eager to connect.


Geovanna Burgess-White addresses the audience with a compelling and thought-provoking presentation at the luncheon


Yvette Valdenegro addresses the audience with a compelling and thought-provoking presentation at the luncheon
 

The guest speakers’ presentation included a significant amount of audience participation
 
Guests left feeling refreshed, motivated, and deeply connected. As attendee Pam Dickson shared, “This was my favorite speaker presentation of all time.” Another guest summed it up perfectly: “The speakers and the purse drawing were the best parts of my day.”



For more information about the Leading Ladies Luncheon or other Chamber events, contact:

Tracie Kamenoff, Director of Events and Marketing
Tracie@gemcchamber.com
281-354-0051
 
This event and all Chamber events are proudly supported by funding from EMCID’s Community Development Grant.