Women's Executive Alliance

The Women’s Executive Alliance (WEA) is dedicated to facilitating the advancement of Pacific Islander women in business. 

We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization

WEA Mission Statement

WEA's mission is to strengthen Pacific Islander women, along with others, by engaging women-owned businesses and career professionals. WEA is led by a president and a board who organize workshops, networking events, and offer resources to support the professional growth of Pacific Islander women. The organization is dedicated to advancing women in their executive careers and fostering leadership within the community. WEA is the 501(c)(3) and women in business arm of the chamber

Business 101

We invite you to join us at our Annual Business 101 Event designed specifically for you! This is a unique opportunity for Pacific Islander women who dream of starting or expanding their businesses. You will gain valuable insights and access free resources that can help turn your business aspirations into reality.

 Friday, June 28 | 11 am - 1 pm

The Mill at SLCC - 9750 S. 300 West, Sandy, Utah - MFEC Room 203

This event is Free but for food and comfortability purposes, please register.

Look Good, Feel Good! 

WEA collaboration with Creative Pacific , where we focused on Wellness, Beauty, Fashion and Empowerment for our Pacific Islander women. 

Women In Business Session

December 15, 2023 - Zions Bank Technology Center Midvale, UT

Talk about power and poise. Strength and determination is what we heard from each and every woman represented on the panel. Our chamber board member and moderator, Sui Lang Panoke, was on fire with her ability to bring the rawness of business as well as the stamina of what it means to be a Pacific Islander woman in this day and age. 

Holiday Market

November 18, 2023 - Embassy Suites South Jordan, UT

The success from our 1st event led to holding one right in time for the holidays. Even more so before Black Friday. It was a cold and rainy day, but that certainly didn't keep shoppers away. Our vendors came and thanks to Tamara Vaifanua with KSL 5 News, we had an amazing turnout and support from the community. Living up to our goal of bringing business to our businesses, we accomplished that and even more. 

Pacific Islander Women Pop-Up Marketplace

June 24, 2023 - Embassy Suites South Jordan, UT

Women owned businesses gathered to showcase their products and services for the general public. From a full spa, to event planners, food vendors, and retail vendors, it was a great opportunity for all to see what we can do together as a small business community and consumers. 

Business 101 Workshop

May 3, 2023 - Hale Centre Theatre Sandy, UT

5 Executives from a few of our Community Resource Partners shared valuable insights on how to, what to, and when to, for entrepreneurs and business owners in our Pacific Islander community. 

Utah County Business Summit 2023

April 28, 2023 - The Barn at Thanksgiving Point Lehi, UT

WEA President La Wolfgramm participated in a panel discussion with other Executives and Small Business Owners

Networking Event - Celebrating & Empowering Pacific Island Women Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners

March 17, 2023 - Columbus Co-Op Center South Salt Lake City, UT

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT WEA@UPICHAMBER.ORG