Women Empowering Women

O'Fallon Chapter Meeting - Master Delegation and Get Your Life Back
2023-04-24 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Bella Milano O’Fallon, 455 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
GUEST SPEAKERS: Carrie Burggraf
TOPIC: Master Delegation and Get Your Life Back
WHERE: Bella Milano – 455 Regency Park O’Fallon, IL 62269
Monday, April 24, 2023 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Carrie is a geriatric physician’s assistant and technical writer by background and sold home care services for six years. In 2021, she sold $5,000,000 in home care services to place fourth in the international company. She now works as a consultant for Wide Awake Business. Business owners and leaders call her when they are missing revenue targets, struggling to create systems for growth and profitability, are wearing too many hats, aren’t sure why their team is getting too many “no’s” and not enough “yes’s.” Carrie and the other expert consultants at Wide Awake Business work with businesses to make them simpler, easier, and more profitable. Carrie is the mother of three grown sons and enjoys triathlons, cooking, reading, and friends.

Ready to take alook at what you wish you could delegate, why you don’t, and how to begin!
This presentation and activity will create a roadmap for you around what you need to let go of to function in your highest zones of Excellence and Genius.
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Carrie Burggraf, Business Consultant at Wide Awake Business
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrieburggraf/
Email: Carrie@wideawakebusiness.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carrie.burggraf.9
Website: http://www.wideawakebusiness.com
Phone Number: 314-886-0166
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

West County Chapter Meeting - Reclaim your Feminine Essence and Change the World
2023-04-20 11:30 - 13:00 | Il Bel Lago, 11631 Olive Blvd., St. Louis, MO, 63141
GUEST SPEAKER: Denise Purdy
TOPIC: Reclaim your Feminine Essence and Change the World
WHERE: ll Bel Lago – 11631 Olive Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63141
Thursday, April 20, 2023 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Denise Purdy is a feminine embodiment coach who helps women create more peace, presence and prosperity using her signature DARE program. She is passionate about helping women to achieve epic heights in their careers/business without the stress and overwhelm commonly associated with ambitious working women. She is the mother to 3 girls and a son in law, enjoys reading, painting, travel and time in nature.
Join us and you’ll discover:

The biggest blocks to fully expressing your feminine essence
How to work with both your masculine and feminine energy to achieve heightened states of pleasure
What it means to live with a fully expressed and unprotected heart
How to achieve success the feminine way

Contact this Speaker Directly:
Denise Purdy, Owner of Purdy Your Image
Email: denise@denisepurdy.com

All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

Edwardsville Chapter Meeting - Emotions and How to Stay Mentally Healthy
2023-04-13 11:30 - 13:00 | Bella Milano Edwardsville, 1063 S State Rte 157, Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
GUEST SPEAKER: Kristin Kneedler
TOPIC: Emotions and How to Stay Mentally Healthy
WHERE: Bella Milano – 1063 S State Rte 157 Edwardsville, IL
Thursday, April 13, 2023 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Kristin is the Founder and Executive Director of Counselors Associates Ltd. She specializes in treating Healthcare Professionals, First Responders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Trauma. She works with her clients on a variety of issues including resolving and managing workplace burnout, and resolving the negative effects of Trauma.
Prior to opening Counselors Associates Ltd., Kristin worked as a clinician for Catholic Social Services and as a psychological evaluation specialist at a private psychiatry office. She also developed and implemented a counseling/therapy program in a second chance high school.
Don’t forget to RSVP!
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

Belleville Chapter Meeting - Authentic Networking | Increase Visibility and Opens Doors
2023-04-06 11:30 - 13:00 | Tavern on Main, 301 E Main St, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
GUEST SPEAKER: Marianne Biangardi
TOPIC: Authentic Networking | Increase Visibility and Opens Doors
WHEN: Thursday, April 6, 2023, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST
WHERE: Tavern On Main – 301 E Main St, Belleville, IL 62220
Marianne Biangardi is a Business Development and Client Service Leader for Schmersahl Treloar. She studied Fine Arts and Graphic Design abroad at SACI international, and graduating from Fontbonne University with a BFA, Marianne began her career working in the accounting industry. A few years in, she made more of a leap from administration into marketing and practice development area of the firm. Her main roles are in lead generation, client relations as well as recruiting and talent acquisition for the firm. Her clients and connections are predominantly in the Manufacturing, Distribution and Construction industries. She has a gift and passion for connecting people and was recently nominated as one of the “Top 100 People to Know to Succeed in Business” – From the St. Louis SBM. Marianne is also a member of St. Louis Makes Manufacturing, The American Subcontractors Midwest, and SITE Improvement Organization, Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce, where she serves on multiple committees. Marianne has a passion for helping others and goes out of her way to do so when she can. Her talents include building strategic partnerships and maintaining client relationships
Over the years, I have defined my own way of networking and marketing, because I know relationships have been the biggest secret to my business success. In-person networking, relationship building, and marketing are essential to create genuine trust relationships and help you to grow your business. You will learn the power of relationship selling and you will gain new perspectives on the most effective ways to meet the right people to grow your business.
Presentation takeaways:
-How to create a strong network
-How to use social media to increase your network
-The importance of collaborations
-The value in giving back

Contact this Speaker Directly:
Marianne Biangardi, Marketing Director at Schmersahl Treloar
Website: http://www.stcpa.com
Email: mbiangardi@stcpa.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maribiangardi/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marianne.biangardi
Phone Number: 314-322-4871
Don’t forget to RSVP!
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

Virtual Meeting - The Power of Resilience
2023-04-04 12:00 - 13:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81568953093
GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Quevarra Moten
TOPIC: The Power of Resilience
MODERATED BY: Lollie Ramirez-Bennett
Tues, April 4, 2023 – 12:00PM-1:00PM CST
Dr. Quevarra Moten is an international higher education consultant, mental health advocate, and CEO of The Moten Way LLC and Quevarra Speaks. She holds a Doctorate of Education in Transformational Leadership from Concordia University, a Master of Science in Leadership from Northeastern University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Communications from Prairie View A&M University. Dr. Moten has supported colleges and universities worldwide in improving learning, teaching, and student success. She inspires others to seek support and resources for mental health challenges, sharing her personal journey of navigating her own and a loved one’s mental illness. Dr. Quevarra believes that transformation begins with a thought that inspires actions of change.
Through the current climate of our world it has become increasingly difficult to push through the challenges. How do we find the strength and courage to stand personally and professionally on the shoulders of resillience? Although resillence can often be the end goal of making it through roadblcoks or adversity, it can also be fuel used to power next steps. If you have been struggleing with resillience and what comes next, then this session is for you.
Presentation takeaways:
• Strategies to RESET the response to roadblocks
• Keys to Approaching adversity more constructively
• The Importance of using resillence as power
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Dr. Quevarra Moten, CEO of The Moten Way LLC
Email: Quevarraspeaks@gmail.com
Website: http://Themotenway.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-quevarra-moten-83401399
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuevarraSpeaks?mibextid=ZbWKwL
Instagram: https://www.flowcode.com/page/drquevarraspeaks?fbclid=PAAab-OWeWIAu_qD9Nrem25eiflrxKymVc1WxC-aeXlseTh03nKFyMUuQy-o0

O'Fallon Chapter Meeting - HERstory Changed HIStory: Discovering the Power of YOUR Story
2023-03-27 11:30 - 13:00 | Bella Milano O’Fallon, 455 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
GUEST SPEAKERS: Pamela C. King
TOPIC: HERstory Changed HIStory: Discovering the Power of YOUR Story
Monday, March 27, 2023 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Pamela King is the Founder & CEO of HERisezon Leadership Consulting. Pamela is a transformational leader and bold goals strategist that believes in the power of perseverance. She inspires ambitious women to achieve their audacious vision of success by showing them how to embrace their authentic style of leadership. Pamela’s leadership experiences stem from her 20-year Air Force career, where she served as a Master Resilience Trainer and Sexual Assault Victim Advocate. She also has decades of experience leading nonprofits and teaching professional development in corporations across the country. She’s used her uncommon experiences and unique insights to strengthen communities and equip leaders with the communication, resilience, and leadership skills they need to listen with empathy and lead with compassion. Pamela has a master’s degree in Education, bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, and a graduate certificate in Online Teaching and Learning. In addition to her other leadership and professional certifications, she is a Certified Personal Executive Coach and licensed Extended DISC certifier and facilitator.
History helps us connect the past to the present, but stories help us understand the journey, appreciate the sacrifice, and imagine the future. What would happen if history included the stories of the women who invented things like beer, chemotherapy, car mufflers, home security systems, life rafts, and signal flares, in addition to curling irons, chocolate cookies, rock-n-roll, and VOIP? Imagine knowing the story of the first woman in your family to vote, earn a college degree, start her own business, break an athletic record, start a movement, or shatter a glass ceiling. Now imagine, she is you. Discover how your story has the power to inspire hope, challenge the status quo, create a movement, or be the truth that changes history.
Presentation takeaways:
You will hear inspiring stories of brave women whose acts of courage changed history. You will see how stories influence the way we see ourselves, value our accomplishments, and reach our potential. You will learn how to embrace the power of your story and aspire for more, without guilt, shame, or fear.
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Pamela C. King, Founder & CEO of Herisezon Leadership Consulting
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelaking4success
Email: pamela.king@herisezonleadership.com
Phone Number: 314-384-6734
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

West County Chapter Meeting - How to Conquer the Fear of Change
2023-03-16 11:30 - 13:00 | Il Bel Lago, 11631 Olive Blvd., St. Louis, MO, 63141
GUEST SPEAKER: Tina Asher
TOPIC: How to Conquer the Fear of Change
WHERE: ll Bel Lago – 11631 Olive Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63141
Thursday, March 16, 2023 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Tina is the owner of Build U Up Consulting and as a career coach, enjoys helping busy professionals get out of the rat race and build on a career that they love.
Prior to opening her practice Tina served as a leader in the mortgage insurance and banking industry for over 30 years. Tina served as President for the National Association of Professional Mortgage Women for Greater St. Louis and as a past President for Little Black Book/Wentzville for women in business. During the pandemic, she published her first book, Teetering, A Frazzled Person’s Guide to Embrace Change and Find Balance.
She knows first-hand what the challenges are in balancing a successful career and having time for family and self.
Tina has multiple certifications with one of the world’s leading sources for research based, validated assessment and coaching tools.
Tina’s passion is and has always been encouraging others to reach their full potential while balancing a full and productive life. Tina is a woman of faith, mother to three young adults and lives with her husband Dan in Wentzville.
Making difficult decisions doesn’t have to be hard. You’ll be surprised to know how a simple process can take the stress and worry out of making a change in your life, whether that’s a career change, taking a promotion, moving to another city, joining a club or organization, getting into or out of a relationship, and much more. I’ll share a process that has helped me and my clients to make some of the toughest decisions and go confidently into their next chapter based on the choices that are made.
Presentation takeaways:
They’ll receive my signature Change Cycle process to use over and over again. They’ll be able to dissect a decision and see how it aligns with their core values to help them navigate any change and will know how to process even the simplest decisions to regain their sense of balance and control in decision making.
Don’t forget to RSVP!
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Tina Asher, President/Owner/Career Coach with Build U Up Consulting
Email: tina@builduup.net
Phone Number: 636-439-8824
Website: http://www.builduup.net
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/tinaasher
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

Edwardsville Chapter Meeting - The Relationship Between your Gut Health, your Hormones and Total Body Balance
2023-03-09 11:30 - 13:00 | Bella Milano Edwardsville, 1063 S State Rte 157, Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Katie Sherer
TOPIC: The Relationship Between Your Gut Health, Your Hormones and Total Body Balance
WHERE: Bella Milano – 1063 S State Rte 157 Edwardsville, IL
Thursday, March 9, 2023 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Dr. Katie Sherer is a Godfrey native and a 2011 graduate of Logan University where she earned her Doctor of Chiropractic, a Master of Clinical Nutrition, and a Master of Sports Science and Rehabilitation. Dr. Katie has practiced functional nutrition since 2011, focusing on the health of the gut, endocrine (hormone) system, and weight management.
Don’t forget to RSVP!
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

WEW Tuesday - Virtual KickOff
2023-03-07 12:00 - 13:00 | https://wewnational.com/event/wew-tuesday-virtual-kickoff/
GUEST SPEAKERS: Kristy Jackson, Michell Stockmann, Anna Garcia, Lollie Ramirez – Bennett
TOPIC: Women’s History Month – Virtual KickOff
Tues, March 7, 2023 – 12:00PM-1:00PM CST

Let’s get ready to kick on International Women’s Day by launching Virtual Women Empowering Women meetings again! Can you think of a better launch, than to connect with other women from across the nation? Come and hear from our new powerhouse leadership team of Michell Stockmann, Founder & CEO; Anna Garcia, Chief Operating Officer and Lollie Ramirez-Bennett, Chief Strategy Officer; led by an another women’s community leader, Kristy Jackson, Founder of SheCan.
This meeting is FREE and open to everyone. There will be small breakout sessions where you can connect with others in attendance.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

Belleville Chapter Meeting - 25% More Courage: 4 Strategies to Reduce Your Fears and Unleash Your Full Potential
2023-03-02 11:30 - 13:00 | Tavern on Main, 301 E Main St, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
GUEST SPEAKER: Denise Brady
TOPIC: 25% More Courage: 4 Strategies to Reduce Your Fears and Unleash Your Full Potential
WHEN: Thursday, March 2, 2023, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST
WHERE: Tavern On Main – 301 E Main St, Belleville, IL 62220

Denise Brady is a career and leadership coach and is the founder of Denise Brady, Coaching and Consulting. Her most recent focus has been on the development of a leadership program titled Inspiring Leadership, Your Personal Guide to Influential and Memorable Leadership. “I believe that there is no more important job in an organization, community, and nation than leadership. Influential leadership has the ability to do the impossible and change lives in the process.” With years of coaching and mentoring experience in the workplace, a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and a master’s degree in Workforce Education and Development, Denise combines her knowledge into a powerful program for leadership success.

What would you do if you had just 25% more courage? In her presentation, Denise will challenge us to think about the things that we talk ourselves out of doing – that have the ability to change the trajectory of our lives if we just had the courage to say YES! As the saying goes “everything we want is on the other side of fear”. And Denise believes that “the size of our life is directly tied to our capacity for courage”. How then, do we learn to reduce our vulnerabilities and fears so we can choose courage? Denise will share 4 strategies to crush your fears and live a more abundant and fulfilling life.
Presentation takeaways:
1. Learn how our comfort zone robs us of a more abundant life.
2. Learn what is missing when people say “I feel like there is something missing in my life”.
3. Learn why vulnerability and courage coexist.
4. Learn 4 strategies to crush your fears and unleash your potential.

Contact this Speaker Directly:
Denise Brady, CEO/Founder of Denise Brady, Coaching and Consulting
Email: dbradylifecoach@outlook.com
LinkeIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-brady-ba7678a/
Don’t forget to RSVP!
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

O'Fallon Chapter Meeting - The Masks We Wear
2023-02-27 11:30 - 13:00 | Bella Milano O’Fallon, 455 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
GUEST SPEAKERS: Natalie Jablonski
TOPIC: The Masks We Wear
Monday, February 27, 2023 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
For almost 30 years Natalie Jablonski has been inspiring, educating, and challenging people to be their best self. As the founder of Natalie Jablonski LLC, she serves as an Executive Coach, Instructor, Facilitator, Trainer, and Special Event Emcee to clients across the country. She is an award-winning presenter with Toastmasters International, and has a BA in Organizational Communication from McKendree University and a MA in Management from Webster University. Natalie serves on the Board of the United Way of Greater St. Louis, United Way Illinois Division, and Women Empowering Women National. She’s also on the Leadership Council of It’s Your Birthday, Inc. and a proud member of the Rotary Club of Swansea.
When she’s not with private clients, Natalie spends time with her husband, Eric, and their adult children in Swansea, Illinois.

Stay strong. Be tough. Don’t show your struggle. Hide your emotions. Be brave. — It’s exhausting to wear a mask! So why do we do it? We’ll explore “The Masks We Wear” together and perhaps, individually and together, we’ll find a way to Share Our Struggles/Successes (SOS) without our masks.
Presentation takeaways:
Inner perspective on the masks we wear – exploring why we wear them and discovering what it would take to remove them.
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Natalie Jablonski, Founder of Natalie Jablonski LLC
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliejablonski/
Email: nonprofitninja1@gmail.com
Phone Number: 618-210-2086
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

West County Chapter Meeting - Elevate your Pitch
2023-02-16 11:30 - 13:00 | Il Bel Lago, 11631 Olive Blvd., St. Louis, MO, 63141
GUEST SPEAKER: Carrie Burggraf
TOPIC: Elevate your Pitch
WHERE: ll Bel Lago – 11631 Olive Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63141
Thursday, February 16, 2023 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Carrie is a geriatric physician’s assistant and technical writer by background and sold home care services for six years. In 2021, she sold $5,000,000 in home care services to place fourth in the international company. She now works as a consultant for Wide Awake Business. Business owners and leaders call her when they are missing revenue targets, struggling to create systems for growth and profitability, are wearing too many hats, aren’t sure why their team is getting too many “no’s” and not enough “yes’s.” Carrie and the other expert consultants at Wide Awake Business work with businesses to make them simpler, easier, and more profitable. Carrie is the mother of three grown sons and enjoys triathlons, cooking, reading, and friends.
Don’t forget to RSVP!
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Carrie Burggraf, Business Consultant with Wide Awake Business
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrieburggraf/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carrie.burggraf.9
Website: http://www.wideawakebusiness.com
Email: Carrie@wideawakebusiness.com
Phone Number: 314-886-0166
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

Edwardsville Chapter Meeting - Ready or Not? Preparing for the Unexpected
2023-02-09 11:30 - 13:00 | Bella Milano Edwardsville, 1063 S State Rte 157, Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
GUEST SPEAKER: Patricia Ernst & Laramie Cooley
TOPIC: Ready or Not? Preparing for the Unexpected
WHERE: Bella Milano – 1063 S State Rte 157 Edwardsville, IL
Thursday, February 9, 2023 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
As an Edward Jones financial advisor, seeing you succeed and reach the goals you have been dreaming of is the purpose of what I do.
Our branch team serves individuals, families and business owners in the Metro East and St. Louis regions, as well as virtually across the U.S. We are also dedicated to supporting female entrepreneurs through all the stages of their business growth and development.
We want to walk alongside you to progress your goals — whether you are envisioning living comfortably in retirement, caring for your family, saving for your child’s education, growing your business, paying off student loans or donating to causes that are close to your heart. We will partner with you to craft personalized financial solutions to fit your needs, ensuring you stay on track for your goals.
Our branch will be here every step of the way to help simplify your financial picture. I know that tackling your financial goals can feel daunting, and I am here to support you and guide you through the process to achieve whatever success looks like for you.
Everyone has a unique story, and I am excited to partner with you to bring to life your financial goals and future aspirations.
Ready or Not? Preparing for the Unexpected outlines a proactive strategy to help protect your family’s financial resources from life’s unexpected turns.
Life is full of the unexpected. A job loss, prolonged illness or unexpected loss of a family member can profoundly impact your family and your financial situation. By preparing for the unexpected, you’ll put yourself in a better position to keep your overall strategy from veering off course.

We plan to address:
• Some risks you may or may not be aware of
• Some strategies or tools for addressing those risks
• What the process looks like for our clients
• The types of life changes that may indicate a need for review.
Don’t forget to RSVP!
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Patricia Ernst
Email: patricia.ernst@edwardjones.com
Phone Number: 618-692-5236
Website: https://www.edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/patricia-ernst
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricia-ernst-77381430/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EJAdvisorPatriciaErnst

Contact this Speaker Directly:
Laramie Cooley
Email: laramie@alleninsurancegroup.net
Phone: (618) 655-5380
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LaramieCooleyInsurance
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

Belleville Chapter Meeting - The History of WEW
2023-02-02 11:30 - 13:00 | Tavern on Main, 301 E Main St, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
GUEST SPEAKER: Michell Stockmann
TOPIC: The History of WEW
WHEN: Thursday, February 2, 2023, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST
WHERE: Tavern On Main – 301 E Main St, Belleville, IL 62220

Michell Stockmann is a creative problem solver committed to communicating her client’s stories in relevant and impactful ways. She believes successful design involves building brand integrity, creating lasting relationships, and representing a business at its visual best.
Connecting people is her passion. Her CEO role at her marketing firm, Techknow Solutions and her involvement in various networking and referral groups has helped her do that for 20+ years! The way she builds business and personal relationships and nurtures her business relationships allowed her to collaborate with other amazing women and build a large working network.
Desiring an environment focused on building relationships, where people flourish and the connections are strong, is what drives Michell to keep developing a collaborative community where women can grow personally and professionally. Michell has an inherent ability of engaging with individuals and creating connections for them in a way that is not just transactional but more relational. Because of this, she has become the guiding force that keeps Women Empowering Woment evolving and expanding while keeping the culture strong.

Come and hear a little background history of WEW and learn what’s new and upcoming as well.
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Michell Stockmann, CEO/Founder of WEW
Email: michell@tksdesignteam.com
Website: https://wewnational.com/
Don’t forget to RSVP!
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

O'Fallon Chapter Meeting - Lead with Social
2023-01-30 11:30 - 13:00 | Bella Milano O’Fallon, 455 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
GUEST SPEAKERS: Mich Hancock
TOPIC: Lead with Social
Monday, January 30, 2023 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Mich Hancock is the dynamic CEO of 100th Monkey, a company focused on creating quality human connections and interactions, leads and conversions for B2B and B2C clients through social media.
Mich is also the Co-Founder of TEDxStLouis, an innovative and thought-provoking organization that brings TED Talk experiences to St. Louis. She interviews TEDx speakers and St. Louis movers and shakers on her popular MichMash Podcast.
She is a sought-after speaker, delivering workshops and seminars for organizations, including the Olin School of Business at Washington University. Mich also works with organizations and individuals to help them
Topic: Lead with Social
You are a leader, or on your way to becoming one, within your company, community and industry. The question is, are you showing up as one?
If you and your company are not consistently posting high quality content, you are missing out. Social media is an important way to show your product or services, as well as your culture, personality, and values. Mich will share the why, when, where, and how of posting, and provide insight on where social media is headed in 2023. Discover how to get out of your own way and make the most of your presence so you can show up like the thought leader you are!
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Mich Hancock, CEO of 100th Monkey & Co-Founder of TEDxStLouis
Email: mich@100thmm.com
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

West County Chapter Meeting - How Writing a Book can Impact your Business
2023-01-19 11:30 - 13:00 | Il Bel Lago, 11631 Olive Blvd., St. Louis, MO, 63141
GUEST SPEAKERS: Nancy Erickson
TOPIC: How Writing a Book can Impact your Business
WHERE: ll Bel Lago – 11631 Olive Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63141
Thursday, January 19, 2023 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Nancy Erickson, The Book Professor® coaches professionals to become authors of high-impact nonfiction books that will establish them as experts, increase their credibility, and help attract a following. She created a step-by-step method that takes you from your initial idea, to mapping and writing your book, to a professionally published nonfiction book. All you need is an idea to get started.
Nancy Erickson is the owner of two book-related businesses, The Book Professor® and Stonebrook Publishing, an award-winning nonfiction publishing house. In 2022, she was named a Top 10 Book Coach in the US by The Coach Federation.
It’s a challenge to get noticed and attract solid business. You’ve tried social media, but there are so many competing voices, plus the business world has turned a deaf ear to all the hype. Anyone can say anything, and that hurts everyone. You want to prove yourself as an expert in your field, increase your credibility, and attract a following—and that’s what writing a high-impact nonfiction book can do for you.
In this presentation, Nancy Erickson, The Book Professor®, will give solid guidance about how writing a book can draw attention to your expertise and attract the kind of clients you seek.
Presentation takeaways:
How to define and attract your target market
How to construct a book that draws clients to you
How to use the three-part formula to tell stories that demonstrate your expertise
Don’t forget to RSVP!
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Nancy Erickson, Nonfiction Book Coach at The Book Professor
Email: nancy@thebookprofessor.com
LinkedIn: https://thebookprofessor.com
Phone Number: 636-787-7817
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

Edwardsville Chapter Meeting - Let's have the Best Year Ever
2023-01-12 11:30 - 13:00 | Bella Milano Edwardsville, 1063 S State Rte 157, Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
GUEST SPEAKERS: Laura Mattson
TOPIC: Let’s have the Best Year Ever
WHERE: Bella Milano – 1063 S State Rte 157 Edwardsville, IL
Thursday, January 12, 2023 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
A roundtable discussion about goals and dreams for 2023 both professional and personal. Share our systems for identifying them keeping the monitoring them and ultimately achieving them.
I will be using Mel Robbins Best Year Ever workbook to guide us.
Don’t forget to RSVP!
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

Belleville Chapter Meeting - Ted Talk
2023-01-05 11:30 - 13:00 | Tavern on Main, 301 E Main St, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
GUEST SPEAKERS: Megan Rector
TOPIC: Simen Sinek – “Start with Why” Video
WHERE: Tavern On Main – 301 E Main St, Belleville, IL 62220
Thursday, January 5, 2023 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
We will be watching Simen Sinek – “Start with Why” video. I will be running the meeting and playing the video on the large tv screen, we will then have open discussion.
Simon Sinek: How great leaders inspire action.
Don’t forget to RSVP!
All chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend. YES! You read that right.

(We just ask that if a chapter meeting is at a restaurant location, that you purchase a meal to support the location that is so graciously hosting our event. Don’t forget to tip your server a little extra as most restaurants are struggling with staffing issues and we want to make sure they know how much we appreciate them!)
Enjoy a proven, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies, sales, exposure, and business processes.
Come meet and learn from panelists, experts, and local women in your WEW chapter. You will also find allies who want to help with your success and are ready to share their resources and expertise to help you take that next step in your personal and professional life.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

O'Fallon Chapter Meeting - Not Your Mama's Vision Board
2022-12-19 11:30 - 13:00 | Bella Milano O’Fallon, 455 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
GUEST SPEAKERS: Carrie Burggraf
TOPIC: Not Your Mama’s Vision Board
MON, December 19, 2022 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Carrie is a geriatric physician’s assistant and technical writer by background and sold home care services for six years. In 2021, she sold $5,000,000 in home care services to place fourth in the international company. She now works as a consultant for Wide Awake Business. Business owners and leaders call her when they are missing revenue targets, struggling to create systems for growth and profitability, are wearing too many hats, aren’t sure why their team is getting too many “no’s” and not enough “yes’s.” Carrie and the other expert consultants at Wide Awake Business work with businesses to make them simpler, easier, and more profitable. Carrie is the mother of three grown sons and enjoys triathlons, cooking, reading, and friends.
Join us Dec. 19th when Carrie Burggraf of Wide Awake Business puts a twist on the 2023 Vision Board project! Bring a journal or notepad and pen and be ready to manifest your next big success.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Carrie Burggraf, Business Consultant at Wide Awake Business
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrieburggraf/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carrie.burggraf.9
Website: http://www.wideawakebusiness.com
Email: Carrie@wideawakebusiness.com
Phone Number: 314-886-0166

West County Chapter Meeting - Vision Board Workshop
2022-12-15 11:30 - 13:00 | Il Bel Lago, 11631 Olive Blvd., St. Louis, MO, 63141
GUEST SPEAKER: Denise Purdy
TOPIC: Vision Board Workshop
WHERE: ll Bel Lago – 11631 Olive Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63141
Thurs, December 15, 2022 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Denise Purdy is a Transformational Life coach, speaker, and leader of the Modern Matriarch Movement. Her passion is supporting women to achieve new heights in their careers while maintaining love and connection at home, without the overwhelm and burnout commonly associated with ambitious working women. She is the mother to 3 girls, Taylor(24), Cara (13) and Leeann (10) and Mother in Law to Jesse (24). In her spare time, she enjoys nature and reading.
“Science has proven the power of the brain and visualizing.
I’ll save you the studies and tell you that your brain can be trained to create the outcomes you most want.
I’ve had a trip to Disney for my family, my dream car and many other experiences come to life for me with the use of a vision board!
Puting your goals/dreams in front of you and reviewing them often has changed the life of many, Including Oprah!
This is why we’ll be focusing on a mini- vision board workshop at the December WEW networking meeting.
I’ll bring to you some of the tips and tricks I use personally and with my clients to not only help you select goals for 2023, you’ll also receive some bonus tips that go beyond the vision board.”
Don’t forget to RSVP!
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.

CANCELED - Edwardsville Chapter Meeting
2022-12-08 11:30 - 13:00 | Bella Milano Edwardsville, 1063 S State Rte 157, Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
MEETING CANCELED
WHERE: Bella Milano – 1063 S State Rte 157 Edwardsville, IL
Thursday, December 8, 2022 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Unfortunately, Thursday’s Edwardsville, IL Chapter Meeting is canceled at Bella Milano for reasons outside of our control. We are sorry for the inconvenience. Stay up to date with upcoming meeting information for this chapter by signing up for emails: https://wewnational.com/contact/
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at connect@wewnational.com.

Belleville Chapter Meeting - The Medical Reserve Corps: Serving your Community
2022-12-01 11:30 - 13:00 | Tavern on Main, 301 E Main St, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
GUEST SPEAKER: Kiearra Jones
TOPIC: The Medical Reserve Corps: Serving your Community
WHEN: Thursday, December 1, 2022, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST
WHERE: Tavern On Main – 301 E Main St, Belleville, IL 62220
Kiearra Jones is the Medical Reserve Corps Coordinator at the St. Clair County Health Department. She is a Belleville native and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Corporate Communications: Advertising, Marketing, and Public Relations from Lindenwood University. Kiearra believes her 4-years of experience working in Media Marketing has molded her recruitment and communication skills with her transition into public health. The Pandemic was successful at highlighting what Kiearra valued most, which is her overall mantra, “To aspire to inspire when it comes to creating real change in the community”.
She is responsible for developing relationships with departments, jurisdictions and other agencies, schools, and colleges to develop potential sources for volunteers needed during public health exercise or response efforts. In addition to recruitment, she also is responsible for the unit coordination, and emergency preparedness training throughout the county. Kiearra is a certified Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor and has certified almost 150 St. Clair County employees and MRC volunteers in CPR during her 2-year tenure. During her time as MRC Coordinator- the unit has received 2 Operational Funding Awards and most recently a National Recognition Award for Community Preparedness and Resilience.
The presentation will focus on the history of the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC), how they were established, why they are needed, and what activities, partnerships, and trainings they participate in. Our hope is that attendees will be inspired to go out and create change in their community through volunteerism.
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Kiearra Jones, Medical Reserve Corps Coordinator/St. Clair County Health Department
Phone: 618-825-4450
Email: kiearra.jones@co.st-clair.il.us
Website: https://www.co.st-clair.il.us/departments/health-department/covid-19-information/mrc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/St.ClairCountyMRC
Don’t forget to RSVP!
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at connect@wewnational.com.

O'Fallon Chapter Meeting - Getting Your Organization Grant Ready
2022-11-28 11:30 - 13:00 | Bella Milano O’Fallon, 455 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
GUEST SPEAKERS: Cynthia P. Davis
TOPIC: Getting Your Organization Grant Ready
MON, November 28, 2022 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
I am a proven leader and a strategic, analytical thinker extremely knowledgeable of philanthropy and nonprofit management. I have impeccable grant and program management skills, education and experience. I pride myself in resolving complex challenges and creating agility through
organizational development, grant making and culture development through a lens of diversity, equity and inclusion.
I bring over 25 years of experience working with private, federal, state, philanthropic and nonprofit organizations of all sizes and in many sectors. My career has afforded me the opportunity to manage and monitor a large volume of programs, projects and teams.
In addition to being President & CEO of CP Davis Consulting, I am a Certified Grants Manager and hold a Master of Science in Health Administration, a Master of Science in Human Resource Management from Lindenwood University and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Business Administration from Columbia College. I currently serve as a STEM Saturday
Facilitator for Black Girls Do STEM and Facilitator for the Minority Entrepreneurship Collaborative Center for Advancement (MECCA) Scale Up Accelerator.
Presentation Takeaways:
It is an interactive presentation structured to inform organizational planning required for effective grant readiness. Participants will walk away understanding the 6 questions to ask when assessing if your organization is ready to apply for grants.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Cynthia P. Davis, Founder & CEO of CP Davis Consulting, LLC
Phone: 314-200-4266
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cpdavisconsulting
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cpdavisconsulting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cpdavisconsulting
Email: cynthia@cpdavisconsulting.com
Website: https://www.cpdavisconsulting.com/

West County Chapter Meeting - Staffing in Today's Age and How to Attract Top Talent
2022-11-17 11:30 - 13:00 | Il Bel Lago, 11631 Olive Blvd., St. Louis, MO, 63141
GUEST SPEAKER: Allyson Donovan
TOPIC: Staffing in Today’s Age and How to Attract Top Talent
WHERE: ll Bel Lago – 11631 Olive Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63141
Thurs, November 17, 2022 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Allyson is a Sr. Account Executive for Concero. Concero is a staffing firm based in St. Louis that focuses on Accounting/Finance and IT. She has a passion for connecting the right people and businesses together. In fact, that is the definition of Concero in Latin! She wants to help candidates achieve their dreams by doing the work they love for an employer that values their efforts. She gets to help change lives every day and is one of the many reasons she loves what she does.
How to attract and retain top talent for your organization.
Don’t forget to RSVP!
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Allyson Donovan: Sr. Account Executive, Staffing at Concero
Phone: 314-748-1069
Website: http://Getconcero.com
Email: Allysond@getconcero.com

Edwardsville Chapter Meeting- Improving Your Decision-Making Abilities, Learning How to Make Good Decisions Using Your Intuitive, Emotional and Logical Self
2022-11-10 11:30 - 13:00 | Bella Milano Edwardsville, 1063 S State Rte 157, Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
GUEST SPEAKER: Joyce Stewart
TOPIC: Improving Your Decision-Making Abilities, Learning How to Make Good Decisions Using Intuitive, Emotional and Logical Self
WHERE: Bella Milano – 1063 S State Rte 157 Edwardsville, IL
Thursday, November 10, 2022 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Joyce Stewart is a psychotherapist, energy healer, spiritual teacher, and author who specializes in helping women heal from abuse, trauma, fear, anxiety, and stress. Joyce has a master’s in clinical social work and has been trained in Traditional Psychotherapy, Christian Counseling, Energy Psychology and Releasement Therapy. She spent years working in the foster care system as a case manager, therapist, and clinical supervisor. She now has her own business called Living Free Center for Spirituality and Healing in Maryville where she provides counseling services, spiritual classes and has an online metaphysical store. Joyce has written 3 books.
Don’t forget to RSVP!
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at connect@wewnational.com.

Belleville Chapter Meeting - Celebrate the Beauty of Red Headed Women
2022-11-03 11:30 - 13:00 | Tavern on Main, 301 E Main St, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
GUEST SPEAKER: Phyllis Hegger
TOPIC: Celebrate the Beauty of Red Headed Women
WHEN: Thursday, November 3, 2022, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST
WHERE: Tavern On Main – 301 E Main St, Belleville, IL 62220
I’ve lived in St. Louis most of my life. I’ve worked in I.T. for over 30 years. Employed at companies like Monsanto/Solutia, Verizon Wireless, BJC. HSHS for 9 years – Springfield IL and Belleville IL
Active member of Toastmaster’s – Toast of Belleville – for 4years. Held officer roles such as VP PR, Treasurer, Secretary, Sargent of Arms and Speaker. Co-Facilitator/Speaking coach (volunteer) for TEDX St. Louis for 3 years.
Love to travel, visit people all over the world, walk/run 5K’s, 1/2 marathons, Camino de Santiago (500 across Spain – virtually). Started taking Pickleball lessons this summer.
It is time to celebrate the beauty and worthiness of Red Headed women/people in the metro area.
Presentation takeaways:
Attend the National Love My Red Hair Day Nov 5th, 2022 and celebrate with family and friends.
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Phyllis Hegger: Speaker/Coach/Woman in I.T., HealthCare, I.T., Toastmasters, TEDX St. Louis.
Phone: 314-602-3916
Email: heggpah@yahoo.com
Don’t forget to RSVP!
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at connect@wewnational.com.

O'Fallon Chapter Meeting - Thinking a New Thought to Live Your Best Life
2022-10-31 11:30 - 13:00 | Bella Milano O’Fallon, 455 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
GUEST SPEAKERS: Joyce Barth
TOPIC: Thinking a New Thought to Live Your Best Life
MON, October 31, 2022 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Joyce (Vosholler) Barth was born and raised in Highland, IL. After living in St. Rose, for over 20 years she recently relocated back to Highland.
She’s been an Independent Consultant with Mary Kay Cosmetics, an international skin care and cosmetics company, for 29 years. She’s also a published author of His Hand, My Journey, a book she wrote after losing her husband and mother in 2016. She’s gone on to speak and share her story with others to give them hope, help them heal, and inspire them to think a new thought! Her passion and mission is to make an impact on others, to empower them, so that they can enjoy life to the fullest!!
She is the bonus mom to 4 amazing children, and 8 adorable grandbabies. Joyce enjoys spending time with family and friends, as she feels cultivating great relationships is so important. Nice weather, you’ll find her out cruising in her Yellow Jeep and in the winter, the Beach is her Happy Place. She says it soothes her soul!! She loves to listen to music and go see live bands perform locally. You won’t find her watching TV, but she enjoys journalling and is always looking for books and articles to read to be a better version of herself in her down time. Oh and by the way, the majority of everyone who knows her well calls her Joycie, the name her kids and her late husband gave her when they first met her!!
The mind is a powerful tool!! Join Joyce to hear her story and journey and how your thought process can change the trajectory of your entire life!!
Presentation takeaways:
Joyce will make sure you laugh, may shed a few tears, but will motivate you and be sure that you are uplifted and inspired when you leave her space that day.
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Joyce Barth, Sales/Author/Motivational Speaker
Phone: 618-304-5886
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/joyciebarth
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyce-barth-3b2290138/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyce.barth.10
Email: joycebarth2020@gmail.com

West County Chapter Meeting - The Power of Custom Content: Why it is Worth the Investment
2022-10-20 11:30 - 13:00 | Il Bel Lago, 11631 Olive Blvd., St. Louis, MO, 63141
GUEST SPEAKER: Shaney Malacarne
TOPIC: The Power of Custom Content: Why it is Worth the Investment
WHERE: ll Bel Lago – 11631 Olive Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63141
Thurs, October 20, 2022 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Shaney studied fashion and graduated from SIU Carbondale with a Bachelors degree in Clothing and Textiles, specializing in Retail. She went on to work in retail in the beginning of her career, then made a switch to the restaurant industry becoming a General Manager for 12 years. She has had a passion for being a stylist for Commercial still photography since college, so when the opportunity presented itself, it was a natural progression. She has been a Food, Product and Set Stylist and Producer for nearly 5 years, using all of her culinary, management and merchandising experience to assist in creating imagery and producing projects for clients in various industries.
Together her and her husband Chris (a Commercial Photographer) have built a business in the St. Louis area and work with a vast array of clients creating custom content for all types of media and advertising.
Shaney will discuss the importance of using custom content in all aspects of marketing yourself and your business, and why stock content doesn’t create value for you or your company in gaining potential business.
Don’t forget to RSVP!
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Shaney Malacarne Food & Set Stylist/Producer, Chris Malacarne Photography
Phone: 618-972-5260
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaneymal_stylinglife/
LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/shaney-malacarne-05b1b7158
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shaney.malacarne
Email: shaney@chrismalacarne.com

Edwardsville Chapter Meeting- Women and Finances
2022-10-13 11:30 - 13:00 | Bella Milano Edwardsville, 1063 S State Rte 157, Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
GUEST SPEAKER: Courtney Wright
TOPIC: Women and Finances
WHERE: Bella Milano – 1063 S State Rte 157 Edwardsville, IL
Thursday, October 13, 2022 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Courtney Wright is a financial advisor, Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA). Her passion is to help individuals and business-owners plan for their dreams for themselves and their families through a comprehensive goal-based approach to financial planning customized around their needs.
Presentation takeaways:
The speaker will encourage everyone to become financially aware regardless of whether they are in a relationship or single, and that getting started does not need to be overwhelming
Don’t forget to RSVP!
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at connect@wewnational.com.
Contact this Speaker Directly:
Courtney Wright, Financial Advisor, CFP, CDFA, Benjamin F Edwards & Co.
Email: courtney.wright@benjaminfedwards.com
Website: https://www.benjaminfedwards.com/courtney-wright/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneymwright/
Phone Number: 1-618-659-6741

Belleville Chapter Meeting- Speed Networking
2022-10-06 11:30 | Tavern on Main, 301 E Main St, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Topic: Speed Networking
WHEN: Thursday, October 6, 2022, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST
WHERE: Tavern On Main – 301 E Main St, Belleville, IL 62220
Meeting new people and building relationships is essential in your personal and professional growth. Let’s speed network!
Don’t forget to RSVP!
For information about this chapter, please contact our corporate team at connect@wewnational.com.
