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SUMMARY:Belleville Chapter Meeting - The Ask That Changes Everything
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””] \nGUEST SPEAKER: Amy Latta\nTOPIC: The Ask That Changes Everything\nWHEN: Thursday\, June 4\, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST\nWHERE: Tavern On Main – 301 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL 62220\n\n\nAmy Latta helps unruly women leaders\, entrepreneurs\, and business owners build legacies without burning out—by asking for what actually matters and getting it. \nThe Ask That Changes Everything will walk you through why the thing you’re not asking for is probably what you need most\, and how to get unstuck long enough to say it out loud. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””]Contact this Speaker Directly:\nAmy Latta – Amy Latta Coaching\n \nwww.amylatta.com \ninstagram.com/IAmAmyLatta \nFacebook.com/amythameslatta \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””] \nWEW events are all about connection and community\, and we love sharing those moments. By attending a Women Empowering Women (WEW) meeting or event\, you give permission for WEW and its organizers\, leaders\, and partners to capture and use photos\, videos\, or recordings that may include your image\, voice\, or likeness. These may be used – without compensation – for promotional\, educational\, or informational purposes across WEW print and digital channels. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAll chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend.  YES!  You read that right. \n\n(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!) \nEnjoy a proven\, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies\, sales\, exposure\, and business processes. \nCome 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. \nFor information about this chapter\, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://wewnational.com/event/belleville-chapter-meeting-6-4-2026/
LOCATION:Tavern on Main\, 301 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T130000
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SUMMARY:Belleville Chapter Meeting - NO MEETING/HAPPY 4TH OF JULY
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””] \nNO MEETING/HAPPY 4TH OF JULY\nWE ARE ENCOURAGING OUR BELLEVILLE MEMBERS/GUESTS TO ATTEND ANOTHER CHAPTER THIS MONTH 🙂\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””] \nWEW events are all about connection and community\, and we love sharing those moments. By attending a Women Empowering Women (WEW) meeting or event\, you give permission for WEW and its organizers\, leaders\, and partners to capture and use photos\, videos\, or recordings that may include your image\, voice\, or likeness. These may be used – without compensation – for promotional\, educational\, or informational purposes across WEW print and digital channels. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAll chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend.  YES!  You read that right. \n\n(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!) \nEnjoy a proven\, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies\, sales\, exposure\, and business processes. \nCome 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. \nFor information about this chapter\, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://wewnational.com/event/belleville-chapter-meeting-7-2-2026/
LOCATION:Tavern on Main\, 301 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T130000
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SUMMARY:Belleville Chapter Meeting - Own Your Future & Protect Your Loved Ones with Estate Planning
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””] \nGUEST SPEAKER: Megan Rector\nTOPIC: “Own Your Future & Protect Your Loved Ones with Estate Planning\nWHEN: Thursday\, August 6\, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST\nWHERE: Tavern On Main – 301 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL 62220\n\n\nWe will use the My Milestones by Commerce tool to explore estate planning resources and where to start. It can be intimidating thinking about the future\, as we never know what tomorrow may bring. Fortunately\, there are tools individuals can use to prepare and plan for the unexpected and detail their unique wishes. In this session\, we’ll dive into what an estate plan is\, highlighting the different benefits it provides individuals—whether you’re in college or nearing retirement. After discussing what can happen if you pass away without an estate plan\, the session explores key terms and common estate planning documents. While everyone’s situation is unique\, we’ll cover checklist items that people generally follow when creating their estate plan. Finally\, the session wraps up with an overview of estate planning mistakes to avoid\, which can ultimately help give you and your loved ones peace of mind that your wishes are covered. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””]Contact this Speaker Directly:\n Megan Rector – Vice President\, Manager\, Workplace Banking Retail Sales Management\, Commerce Bank\n \nEmail: Megan.Rector@commercebank.com[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””] \nWEW events are all about connection and community\, and we love sharing those moments. By attending a Women Empowering Women (WEW) meeting or event\, you give permission for WEW and its organizers\, leaders\, and partners to capture and use photos\, videos\, or recordings that may include your image\, voice\, or likeness. These may be used – without compensation – for promotional\, educational\, or informational purposes across WEW print and digital channels. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAll chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend.  YES!  You read that right. \n\n(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!) \nEnjoy a proven\, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies\, sales\, exposure\, and business processes. \nCome 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. \nFor information about this chapter\, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://wewnational.com/event/belleville-chapter-meeting-8-6-2026/
LOCATION:Tavern on Main\, 301 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T113000
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SUMMARY:Belleville Chapter Meeting - TBA
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””] \nGUEST SPEAKER: TBA\nTOPIC: TBA\nWHEN: Thursday\, September 3\, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST\nWHERE: Tavern On Main – 301 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL 62220\n\n\nPlease continue to check back as more information becomes available for this event. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””]Contact this Speaker Directly:\nTBA\n \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””] \nWEW events are all about connection and community\, and we love sharing those moments. By attending a Women Empowering Women (WEW) meeting or event\, you give permission for WEW and its organizers\, leaders\, and partners to capture and use photos\, videos\, or recordings that may include your image\, voice\, or likeness. These may be used – without compensation – for promotional\, educational\, or informational purposes across WEW print and digital channels. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAll chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend.  YES!  You read that right. \n\n(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!) \nEnjoy a proven\, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies\, sales\, exposure\, and business processes. \nCome 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. \nFor information about this chapter\, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://wewnational.com/event/belleville-chapter-meeting-9-3-2026/
LOCATION:Tavern on Main\, 301 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T130000
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SUMMARY:Belleville Chapter Meeting - Human First\, AI Second
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””] \nGUEST SPEAKER: Mary Pat Jacobs\nTOPIC: Human First\, AI Second\nWHEN: Thursday\, October 1\, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST\nWHERE: Tavern On Main – 301 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL 62220\n\n\nAI can feel overwhelming — and that’s expected. In Human First\, AI Second\, we’ll take a chill\, people-centered approach to understanding AI. \n* Know before you go. What do you need to know before you start using AI tools? Think: AI policies\, AI limitations\, AI lexicon. \n* Human skills will save you. Which human skills will best enable AI adoption? And which skill is most challenging for YOU? \n* Just start tinkering. There are SO many tools and features — where does one begin?! We’ll review a use case that applies to everyone\, regardless of role\, industry\, or fluency. \nWomen have historically been excluded from tech. Let’s not allow that narrative to persist by making AI more approachable. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””]Contact this Speaker Directly:\nMary Pat Jacobs – Owner\n \nEmail: marypat@marypatjacobs.com \nWebsite: www.marypatjacobs.com \nLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marypatjacobs/[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””] \nWEW events are all about connection and community\, and we love sharing those moments. By attending a Women Empowering Women (WEW) meeting or event\, you give permission for WEW and its organizers\, leaders\, and partners to capture and use photos\, videos\, or recordings that may include your image\, voice\, or likeness. These may be used – without compensation – for promotional\, educational\, or informational purposes across WEW print and digital channels. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAll chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend.  YES!  You read that right. \n\n(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!) \nEnjoy a proven\, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies\, sales\, exposure\, and business processes. \nCome 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. \nFor information about this chapter\, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://wewnational.com/event/belleville-chapter-meeting-10-1-2026/
LOCATION:Tavern on Main\, 301 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T145206
CREATED:20260416T195741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T171654Z
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SUMMARY:Belleville Chapter Meeting - S.O.S. Circle
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””] \nHOSTED BY: Megan Rector\nTOPIC: S.O.S. Circle\nWHEN: Thursday\, November 5\, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST\nWHERE: Tavern On Main – 301 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL 62220\n\n\n\n\nWhat is an S.O.S. Circle?\n\n\n\n\nAn S.O.S. Circle is more than just a meeting—it’s a transformative experience where women come together to uplift and empower each other. Attendees have the opportunity to forge deep connections\, dispel feelings of isolation\, and emerge stronger\, more resilient\, and united in their journey towards personal and professional fulfillment. \nFor many women\, celebrating successes can be challenging due to societal expectations and fear of being perceived as boastful. Likewise\, sharing struggles may feel daunting as it requires vulnerability and the fear of judgment. \nIn a guided open forum setting\, participants are invited to bravely share their triumphs and challenges\, knowing that they are among a community of women who understand and empathize. \nThe acronym S.O.S. stands for “Share Our Successes” or “Share Our Struggles” and embodies the core purpose of the circle. This offers a safe space for women to bravely share their struggles and vulnerabilities\, recognizing that doing so is not a sign of weakness but of strength and resilience. \n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””]Contact this Host Directly:\nMegan Rector – Vice President\, Manager\, Workplace Banking\, Commerce Bank\n \nEmail: Megan.Rector@commercebank.com[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””] \nWEW events are all about connection and community\, and we love sharing those moments. By attending a Women Empowering Women (WEW) meeting or event\, you give permission for WEW and its organizers\, leaders\, and partners to capture and use photos\, videos\, or recordings that may include your image\, voice\, or likeness. These may be used – without compensation – for promotional\, educational\, or informational purposes across WEW print and digital channels. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAll chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend.  YES!  You read that right. \n\n(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!) \nEnjoy a proven\, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies\, sales\, exposure\, and business processes. \nCome 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. \nFor information about this chapter\, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://wewnational.com/event/belleville-chapter-meeting-11-5-2026/
LOCATION:Tavern on Main\, 301 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T130000
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SUMMARY:Belleville Chapter Meeting - Sweaters\, Sweets & Recipe Swap Holiday Bash
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””] \nHOSTED BY: Megan Rector\nTOPIC: Sweaters\, Sweets & Recipe Swap Holiday Bash\nWHEN: Thursday\, December 3\, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST\nWHERE: Tavern On Main – 301 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL 62220\n\n\nJoin us for a festive and relaxed gathering as we celebrate the season together! \nThis month’s meeting will be a casual\, social networking event filled with holiday cheer. Enjoy Christmas cookies\, Christmas music\, and time to connect with one another in a fun and welcoming environment. We invite everyone to wear their favorite festive or ugly sweater and bring cookies along with your recipe to share. We’ll exchange recipes while enjoying a variety of sweet treats! During our time together\, we’ll also open the floor for anyone who would like to share the story behind their recipe or a favorite holiday tradition—creating a meaningful and memorable experience for all. Wee look forward to celebrating\, connecting\, and spreading a little extra joy together! \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””]Contact this Host Directly:\nMegan Rector – Vice President Manager\, Workplace Banking Retail Sales Management\, Commerce Bank\n \nEmail: Megan.Rector@commercebank.com[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” css_params=””] \nWEW events are all about connection and community\, and we love sharing those moments. By attending a Women Empowering Women (WEW) meeting or event\, you give permission for WEW and its organizers\, leaders\, and partners to capture and use photos\, videos\, or recordings that may include your image\, voice\, or likeness. These may be used – without compensation – for promotional\, educational\, or informational purposes across WEW print and digital channels. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAll chapter meetings are FREE for anyone to attend.  YES!  You read that right. \n\n(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!) \nEnjoy a proven\, structured system that embraces the building of relationships which in turn will grow your business efficiencies\, sales\, exposure\, and business processes. \nCome 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. \nFor information about this chapter\, please contact our corporate team at hello@wewnational.com.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://wewnational.com/event/belleville-chapter-meeting-12-3-2026/
LOCATION:Tavern on Main\, 301 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting
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