About Women Empowering Women

WEW - Where Women Collaborate instead of Compete with each other

Founded in 2013 by two businesswomen, Women Empowering Women (WEW)’s purpose is to bring like-minded people together to encourage and support one another. Taking networking to a new level, enabling women to build quality connections and empowering them to achieve their desired goals and personal / professional growth.

We strive to utilize the diversity of our membership and chapters to enable our members to benefit from the different insight they can gain from each other. The environment is open to both males and females to support women from college age and beyond into retirement age.

Collaborating on a joint purpose of empowering women and each other, our chapters and meetings can accommodate members within the same industry. Simply put, our primary focus for Women Empowering Women is collaboration NOT competition!

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“A woman is the full circle. Within her is the power to create, nurture and transform.” — Diane Mariechild

As we celebrate our 10th anniversary, we recognize that the current climate for women has added new challenges. WEW is ready to overcome those challenges by:

  • Foster an environment encouraging our members to support each other and provide authentic and knowledgeable referrals and leads.
  • Curate spaces where women can openly discuss struggles and successes while also collaborating with and mentoring one another.
  • Expanding our efforts across the country, building chapters that can function independently but at the same time able to benefit from the value of a larger network.
  • Create a global network that will allow us to grow to our fullest potential no matter where we are.
  • Collaborating to find ways to work together and empower each other.
  • Provide leadership tools and resources to develop our members professionally and personally.
  • Being a liaison for business and volunteer opportunities.
  • Tailoring memberships to meet the needs of our members by providing a platform for national and international reach.
WEW Founder and CEO Michell Stockmann

Michell Stockmann
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Women Empowering Women

Owner & CEO
TechKnow Solutions, Inc
O: 618.526.1600 | michell@tksdesignteam.com

Learn More about Michell

Michell Stockmann is the Founder and CEO of Women Empowering Women (WEW), a national networking organization committed to fostering authentic connections among women in both business and life. Driven by a deep understanding of the gaps in opportunities for women, Michell created and now leads this thriving network.

Under her visionary leadership, WEW has grown into a supportive community where relationships extend beyond the transactional, offering a safe space for women to be vulnerable, celebrate their successes, and share their struggles.

Michell’s approach is deeply rooted in the belief that true empowerment comes from real connections—ones that foster trust, encouragement, and collaboration.

Michell’s passion for empowering women is evident in every aspect of her work. She has curated programs, events, and resources that not only help women excel in their careers but also support them in their roles as entrepreneurs, career-driven professionals, volunteers, wives, mothers, sisters, daughters, leaders and any other role a woman may possess.

Through Women Empowering Women, she has created a platform where women are inspired to dream bigger, break barriers, and lift each other up.

In addition to her role at Women Empowering Women, Michell is a successful serial entrepreneur, having founded and led multiple businesses, including a marketing firm, TechKnow Solutions, Inc. specializing in website and graphic design; a CRM software built for travel agencies, Vacation Creations CRM; a handmade artisan popsicle food truck, Fantastick Pops; and as a Brand Partner with a health and wellness company, Bravenly Global.

Michell’s commitment to making a positive impact extends beyond her professional endeavors. She is actively involved in her community, frequently speaking at events, and offering her expertise to help other women navigate the complexities of balancing personal and professional lives.

Her entrepreneurial spirit, openness to opportunities and dedication to helping others achieve their goals make her a sought-after mentor and leader in the community.


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Bailey Wilson

Bailey Wilson
Social Media Manager
Women Empowering Women

Web Design Manager
TechKnow Solutions, Inc
O: 618.526.1600

Member since 2019

Megan Winkeler

Megan Winkeler
Events and Communication Coordinator 
Women Empowering Women

Administrator 
TechKnow Solutions, Inc
O: 618.526.1600 | hello@wewnational.com

Member since 2022

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