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Inspire Breaky - Leading With Purpose!
2018-10-23 07:00 - 08:30 (America/Toronto) | Calgary Petroleum Club, 319 5 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 0L6, Canada
THIS EVENT POSTPONED Join – INSPIRE Breaky – Thursday, November 8!
Inspire Breaky Series
Leading With Purpose… Join our Inspire Breaky for your dose of inspiration, connection and education to learn from inspirational business women leading with purpose! Our inspiration leaders are women in the community who have paved the path for others to follow. Join us as they share their path to success!
Let’s challenge one another to do something meaningful and show you support women in business – connect with one another, learn something new, take action and build authentic connections with likeminded men and women who believe together we are stronger!
Our Inspire Breaky’s connect men and women who choose to take the road less travelled, believe in reciprocity and want to be apart of network that leads with purpose!
Our vision is for you to leave inspired and empowered to overcome any challenger, know you are not alone, and give you to motivation to keep moving mountains and realizing your dreams!
Build your circle of influence and create authentic connections with business leaders, visionaries, CEO’s, business owners, entrepreneurs, industry experts, mentors, coaches, authors, and professionals from diverse industries. Our monthly events are events are targeted at individuals who are committed to leading by example, embracing diversity, being courageous and living a life on purpose!
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Diana Monea – Founder, Eye Health Centres | @EyeHealthCentre

About Dr. Diana Monea
Dr. Diana Monea grew up on a farm near Rockglen, Saskatchewan. She attended the University of Waterloo, graduating with a Doctor of Optometry in 1978. She has since practiced in Regina, Saskatchewan, and subsequently opened two clinics in Calgary, Alberta. She became the first optometrist in Canada to create a website dedicated to the provision of eye health information when she created in the summer of 1999. Dr. Monea was also the first optometrist in North America to profile case studies in optometry, beginning in April of 2000. All digital pictures, corneal topography, and field analysis illustrations were drawn from her database of more than 200,000 eye exams that she has personally performed. In 2016, Dr. Monea was honoured by the Calgary Chamber of Commerce with a Leadership Award. That same year she was awarded the AAO Service Award August 2016 by her fellow peers in recognition of outstanding efforts and exceptional contributions made to the advancement of professional optometry in Alberta.
Giving back and caring, making a difference when you can drives her clinic philosophy. Dr. Monea and her staff of doctors contribute to many charities such as Easter Seals, local hockey and sports teams, kids programs, golf events and recently together with Paul Brandt and Paul Hardy to end human trafficking “Not In My City.”
Featuring: Yvonne E.L. Silver – Founder, Flourish | 2018 Woman of Inspiration Award Recipient – Mentorship | @Yvonne_ELSilver
About Yvonne E.L. Silver
Yvonne is a passionate advocate for women’s empowerment. Female Mentorship matters! Mentorship shows seasoned women have broken barriers and can help younger protégés have an expanded perspective and new possibilities.
As an Executive Coach she teaches women to flourish in business – by elevating their voice and having more confident conversations, and stepping into resonant and authentic feminine leadership. With over 25 years of business success, as a Senior Human Resources Leader working with high growth start-ups, and later as a professional Coach.
Congratulations to Yvonne on her recent launch of her book: “Words, Women & Wisdom: The Modern Art of Confident Conversations”. Yvonne will have copies on hand for you to pick up your version. For every book sold, a copy will be donated to The Nest Foundation to empower women to rebuild their lives for themselves and their children.
Doors open at 6:45 am for Registration.
We believe in embracing diversity as this is where the “magic” happens. When you connect with The Nest, you build authentic connections with a diverse community of women and men who are passionate about connecting with other like-minded individuals living on purpose to build their business, advance in their career or pay it forward in the community to support another woman on her journey through mentorship.
Our Inspiration Breaky features influential leaders who are leading with purpose, breaking barriers, and making a difference in the community and around the globe! They are the trailblazers who believe in sharing the road to success and supporting those around them.
The secret sauce is diversity! In the Nest, everyone leaves with a new connection, inspired and ready to act! This is the perfect event for your corporate teams, solo entrepreneur, business leader, professional or anyone who wishes to lead by example.
CONNECT | EMPOWER | LEARN | CELEBRATE
Agenda (* Registration Opens at 6:45 am)
7:00 am – Networking
7:30 am – Program Begins (Breaky Served)
Welcome To The Nest
Mentorship Moment
Keynote Speaker
8:30 am – Closing Networking

Inspire Breaky - Leading With Purpose!
2018-11-08 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Toronto) | Calgary Petroleum Club – McMurray Room, 319 5 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Inspire Breaky Series
Leading With Purpose… Join our Inspire Breaky for your dose of inspiration, connection and education to learn from inspirational business women leading with purpose! Our inspiration leaders are women in the community who have paved the path for others to follow. Join us as they share their path to success!
Let’s challenge one another to do something meaningful and show you support women in business – connect with one another, learn something new, take action and build authentic connections with likeminded men and women who believe together we are stronger!
Our Inspire Breaky’s connect men and women who choose to take the road less travelled, believe in reciprocity and want to be apart of network that leads with purpose!
Our vision is for you to leave inspired and empowered to overcome any challenger, know you are not alone, and give you to motivation to keep moving mountains and realizing your dreams!
Build your circle of influence and create authentic connections with business leaders, visionaries, CEO’s, business owners, entrepreneurs, industry experts, mentors, coaches, authors, and professionals from diverse industries. Our monthly events are events are targeted at individuals who are committed to leading by example, embracing diversity, being courageous and living a life on purpose!
Featuring: Yvonne E.L. Silver – Founder, Flourish | 2018 Woman of Inspiration Award Recipient – Mentorship | @Yvonne_ELSilver

About Yvonne E.L. Silver
Yvonne is a passionate advocate for women’s empowerment. Female Mentorship matters! Mentorship shows seasoned women have broken barriers and can help younger protégés have an expanded perspective and new possibilities.
As an Executive Coach she teaches women to flourish in business – by elevating their voice and having more confident conversations, and stepping into resonant and authentic feminine leadership. With over 25 years of business success, as a Senior Human Resources Leader working with high growth start-ups, and later as a professional Coach.
Congratulations to Yvonne on her recent launch of her book: “Words, Women & Wisdom: The Modern Art of Confident Conversations”. Yvonne will have copies on hand for you to pick up your version. For every book sold, a copy will be donated to The Nest Foundation to empower women to rebuild their lives for themselves and their children.
Featuring Michelle Minke – Founder and Artistic Director, Cowtwon Opera | #WOI2018 Women of Inspiration Award – Cultural Ambassador | @Cowtownopera
About Michelle
Pushing the boundaries of classical opera, Calgary Soprano Michelle Minke has made a career out of inspired disruption. Michelle’s recent debut album, Expect the Unexpected, confidently merges genres and invites creative collaborations across the musical spectrum and brings Michelle’s years of top training and international experience to new audiences. With her boundless vitality and powerful voice, Michelle performed throughout Europe and North America before returning to her home town of Calgary where she was a headliner in the 2013 Grandstand Show and performed with Calgary Opera. As founder and artistic director of Calgary’s Cowtown Opera and the Cowtown Opera Summer Academy, Michelle’s heartfelt excitement for contributing to the cultural identity of her city has earned her a place among arts champions. Michelle has been named as one of Calgary’s Top 40-Under-40 by Avenue Magazine, was a recipient of the Mayor’s Enbridge Emerging Artist Award and was recently named one of Alberta’s 25 Inspiring Artists by Alberta Foundation for the Arts. Upcoming performances include high profile private performances across Canada of “Carmen Remix”, an operatic collaboration with Hip Hop Artist, James Noble and the release of an operatic children’s album, “M.O.M- Minke’s Opera Music, the first Canadian operatic children’s album to be released in over 15 years. She is currently a voice coach, adjudicator, and judge throughout the country and teaches young professionals at the Mount Royal University Conservatory. Currently, she is building a new platform coaching speakers, and business professionals on how to make their presentations sing with performance and speaking techniques called MINKEINC and can be heard frequently on CBC as an unconventional panelist.
Special Guest – Michelle Salt – first Female Canadian Paralympic Snowboarder | @MichelleSaltCGY

Michelle Salt has always been a strong person but in June, 2011, she faced her most challenging test of strength when she was in a life threatening Motorcycle accident. Michelle knew she had some tough times ahead of her but instead of sinking into a dark place, she chose to see the opportunity in her tragedy. Within 8 months, Michelle got back on her snowboard and in March, 2014, Michelle became the First Female Canadian Paralympic Snowboarder. Michelle has since won 16 World Cup medals and recently finished 4th and 5th in her second Paralympic Games in Pyeongchang
Doors open at 6:45 am for registration.
We believe in embracing diversity as this is where the “magic” happens. When you connect with The Nest, you build authentic connections with a diverse community of women and men who are passionate about connecting with other like-minded individuals living on purpose to build their business, advance in their career or pay it forward in the community to support another woman on her journey through mentorship.
Our Inspiration Breaky features influential leaders who are leading with purpose, breaking barriers, and making a difference in the community and around the globe! They are the trailblazers who believe in sharing the road to success and supporting those around them.
The secret sauce is diversity! In the Nest, everyone leaves with a new connection, inspired and ready to act! This is the perfect event for your corporate teams, solo entrepreneur, business leader, professional or anyone who wishes to lead by example.
Agenda (* Registration Opens at 6:45 am)
7:00 am – Networking
7:30 am – Program Begins (Breaky Served)
Meditation Moment | Featured Speakers | Q and A
8:30 am – Closing Networking
CONNECT | EMPOWER | LEARN | CELEBRATE

Inspire Charity Luncheon - Giving Inspiration and Hope!
2018-12-14 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | Calgary Petroleum Club – Devonian Room, 319 5 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 0L6, Canada
Inspire Series – Giving Inspiration and Hope!
Leading with Purpose… Join our Inspire Series Holiday event – Giving Inspiration and Hope!
Let’s challenge one another to do something meaningful and pay it forward to empower other women to be in the room! We invite you to share the word with friends, collogues, team, and SupportHER’s for a dose of inspiration to join us. This holiday season let’s bring joy and inspiration to the lives of women who need a hand up!
Donations to support The Nest Foundation for (12) Transformational Scholarships for 2019 to include Mentorship and Making Memories for women and their children!
Transforming Lives
The Nest Foundation empowers women to rebuild their lives for themselves and their children. Through education, mentorship, wellness and memorable experiences, The Nest Foundation provides a platform and network for women to embrace courage, step into higher confidence and live a life of purpose with abundance, health, and joy.
The Nest Foundation partners with organizations who believe that together we are stronger and can make a difference in the lives of others.

Purpose: To transform the lives of women and children who have overcome adversity.
Vision: Inspire a world of reciprocity where women prosper and families to thrive.
When women succeed, families succeed.

Our Inspire Series connects men and women who choose to take the road less travelled, believe in reciprocity and want to be apart of network that leads with purpose! Our vision is for you to leave inspired and empowered to overcome any challenger, know you are not alone, and give you to motivation to keep moving mountains and realizing your dreams!
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Diana Monea – Founder, Eye Health Centres | @EyeHealthCentre
About Dr. Diana Monea
Dr. Diana Monea grew up on a farm near Rockglen, Saskatchewan. She attended the University of Waterloo, graduating with a Doctor of Optometry in 1978. She has since practiced in Regina, Saskatchewan, and subsequently opened two clinics in Calgary, Alberta. She became the first optometrist in Canada to create a website dedicated to the provision of eye health information when she created in the summer of 1999. Dr. Monea was also the first optometrist in North America to profile case studies in optometry, beginning in April of 2000. All digital pictures, corneal topography, and field analysis illustrations were drawn from her database of more than 200,000 eye exams that she has personally performed. In 2016, Dr. Monea was honoured by the Calgary Chamber of Commerce with a Leadership Award. That same year she was awarded the AAO Service Award August 2016 by her fellow peers in recognition of outstanding efforts and exceptional contributions made to the advancement of professional optometry in Alberta.
Giving back and caring, making a difference when you can drives her clinic philosophy. Dr. Monea and her staff of doctors contribute to many charities such as Easter Seals, local hockey and sports teams, kids programs, golf events and recently together with Paul Brandt and Paul Hardy to end human trafficking “Not In My City.”
Doors open at 11:30 am for registration.
We believe in embracing diversity as this is where the “magic” happens. When you connect with The Nest, you build authentic connections with a diverse community of women and men who are passionate about connecting with other like-minded individuals living on purpose to build their business, advance in their career or pay it forward in the community to support another woman on her journey through mentorship.
Our Inspiration series features influential leaders who are leading with purpose, breaking barriers, and making a difference in the community and around the globe! They are the trailblazers who believe in sharing the road to success and supporting those around them.
The secret sauce is diversity! In the Nest, everyone leaves with a new connection, inspired and ready to act! This is the perfect event for your corporate teams, solo entrepreneur, business leader, professional or anyone who wishes to lead by example.
Agenda
11:30 am – Networking
12:00 pm – Program Begins (Lunch Served)
Keynote Speaker
1:00 pm – Closing Networking
Thank you to our Inspire Luncheon Sponsors: Eye Health Centre, High Arctic Energy, and Calgary Career Counselling for your generous support!

Interested in becoming an Inspire Breaky Sponsor for 2019? Connect with us: Monica@canadianbusinesschicks.com
CONNECT | EMPOWER | LEARN | CELEBRATE

Inspire Breaky - Lead With Purpose
2019-01-24 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Toronto) | Calgary Zoo – Enmax Conservatory, Calgary, AB, Canada
Inspire Breaky Series
Leading With Purpose… Join our Inspire Breaky for your dose of inspiration, connection and education to learn from inspirational business women leading with purpose! Our inspiration leaders are women in the community who have paved the path for others to follow. Join us as they share their path to success!
Let’s challenge one another to do something meaningful and show you support women in business – connect with one another, learn something new, take action and build authentic connections with likeminded men and women who believe together we are stronger!
Our Inspire Breaky’s connect men and women who choose to take the road less travelled, believe in reciprocity and want to be apart of network that leads with purpose!
Our vision is for you to leave inspired and empowered to overcome any challenger, know you are not alone, and give you to motivation to keep moving mountains and realizing your dreams!
Build your circle of influence and create authentic connections with business leaders, visionaries, CEO’s, business owners, entrepreneurs, industry experts, mentors, coaches, authors, and professionals from diverse industries. Our monthly events are events are targeted at individuals who are committed to leading by example, embracing diversity, being courageous and living a life on purpose!
Featured Speaker: Dr. Laura Hambley-Lovett
Founder and President, Work EvOHlution, Canada Career Counselling, Leadership Success Group | #WOI2018 Women of Inspiration Award – Global Influencer| @DrLauraHambley

About Dr. Laura
Dr. Laura is an Industrial/Organizational Psychologist, mother of three, and serial entrepreneur based in Calgary, Alberta, who is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. She is a sought-after thought leader on Workplace Psychology and Career Development in Canada, and is regularly interviewed by the media on these topics.
Laura’s newest venture, Work EvOHlution, creates innovative assessment and developmental supports for distributed employees, leaders and teams. Work EvOHlution was recognized as one of the 50 most innovative new organizations in Alberta (2014) and profiled in Scientific American magazine.
Dr. Laura also founded Calgary and Canada Career Counselling, a team of Registered Psychologists helping thousands of Canadian students and adults of all ages and life stages. Laura also runs the Leadership Success Group, a team of Industrial/Organizational Psychologists helping leaders, teams and cultures grow and thrive; and Synthesis Psychology, a personal counselling and wellness practice based in Calgary.
Keynote Speaker – Karen McGregor
Founder Speaker Success Formula | International Speaker | Best-Selling Author | Creator, Rock The Stage | @SpeakerFormula
About Karen
Karen McGregor is a bestselling author, international speaker, coach, trainer and the founder/ CEO of the Speaker Success Formula. Her company helps entrepreneurs create, structure and deliver compelling presentations to monetize their expertise and launch successful speaking businesses.
Using her Speaker Success Formula, Karen attracts a wide range of clients from Olympic athletes, health experts, elite artists, and musicians to coaches, financial advisors, real estate experts, bestselling and aspiring authors.
Karen is a premier monetization specialist dedicated to helping conscious entrepreneurs spread their messages, sell their products/services and transition into successful speakers. As a speaker sharing the stage with Deepak Chopra, Brendon Burchard, Loral Langemeier, Marci Schimoff and others, Karen knows how to inspire and educate entrepreneurs to navigate through speaking business uncertainties to arrive at success.
How to Create Impact and Income Through Speaking
As heart-centered entrepreneurs, we all want to educate and inspire our audiences, whether in a living room, a boardroom or a big stage. The challenge is that most of us may be really good at educating or even inspiring but lack the knowledge to turn this wealth of wisdom and desire to make change into business growth, sales and new clients.
In this inspiring and engaging presentation, you will learn to:
• Avoid the most common mistakes entrepreneurs make when they speak that keep audiences confused, bored, disengaged and unwilling to invest
• Sell from your heart, so your ideal clients say YES! to your products, services or programs with excitement and appreciation
• Discover the key elements you must develop to master your message as a speaker-entrepreneur who Educates, Inspires and Sells with confidence and ease
Agenda (* Registration Opens at 6:45 am)
7:00 am – Networking
7:30 am – Program Begins (Breaky Served) | Featured Speaker | Keynote Speaker
8::45 am – Closing Networking
Parking is Free: Please use South Security Parking Lot and Proceed to Grazers for Breaky
CONNECT | EMPOWER | LEARN | CELEBRATE

Inspire Breaky Series - Innovative Leader
2019-02-21 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Toronto) | Calgary Zoo – Grazers, 1300 Zoo Road NE, Calgary, Canada
Inspire Breaky Series
Inspire Breaky’s feature Women of Inspiration who lead, inspire and motivate! They will share their journey, barriers they faced, how they have overcome challenges, and who they lean on for support. Then our floor will be opened for a Q and A as we talk candidly with our speakers about what keeps them up at night, owning the spotlight, and what keeps them motivated!
Our monthly Inspire Breaky’s are events targeted at individuals to build meaningful relationships with like-minded business leaders from diverse backgrounds and industries who are committed to leading by example, embracing diversity, being courageous and living a life on purpose!
Monthly Inspire Breaky meetings are a valuable way to expand your knowledge, learn from the success of others, strengthen existing relationships, attain new contacts and make new friends in a supportive and positive environment.
Together We Are Stronger! Let’s build meaningful relationships with women who take the road less travelled, lead by example and ignore the naysayers. We know that when we are surrounded by a supportive network magic happens!
Escape to the Calgary Zoo to network and build authentic connections with business leaders, visionaries, CEO’s, business owners, entrepreneurs, industry experts, mentors, coaches, authors, and professionals from diverse industries. Our monthly events are events are targeted at individuals who are committed to leading by example, embracing diversity, being courageous and living a life on purpose!
Featured Speaker: Maria Martiniello
Business Development Manager, Calgary Zoo | #WOI2018 Innovative Leader | @MarCAlZoo
About Maria
Maria is a role model an innovative result-oriented, customer-focused professional with years of experience in a variety of fast paced non-profit, oil & gas, health, technology and beverage sectors including television advertising. In 2017 Maria was awarded a year scholarship with Sandler Training renowned as the largest provider of sales, leadership and customer service training in the world. Maria is an effective leader, trainer, mentor, communicator, who builds and guides high performance teams. She always strived to motivate others to be their authentic and successful selves. Maria empowers people to be themselves, to show them that they have the courage and strength to grow into whatever they want to be is INSPIRATION – Inspiration that she will take for a lifetime. Maria surrounds herself with those who are vulnerable, honest, and allow for mistakes and forks in the road.
A Women of Inspiration inspire themselves and others to persevere. Regardless if you are a women or man you need to identify what is important to you and create your own path and define what success is to you. Along the way you also need to inspire those around to you to be their best selves. You lead by example and people will follow.
AGENDA
6:45 am Registration Open
7: 00 am Networking
7:30 am Breakfast
7:40 am Opening Remarks + Program Begins
8:40 am Q & A
9:00 am End
IMPORTANT : Parking Info and Entrance to Zoo (Please make sure you bring walking shoes and dress warm as venue is in the Zoo).
Parking is included in the price of the ticket.Please us the Security Entrance and Parking Lot on the entrance (at the end of the 12 Street SE bridge to Inglewood). If you are using the C-Train you will be arriving at the North Entrance and need to walk to through the zoo. *** Please bring footwear to enjoy the stroll after Breaky! Grazers is a 10 min walk from the North Entrance and three minute walk from the Security Entrance – Parking Lot on the West Side.
Free Parking: Enter Code: 10708 (*enter EVENT PARKING + Code on the Park Plus machine located by the Security Entrance)
Zoo Entrance – Recommended to park in the parking lot by the Security Entrance.
Venue – Grazers Calgary Zoo – Parking Map – CLICK HERE FOR THE ZOO MAP
CONNECT | EMPOWER | LEARN | CELEBRATE

International Women's Day - WW Gala
2019-03-08 16:30 - 21:00 (America/Toronto)
We are believe together we are stronger and proud to be partners with Women in Wealth Gala to celebrate International Women’s Day on Friday, March 8. Join the celebration in Calgary and Edmonton with keynotes Jillian Harris, Rachelle Mielke, Chantal Kreviazuk and more! https://wwgala.com/ for tickets in Calgary and Edmonton!
We are so excited to announce that Canadian Business Chicks will be partnering with the International Women’s Day Women & Wealth Gala in Edmonton and Calgary as a Gold Sponsor!
The 2019 events will be held in both Edmonton at the Edmonton Convention Centre and in Calgary at the BMO Centre on March 8, 2019. The event is all about empowering, inspiring and supporting women…and celebrating International Women’s Day, of course! The Galas are not-for-profit and all net-proceeds are donated to @canadianwomensfoundation.
Multiple Juno award-winning musician, Chantal Kreviazuk is the keynote speaker and performer in Calgary! @chantalkrev will be joined by CEO and Founder of @hillbergandberk Rachel Mielke and CEO and Founder of @theskinscientist Marie Bertrand.
Jillian Harris is the keynote speaker in Edmonton! @jillian.harris is host of Love it or List it (Canada) and Love it or List it Too (USA), spokesperson for international brands, interior designer and publisher of original lifestyle content. Jillian will be joined by the amazingly inspirational serial entrepreneur @jesstetu who owns many companies including @liareesecanada as well as Linda Stainton.
General Admission tickets for the Edmonton Gala are now sold-out (there is still opportunity to attend through event sponsorship). There are still tickets available for the Calgary Gala and they can be purchased at www.wwgala.com/calgary-gala.

Inspire Breaky Series - Global Impact
2019-03-14 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Toronto) | Calgary Zoo – Grazers, 1300 Zoo Road NE, Calgary, Canada
Inspire Breaky Series
Inspire Breaky’s feature Women of Inspiration who lead, inspire and motivate! They will share their journey, barriers they faced, how they have overcome challenges, and who they lean on for support. Then our floor will be opened for a Q and A as we talk candidly with our speakers about what keeps them up at night, owning the spotlight, and what keeps them motivated!
Our monthly Inspire Breaky’s are events targeted at individuals to build meaningful relationships with like-minded business leaders from diverse backgrounds and industries who are committed to leading by example, embracing diversity, being courageous and living a life on purpose!
Monthly Inspire Breaky meetings are a valuable way to expand your knowledge, learn from the success of others, strengthen existing relationships, attain new contacts and make new friends in a supportive and positive environment.
Together We Are Stronger! Let’s build meaningful relationships with women who take the road less travelled, lead by example and ignore the naysayers. We know that when we are surrounded by a supportive network magic happens!
Escape to the Calgary Zoo to network and build authentic connections with business leaders, visionaries, CEO’s, business owners, entrepreneurs, industry experts, mentors, coaches, authors, and professionals from diverse industries. Our monthly events are events are targeted at individuals who are committed to leading by example, embracing diversity, being courageous and living a life on purpose!
Featured Speaker: Audrey Mascarenhas- #WOI2018 Global Impact
President and CEO, Questor Technology | @Questortech
About Audrey
Audrey’s family immigrated to Toronto, Canada in 1974 from Nakuru, Kenya in East Africa. It has been a long journey to this point. Audrey believes a woman of inspiration is one that boldly champions change that has a positive impact and inspires those around her to take on the challenge for change. Audrey has passionately believed in being a role model to showcase that girls and women can succeed in a male-dominated world and be whatever they want to be. Audrey has successfully demonstrated a woman can succeed in a male dominated world in engineering, science, field operations, oil and gas and in clean technology and business. Being recognized as a woman of inspiration would show others that it is possible and showcase that women can contribute greatly to society with their skill. And yes, women are good at math and science. The work being done at Questor is showcasing we can have a strong industry and protect the environment at the same time. Questor is providing solutions around the world that address climate change, air quality, social license, and clean energy for all in a practical cost-effective way.
A Woman of Inspiration is a woman that boldly champions change that has a positive impact and inspire those around her to take on the challenge for change.” Audrey Mascarenhas
AGENDA
6:45 am Registration Open
7: 00 am Networking
7:30 am Breakfast
7:40 am Opening Remarks + Program Begins
8:40 am Q & A
9:00 am End
*** Dietary restrictions must be noted on your ticket prior to Noon, March 13.
IMPORTANT : Parking Info and Entrance to Zoo
Please us the Security Entrance and Parking Lot on the entrance (at the end of the 12 Street SE bridge to Inglewood). If you are using the C-Train you will be arriving at the North Entrance and need to walk to through the zoo. *** Please bring footwear to enjoy the stroll after Breaky! Grazers is a 10 min walk from the North Entrance and three minute walk from the Security Entrance – Parking Lot on the West Side.
Free Parking: Enter Code: 10708 (*enter EVENT PARKING + Code on the Park Plus machine located by the Security Entrance)
Zoo Entrance – Recommended to park in the parking lot by the Security Entrance.
Venue – Grazers Calgary Zoo – Parking Map – CLICK HERE FOR THE ZOO MAP
CONNECT | EMPOWER | LEARN | CELEBRATE

Inspire Breaky Series - Millineal Leader
2019-04-18 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Toronto) | Calgary Zoo – Grazers, 1300 Zoo Road NE, Calgary, Canada
Inspire Breaky Series
Inspire Breaky’s feature Women of Inspiration who lead, inspire and motivate! They will share their journey, barriers they faced, how they have overcome challenges, and who they lean on for support. Then our floor will be opened for a Q and A as we talk candidly with our speakers about what keeps them up at night, owning the spotlight, and what keeps them motivated!
Our monthly Inspire Breaky’s are events targeted at individuals to build meaningful relationships with like-minded business leaders from diverse backgrounds and industries who are committed to leading by example, embracing diversity, being courageous and living a life on purpose!
Monthly Inspire Breaky meetings are a valuable way to expand your knowledge, learn from the success of others, strengthen existing relationships, attain new contacts and make new friends in a supportive and positive environment.
Together We Are Stronger! Let’s build meaningful relationships with women who take the road less travelled, lead by example and ignore the naysayers. We know that when we are surrounded by a supportive network magic happens!
Escape to the Calgary Zoo to network and build authentic connections with business leaders, visionaries, CEO’s, business owners, entrepreneurs, industry experts, mentors, coaches, authors, and professionals from diverse industries. Our monthly events are events are targeted at individuals who are committed to leading by example, embracing diversity, being courageous and living a life on purpose!
Featured Speaker: Jessica Tsang, Founder and Director – Direct Health Solutions | 2018 Women of Inspiration Award – Millennial Leader @DirectHealthca
Jessica is a family nurse practitioner on a mission to improve the quality of health care and increase access to health care. After spending years working in ICU and urgent care, she felt exasperated seeing health complications that could have been prevented by early screening and treatment. She started asking her patients why and they told her that they struggled to get to the clinic for various reasons. For many, leaving home is simply not feasible due to physical and/or psychological challenges.
It is proven that a lack of primary health care leads to poor quality of health, poor quality of life, and even early death. Jessica removes the barrier of going to the clinic by bringing medical and laboratory services to people in their homes. The provision of medical house calls are proven to help seniors maintain their independence, support individuals and families to optimize their health, improve end-of-life care for palliative patients in their homes, and divert unnecessary 911 calls and visits to the emergency department.
When she is not making house calls, Jessica is shaping the minds of future nurses as a faculty member of Mount Royal University School of Nursing & Midwifery.
AGENDA
6:45 am Registration Open
7: 00 am Networking
7:30 am Breakfast
7:40 am Opening Remarks + Program Begins
8:40 am Q & A
9:00 am End

Please advise Dietary Restrictions when completing your registration.

IMPORTANT : Parking Info and Entrance to Zoo
Please use the Security Entrance and Parking Lot on the entrance (at the end of the 12 Street SE bridge to Inglewood). If you are using the C-Train you will be arriving at the North Entrance and need to walk to through the zoo. *** Please bring footwear to enjoy the stroll after Breaky! Grazers is a 10 min walk from the North Entrance and three minute walk from the Security Entrance – Parking Lot on the West Side.
Free Parking: Enter Code: 10708 (*enter EVENT PARKING + Code on the Park Plus machine located by the Security Entrance)
Zoo Entrance – Recommended to park in the parking lot by the Security Entrance.
Venue – Grazers Calgary Zoo – Parking Map – CLICK HERE FOR THE ZOO MAP
CONNECT | EMPOWER | LEARN | CELEBRATE

Inspire Breaky Series - Mompreneur - Celebrating Moms
2019-05-16 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Toronto) | Calgary Zoo – Grazers, 1300 Zoo Road NE, Calgary, Canada
Inspire Breaky Series
Inspire Breaky’s feature Women of Inspiration who lead, inspire and motivate! They will share their journey, barriers they faced, how they have overcome challenges, and who they lean on for support. Then our floor will be opened for a Q and A as we talk candidly with our speakers about what keeps them up at night, owning the spotlight, and what keeps them motivated!
Our monthly Inspire Breaky’s are events targeted at individuals to build meaningful relationships with like-minded business leaders from diverse backgrounds and industries who are committed to leading by example, embracing diversity, being courageous and living a life on purpose!
Monthly Inspire Breaky meetings are a valuable way to expand your knowledge, learn from the success of others, strengthen existing relationships, attain new contacts and make new friends in a supportive and positive environment.
Together We Are Stronger! Let’s build meaningful relationships with women who take the road less travelled, lead by example and ignore the naysayers. We know that when we are surrounded by a supportive network magic happens!
Escape to the Calgary Zoo to network and build authentic connections with business leaders, visionaries, CEO’s, business owners, entrepreneurs, industry experts, mentors, coaches, authors, and professionals from diverse industries. Our monthly events are events are targeted at individuals who are committed to leading by example, embracing diversity, being courageous and living a life on purpose!
Meet Our Inspirational Speakers!
Featured Speaker: Marlo Brausse | Owner and Creator, Barre Body Studio
About Marlo
Marlo Brausse is the creator and owner of Barre Body Studio located in Calgary, Alberta. Marlo began teaching fitness classes, as a hobby, in 2009 and is a member of the Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification Association. After a rewarding career with the Government of Alberta, Marlo made a bold choice to leave her position as Asst. Chief Probation Officer to follow her dream of operating her own fitness studio. The first of its kind in Calgary, Marlo opened Barre Body Studio in January 2013 and has since grown from a community centre offering to two stand alone studios. Marlo resides in Calgary, Alberta with husband, Russ, and their three children.
Featured Speaker: Sam Bell
Founder and CEO, Mamaitas Journey Inc.| The Nest Foundation, Vice Chair @mamaitasjourney
About Sam
Sam is a nurse/midwife and teacher with a career spanning 3 decades and 3 continents, working in public, private and charitable sectors. She is recognized as a huge advocate for women as a writer, transformational coach, international speaker, and is what you could call, a connector of hearts. Her work is largely focused upon helping mothers and daughters struggling with their difficult sometimes, toxic, relationships, resolving issues such as self esteem, confidence, relationships, happiness, chronic disease and body image. Sam is one of the few experts trailblazing a path for women to realize their full potential and pioneer a movement to release women held back by the generational foundation imprinted upon them as a result of their mother: daughter relationship. Learn about the movement to empower the Divine Feminine and leave with new insight into the most important relationship we ever experience.
AGENDA
6:45 am Registration Open
7: 00 am Networking
7:30 am Breakfast
7:40 am Opening Remarks + Program Begins
8:30 am Q & A
9:00 am End
Please advise Dietary Restrictions when completing your registration.
IMPORTANT: Parking Info and Entrance to Zoo
Please use the Security Entrance and Parking Lot on the entrance (at the end of 12 Street SE bridge to Inglewood). If you are using the C-Train you will be arriving at the North Entrance and need to walk to through the zoo. *** Please bring footwear to enjoy the stroll after Breaky! Grazers is a 10 min walk from the North Entrance and three-minute walk from the Security Entrance – Parking Lot on the West Side.
Free Parking: Enter Code: 10708 (*enter EVENT PARKING + Code on the Park Plus machine located by the Security Entrance)
Zoo Entrance – Recommended parking in the parking lot by the Security Entrance.
Venue – Grazers Calgary Zoo – Parking Map – CLICK HERE FOR THE ZOO MAP
CONNECT | EMPOWER | LEARN | CELEBRATE

Lead with Purpose Conference
2019-06-13 07:30 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | WinSport, 88 Canada Olympic Road SW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B 5R5, Canada
Lead With Purpose – Leadership Conference | WinSport – June 13, 2019
Special 2 for 1 Pricing: code: nestfriends |
Register before June 10 for a chance to win a Beauty Transformation and wardrobe style valued at $ 250.
The Nest Foundation empowers women to rebuild their lives with courage, confidence commitment, and integrity through education, mentorship, and wellness.
We invite you to elevate your leadership and lead with a purpose!
Lead with Purpose is for individuals and teams with a desire to lead with a purpose and inspire those around them.
. Learn from industry experts, thought leaders and business leaders as they share their inspiring journeys, expertise, wisdom to empower women to succeed.
Lead with Purpose attracts female and male leaders who believe in empowering women in their network, workplaces, and communities. Our conference delegates will experience insightful and inspiring stories, panel discussions with industry experts and be apart of a journey that inspires hope and action.
100% of net proceeds to support The Nest Foundation.
Purpose: To transform the lives of women and children who have overcome adversity.
Vision: Inspire a world of reciprocity where women prosper and families to thrive.
When women succeed, families succeed!
Together We Are Stronger! CONTACT US, Become a Sponsor or Donor!
MEET OUR KEYNOTES | SESSION SPEAKERS | PANELISTS
Debra Poneman – Keynote Speaker – Say Yes to Success – @dponeman
Founder and CEO, Yes to Success | Motivational Speaker, Author
Debra Poneman, founder and CEO of Yes to Success Seminars, Inc., is recognized as a pioneer in the field of personal growth. Since 1981 Debra has been a popular keynote speaker, seminar leader and talk show guest on radio, TV and in print in dozens of major cities and countries around the world.
For over 35 years, Debra Poneman, bestselling author and founder of Yes to Success Seminars, has shared her success system, now used by tens of thousands of people in every corner of the globe, to create lives of not only success and abundance, but deep and profound happiness, self-love and lasting inner fulfillment.
Known as the mentor to the mentors, Debra’s students have used her teachings to become mega-successful entrepreneurs, renowned transformational leaders, NY Times bestselling authors, millionaires, billionaires—even household names. But Debra’s greatest gift is her deep belief in every person’s magnificence and her ability to convey that belief to activate in her audience members and clients profound and lasting inner and outer transformation.
The 5 Universal Keys that Guarantee True and Lasting Success
Everyone has greatness inside of them. That is the Truth. Everyone. The question is, how do you fearlessly live that greatness? Where do you begin? Debra has discovered the 5 KEYS to how each of us can live the life we were born to live – a life of true and lasting inner and outer success. And she is going to share those keys with us so that we can begin to soar in our individual greatness and make a powerful contribution to the future of our world.

Dr. Jody Carrington – Keynote Speaker – Leadership Wellness | @JodyCarrington
Clinical Psychologist, Author, Speaker | 2018 Women of Inspiration – Difference Maker
Dr. Jody Carrington is a Clinical Psychologist who has spent most of her career working with children and families who have experienced trauma. Growing up on a farm in rural Alberta, Canada, and after 13 years (!) of post-secondary education, she took her first job on the Mental Health Inpatient Units of the Alberta Children’s Hospital in Calgary. It was during those 10 years that she learned the most about kids, families, relationships, and the vital importance of connection. Today, she is back living in a rural setting, managing a private practice, raising a family, speaking around the country about relationships, connection and her new book, “Kids These Days”.
Jody passionately believes in the power of the relationship with the people we love, lead, and teach. Her favorite thing on the planet to do is to speak with educators – they have the power to change the trajectory of a life every single day. It’s time, she believes, that we need to start focusing less on kids these days, and more on those of you who hold them every day. The core of everything she speaks and writes about comes down to this: we are wired to do hard things. We can do those hard things so much easier when we remember this: we are wired for connection

Karen Stewart – Keynote Speaker – Disrupting with Purpose
Founder and CEO, Bumble Bees Venture Capital Inc. and Fairway Divorce Solutions Ltd | 2018 – Women of Inspiration Award – Advocate and Catalyst for Change | @BumbleBeesCap
Karen is a serial industry disrupter and entrepreneur. She has over 25 years of experience in founding and building businesses that are disruptive and create significant shareholder value. Being nominated for Women of Inspiration touches her on so many levels. To Karen, a woman of inspiration achieves success by inspiring others, therefore impacting both lives and society in a positive way. Her story is one of hope, vision, and simple determination. Karen believes that each and every woman can have everything. By everything, she means whatever your heart desires. “I believe you can be a strong leader, a business success, and at the same time have deep maternal instincts. While in her 50’s, Karen feels like she is just entering the prime of her career and will continue to be inspired by ideas that have an impact in a positive way. Karen has started more than 7 companies and to date have had zero failures. She’s only just beginning.
Monica Kretschmer- Keynote Speaker – Embracing Resilience to Lead with Purpose
Founder and CEO, Canadian Business Chicks, Women of Inspiration Awards, Women of Inspiration Awards, The Nest Foundation | @cdnbizchicks
Embracing Resilience to Lead with Purpose – Everyone has a story. Our founder will share how to you can learn to embrace resilience and lead with purpose.
Monica is the Founder and CEO of Canadian Business Chicks, Women of Inspiration Awards, The Nest Foundation and SupportHER elevating male leaders who champion women in their networks, workplaces, and communities. She is the founder of The Nest Foundation empowering women to rebuild their lives for themselves and their children through mentorship, education, and wellness. Monica is a native Calgarian and entrepreneur at heart with a passion for building authentic connections, empowering women and embraces life with courage, confidence, commitment, and integrity. Monica’s mission is to inspire women to lead with a purpose and prosper in business and life.

Cindy Luffer – Success Story
CEO, iPhix | 2018 Women of Inspiration – Nest Award | @Cindy_iPhix
Cindy Luffer was a believer in STEM before it was an acronym! It wasn’t a field she sought out to break into as a female; it was just what she wanted to be. A big city girl with big city dreams of becoming an engineer was accomplished with honours and respect. From Montreal, she was educated with a bachelor’s in science in Chemical Engineering from Texas A&M University and holds professional engineering designations in the state of Maine, and provinces of Quebec and Alberta. Cindy has many years of pulp & paper and oil & gas experience before moving to Calgary. When she broke her personal phone, while on maternity leave with her third child, necessity brought opportunity and unique business for its time was born. iPhix Inc. established in 2009 is Calgary’s foremost out-of-warranty consumer handheld device repair centre. iPhix employs 15 people operating out of iPhix Eau Claire Market, iPhix TD Core, iPhix Avenida, iPhix Sage Hill, and the Calgary iPhix Mobile Kiosk Unit. Cindy Luffer is 2018 Women of Inspiration Nest Award recipient. As a single mom of four kids and a growing business, Cindy is leading by example and giving hope to women that they can rebuild their lives for themselves and their children.

Sam Bell – Featured Speaker | Moderator – Transformation Panel
Founder, Momaita’s Journey @mamaitasjourney
Sam is a nurse/midwife and teacher with a career spanning 3 decades and 3 continents, working in public, private and charitable sectors. She is recognized as a huge advocate for women as a writer, transformational coach, international speaker, and is what you could call, a connector of hearts. Her work is largely focused upon helping mothers and daughters struggling with their difficult sometimes, toxic, relationships, resolving issues such as self-esteem, confidence, relationships, happiness, chronic disease, and body image.
Stepping into Divine Feminine: Seeking freedom from the patriarchy and all forms of oppression that exploit and devalue women, peoples and the environment, we begin to see societies working towards radical transformation focusing on relationships between people, and of the relationship between people and
TRANSFORMATION PANELISTS

Jaden Sterling – Panelist
Jaden Sterling, Founder of Sterling Stock Ed Inc. | Angel Investor | Money Mentor | @JadenSterling88
Jaden is an award-winning, international best-selling author of The Alchemy of True Success. Practical tools to use your mind body and spirit to live an extraordinary life. Jaden had an epiphany at age 14 and clearly knew his life purpose. Jaden says, “I knew I would teach people how to master money and not be enslaved by it. My teaching would be based on personal experiences.” Following the epiphany, Jaden embraced his mission to learn about money. He studied economics, worked for Citigroup and Merrill Lynch as a financial advisor and built a 12-million-dollar business by age 36.
Today, Jaden draws from more than 30-years of experience teaching about money globally via his online program: Stocks 4 Freedom System. Sterling says, “It’s never too early or too late to master money, the key is to learn and do what works, then ignore everything else.”
Jaden is an internationally recognized leader regarding money and has been featured on hundreds of Radio TV and in print magazines including Shaw Cable, Be Scene TV, Om Times Magazine, Fox News and The Huffington Post. Jaden resides in British Columbia with his wife and two step-up kids.
Jamie Leno Zimron – Panelist
Founder The Centered Way Inc. | 6th Degree Aikido Black Belt | Marriage Family Therapist (MFT) | LPGA Golf Pro | Mind-Body Expert | Corporate Speaker | International Citizen’s Diplomat.
Jamie Leno Zimron is passionate about every woman and person reaching their potential, peacefully and powerfully, in a world that works for everyone! A dual citizen of Israel, she co-founded the Middle East Aikido Peace Project to help develop peacefully empowered leaders in Israel, Palestine and Northern Africa. She is an award-winning trainer, speaker, and entrepreneur, whose greatest joy is providing holistic practices people can quickly use to transform their relationships, businesses, families, health, golf, and personal pursuits.
Jamie Sensei (Master Instructor) is acclaimed for her dynamic style in guiding people to newfound well-being and success. She has spoken to Canadian executive groups from Vancouver to Moncton and is honored to be part of this exciting conference and work in Calgary.
Chris Kennedy – Panelist
Co-Founder Beauty B!tch Podcast | Author Virgin Beauty Bitch | @VirginBeautyBit
Christopher Kennedy is the author of the book, and co-host of the podcast VIRGIN.BEAUTY.B!TCH, a platform that explores gender, sexuality, and relationships. Christopher is a graduate of Radio and Television Broadcast Arts at SAIT and Public Relations at Langara College. His experiences include music director with CHFM Radio Calgary; Regional Promotions and Marketing Manager with Warner Music Canada, and Regional Publicist and Events Coordinator at Citytv.
Heather Erlen – Panelist
Alberta Representative, Canadian Labour Congress | Co-Founder, Virgin Beauty B!tch Podcast | 2018 Women of Inspiration Award – Power Partner | @HeatherErlen
With her partner, Chris Kennedy, Heather has honed her passion for exploring the collective experience of The Feminine. Since the day these power partners met they vowed to work together to break free of social prescriptions of feminine and masculine – and by doing this catalyze change. They wanted to have conversations and hear from persons of all genders to elevate the importance of Feminine. That is how the Podcast – The Virgin, The Beauty, and The Bitch was incepted and nurtured. They have hosted a wide range of persons on the show. From a psychologist professor talking about pornography to a couple battling through changing gender roles, to a woman who gives makeovers to women in severe poverty. Heather, along with Chris, is dancing and pulling and pushing in these conversations that tackle some of the greatest social justice issues of our time, and their following is growing.

Dr. Laurie Maslak – Session Speaker – Finding Your Voice To Lead | Moderator – SupportHER – Diversity and Inclusiveness Panel
President and Consultant, Maslak & Associates | BOD Chair, The Nest Foundation
Finding Your Voice to Lead: Learning of a new medium that helps to understand how our “inner intentions” are reflected through our actual voice and presence.
Dr. Laurie Maslak is a life-long learner, with a passion for educating leaders of today and tomorrow. Her career journey has included a long career as a nurse, followed by another career in HR, and the past six years travelling around North America building strong safety cultures and workplaces. She holds a Ph.D. in Organization and Management, specialization Leadership and was one of the first Royal Roads University graduates. A wife and mother of five beautiful children and a grandmother to seven adorable future leaders, Laurie serves on the Board of the Nest Foundation. Passions are golf and
SupportHER Diversity and Inclusion Panel

Arjun Channa – Panelist
GM, The Westin, Calgary @TheWestinCalgary
Arjun has over 25 years of hospitality industry experience bringing a wealth of international expertise globetrotting around the world in 11 different countries. He has held various roles in Algeria, UAE, Jordan, Beijing, Kenya, China, and the list goes on! Arjun held his first General Manager role in 2008 at the Le Meridian Port Vila Resort and Casino in Vanuatu. From there he was promoted to GM at the Sheraton Udaipur Palace Resort & Spa in India. He then took on several Task Force General Manager roles. From 2013 to 2015, he held the position of Hotel Manager at Sheraton Centre Toronto, Starwood’s flagship hotel in the Canadian market than moved West to Calgary, end 2015 to be been appointed as General Manager of The Westin Calgary Hotel. Arjun has a diploma in Hotel Management from the International Hotel and Training Institutes in Neuchatel, Switzerland. He is fluent in French, Italian, Hindi and conversational in German & Mandarin.
With his spirit to ‘give back’, he sits on many boards in the city including the Calgary Hotel Association, SAIT Advisory Board, Global Chamber and part of the SKAL network. For Marriott International, he is part of America’s Leadership Advisory Council & also the Diversity and Inclusion Champion for West Canada.
Arjun’s is a proud husband to his wife of 24 years and father his 4 children, one of them being a 3-year-old Husky. In his free time During his free time, Arjun mentors, enjoy public speaking but more importantly, he loves to spend time with his family, kick-boxing and traveling to discover our world.

Desiree Bombenon – Panelist
President and CEO, SureCall Contact Centers Ltd. @SureCallInc
Desiree has over 30 years of business operational experience with a proven track record of leading businesses to success and was named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women in both 2016 & 2017 by WXN. Desiree loves to utilize people and their skills to create success for other businesses while allowing those businesses to focus on their core competencies. That’s what SureCall does! I’m vision-driven with regards to our corporation. Our corporation has a motto of doing good with every call, and is purpose-driven towards creating good in the world,” said the Harvard alumni, who through the Advanced Leadership Initiative, works on critical humanitarian issues around the world. It is Desiree’s mission to educate females in underserved communities. She has created a project, “Hero Girls” that provides a mentorship entrepreneurial program for females in Nepal, including scholarships, classes, mentorships, and Microcredit loans for female entrepreneurs.

Peter Kinkaide – Panelist
CEO, Raintree Capital @RaintreeEMD
Peter Kinkaide, the CEO of Raintree Capital, the parent company of Raintree Financial Solutions, Raintree Wealth Management, and Raintree Corporate Finance. Our businesses are focused on helping investors access diverse investments in the public and private markets. Our goal is to change the way Canadian’s think about investing their money by educating and providing them with independent, innovative investment solutions. My career started in corporate finance and investment banking. I joined Raintree in 2012 and took on the CEO role in 2016.
Peter is the founder of Women & Wealth Inc., a not-for-profit organization that hosts events on International Women’s Day to empower, inspire and support women across Canada who are, or are on their way to becoming, confident and passionate leaders of our businesses, organizations, governments, schools, and communities. Together, we seek to help close the gender gap and promote gender equality within our society.

Sandy Pound – Panelist
Regional Vice President, Integrated Markets, Royal Bank | @RBC
Sandy Pound is Regional Vice President – Integrated Markets with RBC responsible for the business across 23 Retail branches in Calgary. She has been in the Financial Services industry for 30+ years and has held a variety of roles leading teams at regional and national levels across Canada in Retail Markets, Wealth Management, and Private Banking.
Sandy is an active volunteer in Calgary with a passion to support mental health issues and Canada’s youth. She is currently serving as vice chair on the board of Distress Centre Calgary, executive sponsor of RBC’s Employee Resource Group PRIDE and a mentor to several youths starting out in their careers through RBC’s Thrive and Career launch programs.
She is married with two adult children and two grandchildren and in her spare time loves to be outdoors hiking and also travel around the world.
BEAUTY TRANSFORMATION
Delegates will learn from our beauty experts who will share their “secret beauty sauce” live on stage during lunch! Delegates will have the opportunity to enter for a draw for a Beauty Transformation which includes: hair, make-up, and style from our team of experts!
Adrienne Furrie – Stylist @adriennefurrie
Adrienne Furrie, professional makeup artist and image expert with 20 years experience and a serious weakness for all things sparkly and beautiful. Cut through the confusion of what to wear and how to use makeup properly with simple, practical strategies that’ll have you looking and feeling confident, attractive and ready to rock your business and life.

Rola Muhieddine – Founder, Maison Blu – House of Glam and Maison Blu Academy (M.B.A.) | @maisonblu
Rola Muhieddine is the Founder of the sought-after Beauty brand Maison Blu – House of Glam, and Maison Blu Academy (M.B.A).
She’s a Master Makeup Artist, an Educator, and wears the title of Leader to her growing team of industry professionals under her umbrella of beauty divisions. Rola has nearly 20 years of makeup artistry experience and a lifetime of growing up in the beauty industry. Her family has owned and operated several salons around the city and across the globe from the time she was born. It comes as no surprise that Rola would grow to love and pursue a similar path. Today, she describes the word “business” as a simple formula – whether you are selling an oil tank or a lipstick, you succeed only when you listen to the demands of your client and offer great service in return; the rest sells itself!
Maison Blu is “home” to Beauty Services, products, and Education. Her team of beauty professionals offers an array of services in-house true to Rola’s vision and core values. Her Globally recognized signature artistry has given her a strong social media platform and is the foundation for the brand’s image and her Beauty Education Academy.
Her 10-year goal: taking Blu to new heights she says! There’s no doubt this industry leader and mom of 3, with her track record of slow and steady growth will be anything less.
Yvonne E.L. Silver – Session Speaker – MentorHER Group Mentorship
Founder, Flourish with Yvonne E.L. Silver | Best Selling Author | Executive Coach | Volunteer, The Nest Foundation | Boss Chicks Authentic Mentorship Program, Chair | 2018 Women of Inspiration Award – Mentorship | @Yvonne_ELSilver
Yvonne E.L. Silver is a Growth Catalyst: passionate about teaching women leaders and entrepreneurs to Flourish in business – by mastering their confidence and using powerful language, for more sales and to grow their team – for a sustainable business that is fun. Professionally, she is a Speaker, Coach, Chartered HR Consultant and Mentorship Chair, as well as a bestselling author, radio show host, Mother and Wife. With over 25 years of experience in eight high-growth start-ups, holding senior corporate roles of Founder, VP, and HR Director – she is creating Feminine Workplace Cultures which support women’s growth and advocate pay equity.
Mentorship: Your leadership growth imperative – leveraging Mentorship personally and professionally. How this underutilized approach can accelerate your growth and why this is critical. Experience the magic of a Mini-Mentorship session.
SPECIAL 2 for 1 Pricing: Enter Code: nestfriends (General and Student Tickets)
All tickets purchased prior to 6:00 pm on June 10 will be entered for the Live Beauty Transformation and $ 250 wardrobe from Sublime.
AGENDA
8:00 am Breakfast & Registration
8:30 am Opening Remarks
8:40 am Morning Meditation
9:00 am Keynote – Resilience | Monica Kretschmer
9:30 am Success Story Interview | Cindy Luffer
9:45 am Keynote – Making a Difference | Dr. Jody Carrington
10:15 am Break with Purpose
10:30 am Keynote | Karen Stewart
11:00 am Session Speaker| Sam Bell
11:15 pm Transformation Panel ( Jamie Leno Zimeron | Heather Erlen | Chris Kennedy | Jaden Sterling)
12:00 pm Lunch & Beauty Transformation (Main Stage 12:15 pm – 12:45 pm) | Virgin Beauty B!tch Interviews
1:00 pm Success Story Interview | Desiree Bombenon
1: 15 pm Session Speaker | Dr. Laurie Maslak
1:30 pm Diversity & Inclusiveness Panel (Arjun Channa | Desiree Bombenon | Peter Kinkaide | Sandy Pound)
2:45 pm Break with Purpose
3:00 pm Group Mentor Session | Yvonne E.L. Silver
3:30 pm Beauty Transformation Reveal (Adrienne Furrie | Rola Muheidinne)
4:00 pm Keynote | Debra Poneman
4:45 pm Closing Remarks
5:00 pm End
What to wear? Business casual. Wear what is comfortable for a full day of learning!

A Day In The Mountains - VIP WOI Expereince
2019-09-21 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto)
A Day in The Mountains – Former First Lady Laureen Harper

Date: Saturday, September 21, 2019
Time: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm (plan to arrive at 11:00 am, allow for 45 min drive)
Location: Square Butte Ranches – www.squarebutteranches.com

Click here for the link and map from driving
Details:
This is private social gathering is a VIP WOI Experience for our Women of Inspiration Alumni, Nominees and Sponsors. Our guests will mix and mingle, share stories and spend the afternoon with Former First Lady Laureen Harper.
Guests will enjoy the fresh mountain air, beautiful vistas on a group WALK from the stunning Square Butte Ranches Property. Note, heels and wedges are not recommended. We will WALK to ensure that EVERYONE can participate!
Please arrive at the Ranch for 11:00 am, we will have a mix and mingle, head out for a group walk and take in the scenery, back to mingle until 2:00 pm.
Bring something comfortable for walking (no heels or wedges), runners, boots, whatever you wish!
We will be collecting donations for The Nest Foundation™ to empower women to rebuild their lives for themselves and their children.

Calgary - Women of Inspiration Gala - Oct 3 - SOLD OUT - Limited Seats Released!
2019-10-03 17:00 - 23:30 (America/Toronto) | The Westin Marriott, 320, 4th Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 2S6, Canada
Celebrating our 5th Premier Woman of Inspiration Awards Gala in Calgary and Toronto proudly presented by Cardel Homes. Our National Women of Inspiration Awards recognizes the achievements of women who are making an impact in the community and around the globe and the men that SupportHER.
Click Here for Toronto, ON – October 9, 2019 – Tickets Available for Toronto!
DREAM BIG! Connect with business leaders, thought leaders, visionaries, influencers, and the movers and shakers who shape our community and inspire us to be more and do more! Whether you are a friend, colleague, sponsor or SupportHER, take this opportunity to celebrate women and the men who believe together we are stronger.
Meet the unstoppable 2019 Women of Inspiration Nominees and Award Recipients who dream big and make change happen!
We are set to DREAM BIG and look forward to welcoming you and your guests to a night of celebration, connection, inspiration, and memories! #WOI2019DreamBig
SOLD OUT!
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We look forward to celebrating with you on OCTOBER 3, 2019

CALGARY – 2019 WOMEN OF INSPIRATION GALA * Black Tie
Date: Thursday, October 3, 2019
Location: The Westin Calgary – 320 4th Ave SW – Grand Ballroom
Program:

5:00 pm Registration Open + VIP Nominee Reception
5:30 pm Meet and Greet Nominees
6:15 pm Dinner – Abbie Thurgood
7:00 pm Program | Awards | Keynote
9:30 pm After Party with DJ | Book Signing – Roz Savage

Emcee

Danaye Maier, Morning Show Host | 98.5 Virgin Radion @danayemaier| @aWomanadayyyc
Danaye Maier is a morning radio host on 98.5 Virgin Radio. She’s been a broadcaster for 15 years and has spent time on-air in multiple cities before making Calgary home. In the 8 years that she has lived in Calgary, she married her college sweetheart, Matt, bought her first house and now has two beautiful toddlers, Violet and Maxwell. Music is a huge part of Danaye’s life. She is the lead singer of a band called “The Barn Burners” with some of her colleagues and other friends from around the city. She recently started an initiative called “A WOMAN A DAY YYC” where she profiles a different outstanding Calgary woman every single day on Instagram. Witnessing other women lift each other up through this platform has become Danaye’s new joy and passion. Women from all walks of life nominate each other for the great things they have done, and it is incredibly inspiring.
Inspiration Keynote Speaker

Roz Savage
4x Guinness World Record Holder | Ocean Rower | Eco- Adventurer | Resilience Coach | Environmentalist
Roz Savage holds four Guinness World Records for ocean rowing, including the first woman to row solo across three oceans: the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian. She has rowed over 15,000 miles, taken around 5 million oar strokes, and spent cumulatively over 500 days of her life at sea in a 23-foot rowboat. She was awarded the MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in the Queen’s Birthday Honours 2013 for services to environmental awareness and fundraising.
Roz Savage has been appointed a United Nations Climate Hero, an Athlete Ambassador for 350.org, an Ambassador for the Plastic Oceans Foundation, and MacGillivray Freeman’s One World One Ocean project. She has also served on the board of Adventure Scientists and is a trained presenter for the Climate Reality Project. She teamed up with Zac Goldsmith as co-patron of the Greener Upon Thames campaign for a plastic bag free Olympics in 2012. She is a Notable Coalition Member of the Plastic Pollution Coalition and ambassador for the 5 Gyres Institute. Her voyages took place under the auspices of the Blue Frontier Campaign.
Roz is also a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, a Fellow of the Explorers Club of New York, and has been listed amongst the Top Twenty Great British Adventurers by the Daily Telegraph and the Top Ten Ultimate Adventurers by National Geographic. In 2011, she received the Ocean Inspiration Through Adventure award. She has been inducted into the International Green Industry Hall of Fame and was a recipient of a Yale World Fellowship. In 2010, she was named Adventurer of the Year by National Geographic.

Monica Kretschmer – Visionary | Speaker | Philanthropist | Advocate @CDNBizchicks
Monica is the Founder and CEO of Universal Womens Network ™, Canadian Business Chicks, Women of Inspiration Awards, The Nest Foundation™ and SupportHER™ elevating male leaders who champion women in their networks, workplaces, and communities. She is the founder of The Nest Foundation™ empowering women to rebuild their lives for themselves and their children through mentorship, education, and wellness.
A single mom, born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, she is a visionary, speaker and serial entrepreneur, passionate about celebrating and advocating for women to prosper personally and professionally. She is committed to Gender Equality and fostering a network where diversity, innovation, recognition, mentorship are valued. Monica’s mission is to inspire women to lead with a purpose and prosper in business and life.
“Every woman has a story. Your story does not define you; it empowers you!” Monica Kretschmer
Live Performances by Canadian Female Artists

Abbie Thurgood – Singer | Songwriter @AbbieThurgood
AbbieThurgood is Canadian singer-songwriter hailing from Calgary AB, weaving between Rock, Blues, and Soul she is a bluntly honest, powerhouse songstress. You can find her in a multitude of different musical settings, from the raw singer-songwriter set to a face blasting, a space-bursting fury that is the psychedelic heavy rock projectGone Cosmic. Abbie is the frontwoman for the newly formed group, in just a year they have released their debut full-length album “Sideways in Time” under the German-based record label, Kozmic Artifactz.

Kaiya – Singer| Songwiter| Philanthropist | WOI2019 Nominee | @KaiyasMusic
For the last two years, Kaiya feels she has been able to dream with her eyes wide open. Kaiya began learning piano and taking voice lessons only three short years ago, but in that time her love for performing has blossomed. In 2018 Kaiya performed at 19 events, including Brett Wilson’s #OMGP in support of mental health, Prairie Rowdy in support of Paul Brandt’s #Not in My City, the Women of Inspiration Awards, and at #BrettBrett Christmas in support of our veterans. She also graced the stage of the Bella Theatre and performed a volunteer concert for the patients and staff on the Palliative Care Ward at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre. She has been thrilled to meet and perform alongside fellow artists The Dead South, Leaving Thomas, and Brett Kissel, her country idol.

Chloe Shingoose – Musician | Singer | Rising Star @ChloeShingoose
Chloe Shingoose is 15 years old and is just finishing up Grade 9 in Stettler, AB. She loves to excel in everything that you put in front of her. She keeps herself very busy musically with Vocal Lessons from Tamara Beatty and weekly Guitar lessons. She has a passion for Country Music but loves all genres and ages. She has competed in many Festivals and Talent Shows but absolutely loves singing for fun at
events like this. Chloe is also an athlete that enjoys every sport. This past year she played Bantam Elite
Hockey out of Red Deer and is currently playing Softball with the Elnora Eagles. Somehow with all of this
going on she still manages to keep her grades up and is always looking for the next adventure with
STARS in her eyes.

Anna Nesterova – DJ Armata @djarmata – After Party Mix
I have always believed music to be a common thread that connects us all. Wherever you may live, whatever language you may speak, music provides the unifying rhythm and beat that we can all dance and move to. As a DJ and a performer, I have been fortunate enough to have travelled around the world, from Uzbekistan, where I was born – to Canada where I live today – as well as taking in the most wondrous cities across Asia, Central America, and Europe. And from each visit, I have absorbed a little of the local musical culture and blended them all together to create my own distinctive sound.
The foundation of my musical repertoire lies in House, Techno and Dubstep – and to each of these genres, I can mix, add and customize as you wish, to create the perfect soundtrack that will take you from dusk ’til dawn.

WOMAN OF INSPIRATION
A Woman of Inspiration is an extraordinary woman who leads by example, lives on purpose and inspires others to be more and do more. She is a modern-day hero, game-changer, mover and shaker, and role model who leads by example with courage, confidence, commitment, and integrity, empowers those around her and makes an impact in her community and around the globe. We look forward to celebrating role models across Canada!

100% Silent Auction support The Nest Foundation. The Nest Foundation empowers women to rebuild their lives for themselves and their children through education, wellness, and experiences! When women succeed, families succeed!

Toronto - Women of Inspiration Gala - Oct 9
2019-10-09 17:00 - 23:30 (America/Toronto) | 255 Front Street West, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2W6, Canada
Celebrating our 5th Premier Woman of Inspiration Awards Gala in Calgary and Toronto proudly presented by Cardel Homes. Our National Women of Inspiration Awards recognizes the achievements of women who are making an impact in the community and around the globe and the men that SupportHER.
Register for Women of Inspiration – Calgary, AB – Oct 3 – CALGARY 99% SOLD OUT!
DREAM BIG! Connect with business leaders, thought leaders, visionaries, influencers, and the movers and shakers who shape our community and inspire us to be more and do more! Whether you are a friend, colleague, sponsor or SupportHER, take this opportunity to celebrate women and the men who believe together we are stronger.
Meet the unstoppable 2019 Women of Inspiration Nominees and Award recipients who dream big and make change happen!
We are set to DREAM BIG and look forward to welcoming you and your guests to a night of celebration, connection, inspiration, and memories! #WOI2019DreamBig

TORONTO – 2019 WOMEN OF INSPIRATION GALA * Black Tie
Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre – Constitution Hall FG, Level 100 (North Building)
Program:

5:00 pm Registration Open + VIP Nominee Reception
5:30 pm Meet and Greet 2019 Nominees | Music4 Life String Quartette
6:15 pm Dinner | International Violinist – Sophie Armstrong
7:00 pm Program and Awards | 2019 Nominee Celebration | Monica Kretschmer | Richard Nesbitt | Kayia Gamble | Sappho
10:00 pm After Party – Sappho | Book Signing – Roz Savage

2019 – WOMEN OF INSPIRATION GALA

Co – Emcee – Tara Slone – Co-host of Rogers Hometown Hockey | @TaraSlone
Tara Slone is a Juno-nominated musician and an award-winning television host, who can be seen on Sunday nights alongside co-host Ron MacLean on Rogers Hometown Hockey on Sportsnet.
Getting her start in the acting world, Tara found success on stage and onscreen, landing parts in several movies and TV series, including a recurring role in the USA network show La Femme Nikita and a role opposite Ryan Reynolds in the film Foolproof. In the late 1990s, Tara found her musical soulmates in the band Joydrop, achieving international success with the hit singles Beautiful and Sometimes Wanna Die, and a 2002 Juno Award nomination. Tara was also a top ten finalist on the hit CBS singing competition Rockstar: INXS. In 2007, Tara made the jump to the broadcast world, working first in entertainment television, and later as the host of Breakfast Television Calgary. In 2014, Tara was brought on as a reporter for the new Sunday night NHL broadcast called Rogers Hometown Hockey, travelling across the country in search of Canada’s best hockey stories. In 2015, Tara was made full-time cohost and is now heading into her sixth season sitting at the desk with Ron MacLean. Tara lives in Toronto with her husband, Joe, and their daughter, Audrey.

Co-Emcee – Michael Burns – President and CEO, The Princes Margret Foundation | @mburnspmcf
Michael Burns brings his diverse background and skills, along with his passion for giving to the community, to his role as President & CEO of The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. He joined the organization at the beginning of 2018. Michael has over 20 years of experience in marketing, financial services, technology, and entrepreneurship.
Most recently, he was the CEO of the Invictus Games Toronto 2017, the largest international adaptive sports competition in the world featuring ill and injured soldiers and veterans. Michael led the execution of the Games in Toronto, building the organization from the ground up, which took more than two years. Under his leadership, the Games secured support from all three levels of government and more than 100 corporate and community partners, recruiting more than 1,800 volunteers.
The Invictus Games in Toronto was completely sold-out and generated the highest national and worldwide viewing audience in the history of the event. Michael is the co-founder of the True Patriot Love Foundation, which supports Canada’s military, veterans and their families by funding programs for mental health, physical rehabilitation, career transition and family services. He is also Past Chair of the Michael Garron Hospital Foundation Board (formerly the Toronto East General Hospital Board Foundation). He successfully led the team that secured the Garrons’ $50-million donation. He is also on the Board of the Canadian Institute for Military & Veteran Health Research and is a member of the Board of Directors of two world-class entertainment venues in Toronto: Roy Thomson Hall and Massey Hall. In 2017, Michael received an honorary Doctor of Laws from Dalhousie University. In 2016, Canada’s Governor-General, on behalf of the Queen, awarded him The Meritorious Service Cross for his work with military families. In 2012, he was awarded the Canadian Forces Medallion for Distinguished Service, the military’s highest honour for a civilian. That same year, he was also awarded a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal honouring significant contributions and achievements by Canadians. In 2010, he was named one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40.
Founder, Women of Inspiration Awards and Host

Monica Kretschmer – Visionary | Speaker | Philanthropist | Advocate @CDNBizchicks
Monica is the Founder and CEO of Universal Womens Network ™, Canadian Business Chicks, Women of Inspiration Awards, The Nest Foundation™ and SupportHER™ elevating male leaders who champion women in their networks, workplaces, and communities. She is the founder of The Nest Foundation™ empowering women to rebuild their lives for themselves and their children through mentorship, education, and wellness.
A single mom, born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, she is a visionary, speaker and serial entrepreneur, passionate about celebrating and advocating for women to prosper personally and professionally. She is committed to Gender Equality and fostering a network where diversity, innovation, recognition, mentorship are valued. Monica’s mission is to inspire women to lead with a purpose and prosper in business and life.
“Every woman has a story. Your story does not define you; it empowers you!” Monica Kretschmer
Inspirational Keynote Speaker

Roz Savage
4x Guinness World Record Holder | Ocean Rower | Eco- Adventurer | Resilience Coach | Environmentalist
Roz Savage holds four Guinness World Records for ocean rowing, including the first woman to row solo across three oceans: the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian. She has rowed over 15,000 miles, taken around 5 million oar strokes, and spent cumulatively over 500 days of her life at sea in a 23-foot rowboat. She was awarded the MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in the Queen’s Birthday Honours 2013 for services to environmental awareness and fundraising.
Roz Savage has been appointed a United Nations Climate Hero, an Athlete Ambassador for 350.org, an Ambassador for the Plastic Oceans Foundation, and MacGillivray Freeman’s One World One Ocean project. She has also served on the board of Adventure Scientists and is a trained presenter for the Climate Reality Project. She teamed up with Zac Goldsmith as co-patron of the Greener Upon Thames campaign for a plastic bag free Olympics in 2012. She is a Notable Coalition Member of the Plastic Pollution Coalition and ambassador for the 5 Gyres Institute. Her voyages took place under the auspices of the Blue Frontier Campaign.
Roz is also a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, a Fellow of the Explorers Club of New York, and has been listed amongst the Top Twenty Great British Adventurers by the Daily Telegraph and the Top Ten Ultimate Adventurers by National Geographic. In 2011, she received the Ocean Inspiration Through Adventure award. She has been inducted into the International Green Industry Hall of Fame and was a recipient of a Yale World Fellowship. In 2010, she was named Adventurer of the Year by National Geographic.

Richard Nesbitt – Adjunct Professor, Rotman School of Management
RICHARD NESBITT is an Adjunct Professor of the Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto. He has also recently been a Visiting Professor at the London School of Economics, United Kingdom.
In June 2017, Richard published a book (with Barbara Annis) titled “Results at the Top” on the issue of men’s responsibility for gender diversity to improve their organizations (Wiley 2017). His new book (with Michael King) titled “Technological Innovation in Financial Services” will be available in early 2020 (UTP 2020).
Richard recently retired as CEO of Global Risk Institute. Previously he was Chief Operating Officer of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce until he retired from that position in September 2014. He joined CIBC in 2008 following his more than 20 years of experience in the securities industry which included CIBC Wood Gundy from 1987 to 1997. From 2004 to 2008 Richard was Chief Executive Officer of the Toronto Stock Exchange group.
Richard was awarded the 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award from Rotman. He is a graduate of the London School of Economics MSC 1986, Rotman MBA 1985, and HBA Ivey 1978.
Featuring Live Performances by Female Artists

Sophie Armstrong – International Violinist | 2017 Women of Inspiration Cultural Ambassador @SophieViolinist
World music meets classical crossover and pop: violinist Sophie Armstrong shares her story through music, inspiring audiences to feel. Born in London, United Kingdom and raised in Sydney, Australia, Sophie has performed all over the globe, gathering inspiration from different cultures. The British- Australian and now, local Canadian violinist’s has taken the past three years away from recording, on maternity leave. Now a mother of three, Sophie returns to her recording career and the stage celebrating her Scottish heritage with her new single Unvanquished. Released on October 8th, Unvanquished is co-written with and produced by Rob Wells.

Sappho – Singer | Songwriter | WOI2019 Nominee @SapphosVoice
Sappho is a sci-pop performer and songwriter, currently based in Toronto, ON. When she’s not in virtual reality, she can be found writing and performing futuristic pop music, making 360 videos, and appearing on panels about where tech can take us! Sci-pop is hoping that gets stuck in your head, and Sappho is tremendously excited to be debuting the new sub-genre here at the Women of Inspiration Awards! The future is female

Kaiya – Singer | Songwriter| Philanthropist | WOI2019 Nominee | @MusicKaiya
For the last two years, Kaiya feels she has been able to dream with her eyes wide open. Kaiya began learning piano and taking voice lessons only three short years ago, but in that time her love for performing has blossomed. In 2018 Kaiya performed at 19 events, including Brett Wilson’s #OMGP in support of mental health, Prairie Rowdy in support of Paul Brandt’s #Not in My City, the Women of Inspiration Awards, and at #BrettBrett Christmas in support of our veterans. She also graced the stage of the Bella Theatre and performed a volunteer concert for the patients and staff on the Palliative Care Ward at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre. She has been thrilled to meet and perform alongside fellow artists The Dead South, Leaving Thomas, and Brett Kissel, her country idol.

Music4Life Ensemble’s String Quartet – VIP Reception
Music4 Life is sure to spice up any event. Based out of Ajax, they are available to play community, corporate or private events. Whether you are hosting a large crowd or a small intimate private gathering, they are thrilled to make your event a memorable one. Their musical repertoire includes classical, contemporary and jazz music. Proceeds from the group’s help fund a large, non-profit community string orchestra in Ajax that provides a friendly and welcoming forum for string musicians, of all ages and skill levels, to learn and play together.

WHO IS A WOMAN OF INSPIRATION?
A Woman of Inspiration is an extraordinary woman who leads by example, lives on purpose and inspires others to be more and do more. She is a modern-day hero, game-changer, mover and shaker, and role model who leads by example with courage, confidence, commitment, and integrity, empowers those around her and makes an impact in her community and around the globe. We look forward to celebrating female role models across Canada!

100% Silent Auction proceeds support The Nest Foundation. The Nest Foundation empowers women to rebuild their lives for themselves and their children through education, wellness, and experiences! When women succeed, families succeed!

MentorHER Mentorship - Monthly Online Calls
2019-10-16 12:00 - 12:45 (America/Denver)
MentorHER Mentorship Program
Commit to your success. Looking for a support network with women? Join our monthly online group calls with business leaders across Canada. Build your circle of influence, support from your peers, celebrate your successes!
Connect and build meaningful relationships with like-minded business leaders who want to see you succeed. Join our Monthly Online Group calls to connect, celebrate your milestones and commit to your personal and professional leadership. * Monthly MentorHER Group Calls included in Premium Membership. Become a Member.
Our MentorHER Mentorship Program is designed to focus on (4) key values: Commitment, Courage, Integrity, and Confidence. It includes 1:1 matching with our Mentor + monthly group online calls. Members receive 15 % off full MentorHER Mentorship Programs.

Q1. Commitment – (Jan- Mar)
Q2. Courage (Apr-Jun)
Q3. Integrity (July – Sept)
Q4. Confidence (Oct-Dec) – *October 16, 2019 start date

Each of our four custom modules will bring awareness and thought-provoking discussion and tips on how to elevate your personal leadership. Each Module includes (3) Mastermind Style Online Mentorship calls with business leaders and professionals across Canada. Once you are registered, you will be provided with a link to join.
Online MentorHER Mentorship Calls (Members and Non-Members) * Monthly calls included in Membership.

Connect with like-minded business leaders who want you to succeed
Gain a fresh perspective from your peers
Get support to overcome barriers in a non-judgemental environment
Celebrate your success, milestones, and wins!
Commit to 45 minutes per month to invest in your leadership!

Want to up your game? Enroll as a Mentee for our MenterHER Mentorship Program to elevate your experience and be matched with a mentor for a 1:1 experience and program materials.
Learn more about our MentorHER Mentorship Program.

Monthly MentorHER Success Call - Nov 6
2019-11-06 12:00 - 12:45 (America/Toronto)
Commit to your success. Looking for a support network with women? Join our monthly MentorHER Success Calls with business leaders across Canada. Build your circle of influence, support from your peers, celebrate your successes!
Connect and build meaningful relationships with like-minded business leaders who want to see you succeed. Join our Monthly MentorHER Success Calls to connect, celebrate your milestones and commit to your personal and professional leadership. Guest Women of Inspiration Alumni shares her success every call!
* Monthly MentorHER Success Calls included in Premium Membership. Become a Premium Member to join!
BENEFITS: Monthly MentorHER Success Calls

Connect with like-minded business leaders who want you to succeed
Gain a fresh perspective from your peers
Get support to overcome barriers in a non-judgemental environment
Celebrate your success, milestones, and wins!
Commit to 45 minutes per month to invest in your leadership!

Want to up your game? Enroll as a Mentee for our MenterHER Mentorship Program to elevate your experience and be matched with a mentor for a 1:1 experience to support you on your journey!
Learn more. Join our MentorHER 1:1 Mentorship Program. Enroll now to start January 1, 2020, with our MentorsHER Mentorship Program!

SupportHER - Trafficked Movie Panel - November 15
2019-11-15 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | Canada
SupportHER Panel with an all-star panel from the movie Trafficked!
Universal Womens Network is committed to gender equality and raising the bar to advance women personally and professionally. Together we are stronger!
Join us for a networking luncheon, and live panel with the movie producer, Conroy Kanter, celebrated Hollywood Actor, Partick Duffy, and Dr. Laura Hambley-Lovett, 2018 Women of Inspiration Global Influencer.
Agenda

11:00 am – Registration and Networking
11:30 am – Panel (Patrick Duffy, Conroy Kanter, Dr. Laura Hambley-Lovett) and Q and A
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm – Networking | Meet and Greet
1:00 pm – Movie Screening – Trafficked – Canyon Meadows Cinemas ( 13226 Macleod Trail #110) https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/trafficked-film-screening-tickets-74887371143 (Purchase Tickets for Trafficked)

Patrick Duffy – Celebrated Actor and Advocate to End Sex Trafficking
A celebrated actor who discovered his talent as a young teenager, Patrick Duffy has captivated audiences for 36 years as a familiar face on some of television’s most beloved series. Duffy reprised his iconic role as “Bobby Ewing” in the TNT continuation of the 1980’s drama series Dallas. Duffy was an original cast member of the 1978 series, starring in all 14 seasons. The series was nominated for numerous Emmy and Golden Globe Awards and won the People’s Choice Award for “Favorite TV Dramatic Program” for three consecutive years from 1980-1982 and again in 1987.
Duffy was also previously seen on the popular ABC sitcom, Step by Step where he starred as “Frank Lambert,” the husband of Carol Lambert played by Suzanne Somers. Additionally, Duffy had a longstanding role in the CBS daytime soap opera, The Bold and the Beautiful, starring as “Stephen Logan.” Since its premiere in 1987, the show has become the most-watched soap in the world, with an audience of an estimated 26.2 million viewers.

Conroy Kanter – Award-Winning Producer and Sex Trafficking Activist
Conroy Kanter is the Founder and President of KK Ranch Productions, CEO of Trafficked, LLC, an executive member of LA Women in Film, SAG, and ALSC. In addition to cherishing her role as a mother, she is an award-winning producer, actress, speaker, and now—activist.
Her latest independent dramas and social impact films, through the medium of film, has brought awareness to the $150 billion sex-trafficking industry (TRAFFICKED, starring Ashley Judd) and to today’s 30 million slaves in captivity around the world (Malaysian film, A MILLION LOVES IN ME, which premiered at the 2019 Beijing International Film Festival). Conroy was honored to be an invited guest speaker on The Power Of Film at the 2019 GSN/Vatican Conference in Vatican City, Italy this past April. Conroy received the 2018 ISTAND Award by FREE-THEM, Organization in Toronto/Ontario Canada, as a Freedom Fighter who continues to take extraordinary measures to fight human trafficking on a global scale. Conroy also received the State of California Ambassador Certificate of Recognition for outstanding service and commitment for 2018 and 2019.

Dr. Laura Hambley -Lovett – Industrial/Organizational Psychologist | 2018 Women of Inspiration Global Influencer | Advocate to end Sex Trafficking
Dr. Laura Hambley is an Industrial/Organizational Psychologist and a serial entrepreneur based in Calgary, Alberta. Dr. Laura has over 17 years of experience providing organizational consulting to public and private organizations in Canada, as well as internationally. Above all else, she is a leader and mentor who is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. Dr. Laura was nominated and selected as a Woman of Distinction in Canada in 2014 and recently won a Woman of Inspiration award as a Global Influencer (2018).
Mentoring and advocating for girls and women is a life mission for Dr. Laura, and she is currently leading the WITH HER movement, to end domestic violence and identify early warning signs of dangerous boyfriends and partners. She is also a global advocate for reducing sex trafficking, working alongside Hollywood Producer Conroy Kanter to educate and build awareness through the TRAFFICKED movie.
In addition to her businesses, Laura has published two psychological thrillers, Losing Cadence and Finding Sophie, that are being represented by a Hollywood Producer. She hopes to both entertain and raise awareness on important topics around mental health. Laura has three wonderful children ages 13, 11 and 8, and enjoys travel, squash, hiking, and skiing
ABOUT TRAFFICKED, inspired by real characters, is a look into the world of sex trafficking and follows three young women who are trafficked through an elaborate network and enslaved in a Texas Brothel from which they attempt a daring escape. Duffy plays the corrupt Congressman Christian Conrad, his first “Bad Guy” a character which he describes as a wolf in sheep’s clothing. Duffy is proud of the film’s power to build awareness of this horrific global issue and is an advocate for the cause to end sex trafficking.
Join TRAFFICKED Screening – 1:00 pm – Canyon Meadows Cinemas ( 13226 Macleod Trail #110) CLICK TO PURCHASE TICKETS TO TRAFFICKED – November 15, 2019, 1:00 pm.

Raise the Bar and SupportHER Panel - Nov 20
2019-11-17 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Canada
Raise the Bar and SupportHER!
Universal Womens Network is committed to gender equality and raising the bar to advance women personally and professionally. Together we are stronger!
Join us for an evening of networking and panel discussion with industry experts, thought leaders, visionaries, Women of Inspiration Alumni who are raising the bar to commit to gender equality! We welcome 2019 Women of Inspiration Alumni Award recipients Deb Milimaka Miles, Larry Goerzen, Robyn Woods, and Arjun Channa who share their leadership wisdom and how everyone can take a role to SupportHER to advance women in business in any industry at any level on an organization. Learn how these individuals are inspiring others to take action leading by example and making an impact locally, nationally and globally!
Agenda

6:00 pm – Open Networking
6:30 pm – Introduction – Featured Panelists – Women of Inspiration Alumni | SupportHER Panel and Q and A
7:30 pm – Closing Networking

SupportHER Panel – Guest Speakers

Deb Milimaka Miles – Chief Administrative Officer/Chief People Officer, Harvest One | 2019 Women of Inspiration SupportHER
A Senior Executive, Corporate Professional with over 30 years of high-performance corporate management and consulting experience in 16 countries around the world. Deb’s career has focused on driving transformation in business cultures through leadership.
Over her career, Deb has worked in the Financial, CPG and Technology verticals for both public and private, national and international companies, such as SMART Technologies, Aguila Convergence Worldwide, Foxconn, Loblaws, The Odella Group, Future Shop, Hudson’s Bay, National Trust, Scotiabank and BMO and most recently Harvest One.
Deb brings a wealth of experience in managing complex corporations through periods of global transformation, acquisition, and adapting in rapidly changing environments. In her background, Deb was with Loblaw, Canada’s largest retailer, where she led the national change team for one of the largest-ever SAP implementations. She’s consistently been recognized as a top performer with innovative and effective approaches to strategic planning, leadership, and organizational effectiveness. She’s known for building dynamic cross-functional partnerships within the Business and HR, to be agents of change.

Larry Goerzen, President of Alberta & Prairies, Rogers Communications | 2019 Women of Inspiration SupportHER
With over 28 years of Telecom experience, I have held various executive roles including VP of Sales in Western Canada and National SVP roles in Customer Operations where I oversaw fulfillment of all customer orders, Field Services Network Assurance, Customer Care and Strategic Planning. I have a proven track record of driving organizational improvement and implementing best practices. My wife Karen and I have 3 grown children and reside in Calgary.

Robyn Woods (Henderson) – Founder and CEO, The Uncomplicated Family | 2019 Women of Inspiration Trailblazer (STEM)
Robyn Woods (Henderson) is a visionary leader in the digital health space. She has taken bold risks to build technology to support children and families living with disabilities around the globe. Robyn’s vision is health equity, access, and personalized care for families and communities with complex needs. As a mother of five children, two with disabilities, a Registered Speech-language Pathologist, and founder and CEO of The Uncomplicated Family, she knows first-hand that people who receive timely, integrated, and barrier-free care can achieve their quality of life goals in half the time of families without this support. Her patented, video-based collaboration software, Teleroo™, has proven this time and time again and is hard at work for families around the world in homes, education centers, and hospitals. Robyn is a recipient of the Alberta Woman Entrepreneur of the Year: Upsurge Award and 2016 Ernst and Young Social Entrepreneur of the Year award for the prairie provinces. She lives with her partner, Brandon Woods, in Calgary, Alberta. Together, they are co-parents to five amazing young people.

Arjun Channa – GM The Westin Calgary | 2019 Women of Inspiration Power Partner
Experienced hotel operations professional, with strong interpersonal skills, spearheaded with a very uncompromising character of excellence in service and a record of delivering superior performance in all aspects of the hotel operations (Managed and Owned).
Over 25 Years Global experience spanning: Two hotel openings, in Algeria and United Arab Emirates combined with European, African, Far Eastern, Pacific, Caribbean (Task Force GM) & North American experiences; and one hotel conversion in South Asia.

MentorHER Mentorship - Monthly Success Call
2019-12-04 12:00 - 12:45 (America/Denver)
Monthly MentorHER Success Call (Members and Non-Members) * Monthly calls included in Membership and Full MentorHER Mentorship Program.

Connect with like-minded business leaders who want you to succeed
Gain a fresh perspective from your peers
Get support to overcome barriers in a non-judgemental environment
Celebrate your success, milestones, and wins!
Commit to 45 minutes per month to invest in your leadership!

Want to up your game? Enroll as a Mentee for our MenterHER Mentorship Program to elevate your experience and be matched with a mentor for a 1:1 experience and program materials.
Learn more about our MentorHER Mentorship Program – Kick off January 8, 2020
MentorHER Mentorship Program
Commit to your success. Looking for a support network with women? Join our monthly online group calls with business leaders across Canada. Build your circle of influence, support from your peers, celebrate your successes!
Connect and build meaningful relationships with like-minded business leaders who want to see you succeed. Join our Monthly Online Group calls to connect, celebrate your milestones and commit to your personal and professional leadership. * Monthly MentorHER Group Calls included in Premium Membership. Become a Member.
Our MentorHER Mentorship Program is designed to focus on (4) key values: Commitment, Courage, Integrity, and Confidence. It includes 1:1 matching with our Mentor + monthly group online calls. Members receive 15 % off full MentorHER Mentorship Programs.

Q1. Commitment – (Jan- Mar)
Q2. Courage (Apr-Jun)
Q3. Integrity (July – Sept)
Q4. Confidence (Oct-Dec)

Each of our four custom modules will bring awareness and thought-provoking discussion and tips on how to elevate your personal leadership. Each Module includes (3) Mastermind Style Online Mentorship calls with business leaders and professionals across Canada. Once you are registered, you will be provided with a link to join.

Holiday Christmas Concert
2019-12-14 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Toronto) | Canada
Celebrating the Holiday with Joy and Song!
We invite you and your family to join us for a heartwarming evening to celebrate the holiday season! Bring the family to join us for this special holiday concert featuring local artists in support of The Nest Foundation to empower women to rebuild their lives for themselves and their children. Our event is family-friendly.
Get ready for an evening to celebrate with family and friends!
Date: Saturday, December 14, 2019
Venue: Cardel Theatre
Dress: Festive
Tickets: Meaningful Donation to The Nest Foundation

Choir – Here Comes Treble – Mix & Mingle – 7:00 pm
Concert: 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
RSVP below. Please bring a meaningful (to you) donation to The Nest Foundation to empower women to rebuild their lives for themselves and their children.
Family-friendly

Featuring:

Here Comes Treble
This group of six women initially set out to form a female barbershop quartet but found they so enjoyed each other’s company that they formed Calgary’s only 6 members “Quartet’. Raging in age from their early 30s to their later 50s and from varying backgrounds, their bond has seen them through triumphs and challenges. They have been together for over a year enjoying their friendship and love for music, meeting weekly for “Treble Dinners”, but have only started actually SINGING together in the past 5 months. This tightly woven friendship has transformed itself into tightly woven harmonies. We hope you will enjoy “Here Comes Treble”

Abbie Thurgood – Singer | Songwriter @AbbieThurgood
AbbieThurgood is a Canadian singer-songwriter hailing from Calgary AB, weaving between Rock, Blues, and Soul she is a bluntly honest, powerhouse songstress. You can find her in a multitude of different musical settings, from the raw singer-songwriter set to a face blasting, a space-bursting fury that is the psychedelic heavy rock projectGone Cosmic. Abbie is the frontwoman for the newly formed group, in just a year they have released their debut full-length album “Sideways in Time” under the German-based record label, Kozmic Artifactz.

Chloe Shingoose – Musician | Singer | Rising Star @ChloeShingoose
Chloe Shingoose is 15 years old and is just finishing up Grade 9 in Stettler, AB. She loves to excel in everything that you put in front of her. She keeps herself very busy musically with Vocal Lessons from Tamara Beatty and weekly Guitar lessons. She has a passion for Country Music but loves all genres and ages. She has competed in many Festivals and Talent Shows but absolutely loves singing for fun at
events like this. Chloe is also an athlete that enjoys every sport. This past year she played Bantam Elite
Hockey out of Red Deer and is currently playing Softball with the Elnora Eagles. Somehow with all of this
going on she still manages to keep her grades up and is always looking for the next adventure with
STARS in her eyes.

Christina Colyn | @ChristinaColynmusic
Christina is a mother of three daughters, one of whom has Global Developmental Delay. She has recently returned to performing, writing and recording music after taking a 10-year hiatus while her girls were young. Raised in a small prairie town in Manitoba, Christina grew up in a musical family where the sounds of southern rock, country, gospel, and blues could often be heard on playing on her Dad’s stereo. The lyrical themes distinctive to Christina’s music provide a rich and meaningful experience for the earnest listener. Her demeanor, being curiously accessible, beckons one to join in feeling as deeply as she does in the moments shared together. The sound produced from her has been described as being unexpectedly pronounced, chilling, and soulful.

Kaiya – Singer| Songwiter| Philanthropist | 2019 Women of Inspiration Youth Excellence | @KaiyasMusic
For the last two years, Kaiya feels she has been able to dream with her eyes wide open. Kaiya began learning piano and taking voice lessons only three short years ago, but in that time her love for performing has blossomed. In 2018 Kaiya performed at 19 events, including Brett Wilson’s #OMGP in support of mental health, Prairie Rowdy in support of Paul Brandt’s #Not in My City, the Women of Inspiration Awards, and at #BrettBrett Christmas in support of our veterans. She also graced the stage of the Bella Theatre and performed a volunteer concert for the patients and staff on the Palliative Care Ward at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre. She has been thrilled to meet and perform alongside fellow artists The Dead South, Leaving Thomas, and Brett Kissel, her country idol.
Bron Andrew | @bron_andrew

Bron Andrew is a Canadian based singer, songwriter & performer. Bron is currently attending Central Memorial High School in Calgary and is actively playing around the city at the Calgary Farmers Market, The Blues Can Youth Jam as well as in schools and for special events.
Occasional Notes – Lara Thomas | Kiki Secord and Mia Whitfield
Mia Whitfield
Mia Whitfield emerged in 2000 with her debut Number 1 hit Single “Show me I’ll Show you”. 19 years later she
has added to her “repetoire” and is now more than just a Professional Singer, she adds business woman.
founder of Singit Inc in South Africa and Canada. Artist Mentor & Coach to her list of achievements.

MentorHER - Monthly Success Call
2020-01-08 12:00 - 12:45 (America/Toronto)

MentorHER Success Call
2020-02-05 12:00 - 13:00, 2020-03-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver)
Monthly MentorHER™ Success Call (Members and Non-Members) * Monthly calls included with Premium Membership and participant of the MentorHER™ Mentorship Program.
Monthly MentorHER™ Success Calls – Become a Premium Member to join!

Connect with like-minded business leaders who want you to succeed
Gain a fresh perspective from your peers
Get support to overcome barriers in a non-judgemental environment
Celebrate your success, milestones, and wins!
Commit to 45 minutes per month to invest in your leadership!

Want to up your game? Enroll as a Mentee for our MenterHER™ Mentorship Program to elevate your experience and be matched with a mentor for a 1:1 experience and program materials. Monthly Success Calls included in your MentorHER™ Mentorship Program.
Learn more about our MenterHER™ Mentorship Program – Apply today!

Fireside Chat - Elizabeth Naumovski
2020-02-12 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Zoom Live
Fireside Chat
We are raising the needle to speak to CEOs, thought leaders, change-makers and disruptors who share their story and leadership wisdom from the comfort of your home, office, and from anywhere in the world you have a connection!
Featuring: Elizabeth Naumovski
Fireside Chat with Elizabeth we will discuss the importance of Financial Literacy and the impact of living a frugal and disciplined life of saving and not spending beyond your means.

Online – Wednesday, February 12, 2020 | 7:00 pm – 8: 00 pm MST

Fireside Chat = 45 min
Q and A = 15 Min

About Elizabeth

Elizabeth Naumovski is honoured and proud to be the first recipient of the 2019 Wealth Professional IFSE Institute Award for Financial Literacy Champion.
Elizabeth comes from an immigrant background and is a first-generation Canadian. When her parents came to Canada, they taught her to save every penny and work hard for every dollar. Elizabeth Naumovski has worked on Bay Street for over 20 years and is a well respected Financial Literacy advocate and a champion for women’s issues. Elizabeth is passionate about Financial Literacy & is the host of Finance Is Personal, a half-hour show on Financial Literacy. Finance is Personal can be seen on YouTube around the world.
She decided to host women-only as her guests and focus on Financial Literacy for women of all ages. Even though Finance is Personal has a skew towards women, the show is seen by men, women, and children, with the accompaniment of their pets. In February 2019, Elizabeth partnered with Ability Online so that she can contribute financial literacy to their community through Finance Is Personal and a financial literacy forum. Elizabeth volunteers to serve both her professional and personal communities. She is on the Editorial Board of The Women’s Collection a Financial Literacy platform to help educate and empower women. She is a Member of Women in Capital Markets & NATO Council of Canada. She is also on the Advisory Council of the United Macedonian Diaspora (“UMD”) & on the Board of the Macedonian Film Festival. She was on the Advisory Committee of Canadian Blood Services Partners Council and for 10 years served on the communications committee of the Investment Industry Association of Canada (“IIAC”).

To Join Register below. Once you have registered, you will be sent the link to join our Online Fireside Chat.
Non-Members $ 19 | Members Free *enter discount code

Biz Chat - Wed Mar 25 - Canadian Labour Congress | Direct Health Solutions - COVIDSupport
2020-03-25 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Toronto) | Zoom Live
We are looking forward to utilizing our online platform to provide a platform to support business leaders with the opportunity to connect, support and collaborate during this time of economic uncertainty.
The past few weeks have been a surreal experience for us all. The impact of the CORVOD-19 is including banning large gatherings, sporting events, and closing schools, restricting travel and entrance at borders has significantly impacted our livelihoods, businesses in all industries and the overall economy.
The goal for our weekly Biz Chats is to CONNECT, SUPPORT and COLLABORATE and through this wave of uncertainty.
Wednesdays weekly | 12:00 MDT | 2:00 pm EST (30 minutes) FREE- Enter Code: uwnsupport
Please register below! Zoom Link will be sent prior to Biz Chat to the email you provided.
Each week we will host a weekly Biz Chat with inspiring leaders from various industries with the goal to connect, forge meaningful relationships, collaborate, provide a community of support.
Each week we invite a 30 min on-line call with guest speaker, Q, and A.
Who can join? Anyone who has a desire to support, connect and collaborate! Business Leaders, Entrepreneurs, Managers, CEO’s, Executives, Industry Experts from diverse industries across Canada and beyond. Stay connected to join us from your home or office! Together we are stronger!
Wednesday, March 25, 2020 – Free, enter code: uwnsupport
Jessica Tsang, Founder, and Director, Direct Health Solutions

Jessica is a family nurse practitioner on a mission to improve the quality of health care and increase access to health care. After spending years working in ICU and urgent care, she felt exasperated seeing health complications that could have been prevented by early screening and treatment. She started asking her patients why… and they told her that they struggled to get to the clinic for various reasons. For many, leaving the home is simply not feasible due to physical and/or psychological challenges.
It is proven that a lack of primary health care leads to poor quality of health, poor quality of life, and even early death. Jessica removes the barrier of going to the clinic by bringing medical and laboratory services to people in their homes. The provision of medical house calls are proven to help seniors maintain their independence, support individuals and families to optimize their health, improve end-of-life care for palliative patients in their homes, and divert unnecessary 911 calls and visits to the emergency department.
When she is not making house calls, Jessica is shaping the minds of future nurses as a faculty member of Mount Royal University School of Nursing & Midwifery.™
Heather Erlen, Canadian Labour Congress

Heather Erlen is the current Canadian Labour Congress’ Ontario (formerly Alberta), Representative. In this role, Heather works across the province in bringing awareness to relationship violence prevention and provides means for Albertans to get involved. She also works alongside the Alberta Federation of Labour and seven Labour Councils to support community members in building progressive, prosperous futures.
As a former NDP Constituency Manager, Heather has a history of political activism – particularly on issues like human rights, gender equality and anti-discrimination. She’s focused on addressing these issues through her involvement in healthy relationship’s curriculum development and through advocating within the LGBTQ+ movement. These facets have been integral parts of her engagement and commitment to social justice.
She has been closely involved with the K-12 Wellness Education review and redesign. In doing so, she has worked in concert with teachers, professors, indigenous leaders, students, non-profits and countless other individuals in designing the future of relationship violence prevention.
Interested in becoming a guest speaker, click here to complete the Speaker Application.

Biz Chat - Wed Mar 25 - Direct Health Solutions | Canadian Labour Congress
2020-03-25 14:00 - 14:30 (America/Toronto)

MentorHER Success Call
2020-04-01 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver)
Commit to your success! Forge meaningful connections with diverse leaders across Canada. Join our online Success Calls to advance your leadership with a supportive network of women committed to share their wisdom, help you celebrate your successes and cheer you on!
Monthly MentorHER™ Success Calls included with Premium Membership and as a participant of the MentorHER™ Mentorship Program.
MentorHER™ Success Calls – Become a Premium Member to join!

Connect with like-minded business leaders who want you to succeed
Gain a fresh perspective from your peers
Get support to overcome barriers in a non-judgemental environment
Celebrate your success, milestones, and wins!
Commit to 45 minutes per month to invest in your leadership!

Want to up your game? Enroll as a Mentee for our MenterHER™ Mentorship Program to elevate your experience and be matched with a mentor for a 1:1 experience and program materials. Monthly Success Calls included in your MentorHER™ Mentorship Program.
Learn more about our MenterHER™ Mentorship Program – Apply today!

Leading with Change - Biz Chat
2020-04-08 14:00 - 14:30 (America/Toronto)
Leading Through Change – Weekly Biz Chat
We are looking forward to utilizing our online platform to provide a platform to support business leaders with the opportunity to connect, support and collaborate during this time of economic uncertainty.
The past few weeks have been a surreal experience for us all. The impact of the CORVOD-19 is including banning large gatherings, sporting events, and closing schools, restricting travel and entrance at borders has significantly impacted our livelihoods, businesses in all industries and the overall economy.
CONNECT, SUPPORT and COLLABORATE and through this wave of uncertainty.
Wednesdays weekly | 12:00 MDT | 2:00 pm EST (30 minutes) FREE- Enter Code: uwnsupport
Please register below! Zoom Link will be sent prior to Biz Chat to the email you provided.
Each week we will host a weekly Biz Chat with inspiring leaders from various industries with the goal to connect, forge meaningful relationships, collaborate, provide a community of support.
Each week we invite a 30 min on-line call with guest speaker, Q, and A.
Who can join? Anyone who has a desire to support, connect and collaborate! Business Leaders, Entrepreneurs, Managers, CEO’s, Executives, Industry Experts from diverse industries across Canada and beyond. Stay connected to join us from your home or office! Together we are stronger!
Wednesday, March 25, 2020 – Free, enter code: uwnsupport

Virtual Series - April 22 | Ask Us Anything!
2020-04-22 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | Virtual
Virtual Series – Ask Us Anything!

“Ask Us Anything” with Special Guest Maria Locker – ONLINE
Wednesday, April 22 (Free – Members | Guests *)
Virtual Series – 1 HOUR
10:00amPT | 11:00amMT | 12:00pmCT | 1:00pmET | 2:00pmAT | 2:30pmNT

Now more than ever as a community we need to support each other on this journey and forge ahead and navigate through these uncertain times. We are here to support, you are not alone!
Who can join? Anyone who has a desire to support, connect and collaborate! Business Leaders, Entrepreneurs, Managers, CEO’s, Executives, Industry Experts from diverse industries across Canada and beyond. Stay connected to join us from your home or office! Together we are stronger!

UNITING TO SUPPORT YOU
Join us for this online event, where Universal Women’s Network Founder & CEO Monica Kretschmer untie with Mompreneurs Founder & CEO Maria Locker to Unite to Support You! Join us to Ask Us Anything!
We are leading by example to unite to offer insights, advice, and guidance for any current challenges you may be experiencing. Monica & Maria will discuss work, life, mental health and wellness, productivity, coping strategies, and more.
All are welcome and attendees will have a chance to come together, while also hearing great advice and tips, and have the opportunity to express thoughts and concerns afterward.
Special Guest

SPECIAL GUEST: Maria Locker is an advocate and champion for the advancement of female
entrepreneurs across North America, and is a sought after speaker, contributor,
and expert surrounding topics including economic empowerment for women
entrepreneurs and small business trends. As the Founder & CEO
of Mompreneurs®, Maria works with her team to foster community, promotion,
and education to their collective of over 23,000 members and subscribers across
Canada and the U.S., a diverse collective of female entrepreneurs who are just
as dedicated to their businesses as they are to their families, and vice versa.
Maria’s expertise has been featured in Maclean’s, The Huffington Post,
ParentsCanada Magazine, and Canadian Business, and she has appeared in a
wide variety of national television and radio programs to offer insights and
expertise, including The Marilyn Denis Show, Canada AM, CBC, Breakfast
Television, Global News, CHCH Morning Live, and NewsTalk 1010.

Monica is the Founder and CEO of Universal Womens Network™, Women of Inspiration™ Awards, The Nest Foundation™ and SupportHER ™ elevating male leaders who champion women in their networks, workplaces, and communities, MentorHER™ Mentorship Program, and Host and Producer of Women of Inspiration™ Podcast.
The Universal Womens Network™ is a global platform committed to gender equality by raising the bar to advance women in their network, workplace, and communities.
Monica is a native Calgarian, visionary, speaker, and serial entrepreneur. She is committed to Raising the Bar to move the needle to advance women in business and life. Universal Womens Network strategically partners and works with like-minded organizations that align with values, courage, confidence, commitment, and integrity and committed to gender equality, and diversity. Monica fosters a network of connection, diversity, collaboration, support, education, innovation, recognition, and mentorship that inspires 21, 000 members, and subscribers. Universal Womens Network™, has been featured in Stand Out Publications, HOLR Magazine, CTV, Global News, QR770News, Breakfast Television, numerous national and international podcasts, and publications, Monica’s mission is to inspire women to lead with a purpose and prosper in business and life.
Monica is an inspirational speaker, visionary, serial entrepreneur, 2019 Business in Calgary Leader, 2019 UN Women’s Initiative Award Recipient, 2013 Alberta Flood Hero by the Premier of Alberta, featured in the book the “The Rising” by Tyler Lambert, 2017 Women Build Ambassador, External Mentor for Pilot Global Marriott’s Women in Leadership Program, and Higher Landing Grizzly Panel and judge. She is active in her community as a mentor (youth and women in business), advisor, advocate, master connector, inspirational speaker, and passionate for diversity and making a difference in the lives of others.
Since launching in 2014, Monica has broken traditional barriers and silos by embracing collaboration and diversity. In five short years, Monica has built a recognizable National brand across Canada and spearheaded partnerships with government agencies, non-profits, venture capitalists, and women’s organizations. In 2015, Monica created Women of Inspiration™ Awards to recognize a woman who helped her overcome adversity and a life-changing Seven Journey in the justice system with 4800 hundred hours of litigation, 22 days of trial, and 56 + court appearances. Monica’s personal story of resilience was the fuel to create Women of Inspiration to honour one woman, her lawyer. Women of Inspiration celebrates, recognizes, and inspire women across Canada who lead by example and inspire others to be more and do more. In 2019, Monica celebrated her 6th-year milestone as a national platform awarded over 150 Women of Inspiration across Canada. Women of Inspiration™ celebrated over 700+ women since 2015. Monica produced over 80 + events, interviewed hundreds of women. Monica believes your story does not define you, it empowers you!

Virtual Series - April 29 | Leading With Change
2020-04-29 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | Virtual
Virtual Series | Leading Through Change

Wednesday, April 29 (Free- Members | Guests – Free or *Pay what you can)

Virtual Series – 1 HOUR
10:00amPT | 11:00amMT | 12:00pmCT | 1:00pmET | 2:00pmAT | 2:30pmNT
Moderator: Monica Kretschmer, Founder, and CEO, Universal Womens Network
Panelists – Dana Tessier – Shopify | Tara Wilson – Income Access | Angie Kim, Loblaws Company Ltd.
Now more than ever as a community, we need to support each other on this journey and forge ahead and navigate through these uncertain times. We are here to assist; you are not alone!
Todays’ leaders discuss emerging practices as we lead through this historic time. Join a leadership panel with Industry leaders from diverse backgrounds leading national and global companies as they discuss leading through crisis. Learn how these leaders from diverse industries are adapting, navigating and embracing new normal at work and home!
Don’t miss this joining the opportunity to connect, network and learn from diverse industries discuss how to lead through change. “Never let a good disaster go to waste, register your teams to join the discussion with Q and A period.

Leadership in Crisis
Best practices vs Emerging Practices
Physical and Mental Health
Strategy and Core Initiatives
Pivoting and Innovating
Building Culture Recognizing Leaders

Who can join?
Anyone who has a desire to support, connect and collaborate! Business Leaders, Entrepreneurs, Managers, CEO’s, Executives, Industry Experts from diverse industries across Canada and beyond. Stay connected to join us from your home or office! Together we are stronger!

PANELISTS

Angie Kim- Sr Director, Finance at Loblaw Companies Ltd.
Angie Kim is a finance lead for Loblaw Companies Ltd., Canada’s food and pharmacy leader, with a network of over 2,000 stores employing close to 200,000 Canadians. Angie received her B.Sc. with Honours from the University of Toronto and experienced various roles in sales, operations, and category management in her career. Since the drop of the pandemic, she has been volunteering to serve at the frontlines and has recently been featured on both Forbes and National Post in recognition of her servant leadership.
Tara Wilson – Income Access a Paysafe Group | SVP and General Manager, Income Access
Tara Wilson is an accomplished leader with nearly 20 years of experience, achieving overall excellence in the tech space and delivering superior results based on emerging business practices within the payments sector and digital marketing space. Tara joined Paysafe Group in 2015, later making an internal transition to its marketing technology and services provider, Income Access. Currently, she holds the Senior Vice President and General Manager role, overseeing all aspects of Income Access, including the continued development and innovation of the product offering, streamlining of all operational processes, and growing the company’s global client base by breaking into new verticals globally. Proud and passionate, Tara is a positive disruptor invested in diversity and inclusion, promoting core values and progressive workplace culture. She participates in Paysafe’s Diversity and Inclusion program. She is the proud recipient of numerous accolades, including Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada 2019, Mercedes-Benz Emerging Leaders Award (Women’s Executive Network / WXN), Women Run Workplace of the Year 2019 (Stevie Awards), Female Executive of the Year 2018 (Stevie Awards) and 2018 Woman of Inspiration Award, SupportHER (Universal Women’s Network).

Dana Tessier – Director of Knowledge Management, Shopify
Dana Tessier has designed and implemented knowledge management strategies for high tech companies in fast-paced and high-growth environments in locations such as the Philippines, the United States, and Canada. She is currently the Director of Knowledge Management at Shopify, where she is improving the knowledge resources for both the internal support team and for Shopify’s customers. She has published and presented on e-learning, knowledge management strategy, information overload, and leadership.
MODERATOR

Monica is the Founder and CEO of Universal Womens Network™, Women of Inspiration™ Awards, The Nest Foundation™ and SupportHER ™ elevating male leaders who champion women in their networks, workplaces, and communities, MentorHER™ Mentorship Program, and Host and Producer of Women of Inspiration™ Podcast.
The Universal Womens Network™ is a global platform committed to gender equality by raising the bar to advance women in their network, workplace, and communities.
Monica is a native Calgarian, visionary, speaker, and serial entrepreneur. She is committed to Raising the Bar to move the needle to advance women in business and life. Universal Womens Network strategically partners and works with like-minded organizations that align with values, courage, confidence, commitment, and integrity and committed to gender equality, and diversity. Monica fosters a network of connection, diversity, collaboration, support, education, innovation, recognition, and mentorship that inspires 21, 000 members, and subscribers. Universal Womens Network™, has been featured in Stand Out Publications, HOLR Magazine, CTV, Global News, QR770News, Breakfast Television, numerous national and international podcasts, and publications, Monica’s mission is to inspire women to lead with a purpose and prosper in business and life.
Monica is an inspirational speaker, visionary, serial entrepreneur, 2019 Business in Calgary Leader, 2019 UN Women’s Initiative Award Recipient, 2013 Alberta Flood Hero by the Premier of Alberta, featured in the book the “The Rising” by Tyler Lambert, 2017 Women Build Ambassador, External Mentor for Pilot Global Marriott’s Women in Leadership Program, and Higher Landing Grizzly Panel and judge. She is a mentor, advisor, advocate, master connector, inspirational speaker, and passionate about recognizing the achievements of women and making a difference in the lives of others.
Since launching in 2014, Monica has broken traditional barriers and silos by embracing collaboration and diversity. In five short years, Monica has built a recognizable National brand across Canada and spearheaded partnerships with government agencies, non-profits, venture capitalists, and women’s organizations. In 2015, Monica created Women of Inspiration™ Awards to recognize a woman who helped her overcome adversity and a life-changing Seven Journey in the justice system with 4800 hundred hours of litigation, 22 days of trial, and 56 + court appearances. Monica’s personal story of resilience was the fuel to create Women of Inspiration to honour one woman, her lawyer. Women of Inspiration celebrates, recognizes, and inspire women across Canada who lead by example and inspire others to be more and do more. In 2019, Monica celebrated her 6th-year milestone as a national platform awarded over 150 Women of Inspiration across Canada. Women of Inspiration™ celebrated over 700+ women since 2015. Monica produced over 80 + events, interviewed hundreds of women. Monica believes your story does not define you, it empowers you!
Registration: RSVP ONLINE www.universalwomensnetwork.com

Leadership Success Call - May 6
2020-05-06 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Virtual
Commit to your success! Forge meaningful connections with diverse leaders across Canada. Join our online Leadership Success Calls to advance your leadership with a supportive network of women committed to share their wisdom, help you celebrate your successes, and cheer you on!
Monthly Member MentorHER™ Leadership Success Calls included with Premium Membership or MentorHER™ Mentorship Program.
MentorHER™ Leadership Success Calls – Become a Premium Member to join!

Connect with like-minded business leaders who want you to succeed
Build your Support Network
Gain a fresh perspective from your peers
Get support to overcome barriers in a non-judgemental environment
Celebrate your success, milestones, and wins!
Commit to 45 minutes per month to invest in your leadership!

Guest Speaker:

Armineah Keshishian – Founder and CEO – Wealth and Wellness Global
ARMINEH KESHISHIAN also known as ArminehGlobal is the founder and CEO of Wealth & Wellness Global – A coaching company that encourages living abundantly. She is also the author of `Joyous Wealth`.
Armineh is a Speaker on international stages as far as Dubai and has spoken on the same stages as Dr. Phil as well as Michael Douglas, Mel Gibson, Charlie Sheen, and many more celebrities. Armineh has been featured in magazines such as `The Powerful` and the `Woman Entrepreneur`. She has been awarded the ‘Top Female Entrepreneur of the Year’ in 2018. Armineh is the recipient of the “Women of Inspiration” award across Canada in 2019 and now she is a National Ambassador.
Armineh says: My courage, perseverance, adversity, passion, and triumph inspire me to tell the world that everything is possible if you just take the first step. Be true to who you are because the world needs you!

Key Learnings

– Listeners will learn how to deal with their finances and their emotions without feeling fear and worry.
– They will discover how to use this current situation to their advantage by looking for opportunities and joy.

Looking for someone to be in your corner? Enroll as a Mentee for our MenterHER™ Mentorship Program to elevate your experience and be matched with a mentor for a 1:1 experience and program materials. Monthly Success Calls included in your MentorHER™ Mentorship Program.
Learn more about our MenterHER™ Mentorship Program – Apply today!
