Women Entrepreneurs

Simply SHE is a weekly podcast that is a window into the soul of the every-day woman where we have candid conversations about the importance of intention in your daily life, the trials and tribulations of trying to advance in today’s fast-paced world and the importance of being empowered to achieve your goals. We offer live training, online consultations and 1-on-1 coaching. Our motto is “Slay Hard Everyday” so you can live your best life. Listen & Subscribe Here: https://www.isimplyshe.com/podcast

It's Oscars season! Since every feature documentary up in this year's competition is on a different streaming service (::screams into the abyss::) we're taking a stroll down memory lane and watching a previous Oscar nominee. Plus, to honor Women's History Month, I've curated a list of films to choose from that were directed by women. The votes are in! We're watching: * The Square, 2013, Dir. Jehane Noujaim. Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eWBmVprInQ Available for free on Kanopy, Xumo Play and Tubi, and to rent/subscription on YouTube, Roku, Prime and Google Play. ***Make sure to watch the film ahead of time*** and come prepared to discuss. We will not be screening the film at the meeting! What to expect the day of: * Please try to arrive on time * Meet new friends over some drinks & snacks (feel free to bring something to share!) * The host will lay some group rules and facilitate our discussion * Leave with some new insights and new friends! FYI - the free version of MeetUp limits me to 10 RSVPS, but if you're #1-5 on the waitlist please feel free to join us anyway.

Pitch your idea, get feedback, give feedback, meet with a mentor and most importantly, take action. Come to the meetup with a specific issue you are stuck with. **10:30 am Introductions:** 2-minute pitches tell us who you are? What you're working on? and what you need help with? **11:00 am Problem Solving:** Let's figure out how we can help, and what action you can take today to move forward. **12:00 pm** Open Networking: Keep the discussion going and connect with other attendees. Bring yourself, notebooks, laptops and anything else you need to pitch your idea and get work done. Interested in joining the Studio? [APPLY NOW](https://unstucklabs.com)

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming gathering of Women’s Life & Money Conversations. This meetup is a casual discussion circle where women can connect, share experiences, and enjoy thoughtful conversation about life and the role money plays in our everyday journeys. There’s no preparation needed — just come as you are. The focus is on friendly conversation, meeting like-minded women, and creating a supportive space to connect. This is a social discussion event only. No financial advice or recommendations will be provided.

Do you like having a reason to get up and get out the door in the morning? How about regular events to make part of your routine? If that's you, join us on Wednesday mornings! Drop in for as long as you like during the session, just leave a comment in the event here if you plan to arrive more than an hour after the start time. And please update your RSVP if you can no longer attend.

**National Women's Month Historical Hike** **Saturday\, March 14th \| 9am\-12pm** **Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park** \| 16501 Norwood Rd\. Sandy Springs\, MD 20860 **The Underground Railroad Experience Trail** \| 4 Mile Beginner Trail **$10 per person** \| All donations are tax deductible **Register at [www.Goombay.net](http://www.goombay.net/)** Honor the past. Empower the present. Inspire the future. Hike for history, health and community impact! In honor of National Women's History Month, the National Council of Negro Women-Potomac Valley Section is proud to partner with Goombay Adventures for an inspiring and energizing Historical Hike experience. Join us as we explore history, wellness, and trek along the powerful Underground Railroad Experience Trail while uplifting the legacy and contributions of women in our communities. **This is a rain or shine adventure.** This is more than a hike- it is a movement with purpose! **DISCLAIMER:** Ticket purchase confirms your voluntary participation and agreement to follow all park rules and safety guidelines set by NCNW-PVS and Goombay Adventure.

**Welcome to Flourish Collective meetup!** Join us for a time of **inspiration, connection, and empowerment** with Christian businesswomen who are ready to grow in both their faith and their businesses. We’ll start with a brief introduction and **icebreaker activities** to help you connect with others in the group. Then, we’ll dive into a **motivational session** on **combining faith with business**—how to lead with purpose, integrity, and impact in today’s world. Whether you’re just starting your business journey or are a seasoned entrepreneur, you’ll leave feeling encouraged and equipped to take your next steps! We'll also spend time in **prayer** and discussing how we can support each other’s businesses and walk together in faith. *** ### **Agenda:** * **10:00 AM - 10:30 AM** – Welcome & Introductions * **10:30 AM - 11:00 AM** – Icebreaker Activities (get to know each other) * **11:00 AM - 11:30 AM** – **Inspiring Talk** on Integrating Faith and Business * **11:30 AM - 12:00 PM** – Prayer & Business Support Circle (share your challenges & successes) *** ### **Why You Should Attend:** * **Connect** with like-minded Christian businesswomen who share your passion for success and purpose. * **Learn** how to integrate your faith into your business for greater impact and fulfillment. * **Grow** spiritually and professionally as we build a supportive community together. *** ### **What to Bring:** * An **open heart** and willingness to connect. * Your **business ideas, questions, or challenges** you want to discuss with the group. * A **positive attitude** ready to grow and inspire others! ### **Blessings!** **Helen Ogbu, CPA**

We’re actively sourcing emotionally intelligent, growth-oriented singles for current matchmaking clients — and this post is your invite to be considered. 📝 This is not a live or in-person event. It’s a matchmaking spotlight — and a chance for the *right* men and women to express interest in being matched. *** ### 🧩 Our Current Roster Includes: * **🏅 A professional athlete in his 50s** — successful and focused, looking for his wife. Limited details available — must be a client for consideration. * **🩺 A 49-year-old doctor in Jacksonville** — grounded, sharp, a proud mom, social and fit, loves golf, and lives life with joy and intention. * **⚖️ A 33-year-old NYC attorney** — confident, romantic, emotionally self-aware. She's seeking an equally successful, ambitious partner who values communication and growth. * **🚀 A 33-year-old Dallas entrepreneur** — financially secure, emotionally mature, and looking for a balanced, soft southern woman. He blends kindness, masculinity, and intention beautifully. *** ### 👉 If you’re interested in being matched: 📲 MEN **Text your name, age, location, a recent photo, and a short message about the kind of relationship you’re looking for to 917-451-6561.** Women up to age 34 may also text if interested in these matches. 🔹 Please note: We do not typically offer complimentary matchmaking. If you're not a current client or approved match, [please be prepared to schedule a consultation. ](https://thehelpmeetclub.com/join-our-database-of-singles-form/)

✨ SIP & SECURE THE BAG ✨ This luxe, hands-on experience invites you to design and create your very own custom purse while sipping wines and vibing with an incredible community. Whether you're a fashion lover, a creative spirit, or just looking for a unique way to unwind and connect, this is your moment to pour into yourself and leave with something beautiful you made with your own hands. Each experience includes a curated selection of materials, tools, and guided instruction. Tix link: https://www.melaxsocial.shop/event-details/purse-making-experience

## **1 Million Cups Loudoun – Resource Presentation** **Why Not Today? Build Systems That Support Your Growth** **Presented by Leslie Kane, Founder of Why Not Today?** **Wednesday March 25th \| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM** **Venture X Loudoun** Join us for a powerful resource presentation designed to help entrepreneurs move from scattered effort to sustainable momentum. *** ## **About the Session** Entrepreneurs rarely struggle because they lack ideas. They struggle because everything lives in their head. In this session, **Leslie Kane**, founder of **Why Not Today?**, will explore how developing intentional systems creates clarity, focus, and forward progress in business. Drawing from decades of leadership experience and working with hundreds of entrepreneurs, Leslie shares how structure reduces overwhelm, simplifies decision-making, and transforms inconsistent action into repeatable success. If you’re building a business and constantly feeling stretched thin, this conversation will challenge you to ask a powerful question: **Why not today?** *** ## **What You’ll Gain** * Insight into why systems are critical for growth * Practical perspective on turning ideas into structured action * A framework for reducing overwhelm * A mindset shift from reactive to intentional leadership This is not about adding more to your plate — it’s about building the foundation that allows your business to grow without burning you out. *** ## **About 1 Million Cups** 1 Million Cups is a national program that brings entrepreneurs and communities together to learn, connect, and grow through conversation and collaboration. Loudoun’s chapter meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays each month. Join us for coffee, connection, and a conversation that may completely change how you approach your business growth.

Welcome all beautiful Bitcoin curious or serious women. We will have a discussion on Fiat vs Bitcoin, a little bit of learning and discussions that are important to the group. This a social group so bring your questions and curiosity, prepared to listen and share. Too often, women are left out of the conversation while they prepare to live longer, care for more people and are the heart of any community. Wouldn't it be great if we could be more educated on ways to beat inflation, have more choices, and be prepared for the changes to come? Please bring your questions, so that we can plan topics for future meet-ups.

Hi ladies. Let’s meet up for dinner with or without your kids at Kalypso’s Sports Tavern at on March 13th. Let me know if you can or would like to attend no later than Wednesday, March 11th so I can make reservation. This meeting I will be asking you what you would like for our group to look like. This is all new to me so I am excited to hear any suggestions. I look forward to meeting everyone and thanks for coming!

# ✨ Real Founder Lessons for Builders & Career Pivoters (Ashburn) **Saturday, March 14 • 2–4 PM • Ashburn, VA** What if growing your work didn’t have to come with constant exhaustion? This entrepreneur-focused session is a behind-the-scenes conversation about how to build, pivot, and scale **without burning yourself out** — and without chasing work that drains your energy. Whether you’re launching something new, navigating a career pivot, or rebuilding after a layoff, the principles are the same: 👉 protect your energy 👉 make smarter pivots 👉 build momentum that lasts 👉 apply AI practically to support smarter decisions and workflows Over 12 years, I’ve launched **7 startups and side hustles** — alongside **21 years in corporate tech leadership**. The biggest lesson wasn’t scaling tactics… It was learning when to pivot, how to sustain momentum, and how to align what energizes you with what serves your customers — an approach that generated **revenue** in my first full-time year without burnout. A key part of that evolution has been learning how to integrate AI in grounded, practical ways — helping accelerate testing, decision-making, and workflow clarity without adding complexity. During this session, I’ll share real founder insights — including a live screen walkthrough — showing how smart pivots happen and what separates intentional growth from reactive hustle. *** ## What We’ll Explore 1. **How to recognize when to pivot — and when to stay the course** 2. **Building energy-first systems instead of burnout cycles** 3. **Founder decision-making under pressure** 4. **Designing work that supports long-term momentum** 5. **Why sustainable growth outperforms hustle culture** 6. **Using AI strategically to support pivots, experimentation, and smarter workflows** This is not a lecture or pitch — it’s a grounded founder conversation for people who want to grow smarter and build work that lasts. Expect practical thinking, humor, and takeaways you can use immediately. *** ## Event Details 💵 $20 RSVP — includes coffee + snacks 📍 Ashburn, VA (exact address shared after RSVP) 🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM 👥 Max 15 attendees — intentionally small for meaningful conversation Most attendees are professionals, founders, and growth-minded builders navigating reinvention, pivots, or startup ideas. *** ## About the Space — Startup Garage Style Hosted in my early-founder style startup garage — a **bright, spacious, comfortable Ashburn living room** designed for focused conversation and practical learning. These sessions are intentionally intimate — closer to a founder roundtable than a seminar. *** ## Background — Corporate to Founder Journey After **21 years in corporate tech leadership**, including senior director role, I transitioned into full-time entrepreneurship, building on years of startup and side-hustle experience. If you’re exploring a career pivot or next chapter, you’ll find this conversation highly practical. *** ## 🔗 Builder Ecosystem & Resources 🌐 Website: [https://midlifereinvention.co](https://midlifereinvention.co) ▶ YouTube (300K+ views): [https://www.youtube.com/@midlife_mindfulness](https://www.youtube.com/@midlife_mindfulness) 💼 LinkedIn (4K+ followers): [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anju-debnath-0061524/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anju-debnath-0061524/) 🤝 Meetup Community: [https://www.meetup.com/ashburn-transition-meetup-group/](https://www.meetup.com/ashburn-transition-meetup-group/) 📚 Amazon Author Page (2 Books published, more on the way): [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Anju-Debnath/author/B0FFNBVZLQ](https://www.amazon.com/stores/Anju-Debnath/author/B0FFNBVZLQ) Everything shared comes from lived founder experience — not theory. *** **Space is intentionally limited to ensure focused discussion, interactive learning, and practical takeaways you can use immediately.**