Blossoming Connections was the theme at our June 20th event at the Halifax Club – we reinforced the fact that networking isn’t a one-and-done transaction. Some relationships blossom instantly, while others can take months, years, even decades to fully blossom.
“I absolutely loved the event’s name, “Blossoming Connections.” Building connections takes effort and time to grow and develop. The gesture of giving everyone a beautiful rose that is yet to bloom was not only a pleasant touch but also deeply symbolic.” – Nadia Farbstein, SpringStart Health and Fitness
It’s more important than ever to nurture your network – both in person and online. That’s why we work so hard because we see the results you’re getting when you put yourself out there! And don’t just take our word for it – check out this solid gold testimonial from April:
“Not only did I have fun, but just in one event, I got to interact with like-minded business owners, re-connected with existing clients, booked two new clients, and lined-up a speaking engagement. Leading Ladies was definitely worth my time and money!” – April Stroink, Financial Coach, aprilstroink.ca
Along with a healthy, balanced lifestyle, networking is the strongest predictor of future success in women’s businesses and in life, so congratulations – you’re in the right place!
“Not only did I meet so many amazing, inspiring women, I even acquired a new client from that evening and continue to make new connections every day, all from that one event!” – Jennifer Pulsifer, Founder, BizEBee Marketing
HEY YOU! 💕Did you make a fabulous new connection? Land a new client? Close a new deal? Make a new BFF? We’d love to hear about it 📣 Please share your success stories here and you could be featured in a future testimonial!
This event we featured our fabulous Wing Women (more on them below) but we also celebrated the courageous, smart and creative women who recently graduated from the ISANS IWEN (Immigrant Women Entrepreneurship Network). Picture below taken at their recent graduation ceremony. We want to welcome them with open arms to their new network here in Nova Scotia!
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Thank you to all our wonderful sponsors – do yourself a favour and check them out!!
Tara C. MacDonald Inc. – A curvy, fun, body-positive coach and personal trainer
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Downtown Halifax – Proudly promoting downtown’s businesses
Story Studio Network – Our Podcast BFF – scroll down for links to listen
Stockall & Co. – A global boutique performance marketing agency
WING WOMEN:
Wing Women add an extra special element to our networking experience… They’re a welcoming smile and safe place to land if you need it. They’re here to put the ‘safety net’ in networking. Plus, they’re all EXPERTS in their field, so you get to take advantage of the chance to connect and get some complimentary one on one consultation time.
Thanks to these talented women for sharing their energy, time, and leadership!!
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We are BEYOND grateful to Stockall & Co. for lighting us up and capturing all the networking magic (photo credit and just a pure joy to work with thanks to photographer Alexa Cude with Stockall & Co).
Please share & tag: Leading Ladies Networking, Menna Riley, Stockall & Co. featuring Alexa Cude photography along with yourself and everyone you know in the photos! Don’t forget to show some love for our sponsors (especially if you won one of their fabulous prizes)!! #leadingladiesnetworking
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Coming up this fall:
- Thursday, September 19th, 2024 – Leading Ladies Networking Downtown Halifax Club
- Thursday, October 17th – Turning Tides Atlantic Business Leadership Conference in Truro, NS
- Thursday, October 24th, 2024 – Leading Ladies Networking at Betty’s at the Kitch in Mahone Bay
- Thursday, November 21st, 2024 – Leading Ladies Networking Downtown Halifax Club