Annual Holiday Luncheon | Celebrate the Season with Us!

Our Annual Holiday Luncheon is a joyful gathering to connect, reflect, and celebrate the amazing women who make our community so special. This is our time to slow down, share laughter, and toast to the friendships, growth, and accomplishments we’ve built together throughout the year. 

The festivities will feature an Italian-inspired buffet sure to delight every palate, special gifts and giveaways, and our always-popular “Best Dressed Table” competition - a friendly contest among event sponsors where you get to vote for the table that steals the show!

Come for the inspiration, stay for the laughter, and leave feeling merry and bright!

This event sells out and there are only 120 tickets, so reserve your seat today before they are gone!

Your ticket includes…

Registration is closed

Doors Open at 10:30 for Networking.
Program Begins at 11:00.
Please contact Kelly MacLeod with questions.

Sponsor Opportunities: Be Part of the Magic!

Our sponsors are a big part of what makes this event shine! This year, we’re offering two fun ways for you to add your own sparkle to the celebration and showcase your business to a vibrant room full of inspiring women. It’s the perfect chance to join in the festivities, stand out, and be part of the magic that makes this event so special.

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR!
Nikki Kuehl, Bonfire Women’s Wellness

Supporting Sponsor Opportunity $375
(Limit 2)

Join the celebration as a Supporting Sponsor and help make our holiday lunch unforgettable! This package includes:

• Recognition at the event, celebrating your support of our vibrant community.

• 2 tickets to mix, mingle, and enjoy the celebration.

• A table to decorate, letting your brand dazzle in true holiday style.

• Opportunity to include promotional items in attendee gift bags, giving your brand a little extra sparkle.

• Logo featured in all promotional materials, keeping your business front and center for our network of incredible women.

Table Sponsor  Opportunity: Member: $130  |  Non-Member: $165
(Limit 10 - Only 1 left!)

Show off your holiday spirit and your business as a Table Sponsor! This fun package includes:

• A table to decorate with a centerpiece and/or promotional items and go for the win in our Best Dressed Table contest to win a special gift basket.

• 1 ticket to join the luncheon and soak up the festive fun.

• Recognition at the event, celebrating your support of our vibrant community.

• Your company name and/or logo featured on the event registration page and emails.

• Opportunity to include promotional items in attendee gift bags, giving your brand a little extra sparkle.

Questions or to Confirm a Sponsorship, please contact Kelly MacLeod.

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR TABLE SPONSORS!
Erin Rue, Erin Rue CPA
Vanessa Fuss, Affordable Estate Planning
Dana Mathews, Edward Jones
Tanya Hall, Discovery Behavior Health
Michelle Harrell, Purple City Retreats
Danielle Isaac, Energized Businesses
Jessica Levin, Damsel in Defense
Cassandra Beldowicz, Corcilla Cellars
Karla Montes, Dynasty Roofing
Angelica Hesse, Brand Your Light

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR DESERT SPONSOR!
Chef Sugar, Sugarland Bakery

Special Thanks to Our Community Partner

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee & Connect!

Holiday Mug Exchange

Let's sip, share, and swap this holiday season! Bring a fun holiday mug (under $10) wrapped or tucked in a festive bag, and leave with a new favorite for your morning coffee or evening cocoa.

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee & Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Happy Thanksgiving from the Women to Women team!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration is required.

Join us for Connect After Hours!

This is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders from diverse fields.

Whether you're looking to grow your network, collaborate on new projects, or share ideas and insights, this event provides a vibrant and encouraging environment, and potential partnerships that can help drive your personal and professional growth in the year ahead.

ABOUT OUR HOST

Lola MacLean | Haelan Empowered

Lola MacLean, DNP, FNP, is the founder of Haelan Empowered, where she helps professional women overcome chronic digestive issues like bloating, constipation, IBS, and fatigue. Drawing on her background in functional medicine, Lola guides her clients beyond quick fixes and generic advice, uncovering the root causes of their symptoms so they can finally experience lasting relief. Her approach blends science with sustainability—making gut healing both approachable and effective for busy women balancing demanding careers and family life.

Through personalized 1:1 coaching, functional testing, and simple lifestyle strategies, Lola empowers her clients to take control of their health and feel confident in their bodies again. She believes true healing happens when the gut and brain are in harmony, and she’s passionate about helping women reclaim their energy, ease, and freedom. At Haelan Empowered, her mission is simple: to make functional medicine easy to understand and sustainable to live by, so her clients can stop struggling and start thriving.

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Members $25

Guests $35

Thank you to our Program Sponsor!

Join Us for the Next Leadership Forum: Change Management (and the role of the manager)

The Women to Women Network Leadership Forums are exclusive events tailored for female founders and emerging leaders to connect, exchange experiences, and gain practical insights for overcoming challenges and driving growth. These forums provide a supportive environment to build valuable relationships, enhance leadership abilities, and walk away with actionable strategies you can implement right away.

We’re thrilled to welcome Colleen Murray, Fractional COO and Executive HR Consultant, to our next Women to Women Leadership Forum for an engaging, interactive session on leading through change.

Change is a constant in leadership, but how we respond to it—both personally and professionally—can shape everything. In this session, Colleen will lead an engaging and practical session on change management, helping managers explore their own responses to change and understand the vital role they play in guiding their teams through successful transitions.

Colleen will walk us through the PROSCI Change Management approach, designed around three key realities of how people experience change. 
Change is experienced on an individual level
Change isn’t automatic
Structured support makes all the difference

This experience will offer you:

• A working knowledge of the ADKAR model, which outlines the five stages individuals need to move through for successful change

• Insight into the Five Key Roles of Managers during times of transition

• A deeper understanding of your personal response to change through the Types and Patterns of Resistance

Whether you’re navigating a shift in your own work or leading others through change, this session will help you grow your self-awareness and expand your leadership toolkit.

Come ready to reflect, connect, and strengthen your ability to lead through what’s next.

ABOUT OUR SPEAKER

COLLEEN MURRAY,
Owner, Ops-ology

Colleen Murray is an experienced leader and consultant, drawing on more than 25 years in executive leadership, operations, and human resources. As the founder of Ops-ology in Portland, Oregon, Colleen partners with professional service and sustainability focused organizations to deliver fractional operations and project-based work. Prior to launching her own firm, Colleen spent over two decades at Perkins & Co—Portland’s largest locally owned public accounting firm—where she advanced from HR Manager to Director of Operations and Shareholder, leading core operational initiatives and helping drive firmwide transformation during periods of significant growth. Colleen holds an MBA, PROSCI change management certification, the SHRM-SCP credential, and has taught Organizational Behavior at Portland State University.

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration is required.

Join us for Connect After Hours!

This is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders from diverse fields.

Whether you're looking to grow your network, collaborate on new projects, or share ideas and insights, this event provides a vibrant and encouraging environment, and potential partnerships that can help drive your personal and professional growth in the year ahead.

ABOUT OUR HOST

Kati Foster | NW Accent

Single mom just trying to build an empire!

I started NW Accent in my garage with a used printing press on Craigslist in 2020.

We now have a print shop and boutique on Main Street in the heart of Tigard where 90% of the products we carry in the store are made by local women owned businesses.

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration is required.

Join us for Connect After Hours!

This is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders from diverse fields.

Whether you're looking to grow your network, collaborate on new projects, or share ideas and insights, this event provides a vibrant and encouraging environment, and potential partnerships that can help drive your personal and professional growth in the year ahead.

ABOUT OUR HOST

Ali Gibson | Ali Gibson Wellness

Helping women, who have spent years prioritizing everyone else, reclaim their health and vitality. I guide them through functional nutrition and lifestyle shifts to heal their gut and nervous system—so they can break free from their symptoms, restore balance, and finally feel whole again.

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

This is a ticketed event, and will be on a first come, first served basis. Tickets will not be sold at the door.

JOIN US FOR INSPIRE!

Inspire is more than just a conference - it is a catalyst for growth, leadership, and meaningful connections.

Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to scale your business, a professional ready to take the next step in your career, or an employer seeking to invest in your team, Inspire offers invaluable opportunities. Gain insights from industry leaders, participate in transformative workshops, and connect with a community of like-minded women who are driven to succeed. Walk away with actionable strategies, renewed confidence, and the inspiration to create a bigger impact in your business, career, and community.

We are thrilled to bring Inspire to a brand-new region! As part of our commitment to fostering growth and connection, we’re expanding our reach—creating even more opportunities for you to collaborate with dynamic, like-minded women. Boise is calling, and we can’t wait to see you there! Connect with your Regional Director to explore travel and house rental options, and start planning an unforgettable experience (or weekend) today.

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration is required.

Join us for Connect After Hours!

This is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders from diverse fields.

Whether you're looking to grow your network, collaborate on new projects, or share ideas and insights, this event provides a vibrant and encouraging environment, and potential partnerships that can help drive your personal and professional growth in the year ahead.

ABOUT OUR HOST

Erin Rue | ERIN RUE CPA

As an accountant with more than 15 years of business tax and accounting experience, I focus on helping clients gain clarity and confidence in their finances in a judgement free environment. Many clients come to me with backlogged books or unfiled returns, and together we create order, understanding, and peace of mind. The financial and personal transformations is what makes this work so meaningful to me.

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Members $25

Guests $35

Thank you to our Program Sponsor!

Join Us for the Next Leadership Forum: From Awkward to Impactful: Feedback That Works

The Women to Women Network Leadership Forums are exclusive events tailored for female founders and emerging leaders to connect, exchange experiences, and gain practical insights for overcoming challenges and driving growth. These forums provide a supportive environment to build valuable relationships, enhance leadership abilities, and walk away with actionable strategies you can implement right away.

You’ve worked hard to build your reputation, your relationships, and your results.

But what happens when you need to give feedback to someone in a position of power—your boss, an important client, or a key stakeholder? Have you ever found yourself rehearsing the conversation in your head… over and over… only to freeze up in the moment? Or worse, avoiding it altogether?

You’re not alone.

In this empowering and practical session designed for women founders and entrepreneurs, you’ll learn how feedback can shift from a dreaded task to a leadership superpower. This isn’t about being brutally honest or walking on eggshells, it’s about delivering feedback that strengthens trust, drives growth, and keeps relationships intact.

Through real-world examples and proven tools, you’ll gain the confidence and clarity to speak up in a way that is heard, valued, and acted on.

You’ll walk away with:

• The inner work: How to reflect and prepare yourself internally so you walk into the conversation grounded, clear, and confident.
  
  

• The SBI Feedback Model: A simple yet powerful framework to set up your feedback for success—every single time.
  
  

• The invitation to dialogue: How to transform feedback from a one-way delivery into a two-way conversation that inspires collaboration and problem-solving.
  

This is your opportunity to turn moments of tension into moments of transformation—without losing your voice or your vision. Whether you’re building your business, leading a team, or managing critical relationships, these skills will help you deliver feedback that creates alignment, earns respect, and accelerates results.

Come ready to practice, learn, and leave with a feedback game plan you can use immediately.

Because when you master the art of feedback, you don’t just shape conversations—you shape outcomes. Save your seat and join us. Let’s make feedback your leadership advantage.

ABOUT OUR SPEAKER

Kirsten Meneghello JD, PCC, CPRC

As Owner and Founder of Illumination Coaching, Kirsten focuses on supporting her clients to hone their communication and leadership skills. She is an attorney, a Professional Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation, and a Certified Professional Retirement Coach. Kirsten draws upon her previous career experiences and education in law, financial services, charitable estate planning, broadcast news, and multiple leadership roles. The theme throughout her career has been about developing people and maximizing their potential. Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstenmeneghello/

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration is required.

Join us for Connect After Hours!

This is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders from diverse fields.

Whether you're looking to grow your network, collaborate on new projects, or share ideas and insights, this event provides a vibrant and encouraging environment, and potential partnerships that can help drive your personal and professional growth in the year ahead.

ABOUT OUR HOST

Jessica Levin | Damsel In Defense

Jessica equips, empowers, and educates women to protect themselves and their families with self-defense products, product demonstrations, safety tips, Warrior Workshops, and more.

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration is required.

Join us for Connect After Hours!

This is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders from diverse fields.

Whether you're looking to grow your network, collaborate on new projects, or share ideas and insights, this event provides a vibrant and encouraging environment, and potential partnerships that can help drive your personal and professional growth in the year ahead.

ABOUT OUR HOST

Michelle Johnson | Radiant Divinity

I'm trilingual and speak and write in English, French, and Spanish. My varied background includes language teaching and experience ranging from customer service; finance (credit unions and mobile notary home loan signings); travel; software support (for direct sales professionals); and legal (currently a legal assistant for a family firm, focusing on family law, personal injury, estate planning). Outside of my day job, I like to think of myself as a Radiance Consultant: I help women look and feel radiant inside and out with various beauty/health and wellness products and jewelry/accessories. My current focus is Park Lane jewelry. I love classical music (particularly baroque) and am my husband's "Self-Appointed Fan Club President" when he plays trumpet for various community orchestras and brass quintets. We have a spoiled Tortie named Charlotte. My favorite color is periwinkle. I love supporting other women with an entrepreneurial spirit. My life verse is John 10:10.

Thank you to our Community Partner!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration is required.

Join us for Connect After Hours!

This is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders from diverse fields.

Whether you're looking to grow your network, collaborate on new projects, or share ideas and insights, this event provides a vibrant and encouraging environment, and potential partnerships that can help drive your personal and professional growth in the year ahead.

ABOUT OUR HOST

RACHAEL NELSON | EDWARD JONES

Throughout my life, helping others has been an integral part of who I am. I chose a career in financial services because I believe I can make a difference in the lives of families in my community. At Edward Jones, we strive to make sure clients feel heard

Thank you to our Community Partner!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Registration Required.

Join us for Coffee + Connect!

If you are looking for a different kind of networking opportunity, genuine interactions, and authentic conversations with women dedicated to supporting each other, please join us!

Women to Women Network members and guests are welcome to attend. Registration is required.

The Oregon region meets multiple times monthly for Coffee + Connect!

Thank you to our Community Partners!

Members $25

Guests $35

Thank you to our Program Sponsor!

Join Us for the Next Leadership Forum: When to Shift from Grit to Quit

The Women to Women Network Leadership Forums are exclusive events tailored for female founders and emerging leaders to connect, exchange experiences, and gain practical insights for overcoming challenges and driving growth. These forums provide a supportive environment to build valuable relationships, enhance leadership abilities, and walk away with actionable strategies you can implement right away.

You’ve worked hard. You’ve held it all together.

But lately, you’ve been asking yourself... Is this still it?

Have you ever found yourself second-guessing your goals, your growth strategy, or even your calling? Maybe you're wondering if you’re pouring into the right areas of your business—or your life. Maybe you’re feeling the tension between being the strong one and quietly questioning whether something needs to shift.

You’re not alone.

Join Mindee Hardin, visionary entrepreneur and co-creator of the multi-million dollar brand Boogie Wipes, for a refreshingly honest and affirming session that goes beyond the hustle and into the heart of leadership. In When to Shift from Grit to Quit, Mindee will guide you through a rich reflection on what it really means to grow—with intention, balance, and purpose.

This session is not about chasing bigger numbers. It’s about creating better alignment with your team, your time, your values, and the story you’re here to tell.

Whether you’re a business owner, team leader, or simply navigating what’s next, this is your space to breathe, recalibrate, and make decisions that support your impact, legacy, and well-being.

You’ll walk away with:

• Clarity to recognize the signs of when to persevere versus when it’s time to pivot—so you can stop second-guessing your decisions.

• A new lens to evaluate your business and life commitments—not just by pressure or profit, but by your purpose and priorities.

• A personalized decision-making filter you can use in any season of life to help you confidently choose what to grit and what to quit.

• Renewed purpose and joy in your daily tasks through a deeper understanding of your capability, your story, and your authenticity goals.

This isn’t just about business growth—it’s about growing the right way, on your terms, with a strong culture and A++ leadership. Let’s talk about how you can take control, scale sustainably, and create a thriving company that supports your vision and goals.

Are you ready to grow with intention? Let’s get started!

This is not just another leadership talk. It’s a sacred space to pause, reflect, and realign - with your mission and your truth.

Whether you’ve built a company, led a team, or carried a vision in your heart for years, it’s time to stop striving for growth that drains you and start embracing growth that fills you.

Come discover what’s next—without burning out what’s now.

Save your seat and join the conversation.

Let’s decide together what to grit… and what to quit.

Seats are limited. Register now to secure your spot! 

Members $25

Guests $35

Tickets are non-refundable.

ABOUT OUR SPEAKER

MINDEE HARDIN

Mindee Hardin is a visionary entrepreneur, author, and speaker whose career spans over two decades of innovative leadership, brand creation, and purpose-driven mentorship. She launched her entrepreneurial journey in 2003 as the owner and producer of Portland's Northwest Women’s Show, a dynamic event with hundreds of vendors and sponsors that celebrated and connected women across the Pacific Northwest.

In 2007, Mindee made national headlines as the co-founder and inventor of Boogie Wipes, the first saline nose wipe for kids—an innovative product born out of motherhood and grown into a multi-million dollar brand featured on major outlets such as The Today Show, Entrepreneur Magazine, People, and Forbes.

After difficult personal challenges presented themselves in scaling and selling Boogie Wipes, Mindee took a purposeful pause to focus on family life and began privately consulting and coaching other entrepreneurs on their start-up journeys. From 2011 to 2018, she walked alongside dozens of founders, offering practical insight and inspiration drawn from her own hard-won experience.

In 2018, Mindee transitioned her passion for mentorship into education, first as a Young Entrepreneur Instructor and then as the Marketing Director at Valor Global Online Schools, where she has continued to shape the next generation of leaders. The tools she built for students, teachers and parents are used today by thousands, and she is widely respected for blending vision and aspirations and with authenticity and faith.

Today, Mindee resides in Beaverton, Oregon with her husband Scott and their blended family of six children, ages 16 to 23. She considers her greatest and most sacred work to be the home and community they’ve built together—rooted in God's grace, the joy of Jesus and a commitment to raising kind, courageous humans.

Thank you to our Community Partners!