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SUMMARY:March 24 - Connect & Shine: Table Conversations for Women Entrepreneurs - TORONTO
DESCRIPTION:Are you a woman entrepreneur\, solopreneur\, freelancer\, or business owner looking to grow\, connect\, and find your tribe? Join us for Connect and Shine: Table Conversations for Women Entrepreneurs and Leaders. \nThis is not your usual networking event! Rather\, it’s a collaborative space to learn\, share\, explore growth opportunities and find your tribe. \nThis inviting\, relaxed\, and uplifting event is designed to help women in business connect\, grow\, share experiences\, and celebrate each other’s successes. \nWe understand how important it is to have a supportive community\, especially one where like-minded women can come together to openly share challenges\, celebrate wins\, and learn from one another. That’s why we’ve created this safe and empowering space – a chance to network\, grow\, and shine. \nWhat to Expect: \nThe evening will feature two powerful and inspiring talks & mini workshops from fellow woman entrepreneurs: \nIdentifying Your Core Values by Maggie Rojano\, entrepreneur\, adventure leader & TEDx speaker \nIn this session\, Maggie will share her 10-year journey as an entrepreneur in the marketing industry\, highlighting key lessons\, challenges\, and insights from building her own projects and working in the field. \nShe will also give practical and reflective workshop designed to help you identify your top 3 core values – the principles that truly drive your decisions and life directions. You will align your personal values with your professional purpose\, so you can make more intentional career and business choices. \nOwning Your Imprint by Leigh Mitchell\, Leadership Brand Strategist & Founder of Women in Biz Network \nTo truly shine in business\, you have to be willing to be seen. But how do you advocate for yourself without feeling like you’re just bragging? In this hands-on session\, you will: \n\n\nDiscover your “ChangeMaker Imprint”: The unique DNA of your skills and lived experience that sets your business apart. \n\n\nMaster Fact-Based Advocacy: Learn to speak about your achievements using evidence\, completely removing the “ick” factor of self-promotion. \n\n\nBuild Your Ecosystem: Practice delivering your new\, unapologetic introduction with peers who are there to validate and champion your brilliance. \n\n\nAlso on the agenda: \n\n\nFun\, facilitated icebreakers & our signature group connection activities that take the awkwardness out of networking and help you connect comfortably – even if you come alone. \n\n\nGuided and free networking in a casual\, relaxed and introvert-friendly atmosphere – you will not be left alone!W \n\n\nYou’ll gain: \n\n\nAccess to a supportive community of women ready to connect and collaborate. \n\n\nOpportunities to build confidence\, grow your ideas\, and challenge yourself. \n\n\nAccess to our private community group and extended network via WhatsApp & Facebook. \n\n\nThis event is more than just a networking event; it’s a chance to foster meaningful connections\, find your community\, and discover new ways to thrive in business and life. \nThis Event is for You If You Are: \n\n\nA woman entrepreneur\, solopreneur\, startup owner\, or freelancer \n\n\nLooking for meaningful professional connections and collaborations \n\n\nReady to share your experiences\, celebrate your wins\, and grow alongside other women in business \n\n\nSomeone who prefers an introvert-friendly\, relaxed networking environment \n\n\nCome with an open mind and leave with new connections\, inspiration\, and maybe even your next business bestie! \nAbout our guest speakers: \nMaggie Rojano – Entrepreneur & TEDx Speaker \nMaggie was born and raised in Spain and has lived in the UK\, the Netherlands\, and\, since 2023\, has been going back and forth between Spain and Canada. \nIn 2016\, she left her job at a marketing agency in Barcelona to start her own business: a strategic marketing and advertising agency focused on helping brands and projects grow with clarity and purpose. She has created and led workshops\, events\, and mentoring programs\, and regularly participates in marketing events and business schools as a guest speaker and trainer. \nToday\, she combines marketing with designing and hosting mentoring and adventure experiences for small groups. She is currently creating an experience that merges learning\, friendship\, and adventure in Spain. \nLeigh Mitchell\, Founder of Women in Biz Network  \nLeigh Mitchell is a leadership brand strategist and founder of Women in Biz Network for ChangeMaker Leaders. Based in Toronto\, she helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs align their brand\, business growth\, and well-being with meaningful change. \nLeigh has guided thousands of professional women and collaborated with brands including Microsoft Canada\, TELUS\, and TD Canada Trust. Her expertise has been featured in CBC\, The Globe and Mail\, and The Wall Street Journal. \nShe holds an executive certificate in Marketing Leadership and teaches at York University\, YEDI\, and the University of Guelph-Humber. A vocal advocate for mental health and collaborative leadership\, Leigh champions mentorship as a pathway to resilience and positive change. \nAbout My Creative Break \nMy Creative Break specializes in connection & play! Known for their team-building programs and their Deeper Connections networking\, social\, and speed-dating events\, they make sure you have a good time and never feel alone or awkward! The team is always there to make sure you are always connecting with others and enjoying the event. They take pride in connecting people in fun ways\, using team-bonding activities that help them collaborate\, share ideas\, and grow. \nRefund policy: No refunds\, unless the event is cancelled. If you can’t make it to the event\, please contact us ASAP and we’ll give you a credit to attend another event. If the event is postponed\, you will still receive a credit for the new event date. By attending this event\, you accept sole responsibility for all risks\, both known or unknown\, inherent or otherwise\, related to the event. \nPhotography & videography release: We will be taking pictures and videos at the events. We reserve the right to use images or videos from our event on social media\, website\, promotional material and ads. By attending\, you consent to this. \nREGISTER NOW 
URL:https://www.womeninbiznetwork.com/event/connect-shine-table-conversations-for-women-entrepreneurs-toronto/
LOCATION:Studio TCC Upper Village\, 1061 Eglinton Ave W\, York\, Ontario\, M6C 2C9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Member Events,Partner Events
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SUMMARY:March 10 - Toronto: Ten Things Leaders Need to Know About Changing Habits That Hold You Back
DESCRIPTION:Unfiltered Insight Exchange: Real Leaders. Real Conversations. Real Impact. \nStep into a room where business talk gets bold\, honest\, and directly impactful—no buzzwords\, no fillers. This is where leaders gather to cut through the noise and tackle the issues that truly drive—or drag—today’s businesses. \nJoin an exclusive circle of business leaders for candid\, thought-provoking conversations that deliver real-world insight\, unfiltered perspectives\, and the kind of exchange that sparks immediate action. \nWhether you’re building from the ground up or refining what’s already in place\, you’ll leave sharper\, more focused\, and ready to take your next step with clarity and confidence. \nOur sessions are short\, practical\, and designed specifically for business leaders—featuring expert speakers. Each month\, a guest expert will lead a conversation on a core business topic\, from sales and marketing to finance\, operations\, tax\, law\, LinkedIn for business\, and more. \n  \nUnfiltered Insight Exchange: March 10th\, 2026 \nOur speaker will be Leigh Mitchell – a leadership brand strategist and founder of Women in Biz Network for ChangeMaker Leaders. \nLeigh will be speaking on: 10 Things Leaders Need to Know About Changing Habits That Hold You Back \nHighlights of the presentation: \n\nFoster curiosity instead of jumping to answers\nBring more play and joy into serious work\nBuild stronger cultures of allyship and inclusion\nNavigate change with resilience and mental well-being\nReframe failure with a growth mindset\nLead with a sense of enoughness instead of scarcity\n\nYou’ll leave with simple\, science-backed tools and leadership practices to help you break free from limiting habits\, embrace change\, and lead authentically. \nDate: Tuesday\, March 10\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nLocation: 149 East Liberty Street\, Unit 290 (Achev Office)\, M6K 0H7\nCost: $15+HST ($16.95)/session – paid parking nearby (try parking in Metro parking lot) \nSeats are limited to 12 participants to keep the conversations rich and connections strong. Secure your spot today—come ready to share\, learn\, and leave sharper than when you arrived.  \nRegister and etransfer the total cost to: anne@youraspirecoach.com no later than March 9\, 2026. \n\nAbout Leigh Mitchell\nLeigh Mitchell is a leadership brand strategist and founder of\nWomen in Biz Network for ChangeMaker Leaders. Based in Toronto\,\nshe helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs\nalign their brand\, business growth\, and well-being with meaningful change.\nLeigh has guided thousands of professional women and collaborated\nwith brands including Microsoft Canada\, TELUS\, and TD Canada Trust.\nHer expertise has been featured in CBC\, The Globe and Mail\,\nand The Wall Street Journal.\nShe holds an executive certificate in Marketing Leadership and\nteaches at York University\, YEDI\, and the University of Guelph-Humber.\nA vocal advocate for mental health and collaborative leadership\,\nLeigh champions mentorship as a pathway to resilience and positive change.\n 
URL:https://www.womeninbiznetwork.com/event/march10th/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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SUMMARY:AI Workflow Workshop
DESCRIPTION:AI Support for Women\nWe’re running an in-person AI workflow workshop at the Verity Club in Toronto. We’ll build your outreach system step-by-step – your voice blocks\, your framework\, your actual workflow – so you leave with something ready to use. \nAI Workflow Workshop\n\n\n\nBring your messiest business problem. Leave with a clear AI plan.\n\n\n\n\nA roundtable workshop for founder-led service businesses (teams of 1-10).\nHosted at the vibey Verity Club library\, with a tea + scones break. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Promise\n\n\n\n\nIf you’re using AI but it still feels chaotic\, you’re not alone.\nMost founders are drowning in repeat work. Proposals. Follow-ups. Inbox triage. “What should I post?” thought leadership  paralysis. Too many decisions. \nThis workshop turns that chaos into simple workflows.\nYou’ll leave with a plan you can actually execute. \nFast. \nPractical. \nNo hype. \nThis is for you if \n\nYou run a service business. Or you lead marketing in one.\nYou have a small team. Or you are the team.\nYou’ve tried AI. But it’s not saving meaningful time yet.\nYou want AI to create repeatable outputs\, not random drafts.\n\nThis is not for you if you want a magic “set it and forget it” agent.\nThis is systems-first AI adoption. \n\n\n\nReserve My Seat\n\n\n\nWhat you’ll do in the workshop\n\n\n\nBefore the event \nOnce you’ve grabbed your spot\, you’ll submit one live problem in your business. (Short form. 5 minutes.) \nI’ll pick one problem to feature.\nI’ll build the solution. Including a working custom GPT. \nDuring the roundtable \nAt the event\, I’ll show the build step-by-step.\nThen we’ll workshop your version at your table. \nYou’ll translate your problem into \n\na clear workflow\nthe inputs your AI needs\nthe prompts/structure to generate consistent outputs\nnext actions you can implement immediately\n\nExamples of live problems we can solve \n\nA proposal workflow that produces a tailored first draft in minutes\nA referral outreach system with warm messages + follow-up sequences\nA content repurposing engine (one good idea ? a week of assets)\nInbox triage that drafts responses and flags what matters\nA simple “findability” workflow to earn more inbound leads over time\n\n\n\n\nReserve My Seat\n\n\nVenue\n\n\nWe’re hosting this inside the Verity Club in downtown Toronto.\nSpecifically!!!! The library! It’s quiet. It’s beautiful. It feels like focused momentum. \nMid-session\, we’ll break for tea and scones. \nOnly the poshest of vibes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecause if we’re going to solve business problems\, we’re doing it in style. \nLocation: Verity Club\, 111d Queen St East\, Toronto\nDate: Thursday\, February 19\, 2026\nTime: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm \nBreak: Tea (or coffee) and scones will be served halfway through networking \n\n\nReserve my seat\n\n\n\nMeet Our Trainer\, Susan Diaz\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nHeya\, I’m Susan Diaz. \nI help founder-led teams implement practical AI workflows that save time and improve outputs. I am the host of ‘AI Literacy for Entrepreneurs’. \nCheck out the podcast here \nYou can find me on LinkedIn here: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/susandiaz  \nI am the founder of Marketing Power Circle\, an AI implementation mastermind where we help founders win back time with AI without a 6-figure team \n\n\n\n\nSave your spot at Verity Club?
URL:https://www.womeninbiznetwork.com/event/aiflow/
LOCATION:Verity Club\, 111d Queen St E\,\, Toronto\, ON\, M5C 1S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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SUMMARY:Join us for PR/Comms Women Connect: Ending the Year Strong!
DESCRIPTION:We’re beyond excited to host our networking event created especially for PR and comms professionals in Toronto to come together\, connect\, and celebrate the incredible work we’ve done this year. \nDon’t miss out—RSVP now! \nHighlights:\n— Welcome drinks\n— Special guest Leigh Mitchell Founder of Women In Biz\n— Contests\n— Festive photo shoots \nNot in our PR/Comms WhatsApp group yet? Join us to connect with amazing women and stay updated: https://lnkd.in/d-iMXj4F
URL:https://www.womeninbiznetwork.com/event/join-us-for-pr-comms-girlies-connect-ending-the-year-strong/
LOCATION:brazen head liberty village\, 165 E Liberty St\, Toronto\, ON\, toronto\, Ontario\, M6K 3K4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryam Danagege":MAILTO:maryamdanagege@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Transform into a More Confident Leader | Toronto | November 14 | 5-8 pm
DESCRIPTION:Imagine being the leader who makes swift\, confident decisions and seizes every opportunity\, all while effectively leveraging your team to drive objectives\, sales or special projects\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you ready to elevate your leadership game? \nJoin two seasoned business experts\, Laural Carr and Hilda Gan who are passionate about empowering motivated leaders and teams. \nTogether\, we help you tap into your zone of genius\, unlocking the best version of yourself as a leader. \nRegister Now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLaural Carr \nKolbe Certified Consultant \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPassionate about her clients working in their natural style to achieve results with ease\,\nLaural Carr (she/her)takes pride in working with exceptional and acknowledged peak performers\, achieving success at the top of their industries. She is an expert in helping you find more clients\, shorten your sales cycle and build an A-team to generate more revenue. She is an award-winning marketer\, Certified Coach and Kolbe™ Certified Consultant who wants business leaders and their teams to excel. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHilda Gan \nFascination Certified Advisor \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHilda Gan (she/her) is the Founder and Chief People Officer of People Bright Consulting\, author\, speaker\, leadership and team trainer\, Fascination Certified Advisor and the creator of REVUP Your Potential™. An award-winning work culture expert\, Hilda is passionate about creating healthy relationships within organizations and between people. To her\, communication is key\, and the Fascination® Advantage is the key to unlocking communication confidence. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a lively\, interactive\, and informative networking and leadership confidence building event \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNovember 14\, 2024 \n5-8 PM \nStaples Studio\, 375 University Ave.\, Toronto \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Highlights\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover Your Unique Abilities: Learn how to be a more effective and confident communicator and make faster decisions to accelerate your success.\nApply Your Skills in Real Time: Strengthen relationships and build connections by applying your unique abilities throughout the evening.\nExpand Your Network: Connect with other successful leaders and enhance your leadership skills during interactive activities.\nTransform Your Leadership: Overcome leadership roadblocks and gain actionable strategies to boost your confidence in leadership and decision-making.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird $49+HST \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://www.womeninbiznetwork.com/event/transform-into-a-more-confident-leader-toronto-november-14-5-8-pm/
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SUMMARY:Event Invitation: Breaking Barriers with Jenn Harper: A Live Conversation on Indigenous Representation\, Scaling Success\, and Sustainable Beauty
DESCRIPTION:  \nJenn Harper\, Cheekbone Beauty\n  \n \nJoin us for an exclusive live event with Jenn Harper\, the visionary founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty\, as we celebrate women entrepreneurs making waves in the business world. Jenn Harper is not only a pioneering Indigenous leader in the beauty industry but also a champion for sustainability\, inclusivity\, and social impact. From founding Cheekbone Beauty with a mission to amplify Indigenous voices\, to scaling her brand to major retailers like Sephora and JC Penney\, Jenn’s journey is a testament to the power of purpose-driven entrepreneurship. \nIn this engaging conversation\, Jenn will share her insights on:\n\nThe future of Indigenous representation in the beauty industry and beyond.\nStrategies for scaling a brand with integrity while staying true to core values.\nBuilding a legacy of giving back\, with over $250\,000 donated to Indigenous communities.\nAdvice for aspiring female entrepreneurs on navigating challenges and achieving meaningful success.\n\nWhether you’re an entrepreneur\, a beauty enthusiast\, or someone passionate about social impact\, this is a rare opportunity to learn from one of the most inspiring voices in the industry. \nEvent Details: \nDate: November 14 \nTime: 1 pm EST \nLocation: Zoom (Link will be provided upon registration) \nRegister Now to be part of this powerful conversation and gain insights that could transform your own journey. Plus\, join us in celebrating the resilience\, passion\, and leadership of women making a difference. \n\nWant to attend this event and maximize the opportunity?  \nJoin Women in Biz Network’s ChangeMaker Collective Membership for $0.  Mentorship\, membership perks including discounts and freebies are available to you along with the opportunity to promote your personal brand or business. We invite all ChangeMakers to join.
URL:https://www.womeninbiznetwork.com/event/breakingbarriers/
CATEGORIES:Member Events,Online Events
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SUMMARY:Powerful 8-week online memoir-writing course with Author Ann Dowsett Johnston
DESCRIPTION:A powerful 8-week online memoir-writing course.\nWe all have a story—our stories—to tell. Excavating those narratives\, finding the courage to give voice to our secrets\, takes time. I believe that writing is a process of discovery. At the heart of good writing is finding your voice: a compelling\, authentic voice. To locate that voice\, each individual must get in touch with what’s most integral in their experience. This is a journey.\n?\nWriting Your Recovery is a popular eight-week memoir-writing course. I believe we’re all recovering from something—be it substance use or heartache or empty-nest syndrome. In these weekly two-hour classes\, I will teach you how to get started; how to deal with structure; how to use your five senses; how to silence the inner critic; how to get published. I will help you transform your personal story into writing you love. Join a warm community of like-minded writers\, and begin your process of creative discovery. And if you want more? Supplement the course with group coaching or one-on-one editing. \nUpcoming Sessions\nWriting Your Recovery\nOctober 16th\, 2024\n7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT\nRegister here > \nWriting Your Recovery\nOctober 16th\, 2024 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM EDT\nRegister here > \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe most regretful people on earth are those who felt the call to creative work\, who felt their own creative power restive and uprising\, and gave to it neither power nor time.\n— Mary Oliver\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTestimonials\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJennifer Bridgman\nSan Francisco Bay Area\, USA\n“Writing Your Recovery was hands-down a transformative\, life-affirming experience. Ann’s meticulously developed course draws upon her vast experience\, giving students unparalleled insight into the complex worlds of writing\, editing and publishing. But it is Ann’s generous depth\, heart and wisdom that make this course a masterpiece. Writing Your Recovery offers a supportive haven where a writer can gather to find their voice\, hone their craft and feed their soul.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWendy McCallum\nChester\, Nova Scotia\, Canada\n“Working with Ann has been the best decision I’ve made in years. I started in Writing Your Recovery pretty sure I’d never write a thing worth reading out loud\, but eager to learn. I’m now in my second round of Writing Your Discovery and have a book underway! Ann’s careful stewardship and encouragement was exactly what I needed to rediscover my love of writing. I am officially a writer again\, and I owe that in large part to Ann.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady? Grab your spot.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Ann for the next session of Writing Your Recovery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for AM Class\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for PM Class\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOr Learn More Here
URL:https://www.womeninbiznetwork.com/event/memoir-writing/
CATEGORIES:Member Events,Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241004T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241004T170000
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SUMMARY:The Comfortable Race Conversation Process
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n  \n  \n\nThe Comfortable Race Conversation Process – Starting October 4th\n  \nA course for socially responsible people who want to learn about anti-racism\, diversity\, equity and inclusion\, by having real conversations so they can make the uncomfortable\, comfortable. \nInterested in participating? Contact Leigh Mitchell at leigh@leighmitchell.ca for more details. It is possible to have comfortable conversations about race! \nIf you want to TRANSFORM your ability to connect through difference and create the change without division….check this program out! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6 Modules Dropped starting October 4th\, 2024\n6 Live Practice Circles from 10:00 am – 11:30 am EST\nOntario Mental Health Professionals Association Approved\n\nWhen?\n\n6 FRIDAYS STARTING\, October 11th\, 2024 from 10:00am-11:30am EST\n\nRegistration\nRegister now \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou might avoid having a conversation about race because….\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou anticipate your feelings and experience will be dismissed or minimized again \nYou worry you will unintentionally say the wrong thing and will be called out for not knowing\nYou fear you will hurt someone’s feelings\nYou are worried they will say something that you will feel uncomfortable to address\nYou imagine people will leave the conversation\nYou get anxious just thinking about having a real conversation about race\nYou feel frustrated when you imagine explaining the reasons you feel the way you do…again\nYou fear you will be judged if you make a mistake or if you get emotional\nYou just don’t know how to have a conversation about race\n\n\n\n\n\nAnd even though…\n\nYou believe in a racially equitable society.\nYou want to do something about the divisiveness that you see in the world\nYou want to learn about diversity\, equity and inclusion\nYou have lived experiences of racism and bias\nYou may have even taken courses\, read articles\, books and listened to podcasts and have learned a lot.\nYou may have relationships with people of all races and…..\n\n\n\n\n\nYou still feel uncomfortable having a conversation about Race with other races.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nAs a past participant\, I enthusiastically recommend Natalie’s course\, The Comfortable Race Conversation Process. This course was deep\, valuable\, and because of its experiential grounding\, also personally transformative. Natalie’s course helped me to develop my attunement to difference\, and to move more deeply into my commitment to work through the unconscious biases that are part of what we inevitably internalize from the social context. This is important to me\, as a psychotherapist\, because these biases are blocks in my practice to connecting and collaborating with racialized clients. \n\n– Kristin Casady\, RP\, MA\, CTP Dipl (she/her)\nFaculty Member\, The Centre for Training in Psychotherapy\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy Should I Learn to Have Conversations About Race?\n\n\n\n\nBecause you…..\n\nHave taken the courses or have lived experiences and you are still unsure what to say if the topic of race comes up with colleagues\, clients\, vendors\, friends and family\nWant to know how you impact others in conversations about race so you do not unintentionally hurt someone\nWant to know how to respond if someone makes a mistake with you\nWant to know what to do and say if you make a mistake\nWant to be able to show up as your full self so you can confidently and effectively communicate with others\nWant to understand why you feel so uncomfortable with this topic \nWant to feel like you CAN have conversations about race in an embodied\, present and courageous way\nWant to be a part of the change required for a racially equitable society\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Not everything that is faced can be changed\, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.”\n\n– James Baldwin\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy Should I Take This Course?\n\n\n\n\n‘The Comfortable Race Conversation Process’ not only provided me with a greater understanding of the individual actions I can take\, it also gave me the courage to remain active & consistent in bringing forward systemic improvements to policies and practices in my workplace.\n\nKelly B. – Organizational Leader and Mother of 2\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou want to have conversations about race because bridging the gap of diversity is important. You want to lean in and engage in conversations because they need to happen and your discomfort gets in the way. I want you to know that you are not alone. The emotional\, physical and psychological discomfort that emerges when talking about race gets in everyone’s way. \n  \nWe need our humanity at this moment.\nOur human emotions\, feelings\, physical and psychological responses are where we are more the same than different. Our unique experiences are vastly different\, but our humanity\, which is where we are the same\, is where contact is possible. \nWe need a common ground.\nHow will we collectively make a change for our children\, our communities\, our workplaces and our society\, if we are not able to talk to each other?   so that everyone\, who wants change\, can connect\, hear and understand each other. \nWe need a common language.\nThis program is about creating that common ground and language so we all can find a new way to meet each other. \nCreating the space and awareness for the emotional\, physical\, psychological and relational energy that is ALWAYS PRESENT between humans\, especially when speaking about the subject of race\, is a key element of this process. \nIf you want to be able to lean into conversations about race – then this course is for you. \nLearn how to have conversations about race by having conversations about race.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“When you know better\, you do better”.\n\n– Maya Angelou\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho Will Teach Me?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHi!  I am Natalie Haynes and I have been a Training Consultant\, Workshop Facilitator and Psychotherapist for over 10 years.  I became a therapist because I was a client and I became a client because of my anxiety.  I love what I do.  I teach people how to be with their emotions in a new way\, so they can have more permission and compassion for themselves. \nMy relationship with my racial identity wasn’t always a good one. Having conversations about race was difficult at best\, until I understood what the emotional turmoil I avoided was about. When I changed my relationship to my racial identity and embodied the emotional responses I resisted\, everything shifted. I created this program because I want to change how people feel about talking about race so they can have the awareness about how they interact and engage in the places and spaces they live in. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nListen to Our Previous Livestream/Podcast Episode \n \n\n\nPowered by RedCircle \nIn this episode\, Natalie shares invaluable strategies for practicing positive mental health techniques at work. Discover methods to cope with stress\, burnout\, anxiety\, and other professional challenges\, with actionable tips to help you stay balanced and resilient. \nNatalie is a Registered Psychotherapist specializing in Emotional and Mental Wellness and DEIB Training\, certified by the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP) and serving as the President of the Board of the Gestalt Institute of Toronto. \nWe also delve into the stories we tell ourselves about professional situations. How do we interpret and internalize events like not receiving a callback or missing out on a sale? Natalie helps us understand the personal meanings we attach to these experiences and how to embody more empowering narratives. \nTune in for an insightful conversation on maintaining mental wellness and fostering a positive mindset in your professional life. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.womeninbiznetwork.com/event/comfortableconversations/
CATEGORIES:DEIB Training
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SUMMARY:ARCHANGEL SUMMIT – THE #1 PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION AND BUSINESS GROWTH EVENT IN CANADA
DESCRIPTION:I have a gift for you….\nHey ChangeMaker\, \nNext weekend on September 21st my friend Giovanni Marsico is hosting his 6th annual Archangel Summit\, which is one of the largest business growth and personal transformation events in North America for ChangeMakers like us. \nHe started the most beautiful pay it forward program\, where members of his community have been buying tickets that can be gifted to entrepreneurs\, healers\, coaches\, and practitioners with giant hearts that want to serve a lot more people. \nHe has 18 more general admission tickets to be donated (these are $250 each and have been paid for)\, so I thought I’d ask you if you’d like one! \nIt’s taking place at John Bassett Theatre inside the Toronto Convention Centre on Saturday September 21 from 830am to 530pm. \nGio has had everyone on his stage – people like Lewis Howes\, Robin Sharma\, Elizabeth Gilbert\, Seth Godin\, Gary Vaynerchuk\, Dr. Shefali\, Simon Sinek\, Todd Herman\, Dan Martell\, Lisa Nichols… \n..but the real magic of Gio’s events are the attendees. \nPeople like me and you who care deeply about making a bigger impact\, becoming better every day\, and obviously\, creating a better future for everyone. \n \nHOW TO GET YOUR COMPLIMENTARY TICKET\nIf you’re interested in one of these tickets\, DM Giovanni here on Instagram (make sure to follow him first) and mention ‘Leigh sent me’ and he will share instructions on claiming your ticket. \nOr email him at hello@archangel.cc and say the same thing. If you are are post secondary school email to this email address: giovanni@archangel.cc. \nHope you join me\, \nLeigh Mitchell\, Chief ChangeMaker\nChangeMaker Collective & Women in Biz Network  \nPS – Giovanni is also a 2x EMMY® award-winning film producer.  If you haven’t already\, check out his super inspirational film DREAMER here on YouTube. \n\nWELCOME TO THE ARCHANGEL SUMMIT – THE #1 PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION AND BUSINESS GROWTH EVENT IN CANADA\nJoin Us for a Transformative Experience That Will Redefine Your Life and Business Forever! Archangel is a global community of leaders\, founders\, artists\, creators\, entrepreneurs\, coaches\, healers\, makers\, and messengers. We desire to use our gifts\, our businesses\, our personal brands\, and our expertise\, to create something\, or say something\, that matters. If your dream involves transforming the lives of others\, making this world a better place\, or sharing your message\, then you need to be a part of our family. Whatever has been holding you back in your business and life’s journey\, from getting to your next level\, from achieving your dreams\, from making the impact you want to make\, this show will give you everything you need to break through. You’re going to leave this event knowing exactly what to do to live the life of your dreams\, running the business of your dreams. And how to become the person that can make those dreams a reality. Supported by an incredible community\, of people just like you. \n  \n\n  \nLearn more at: https://www.archangelsummit.com
URL:https://www.womeninbiznetwork.com/event/archangel-summit-the-1-personal-transformation-and-business-growth-event-in-canada/
CATEGORIES:Toronto Events
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SUMMARY:Empowered Minds: Unlocking Wellness and Mental Clarity for ChangeMakers
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for the Empower Hour for ChangeMakers; we dive deep into the journey of personal transformation and mental wellness with Coach Che Marville\, CEO of Wisemindly. Discover practical techniques to boost your mental clarity\, build resilience\, and find balance in a world that never stops moving. From empowering personal stories to innovative tools for mental health\, this episode offers invaluable insights for change-makers striving to cultivate inner peace and outer impact. Tune in to learn how to tap into your full potential and foster well-being for yourself and your community. \nChe Marville is a renowned Life Coach and Motivational Teacher with over 20 years of experience\, specializing in holistic well-being and personal growth. As a certified yoga and meditation instructor\, she integrates mindfulness with practical strategies\, helping individuals and teams unlock their potential. Her HR Limitless Road Map and teachings in neurogenesis are central to building resilience in today’s fast-paced world. Through her transformative coaching\, Che has impacted thousands\, fostering a community focused on clarity\, growth\, and purpose.
URL:https://www.womeninbiznetwork.com/event/empowered-minds-unlocking-wellness-and-mental-clarity-for-changemakers/
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