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Kelly Driscoll
Andover Chapter Leader
Connected, empowered, joyful communities are built by connected, empowered, joyful leaders! When we are empowered to show up as our authentic selves, aligned with our purpose and standing in our values, we have the power to not only transform our own lives, but to shift culture, and change the world! Kelly is an empowerment and transformation coach working with individuals and organizations to create connected and empowered lives filled with purpose and joy!
After over 30 years in education, Kelly made a bold and courageous decision to follow her soul purpose and start her own coaching and consulting firm, Kelly Lynn Coaching and Consulting, LLC. Leaving education to embrace authentic relationships, Kelly helps organizations create culture rooted in purpose, connection and joy. Supporting this work, Kelly creates space for individuals to show up as their true self and cultivate a culture that weaves authenticity and courage into the fabric of the community. Building a reflective practice that includes leaning into listening, standing in your values, knowing your worth and owning a wholehearted life without limits is her greatest passion.
Prior to her bold leap into coaching and consulting, Kelly spent nearly 14 years as a guidance counselor followed by 10 years as an administrator. As the Director of Alternative Programs at a large high school, her focus was on creating innovative programs to support students who struggled in the traditional high school setting. As the Dean of Students in a rural high school, Kelly worked to cultivate positive school culture and climate, leading innovative work addressing the social emotional needs of the community. Kelly is deeply invested in helping individuals find their authentic voice, own their worth and lean into the practice of creating the world we all long for.
On a personal note, she is the single mother of three amazingly fierce, brave, beautiful daughters, ages 22, 16, and 15 and her incredible fur baby, Piper. For balance and joy, you can find Kelly hiking in the woods, enjoying the beach, reading (often AT the beach!), paddling on her SUP or digging onto a DIY project at home.
Liane Moccia
Andover Chapter Leader
Liane Moccia is a Registered Clinical Herbalist who specializes in fertility and preconception planning. She combines herbs, nutrition, and lifestyle changes with a clear plan to help optimize fertility. Liane’s own infertility diagnosis led her to the healing power of plants and ultimately a career change to help others on similar journeys. She believes no one should struggle to build their family. Clients often tell her that she is “the best-kept secret” and that they wish they had started working with her earlier on their fertility journey. Being part of WBL has helped Liane get in front of more people in an authentic way, which has helped her business grow and allowed her to help more people. Liane lives in Andover with her husband, twin teenage daughters, and their dog, Luca.
Michelle Alger
Boston Chapter Leader
Michelle Alger is an Assurance Supervisor with Marcum LLP here she focuses on financial institutions, specifically Sarbanes Oxley and FDICIA reporting. Her current role across all industries and engagements is to coordinate planning, fieldwork, and deliverables with the audit team while maintaining efficiency and client relationships. In addition to her role as a Supervisor, Michelle strives to improve continuing education and training at Marcum through her involvement on both the National Learning Committee and New England Regional Training Committee. Michelle is a licensed CPA in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Michelle earned both a Bachelor and Master of Science degree in accounting from Siena College in 2016. After graduating, Michelle lived and worked in upstate New York for just over three years. As a native Rhode Islander, she relocated to East Boston to be closer to home during 2020. She quicky grew to love “Eastie” and joined the board of East Boston Main Streets (EBMS), a non-profit whose mission is to improve the lives of all who live, work, and do business in East Boston. Michelle currently serves as Treasurer of EBMS. In her free time, you will find her working out with @Yvescass.4real, running the East Boston stadium, or spending time back home with family in Rhode Island.
Rebecca Lynch
Boston Chapter Leader
Coming Soon...
Kemet Shetty
Charlotte Chapter Leader
Agent with New York Life Insurance Company. My background includes interest in relationship management, event planning and connecting others. Loves and enjoys her husband and three boys. Loves the beach, dancing, working in her flower gardens, reading and traveling.
JOCELYN SEEBURGER
Charlotte Chapter Leader
Coming soon...
Briana Herman
Concord Chapter Leader
My name is Briana, and I'm thrilled to share my story with you. I'm an entrepreneur, a mom, and an adventurer who loves helping people achieve their financial goals. In December 2020, I started Herman Ledge Services to provide bookkeeping and financial coaching services to small business owners. I wanted to help entrepreneurs streamline their financial operations and achieve their financial goals. My positive and compassionate approach has earned me the trust and loyalty of my clients, and I'm proud to say that my business is thriving. In March 2023, I co-founded Plan4Profit, where I focus on helping small business owners learn how to manage their finances effectively. From bookkeeping and taxes to budgeting and planning, I'm passionate about sharing my expertise to help entrepreneurs achieve financial success. Outside of work, I love spending time in nature, hiking, practicing yoga, and horseback riding. My husband and I own a farm where we have chickens, a horse named Kevin, a mule named Keira, and a few furry friends. Being a mom to my little boy is one of my greatest joys, and I feel grateful to be able to juggle motherhood and entrepreneurship. I'm committed to supporting women entrepreneurs in achieving their goals. I believe that with the right tools and support, anything is possible.
Christine Carpenter
Concord Chapter Leader
Hello my name is Christine Louise Carpenter. I am thrilled to be a WBL Chapter Leader. With 30 years experience in customer relations and sales experience. I earned a bachelors degree in Business and Hospitality from Southern New Hampshire University and an associates degree in Early Childhood Education from Lynn University in Boca Raton Florida. Born and raised in Andover Massachusetts, I have lived now in our beautiful state of New Hampshire since 1992. I am a wife to my incredible husband Jonathan and mom to our two beautiful daughters, Julianna and Sophia. Growing up with a marine father, I have always valued hard work, focus, determination, grit and never giving up! Growth is a journey of amazing experiences that have led me to where I am today. As a franchise owner with the N2 Company since 2020 under Christine Louise Publications LLC. I own and operate 2 beautiful publications- Stroll North End Manchester & BeLocal Greater Concord and The Lakes. Our mission is bringing communities together one neighborhood at a time. I love connecting people and it is my true “ superpower”! Health, wellness, education and team building in the business world has always been an important focus in my life in one way or another. As an independent consultant with a side hustle called Beautycounter. I educate consumers on safer products for themselves and their loved ones and thankful everyday for finding a company like Beautycounter that aligns with my beliefs and values. I am a firm believer that knowledge is powerful and once you are armed with important information, there is no going back. I look forward to meeting you all soon.
Monica Leger
Danvers Chapter Leader
Monica's goal is to help her clients navigate the biggest decisions in finding a place that makes them feel the comfort and contentment everyone deserves to enjoy in a home. After spending 20 years in sales and support within the financial services industry, it felt like a natural transition to work with people on the largest investment most will ever make in their lifetime…a home. A native of the Greater Boston area, Monica's family has lived in Middleton for the last several years. She and her husband have two daughters and a Shihpoo puppy. She is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts Lowell with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance. In her spare time, she enjoys crafting, planning parties and traveling. In addition to being full-time realtor, Monica is a member of the Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Board at Masconomet and the Danvers chapter leader for Women’s Business League. Each year, her family also devotes time to planning a fundraising event in support of Dana Farber cancer research which is a very personal and meaningful endeavor for us.
Camay Pascucci
Danvers Chapter VP
Camay Pascucci is a relationship manager at Coastal Capital. Her entire career has focused on advising clients with their personal financial planning needs and she loves empowering people. Camay helps individuals and families develop the confidence and discipline they need as they work toward financial independence. Upon graduating from Bentley College in 1996 with a BS in Finance, She advanced her skills and expertise with roles at BNY/Mellon, Fidelity Investments, and Scudder Investments. She went on to spend a decade at Charles Schwab & Co., first as a Financial Advisor and ultimately as a Branch Manager, overseeing several of the most successful branches. The perspective I gained from running the day-to-day business while also nurturing client relationships was invaluable. In my down time, I enjoy spending time on the beaches of the North Shore and golfing with my husband and two daughters. We recently expanded our family with the addition of Bailey, a Labradoodle pup.
Michelle Mancari Rosenberg
DC Chapter Leader
Michelle Mancari Rosenberg is a Financial Advisor in Washington, D.C. with Ameriprise Financial. Michelle grew up in a military family primarily residing in Okinawa, Japan and Fredericksburg, Virginia. She attended Virginia Tech with a major in Finance and a concentration in Financial Planning. She always knew that she wanted to help others and found that financial planning and wealth management is the perfect balance of applying technical knowledge while having great interpersonal relationships with her clients. Her number one goal is to empower individuals to make great financial decisions through comprehensive financial planning and she believes that there is no better feeling than to make her clients feel confident about their financial futures. Her professional certifications include being a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), an Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor (APMA®), and Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA®). In her free time, she loves to play competitive volleyball, enjoy the outdoors, scuba dive, and explore the city with her husband, Max.
Dr. Zykia LaRue
DC Chapter Leader
Dr. Zykia LaRue is a licensed physical therapist and owner of LaRue Health and Wellness LLC. As a physical therapist in the Washington, D.C. area, she has helped hundreds of adults 50+ years of age and older manage their pain, prevent falls, regain their strength, and get back to doing the things they love. She has advocated on behalf of Medicare-aged-adults to congress to ensure continued coverage of their vital healthcare services. As a board certified clinical specialist in geriatric physical therapy, certified personal trainer, and certified dementia practitioner, Zykia’s expertise has been featured by GoTherex and through partnerships with Visiting Angels. She is passionate about providing personalized care at LaRue Health and Wellness. She cares about each and every client like they are family and will go the extra mile to make sure they achieve their goals and optimize their health. When she is not working she enjoys playing with her golden doodle puppy Rue, doing any outdoor activity (especially hiking), loves spending time with her friends and family, and educating adults 50+ on how they can train to reach their highest potential.
JoAnn Burchuk
Dover Chapter Leader
JoAnn has almost 35 years of business experience. She graduated from Michigan State University with a BA in Materials and Logistics Management. She spent her first 10 years after graduation in Chicago working for a distribution company as a business analyst helping to design, test and train end-users on a new computer system and develop ongoing updates. JoAnn and her husband Dave began their passion project 25 years ago establishing Lighthouse Physical Therapy. Their vision to create a wellness space that nurtures and cares for each patient. Stepping outside of a traditional fast-paced environment to emphasize on one-on-one care and provide alternative hands-on manual therapy techniques for a broader-based healing alternative. Together they have been able to grow their business to two locations and 11 equally skilled manual therapy practitioners. Serving the seacoast community, they have been able to transform the lives of thousands of patients. JoAnn is very excited to launch the WBL Dover chapter with her friend Lisa Keslar. It is a great extension of their Cheers for Charity NH initiative to connect the community with the non-profit organizations doing amazing work in their area. She is looking forward to connecting women business owners and creating a vibrant and successful networking community.
Lisa Keslar
Dover Chapter Leader
Lisa has more than 30 years of professional business leadership experience. She’s always had a passion for business. She completed her first round of studies at Babson College, earning her BS with a double major in Marketing and Communications. Lisa then went on to complete an MBA in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management, also from Babson College. She’s been an entrepreneurial leader in a wide variety of organizations including start-up high-tech manufacturing and distribution organizations, fashion accessories companies, and medical accessories manufacturers She now co-owns and runs a successful, rapidly growing, and award-winning independent insurance agency located in Newmarket, NH offering home, auto, business, and life insurance solutions throughout New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts. The agency, Keslar Insurance, has built its reputation on providing a consultative approach to reviewing coverages, educating about solutions, and researching the right products for their clients. As it is always Lisa’s goal to inspire, engage, educate and collaborate, she shares her business expertise by teaching college business courses at two colleges for more than 12 years; the University of New Hampshire and Southern New Hampshire University. In addition, she serves in multiple capacities in the community, regularly participating in and volunteering at more than 13 additional local community organizations. She’s excited to work with her co-leader, JoAnn Burchuk to launch the Dover, NH WBL chapter and will focus her energy on building a robust, supportive, and successful business networking community.
Kimberly Merrill Wood
Exeter Chapter leader
I am the 4th Generation of Tobey & Merrill Insurance in Hampton where I work alongside my dad, uncle and our amazing team. We offer Business, Personal and Life Insurance for our clients in NH, ME and MA. Our Vision is to ‘Build Relationships’. I live by this everyday with my connection with clients, team, business partners and community. It is important for me to have my clients empowered to make decisions and be a true partner with me. I have found to be able to do this you start with education about coverages, policies and what is going on in our community that will affect them. I joined WBL to create the lasting relationship and have the support of my fellow business women. I can’t wait to continue to grow with being the co-leader of the Exeter NH chapter.
Jennifer Bishop
Exeter Chapter Leader
Coming soon...
Ali Lindsay
Fort Mill Chapter leader
Ali Lindsay is a Chapter Leader for the Fort Mill, SC chapter of the Women’s Business League. Ali is a Mortgage Broker at Future Home Loans, with over 7 years of Mortgage Experience including sales, management, and consulting. Ali helped lead an entire site of 250+ loan officers, supervisors, and managers prior to joining Future Home Loans. She has always worked in some capacity of sales over the last 20 years; one could say it’s in her blood. Ali graduated from Appalachian State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Marketing. Ali is currently completing her yoga teacher certification and will graduate in June 2022 as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT). Ali has a daughter, Autumn, and a wonderful partner who is very supportive of her multiple endeavors. She has lived in the Carolinas for the last 30 years but has been living in Fort Mill, SC since 2014. In her spare time, she loves to travel, practice yoga, hike, and spend time with her family and their 3 fur babies. What sets Ali apart? She is a woman in the mortgage industry – which are few and far between to come by! 🙂 She is licensed in NC, SC, GA & VA, and can make an otherwise stressful process as stress free and fun as possible! Ali is passionate in her work, which is evident in the consistent 5-star reviews received from her clients. As Future Home Loans will say, “the future is bright”, and Ali is dedicated to letting that shine through her work with the Women’s Business League.
Erin Mitchell
Fort Mill chapter Leader
Erin Mitchell is the owner of her Event Coordinating business, Events by Erin LLC. She is also the Leader of the Fort Mill, SC chapter of Women’s Business League. Erin has 15 years of Sales and Superior Customer Service Satisfaction Experience. She has held multiple mentoring positions, led many committee meetings, as well as ranked in the top 2 percent of her Medical Company’s sales force. Erin has two young sons, and a devoted husband. Their family relocated to South Carolina in 2018. They are really enjoying exploring all of the new East Coast destinations as a family. Whether you are planning a Corporate Event, Baby Shower, Birthday Celebration, or Family Milestone she would love to play a part in it! She will work with your budget and desires to help make your vision a reality! Local to the Fort Mill/Tega Cay area, but will plan into the Charlotte and surrounding areas.
Stacey Welch-Andrade
Georgetown Chapter leader
Stacey knew at an early age that she wanted to be a chef while “playing” with her Easy-Bake oven when she was seven years old. When she was eleven, Stacey wrote to Bobby Flay telling him how she twisted around one of his recipes. Three months later, she received a call from his producer asking her to come to New York City to see a taping of his show and to go to his restaurants. Stacey wanted to go but couldn’t as her family moved from Michigan to Florida where her dad became a minister of a small church. When Stacey was 14, she got her first job at Tropical Smoothie Café where she dressed as a banana and stood on the side of US 1 to bring customers inside. On her first day, she was trained on smoothies, wraps, and running the cash register. During her sophomore year of high school, Stacey got into the culinary program at her school where she competed in culinary competitions and got a job as an apprentice in a local country club. Stacey would later come back to this country club as their Executive Sous Chef. Stacey attended Johnson & Wales University in North Miami and earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts and completed two internships in Germany. She made the most of her time at Johnson & Wales, volunteering, working for the University, and helping the chef instructors on catered parties. Her last internship in Germany is where she met her husband, Victor. He was her supervisor and they worked great together. After Stacey completed her education, she moved over to Germany for one year. During this time, she worked in Pastry, loving every minute of it, and learning so many things every day. In 2009, Stacey came back to Florida and worked in a resort in Palm Beach. Victor and Stacey were married in 2010 and in 2012 they welcomed their first daughter, Isabelle. Here is where Stacey’s life was forever changed! No degree or education ever prepared her for motherhood. She knew she wanted to be a stay-at-home mom as chef life and family life don’t mix. In 2013, Stacey went back to her old high school and taught culinary arts part-time. In 2015, Stacey and her family relocated from Stuart, Florida to Haverhill, Massachusetts for her husband’s job. After they moved to Massachusetts, Stacey joined a MOPS group (Mothers of Preschoolers), and it was exactly what her girls and she needed; they had found community. She started homeschooling her girls, so they would be on her husband’s work schedule. Stacey began food-blogging as way to keep up her skills and have a tie with the industry that she loves so much. Stacey learned about food photography, SEO, and creating her website. In March 2020, her MOPS group had a local cookie artist, Cara from Cut & Iced, and fellow MOPS mom come and teach her group how to cookie decorate and Stacey was hooked! During quarantine, Stacey took class after class loving it even more! On May 16, 2020, Stacey became a licensed residential kitchen and has loved every minute of it. Stacey is so happy that she can continue to be a part of the industry that she loves in a new way. She is looking forward to an amazing year, where she would like to hold more cookie decorating workshops and cooking classes.
Cynthia Morgan
Georgetown chapter Leader
Cyndie's journey to solopreneur life isn't the typical path. For the last 30 years Cyndie has worked in the defense industry for Raytheon Company as a member of the Patriot Missile Team and wears many hats as Engineer, Quality Control and Database Administrator. Her background in this profession has made her be the organized, methodical and detailed version of herself. She is proud of her work and the direct support that is essential to the warfighter. When Cyndie bought a puppy named Nigel in 2007, she knew that she wanted to share his bright light with the world. She started an Instagram and Facebook account and she was soon on her way learning the ins and outs of everything social media and what it takes to become an influencer. She grew this account to micro-influencer status and worked with many well known brands. Everything that she learned through that experience she decided to share her tips and guidance and created her own business Cyndie's Methodical Media in the hopes to help other shine stress free. In 2021, after a visitors day to Georgetown she joined Women's Business League. Cyndie is Meta Certified in the following areas: Introduction to Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Fundamentals of Social Media Advertising, Advertising with Meta, Measure and Optimize Social Media Marketing Campaigns and Metal Social Media Marketing Capstone. Cyndie also brings 5 years of knowledge in the pet Industry as the manager of her dog Nigel as an Pet Influencer. This facet of her journey has gained her insight into the importance of community, the freedom to express yourself creatively and the ever changing landscape of influencing. Cyndie is excited to be part of the Women's Business League as a Chapter leader and to share all her strengths helping others shine in their own professions and help them be their authentic best self. In her spare time, Cyndie enjoys being in nature, gardening, she's a self-proclaimed "bird-nerd" and loves comedy. Cyndie resides in Haverhill and spends time with her husband, family and of course her Papillon Nigel.
Donna Sovie
Hooksett Chapter Leader
I founded Check & Balance Business Solutions in January 2020 to relieve the stress and frustration business owners have with managing their accounting records. Accurate financial records are vital to the growth and stability of your business. Without a skilled accountant to give you sufficient insight and data, your company could be at significant risk. Unfortunately, many business owners only realize this when it’s too late. Tired of watching businesses muddle through, I decided the best way I could serve clients is to take accounting and finance off their plate. My 20+ years of diverse accounting experience combined with my education have provided me with detailed knowledge of the accounting and operations process and how each plays a role in affecting bottom-line results. Today, my mission is to help businesses continue to be profitable and remain compliant while allowing owners to focus on growing and doting on their passions.
Jessica Provencher
Hooksett Chapter Leader
Jessica Provencher was born and raised right here in New Hampshire. She studied Psychology and Business at the University of New Hampshire, and moved to Northern California just days after graduation, where her now husband, David, was stationed with the Air Force. While in California, Jessica earned her teaching license, and through her work in schools, for a local non-profit, and with the military base, she developed her skills in listening, and working with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds. Returning to New Hampshire in 2005, Jessica continued to work in private education, applying her client focused approach to assist individuals, from children to adults, in achieving their academic goals. Always looking for new opportunities to help others make their dreams a reality, Jessica made the move to Real Estate in 2017. As an agent Jessica is passionate, dedicated, and communicative. When Jessica isn’t watching her daughter, Nadia, play volleyball, or skiing with her son, Cole, you’ll find her running with friends. She completed her first half and full marathons in 2012, and her 2nd half marathon in 2017. Jessica is also an avid reader and loves being curled up with a good book and her pets, Maggie, Odin & Lily. Jessica loves all her clients but particularly enjoys working with first time buyers as well as Veterans utilizing their VA benefits. Committed to helping her clients find their New Hampshire dream homes and making the entire process of home ownership as easy and enjoyable as possible, Jessica is grateful to be part of the amazing group of professionals at LAER Realty Partners, and is looking forward to bringing together incredible women in her role as Co-Leader of WBL’s Hooksett Chapter.
Erin Lane
Ipswich Chapter Leader
Erin is a full-time North Shore Realtor who earned “Rookie of the Year” her first year in the business. Erin brings passion, knowledge and intense attention to detail to help buyers find their dream home and sellers get the most value for the sale of their home. She provides highly personalized services to ensure each client has a seamless and successful experience. A hard worker whose dedication to professionalism and fun is top-notch – Erin stops at nothing to ensure her clients receive the best. Prior to real estate Erin earned her Bachelors Degree from Quinnipiac University and spent many years in the insurance and finance industries. In addition helping her clients with their real estate goals, Erin is a wife to Chris and mom to Barrett and Aubrey, world traveler, hostess, party planner, and friend. Her favorite days are spent on the water enjoying her Ipswich hometown beaches.
Sarah Goyette
Ipswich Chapter Leader
Sarah Goyette is the Commercial Lines Manager and Operations Manager at Leslie Ray Insurance in Beverly Massachusetts an agency that has been around since 1954. She has been in the insurance industry for 17 years and is dedicated to assisting her clients with their insurance needs. Sarah values the longstanding relationships she has with all of her clients and prides herself on her devotion to her job. She helps individuals and their families with all insurance needs from home, auto , business, life insurance and many more! Sarah holds not only a Property and Casualty Insurance license along with her Life Insurance license but also has two specialty designations and is working on another. She thoroughly enjoys advancing her expertise so that she can better serve her clients. When Sarah is not working she is enjoying time with her family and friends all of whom she cherishes. She is a wife and a mother to a 5 year old and 3 fur babies. Sarah has always been an animal lover and has a yellow lab, a German Shepard and a cat who are all part of her little family.
Sydney Zeff
Kittery Chapter Leader
Sydney Zeff is Seacoast Area native and REALTOR® licensed in both Maine and New Hampshire. She combines her background in customer service, hospitality, art and design to create the ultimate experience for her clients. Real Estate transactions are often some of the most significant events in a persons life, emotionally and financially. Sydney’s core mission is to create an experience where her clients feel educated, cared for, important and safe. Cultivating a strong lifelong friendship is quintessential to her business. Utilizing her background in design, she stages her own listings to further elevate the client experience and yield her clients top dollar when selling their home. Gift giving is one of her love languages and she’s most likely going to arrive to an appointment with flowers or cookies in hand. She also loves speaking with new agents and helping them navigate the exciting transition into their real estate career. When she isn’t helping clients find their dream home, she loves spending time with her husband and two boys, hiking, skiing, reading, enjoying the beach or listening to podcasts on business development.
Arianna Efstathiou
Kittery Chapter Leader
Arianna Efstathiou is an immigration attorney in Southern Maine. She opened her own solo practice in 2022 and is excited to serve immigrants in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. In addition to having years of experience working in the world of immigration law, Arianna personally experienced the immigration system when she married her husband and handled his immigration process from Nicaragua. She has also spent significant time in Nicaragua herself and has noticed that her clients love how well she understands their cultures and experiences. Arianna is fluent in Spanish and is raising her daughter to be bilingual. In her free time, she enjoys reading, baking, and taste-testing the Latin recipes her husband is constantly perfecting.
Sara Janes Hoag
Londonderry Chapter Leader
Sara Janes began her career in the financial services industry in 2012. She has several years of experience in Human Resources and is now an Investment Advisor Representative of Primerica Advisors. She currently holds her Series 6, 63, 26, 65 and Life & Annuities licenses, as well as a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education with a focus in Mathematics. Her office is in New Hampshire; however, she offers her Financial Wellness Workshops to the entire greater New Hampshire and Massachusetts areas. Sara Janes teaches these principles in a simple and interesting way, taking the focus off of products and placing it on fundamental strategies. Her educative approach empowers each client to reach a deeper understanding of their financial decisions, moving them past the numbers to measurable objectives and creative wealth building strategies. She enjoys teaching people how money works in their lives, and aspires to be known as someone who can help people get from where they are to where they want to be financially. She lives in New Hampshire with her husband, Tracy of 23 years and her 4 children, Kayla, Casey, Keegan and Coriann.
Amy Perez
Londonderry Chapter Leader
With 18 years of success leading businesses and nonprofits to elevate individual and organizational resilience, Amy Perez supports individuals and those who lead them, to emotional wellbeing for greater engagement, fulfillment, and results even in tough times. As a Certified Mediator and Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation, Amy Perez helps people give voice to their goals and eliminate the obstacles to achieving them - no matter what they are. Over the past 3 years, she's been able to transition over 100 people and small business owners in assisting them through breakthroughs individually and in group formats. Amy's clients report new paths of growth, increased sales and satisfaction in work, improved relationships, deeper clarity, elevated positive energy and motivation, supported with accountability and guidance. For 15 years she worked for non-profits addressing housing and public health issues, mediating difficult conversations to remove barriers and drive positive outcomes for her community. Her work was enhanced by connecting community partners for stronger and farther-reaching outcomes. In her recent role as Director of Learning at Four Seasons Sotheby’s International Realty, Amy devised a program of systems and processes training paired with business and mindset coaching to help real estate agents achieve their business goals. Now with Achieve Unite, Amy is a leader in the ACE Leadership program teaching and coaching emerging leaders how to build their own personal brand, get their voices heard and influence others to action. In her own coaching business, Amy Perez Coaching, Amy works with small business owners and entrepreneurs to look at all aspects of life to find balance, clarity, purpose, and success. As a long-time single mom, Amy coaches women to find their voice and their own path to a full and happy life. A mom and step-mom to two teen boys, Amy and her partner are enjoying their new home and spending time as social as possible with family and friends. They get out by taking convertible or motorcycle rides to enjoy what New England has to offer. When they're home they can be found having dance parties in the kitchen or watching The British Baking Show.
Nichole Addario DiModica
Lynnfield Chapter Leader
Nichole is a licensed real estate agent in Massachusetts and owner of Find Your Way Home with Nichole, specializing in first time home buying, upgrading to your forever home and downsizing when the time is right. After successful legal and business careers in Boston and Los Angeles running worldwide operations and finance for Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, she decided she wanted more. Nichole, recognizing the need for C-Level talent at the small business level without the high salary price tag, she ventured out on her own with Perfection Consulting providing marketing, operations and finance support to small businesses in need . Her entrepreneurial spirit sets her apart from the rest. Nichole has worn many professional hats and has such a broad scope of experience that clients find her to be a wealth of knowledge in so many areas that they need. She is an expert in your pocket who is meticulous about client service, sees every obstacle as an opportunity, ensures personal service and is someone who really hears what you want and need no matter where you find yourself in life!
Jill Carey
Lynnfield Chapter Leader
I'm Jill, a mortgage professional with a deep passion for problem-solving and an extensive understanding of the mortgage and finance industry. Over the years, I've had the privilege of assisting thousands of families through the home financing process, using my wealth of industry experience to structure various loans tailored to the needs of first-time homebuyers and seasoned investors alike. It's like a walk on the beach for me! What sets me apart from other loan officers is my unique blend of sales and operations expertise. This combination has provided me with comprehensive knowledge across all aspects of the mortgage and finance industry. I have an innate ability to anticipate challenges and ensure that loans have the best possible chance of success and approval. At the same time, I'm dedicated to making the entire transaction quick, smooth, and customer-oriented, always approaching it with empathy and compassion. Helping people navigate the lending process is truly my passion, and it feels like piecing together a different puzzle every time, with countless variables but the same outcome—a happy homeowner! Beyond my professional life, I'm a sun-loving, beach-going Northshore girl who enjoys the water and relaxing on the waves. Being a rescue fail mom not just once, but twice, has brought immeasurable joy to my life. Interestingly, I've lived within a two-mile radius in Ipswich my entire life, embracing the beauty of my hometown. And here's a fun fact—I've had the exhilarating experience of driving race cars and even landing a plane, all before the age of ten! While I find fulfillment in my work, I also recognize the importance of giving back to the community. That's why I actively participate in initiatives such as the Bloodmobile Blood Drive and sponsor events like the upcoming Smooches with Pooches Kissing Booth at the Ipswich Homegrown market. As a member, volunteer, and sponsor of the Newburyport Chamber, I contribute to the success of events like Sprint Fest 2023. Additionally, I'm proud to serve as the co-chair chapter leader of WBL Lynnfield, fostering a supportive network for professionals. Moreover, being a part of the Awesome Ipswich community allows me to connect with like-minded individuals. My superpower lies in problem-solving and finding things on the internet—whether it's solving complex challenges or discovering the perfect fashion piece or person. It brings me immense joy to assist others and make a positive impact in their lives. Helping individuals achieve their homeownership dreams is a gratifying experience, and I approach it with enthusiasm and dedication. For me, it's like putting together a puzzle with endless variables, but the ultimate reward is a happy homeowner!
Sarah Andrews
Manchester Chapter Leader
Sarah Andrews has 18+ years of senior management and development experience in human services and higher education. Her extensive fundraising experience includes achieving aggressive fundraising goals, organizational capacity building, annual campaigns, engagement and stewardship programs, strategic growth planning, sponsorship and promotions, grant writing, and major giving programs. Sarah serves on the PTO for her daughter’s elementary school in Manchester and personally fundraises for the March of Dimes in honor of her younger daughter who spent her first 38 days in the NICU. Along with members of her family, she oversees the George Butch Joseph Foundation in loving memory of her grandfather. Sarah is a native of Manchester, NH who enjoys strong coffee, live music and being outside. She is also a yoga instructor at Humble Warrior Power Yoga.
Elizabeth Brooks
Manchester Chapter Leader
Liz Brooks is a 30 year southern NH resident. She lives in Bedford, NH with her husband, Steve, and her 4 kids; Anthony (19), Whitney (9), Blakely (7), and Teddy (7). She attended UNHM and earned a degree in Business Administration. Liz spent 13 years in various roles at Merrill Lynch, until last November. Now, she is the proud owner of two Allstate Insurance Agencies, and is the CEO of The Brooks Insurance Agency LLC. She loves helping people, connecting and protecting the community! Liz stays very busy with her business and her family!
Beth Knaus
Mansfield Chapter Leader
I'm Beth Knaus, copywriter, brand messaging consultant, and owner of That's A Spade Copywriting Services. I love writing, and the challenge of crafting bold and clear messaging for clients that represents your voice, message, and purpose. Relatable, unique content that gets the attention of your potential clients and says why you’re the expert for them. After over three decades of entrepreneurship, service, and sales and marketing I know the power of communicating the right words to the right audience with written content that’s interesting and engaging. I love building my business side by side with other women who understand the value of community, support, and encouragement.
Kathleen Lawson
Mansfield Chapter Leader
Kathleen Lawson empowers creative entrepreneurs to step confidently into their role as the CEO of their business, moving forward in focused action toward their vision. With a focus on strategy and execution, she helps them put the structure and routines in place to successfully bring their ideas to life. Kathleen works 1:1 with clients and through her Close the Gap group program. With an MBA from Babson College, corporate experience, 20 years working for herself, and raising five boys, Kathleen is uniquely positioned to help her clients get results.
Rachel Carlino-Dangora
Marblehead Chapter Leader
Rachel Carlino-Dangora is the CEO and Founder of Make Peace with Organizing. She resides in Marblehead, Massachusetts with her husband, two children and dog, Piper. Rachel has a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Boston University and a Juris Doctorate Degree from New England School of Law. As a working mom, Rachel understands the importance of staying organized in every facet of life. Her friends dubbed her the Organizing Queen many years ago due to her ability to juggle family and the demands of a career. After practicing law for eight years, she realized her passion was helping busy people create a more organized life so they can focus on what matters like building a business or spending time enjoying family and friends. Sharing this passion became her ambition and Make Peace with Organizing was created with the mission to help others reduce day-to-day stress, increase productivity and improve quality of life. Rachel and her team of Professional Organizers are ready to help with all your organizing needs. Make Peace with Organizing services Massachusetts, Southern New Hampshire and the Lakes Region of New Hampshire.
Emily Promise
Marblehead Chapter Leader
Marblehead native, Emily Promise, CFP®, AIF®, APMA®, CRPC® serves as a financial advisor and partner at Blakely Financial, Inc. She brings a combination of education and experience to providing her clients with clarity, insight and guidance. By serving as a trusted advisor she not only manages client portfolios but also provides guidance regarding life’s major decisions. There is nothing that fulfills her more than helping a family plan the road map for their financial future or giving a business owner peace of mind in selling their practice. She has a wealth of experience and insight from working at Goldman Sachs, Commonwealth Financial Network, and Massachusetts State Treasury. Her professional certifications include being a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), an Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor (APMA®), Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF®) and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CFRP®). She also serves as a Board member for the Society of Financial Service Professionals and on Commonwealth Financial Network’s Women’s Advisor Council. In her free time, she enjoys working out, playing golf, exploring new recipes, and trying out local coffee shops and eateries.
Emily Jordan
Melrose/Wakefield Chapter Leader
Emily Jordan is a Senior Personal Lines Producer for Zellik Insurance Agency in Salem, MA. Emily specializes in personal lines of insurance, specifically; homeowners, condo, renters, auto, umbrella policies – even pet insurance, as well as other insurance products. One thing that sets Emily and Zellik Insurance apart from other agencies is the educational approach taken to the sales process. She teaches First Time Home Buyers Classes for Medford Community Housing, Community Action, North Shore Realtors Association, Lynn Housing Association and her own self planned Home Buyers Seminar, Sips with Tips. Emily is also the exclusive Insurance Agent for Tanner City Auto School where she teaches Parent Classes educating parents on what to expect when having a first-time driver in the household. Emily enjoys creating insurance content for Zellik’s social media, making insurance fun and educational. She loves to empower women to grow, strive, and lift each other up. Emily volunteers her time for the Junior League of Boston which works to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact. She also volunteers at St. George Greek Orthodox Church. Emily has a bachelor’s degree from Pace University in New York City, where she lived for 10 years. She now resides in Danvers with her husband George. When she is not working, Emily enjoys spending time with her big Greek family, trying new recipes, going out to dinner with her husband and friends and sipping on wine while cozying up with a good book.
Marika Grantham
Melrose/Wakefield Chapter Leader
Hi my name is Marika Grantham and I am the Owner of Shine MedSpa & Microblading located in downtown Wakefield. I am also “Shrink with a Bling”; since my original background is in Psychotherapy. I graduated from University with my masters in social work and spent more than 20 years in the clinical psychology and psychotherapy field. I have always had a love for art and design, and decided to make a career change and apply my love of art to the field of beauty and aesthetics. Beauty and esthetics are a form of art and I love that we have the ability to enhance what we want to celebrate; it is very transformative and exciting at the same time. At Shine, we focus on tailoring medical esthetic and beauty services to meet our client’s needs, both physically and mentally. We want our clients to Shine, and that comes from within. Our clients become our family, and we treat them that way.
Ellen Roche
Merrimack Valley Chapter Leader
Ellen Roche has been helping people finance their homes for over 30 years. She is a Loan Officer/ Branch Manager at Mortgage Network located in Haverhill MA. She has been married for the past 34 years and raised her 3 children in Haverhill. She enjoys being a grandmother to two active little boys. Ellen believes in giving back to her community that has helped her be a successful businesswoman. She currently volunteers weekly by making lunches for 411 Cares, a non profit group that delivers lunches in Haverhill to the elderly and the veterans. Ellen has always been very involved in her community volunteering for various groups and clubs. She was the 2013 recipient of the Girls Inc. Bold Woman Award.
Tricia Sabulis
Merrimack Valley Chapter Leader
With a degree in Marketing and a background in Direct Marketing, Tricia joined her family agency, A.P Michaud Insurance Agency, Inc in 2007 as the third generation to bring her marketing expertise to the agency but to also learn the insurance industry where she planned to stay and take over. She started as a receptionist and worked her way up through Customer Service, Account Management and Sales, in both Personal Lines and Commercial lines, up to her current position as Vice President. Today, Tricia is a leader in the Merrimack Valley sitting on multiple nonprofit boards including the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Professional Center for Child Development. She has received numerous awards for her community service and leadership and has been honored to receive the Merrimack Valley Magazine's Top 40 Under 40, a Lawrence YWCA Tribute to Women, Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce's Next Generation Leader Award and Women in Business Award. Personally, Tricia resides in West Newbury with her husband Mike and her two girls Hannah and Nola.
Ana Martinez
Methuen Chapter Leader
Ana Martinez is a Financial Planner assisting clients with growing and protecting their wealth and journey to retirement. CEO of Martinez Insurance & Financial Services located in Methuen MA, Ana and her team focus on Property and Casualty Insurance to complement the client’s financial plans. Hesser College graduate with bachelor’s in business administration and Associates in Psychology. Ana has been a resident of the city of Methuen for over 20 years and has a passion for helping the local community. Ana is a wife and mother to two beautiful children Giovahni and Alexa. Helping others achieve their financial goals while insuring their most precious assets is of top priority.
Jenn Duemling
Methuen Chapter Leader
Coming soon...
Marina Kowaleski
Metro-West Chapter Leader
Marina Kowaleski is a Mortgage Advisor on The Amy Slotnick Team at Fairway Independent Mortgage. With 5+ years of industry experience, Marina focuses on finding the best mortgage scenario to fit her client's financial needs and lifestyle. As a recent homebuyer herself, she loves helping first-time homebuyers understand and navigate the mortgage process. Based out of Newton, MA, Marina, and her team are licensed to help people with their home financing needs in all of New England, NJ, and FL. A graduate of the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, Marina holds a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing. She worked in various marketing roles during and post-college prior to getting her mortgage origination license. She loves putting her skills to use to help her team and business partners with their marketing, tech, and social media needs. Marina lives in Worcester with her fiancé, Kyle, and their yellow lab puppy, Rosie. In her free time, she loves exercising, cooking, traveling, and beach days.
Nicolette Mascari
Metro-West Chapter Leader
Nicolette Mascari didn't find real estate, it found her. Stints on HGTV's House Hunters and House Hunters: Where Are They Now? sparked her interest in the field, laying the groundwork for her first-hand knowledge of home renovation and sharpening her eye for spotting hidden gems in the greater Boston market. But it's her knack for deal-making, negotiating, and out-of-the-box thinking that's rapidly transformed her into one of MetroWest's demanded Realtors®. Energetic, efficient, and effective—she's executed more transactions than many agents with double her experience. With an extensive corporate background at a fast-paced Fortune 100 company, where she managed teams and supported executive-level marketing and communication strategies, Nicolette leverages a keen business sense with a wide network of area contacts. She's tapped into the latest real estate market trends, data, and analytical tools to provide the most comprehensive experience for her clients, with regular insights into off-market properties as well. And she's known for her warmth, wit, and welcoming nature that puts first-time buyers and anxious sellers at ease. A Wayland resident, Nicolette primarily works within Wayland, Sudbury, Framingham, Natick, Concord, and Lincoln, though she routinely travels anywhere her clients have an interest. She's deeply invested in the MetroWest area, passionate about supporting local businesses and grassroots movements, and is a board member and platinum sponsor of the Wayland Children and Parent Association (WCPA). A percentage of every commission goes to the educational and emotional support of her sponsor child in the Dominican Republic. Nicolette lives with her husband, two young children, and Boxer dog. Outside the office, she's often found out on the water, cooking, or entertaining.
Dr. Amanda Tracy, ND
Napa Valley Chapter Leader
Dr. Tracy has enjoyed being a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND) since 2005. Over 15 years, she helped build this award-winning wellness center and in 2021 she had an opportunity to relocate to Northern California wine country and transition her practice online. She loves helping patients with various health challenges however, her unique knowledge and passion flourishes working with women who feel their bodies are in chaos because of hormone imbalances, sleep issues, stress or anxiety. Her online practice is focused in these areas, serving women in their 40s and 50s so they can navigate hormone changes with ease. Addressing the underlying causes of symptoms related to hormone and neurotransmitter imbalances enables her patients to experience an enhanced life - being more in control of their health, feeling more balanced and energetic in their 40s and 50s than they did in their 20s and 30s! To learn more about Dr. Tracy’s new practice visit www.dramandatracy.com
Amy Fridhi
Naples Chapter Leader
Amy is a real estate agent and coach, with a home base in Naples, FL. Having spent nearly fifteen years in the field of education, she is a natural teacher and enjoys helping others learn about the home search and homebuying processes. An experienced, professional agent, Amy has gotten additional training and education including becoming a Certified Global Luxury Marketing Specialist, a Resort and Second Home Property Specialist, and an Accredited Buyers' Representative. Amy now splits her time between Greater Boston and Southwest Florida, where she services the communities of Naples, Estero, and Bonita Springs. Fluent in French, she loves traveling abroad, cooking, and learning new languages.
Claudia Cruz Sotolongo
Naples Chapter Leader
Claudia Cruz Sotolongo was born in Cuba and immigrated with her family to the United States at the age of 6. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Public Relations from the University of Miami in Miami, FL. She then went on to earn her Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Organizational Leadership from Hodges University in Naples, FL. She is a licensed Commercial REALTOR® and broker candidate as well as a candidate for the prestigious CCIM designation. She has represented tenants, landlords, investors and sellers in a myriad of commercial real estate transactions. Claudia has always enjoyed taking on leadership roles and enjoys mentoring others as well as community service. She serves with the Rotary Club of Marco Island Noontime and is the Coldwell Banker Cares Foundation representative for the Coldwell Banker Naples Fifth Avenue office. She also serves on the Naples Area Board of Realtors Community Service and Commercial committees. She is proficient in English and Spanish and conversational in Italian.
Isa Helena
Neponset Valley Chapter Leader
Isa Helena moved from Algarve, Portugal and grew up in the Boston area. She studied Communications and Marketing at Suffolk University graduating cum laude. With an extensive background in sales, management, and customer service, Isa epitomizes integrity, loyalty, and committed energy to her clients. Isa would be honored to put her real estate experience to work for you. Whether you're in the beginning of your real estate search, know exactly what you're looking for, or looking to sell you'll benefit from having a Realtor® with expertise by your side. When not assisting clients Isa enjoys spending time with her family and traveling. You can also find her practicing yoga, jogging, and snowboarding.
Lauren Perna
Neponset Valley Chapter Leader
Lauren Perna is a marketing/communications leader with over 15 years of experience. She started Lauren Perna Communications after several years of consulting in communications and marketing roles throughout the Greater Boston area. Lauren has worked across many different industries, although her specialty is working with life sciences and mission-driven organizations. Lauren is an enthusiastic storyteller that loves bringing visibility to important work and interesting people. Clients appreciate Lauren’s unique background—equal parts writer, marketer, and creator. Prior to consulting, she spent much of her career leading membership at MassBio, a trade organization that supports the life sciences industry. She is a connector and communicator at heart, which is why joining Women’s Business League as a Chapter Leader was a no-brainer. Lauren is deeply passionate about building relationships and bringing people together. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Communications and American Studies from Fordham University. She also holds a certificate from Columbia University in Digital Marketing, and she completed the Emerging Leaders Program from UMass. In her spare time, Lauren lives and dies for country music, the Patriots, and her 9-lb chihuahua/terrier, Tessie (not in that order). She and her husband, Jon, split their time between Dedham, MA and Lake Winni, NH.
Meghan Kinsey
Newburyport Chapter Leader
Meghan is owner, lead instructor, and health coach at Motivate.® Barre•Cardio•Nutrition in Amesbury, MA. She opened her business in her hometown of Newburyport in 2015 and moved to a larger space in 2020. Motivate® is truly an extension of Meghan. They are both full of humor, happiness, optimism, and hard work. Neither take themself too seriously. They both love community and relationships and truly believe that true health and wellness is a full body, mind, and soul experience. At 50 years old Meghan finally knows what she is supposed to do with her life. It is to wake up every day as joy-filled as possible and give others the tools to feel the same way. Out of the studio, Meghan has a Masters in Teaching, was a classroom teacher in Chelsea, MA, a Bradley Method® Childbirth Educator, and a former City Councillor in Newburyport. Health is such an amazing gift and she wants the world to have it. To that end, it is her greatest joy to introduce people to the healthiest versions of themself yet!
Corrin Bomberger
Newburyport CHAPTER LEADER
Corrin Bomberger, the founder and owner of Simple Organizing Solutions (SOS), specializes in professional organizing and time management for businesses and homeowners. Prior to her career in professional organizing, she gained a wealth of experience and insight from working in retail, corporate America, a small start-up in the pharmaceutical arena, and in the creative world of the Boston Design Center. Over the years Corrin has seen that everyone has a different set of circumstances. Having a comprehensive understanding of the client’s wants, needs, and personal goals enables her to offer clients a tailored solution, freeing them to focus on what is most important to them. She provides highly personalized services to ensure each client is able to relieve their most frustrating pain point(s). In 2016, Corrin created her LLC and has continued to build her business from referrals. She has built a reputation for her success in helping both companies and homeowners work more efficiently and effectively so they can achieve their professional, and financial goals. On a personal note, Corrin is honored to be nominated and accepted within the North Shore WBL Community. She is married to her best friend and favorite person! Corrin enjoys reading a good book, wine nights with the girls, boating with friends, being a tourist, (may it be overseas or visiting one of the many quaint coastal towns New England has to offer) if the town has a brewery to explore, even better! To learn more about Corrin Bomberger or to say, “Hi,” please visit www.simpleorganizingsolutions.net
LeeAnne Powers
Peabody Chapter Leader
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Evie Richards-Cashman
Peabody Chapter Leader
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Julie Webb
PA Capital Region Chapter Leader
Julie Webb is Vice President and Director of Risk Services for MPB Financial, a division of Mid Penn Bancorp. In this role, she oversees the firm’s insurance practice. Julie has over 15 years of industry experience holding various leadership positions during that time. Most recently, she was the Regional Vice President for a large insurance agency network with responsibility for the Mid-Atlantic territory. Prior to that, she managed a regional sales and service location for GEICO. Julie holds her Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation. She graduated magna cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and majors in finance and marketing. She serves as a board member for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region and enjoys volunteering as a Girl Scout Troop Leader and Classroom Teacher for Junior Achievement. She lives in Hershey with her husband (Justin), 10-year old son (Sam), 7-year old daughter (Ros), and 3-year old Goldendoodle (Lincoln). She loves traveling with her family, strength training, reading, and knitting.
Meghan Eirkson
PA Capital Region Chapter Leader
In 2019, Meg left the world of politics and law to spend more time with her young boys and rediscovered her love of sewing along the way. The combination of math and art, discipline and creativity, and the chance to show intangible love with tangible goods was the inspiration for North Hollow Threads, which Meg started in 2020. Her business is named for her favorite place in central Vermont - the North Hollow, near her family's second home. The heart of North Hollow Threads is to bring joy to the everyday and special - table linens for loud family dinners, travel bags for trips to favorite places, and heirloom quilts for forts with your cousins and snuggling your grandparents. All goods are handmade (with the assistance of a sewing machine of course) in Hershey, Pennsylvania where Meg lives with her husband and sons. Meg is proud to source her materials nearly exclusively from other small businesses run by women and their families. North Hollow Threads goods can be found on her website, www.northhollowthreads.com, and in Hershey at the Shoppe on Chocolate.
Alanna Vose
Portland Chapter Leader
I am the chapter leader of Maine's first WBL group! My networking career started during the covid 19 pandemic, when I took a position with a fintech company that focused on streamlining and automating the way medical and dental offices operated from a payment and billing standpoint (online payments, text to pay, keeping cards on file etc). I loved the idea of the product i was supporting but hated the corporate nonsense. The WBL community inspired me to walk away from a toxic corporate environment and start my own gig with plans to grow into something larger! Swipe 207 is the LLC I have started because I had so many women in my network that wanted to work with me when it came to processing credit card payments for their businesses, but I didn't have a solution that was for businesses outside of the healthcare industry. NOW!! I can help businesses of any and all sizes with their merchant services! Accepting credit card payments is an absolute necessity these days. Our clients want convenience when paying us. At Swipe 207, I act as a broker for my clients. I have access to many innovative solutions revolving around processing payments in business. Point of sale solutions, contactless payment methods such as online, storing cards on file compliantly. No matter what solution you need to collect payment at your business- I can help OR point you in the right direction. Please reach out if you or a business owner you know need another set of eyes on your current payment processing solution.
Kristen Tripp
Portland Chapter Leader
Kristen Tripp is a lifelong southern Miane resident with a passion for serving her community. Kristen graduated from the University of Southern Maine with a business finance degree, and is currently working on her Masters. Kristen is a local entrepreneur that wears many hats. She is the owner/operator of the DaVinci Experience Science and Arts Summer Day Camp head quartered in Falmouth. After working in the insurance and finance industry for the last five years, Kristen has created a life/financial coaching business called DaVinci Life Design. Kristen is very active in her church community and holds a part time job as the Christian Education Administrator at the Falmouth Congregational Church UCC. Kristen lives in Portland with her husband, dog, and chickens. When Kristen is not working on her various careers, she enjoys working in her gardens, lobstering, hiking, teaching her dog agility, and singing and playing the piano at coffee houses and for her church.
Katrina Kowalski
Portsmouth Chapter Leader
With over 15 years experience in public accounting, Katrina’s passion is working with the “every day people” that want to not only understand their taxes but want some assistance with tax planning as well. She is a Double Falcon, having received both her Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and her Master’s Degree in Accounting Information Systems from Bentley University. Katrina also has a facebook group called PowHER Up Your Financial Future which was created as a safe space for women to discuss financial issues. Along with being a co-leader of the Portsmouth, NH chapter, Katrina stays busy as a girl scout leader, treasurer for Soul Models and is also active in the Massachusetts Society of CPAs. Katrina grew up in Vermont and now lives in Stratham, NH with her husband, two daughters and yellow lab. In her downtime she loves a good book to read, her peloton and yoga.
Abby Bachman
Portsmouth Chapter Leader
As an active commercial real estate brokerage associate with Colliers International in New Hampshire and Maine, my primary focus is in office, retail and industrial sales, as well as leasing, and valuation. With my office located in downtown Portsmouth, NH my area of expertise is in Rockingham and Strafford counties New Hampshire, as well as York County in Maine. My goal is to help local and not so local businesses find their next “home” in the Seacoast community.
India Hall
Prince George's County Chapter Leader
Meet India Hall, former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) turned full-time Real Estate Professional. India was in the Corporate Accounting arena for about 23 years, some of those years overlapping with Real Estate. Now, with over 18 years of professional real estate experience, millions of dollars in residential real estate sales, and many satisfied real estate clients, India Hall, also known as The Ultimate Realtor®, has developed an expansive reputation as one of the top real estate professionals in the state of Maryland and Washington, DC. India is a graduate of George Mason University with a Bachelor of Science in Integrative Studies and Accounting. India has a Master of Science in Accounting (MSAC®) from Keller Graduate School of Management. India is an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) certified by the Center for Specialized Realtor Education, a Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE®) certified by the Real Estate Business Institute, and a Short Sales & Foreclosure Resource (SFR®) certified by the National Association of Realtors. India serves sellers, buyers, investors, and developers in residential real estate. India provides the highest level of client service and business integrity to her clients to include educating her clients and getting results. She is a master of her craft. India is also Founder & CEO of The Ultimate TEAM, a Top Producing team of innovative, full service, real estate professionals who encompass both luxury and traditional real estate sales. The Ultimate TEAM takes its clients, home buyers and home sellers, from Consultation to Post-Closing and offer a Five Star Real Estate Experience in the process. The Ultimate TEAM educates their clients so that they can make the most effective decisions for their lifestyle. India Hall and The Ultimate TEAM would love to serve you for your residential real estate needs.
Jonvoana Evans
Prince George's County Chapter Leader
Jonvoana “Von” Evans aka Life Coach Von has been passionately mentoring and life coaching for over 15 years. For 20 years, her career was focused on excelling and obtaining certs in the IT Industry, helping others successfully navigate their lives became her priority and purpose and would not be forgotten in the shadows. The appetite for inspiring transformation always tended to propel to the forefront! With her coaching, she has had countless success stories of clients learning to embrace their journey, transform their mindsets, and excel in their career and personal goals. As a Certified Life Coach, she is dedicated to empowering women, normally referring to them as “queens’, by providing the best products, services, accountability, and resources available. While taking pleasure in being a wife, a mother, a momager, multi-business owner, amongst a host of other things, she understands the importance of being F.L.Y (First Loving Yourself). Nonetheless, she is committed to instilling this one important principle into all her clients, “I can give my best when I have it to give.” In addition to her 1:1 coaching, Life Coach Von has hosted various group sessions, webinars, conferences, and retreats teaching the importance of a positive mindset and how with the power of thought, their lives can be changed. She is also the host of her new video podcast, FLY Queen FLY, while also appearing as a guest speaker on various podcasts, webinars, radio shows, virtual and in-person conferences.
Carmelina Bernazani
Readings & Wilmington Chapter Leader
Carmelina is a Personal Risk Specialist with USI Insurance Services. She has been in the Property and Casualty industry for personal lines insurance for over 20 years and has worked in service, sales, and training areas for both local and large agents, as well as a direct carrier. Carmelina’s expertise is to educate and work with clients to complete a personal risk assessment to help identify risk exposures and apply insurance and non-insurance solutions through a consultative and proactive approach. Carmelina understands many insurance markets and through her experience and expertise delivers insurance programs that best meet her client’s needs. Product knowledge includes, homeowners, renters, personal condo, auto, flood, boat, recreational vehicles, domestic workers comp and umbrella/excess liability insurance. She also has expertise in the high net worth arena understanding critical components to complex placement of insurance programs. Carmelina holds a bachelor’s from Salem State College in Business Management, she is a Certified Insurance Counselor with the National Alliance and a Chartered Private Risk Insurance Advisor. In her spare time, Carmelina enjoys spending time with her husband and children Alyssa and Christopher, as well as friends and other family members. She is very active and enjoys skiing, running, boating and golfing.
Katherine Debs
Readings & Wilmington Chapter Leader
Katherine has redefined the word “normal”. Born in Lebanon in the mid-80s, has taught her a thing or two about survival and living every moment of her life to the fullest. Her father being Lebanese and her mother American, gave her a chance to explore different sides of the world. She has since lived in Montreal and Boston. Katherine has a passion for helping others change their life. She went to school and studied International Affairs hoping to one day become a philanthropist and give back to women and children all over the world. Her passion is also to inspire people to thrive and flourish. For years Katherine struggled with various health issues, but it wasn’t till the age of 21 till she discovered healing through holistic medicine. And she vowed to spread the word so that she could inspire others to live a healthier lifestyle. When the Arbonne opportunity was presented to her, it had everything she was looking for; a way to inspire others to make healthier choices every day, to empower men and women to take action, follow their dream, and live their best life, and a way to give back to communities that were near and dear to her heart. Today she is filled with overflowing love and appreciation for all the abundance she has received. She hopes that her young daughters will one day tag along on mommy’s mission trips around the globe. She’s a mother, a wife, an entrepreneur, an inspirational leader, a mentor, and an amazing cook. And she loves every role she plays. She currently resides in Methuen, MA with her husband and daughters Zelda and Jade.
Lucie Wicker
South SHore Chapter Leader
Since 2011, Lucie has been photographing the best of the fitness, health, and wellness community in New England and beyond. As a commercial portrait photographer, she works with active brands creating authentic and compelling imagery for companies of all sizes. She has a BA in Film & Media Arts with a minor in Photojournalism from Temple University and has always enjoyed telling stories through the photos she takes. She loves connecting people and networking with other female business owners so being a member of WBL has been a perfect fit. Lucie was born and raised in Boston (JP!) and thrilled her parents by settling down in the area when her backpacking days were over (or paused - to be continued!). She has lived in Cohasset, MA on the South Shore since 2014 with her husband and two girls. When she's not taking photos, she enjoys exploring nature trails, scouting hidden gem eateries, and getting out on the water as much as possible.
Susan Tripi
Sudbury Chapter Leader
As a Women's Empowerment Coach, Susan supports women dealing with unexpected life transitions, (such as divorce, a career change, etc.) who are finding their way and shaping a new life for themselves. Susan inspires women to view challenges as opportunities to learn and grow while defining life on their terms by living in alignment with their purpose and values. With a heart for social justice, Susan’s passion is to engage in the work of advancing women's equity and opportunities, both domestically and abroad. As a former nonprofit fundraiser, executive, and leader, Susan made it her life's work to address inequality in gender bias, income, housing, education, and consumer patterns that explore the intersection of gender+ culturally constructed barriers that prevent women's advancement. Susan is THRILLED to take on the role of Chapter leader to expand the impact of the WBL in Massachusetts. Let's link arms and inspire one another to new levels of personal and professional growth.
Jessica Miller
Sudbury Chapter Leader
Jessica Miller is CEO of Jessica Miller Coaching, a money and mindset coaching company that works with highly-driven female entrepreneurs and business women who want to have it all - their time, their freedom, and a thriving business that makes consistent income, without sacrificing everything important in their life to get it (including their sanity).After a serious health crisis and the feeling that she was meant for something more, she decided to change her life drastically and walk away from a successful 16 year corporate career to start her own business coaching business. She is passionate about helping others lead their best life, own their time, find vehicles to make significant income, and to grow in ways they never thought they could.
Ashely Marbet
Tampa Chapter Leader
Ashley Marbet is a real estate professional and is licensed with a locally founded brokerage, Preferred SHORE, that serves the luxury and waterfront areas surrounding Tampa Bay. Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Ashley knows the area as a local can — finding the strengths, quirks, and charm of neighborhoods throughout Tampa. Ashley is passionate about connecting her clients with the communities that they live to build long-lasting relationships and services St. Petersburg, Tampa and Sarasota. In her free time, Ashley serves on the City of St. Petersburg, Urban Planning and Historic Preservation Commission, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee at the Pinellas Realtor Organization and Communications Committee at Women’s Council of REALTORS®.
Kristina Pearson
Tampa Chapter Leader
Infatuated with design and styling from a young age, Kristina Pearson founded Haus of Lola, a boutique interior design firm based in St. Petersburg, FL. Her services range from space planning and design boards to full design and renovations. Mainly focused on residential design and furnishings, she occasionally works with small-scale commercial projects. Pearson also offers e-design for clients throughout the country. Clean lines, bright spaces, and unique details are hallmarks you can expect to see within her designs. Kristina is excited to partner with the Women's Business League to support other female entrepreneurs throughout Tampa Bay. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, championing museums and the arts, trying new restaurants, traveling, and being a dog-mom to her Maltese, Sybil.
Callie Umenhofer
Tri-Town Chapter Leader
Callie is a full-time North Shore Realtor with a passion for navigating the complexities of real estate and making the process of buying or selling a home a positive experience for her clients. Prior to real estate, she earned her Bachelors degree in Management from Bentley University and spent many years in software & services sales. With her professional background in sales and over twelve years of personal real estate investment experience, Callie brings fierce negotiating skills, industry knowledge, attention to detail and compassion to help sellers get the most for their property and buyers find the home of their dreams. Realizing that this can be an emotional process for most, her top priority is to protect & promote her clients’ interests and provide a highly personalized service with results that all parties can feel great about. A North Shore native, raised in Topsfield, Callie has lived in Georgetown with her husband and two children for twenty years. She has enjoyed volunteering as the Preschool Parents Group President, PTA President and has led the Danvers BNI chapter. When she is not helping her clients realize their real estate goals, Callie enjoys family time, fitness, music, planning events, traveling and growing the Tri-Town Chapter of the Women’s Business League.
Valerie McCormack, Esq.
Tri-Town Chapter VP
Attorney McCormack is an Estate Planning lawyer, and started her firm in 2018. She graduated from Flagler College in 1998 and from the University of Connecticut School of Law in 2004, where she was the executive editor of the Connecticut Journal of International Law, a member of the Public Interest Law Group and the Student Trial Lawyers Association. Attorney McCormack has experience in estate planning, employment law, family law, real estate, personal injury and other civil litigation. She is admitted to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts bar, the Massachusetts Federal District Court, the Connecticut Federal District Court and the First Circuit Court of Appeals. Attorney McCormack is an active member of the Women's Bar Association and represents pro-bono clients for estate planning matters through the Women's Bar Foundation. She is also an ARAG network attorney as well as a Wealth Counsel attorney. She is the Vice President of the Tri-Town Chapter of Women's Business League, and is also a member of the Essex County Estate Planning Council, Hamilton-Wenham Mother's Club and the Friends of Cutler in Hamilton. She is also on the Finance and Advisory Committee for the Town of Hamilton.
Nikki Palladino
Virtually Elevated Chapter Leader
Nikki has been helping clients protect and preserve their assets in her position as Senior Trust & Estates Paralegal for a combined total of 25 years. Not too long ago Nikki decided to broaden her services by becoming a Real Estate Agent/Advisor, which also allows her to offer a wider range of real estate serves for those looking to buy and/or sell! Will and Trust creations along with Real Estate protection, & planning are just a few of the services she provides clients seeking proper estate, probate and real estate services. Born and raised in Winthrop by the Sea, Nikki made her way to Revere in 2004 where she resided for 17 years before recently purchasing a home in Lynnfield where she now resides with her beautiful daughter Angelina and Goldendoodle Penne. In her "free time", she enjoys gathering with family & friends, cooking, exercising and can often be found walking or running Lake Quannapowitt.
Helping people is Nikki's true passion. With Nikki's abundant legal understanding and enormous empathy she is the exact person you want on your side to assist you in achieving your estate goals. Her experience has given her the knowledge needed to understand the emotions that can be sparked from these types of estate matters and has the knowledge, poise & know-how to navigate these situations. Whether you are looking to put an estate plan in place, are personally buying/selling real estate or need assistance with a probate estate which is a more complex matter, Nikki is the next number you should dial!
Candice Hodgson
Virtually Elevated Chapter Leader
Coming soon...
Nichole Chapais
Waltham Chapter Leader
Nichole Chapais started Stargazer after an extensive and varied marketing career. She was initially working in product management and B2B sales at Comcast. From here, Nichole moved into the private sector and went to work for a local, boutique creative agency. In late 2017, life offered an opportunity, and Nichole jumped at the chance to start her agency. Stargazer Creative® opened April 1, 2018. Learn more about Nichole and the Stargazer Creative® team at StargazerCreative.com.
Rachael Pawlik
Wells Chapter Leader
Dragonfly Photography is a creative photography service that documents life's moments from the proposal to weddings to newborns to head shots to birthday parties to senior photos. I love capturing all of your life's most treasured times with a creative eye while having fun and making you feel comfortable in front of the camera. I am a firm believer in making the most out of every day you are given. Life is too short to not pursue your dreams and find your happiness. So that is what I have done. The two things I love most about my job are, getting to be a part of someone else's most intimate part of life as I document it for them to share with their family and friends. My other favorite part is when my clients become my friends or they already are! Family is everything to me! My large family uses any excuse to have a party and celebrate. So I feel right at home at weddings. Dragonfly Photography's home base is Wells, ME but services Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. If your wedding is out of the area I am always excited to travel.
Wendy Irish
Wells Chapter Leader
As the co-owner of two cafes and a full-service catering company, Wendy Irish is a successful entrepreneur in the culinary and events industry, leveraging her mixology credentials, business acumen, and sophisticated style on behalf of brides, corporations, and families from the north shore of Massachusetts to Maine’s southern coast and western foothills. The premise of the operation, appropriately named For The Love of Food and Drink, is that business success comes when you love what you do. And love it she does. Whether putting the finishing touches on the presentation of a specialty cocktail at one of her two Wells, Maine cafes or working over the course of 12-months with a bride on the wedding of her dreams, Wendy thoroughly enjoys getting to know guests and clients, with a particular knack for creating events that truly portray their personality and style -- and that have everyone delighting in customized menus that make each event (and each bite!) feel totally unique. For the Love of Food and Drink is the vision of Wendy and her now-husband and amazing cook, Bill Irish, who met in the early stages of dating and instantly knew they had to combine forces. The rest is history, as they say: The husband-wife duo has successfully expanded from a small mixology and catering company offering backyard weddings to an events planning company and two cafes that, together, employ more than a dozen people and offer a full range of services. The co-founder of her local chapter of the Women’s Business League, Wendy prides herself in collaborating with fellow business owners who also leverage what they love, and has a legacy for cultivating both mutual business partnerships and friendships through genuine connection. When Wendy is not running events with clipboard in hand, she enjoys playing in her flower garden, nurturing her house plants, basking in the sunshine -- and bringing together family and friends over (you guessed it) food and drink.
Kylee Williams
Willamette Valley Chapter Leader
People and connections are what make this world spin. Being a financial advisor allows me to truly get to know you, your family and create a financial strategy that's tailored to you. There's not a blanket plan for your future. Everyone has a different set of circumstances and by us getting to know each other we can together strategize how best to achieve your goals for now and the future. I'm supported by world-class research at home office as well as a wide array of investments at my fingertips. Much like the market, life has ups and downs. I get to partner with people for their lifetime and walk through all of these milestones. We can navigate how best to save for retirement, pay for college, weddings, grandkids or passing on a family legacy. If these are important to you, they are important to me. Let's create your path to the future together! On a personal note. I am married to my wonderful firefighter/paramedic husband, Ronnie. We have three amazing children. Caide is 20, Emery is 12 and Jett is 9. We are very active with all their daily activities, from school to sporting events, coaching and volunteering to support our local community. Our family loves being outdoors. In the summers, you can find us camping and boating as often as we possibly can. I also enjoy running, traveling and anything in the sun! I look forward to getting to know you!
Jenni Worley
Willamette Valley Chapter Leader
Jenni is a native Oregonian, raised in the Mid-Valley. She enjoyed growing up in the area and started her professional career as a real estate transaction coordinator in 2006. She is excited to bring her passion for serving the community to the home mortgage industry. Her peers will tell you that she thrives on finding solutions to big challenges. She stands ready to provide a stress-free mortgage experience utilizing her background in real estate transactions, high-level administration, and large event planning to make the complex – simple. Jenni leads with her heart through relationships. So, whether starting a family, or in need of more space, or simply wishing to invest, Jenni will ensure that your intentions are understood, and your specific needs are addressed. Then, she will leverage the full capabilities of Movement Mortgage to provide the solution that is right for you. Along with providing innovative solutions, she also enjoys spending time with her family, spa days, hiking, her hubby’s famous margaritas, and the occasional “Tough Mudder” event – mostly cheering on her husband, though she does have one under her belt! Tomorrow is important, but the good stuff is happening now. Let Jenni help you “Seize the Day!”
Amanda Banfill
Worcester Chapter Leader
Coming soon...
Monica Danaher
Worcester Chapter Leader
I’d like to give you some information about me as I believe my unique background helps shape me into a better agent. I grew up nearby in Natick, Massachusetts. I have a bachelor’s degree in business management and marketing. In addition, I hold a Massachusetts Cosmetology License as well as a Massachusetts Real Estate Salesperson License. After I graduated from college, I wasn’t immediately sure what avenue to pursue. Soon after, my passion for cosmetology led me to my first career as a hair stylist and makeup artist. Unfortunately, while I loved working side by side with my clients, I never really felt at home in the salon industry and ultimately decided to pursue other avenues that interested me. After working in the beauty industry, I sought to find a career that was more geared towards my business management and marketing training, and in my search, was lucky enough to find a position managing a childcare center. My role as assistant director allowed me to leverage my business skills, and my people skills, and gave me the flexibility to be with my own children every day. However, despite how much I enjoyed that job, I knew deep down that something was still missing, and I knew that the perfect career for me was still out there waiting. Fast-forward ten years, two kids, and one 95-pound American bulldog later, I decided we needed more space. I explored the option of selling our first home and buying something bigger but knew that I wanted to stay in our little Massachusetts town that I had grown to love so much. During this process, I sadly realized that if I was to sell, we wouldn’t be able to stay in our town, so I began exploring the options of a basement renovation to add more space to our current home. The idea of the project was so exciting to me, not just because I knew how much our family would benefit, but because of the process of designing my basement layout with the contractors lit a spark in me, and I could not wait to do the interior decorating aspect once the construction was done. This is when I had my “aha!” moment and realized that real estate was the perfect culmination of all my skills and interests that I had honed over the years, over the different career paths I explored. I truly believe that everything happens for a reason. Finally, after a journey that at times felt endless, I found my home in real estate. Since signing with RE/MAX Executive Realty in September 2020, I have learned so much about the real estate industry and I have found a wonderful support system within our franchise. RE/MAX offers so many amazing programs as a realtor, that I can utilize to ensure my clients have a successful sale and purchase of their home. In addition to helping you find and/or create your dream home; I have the resources to help you decorate, and add the perfect finishing touches, to truly make your home the most relaxing place there is. I look forward to sharing my passion with you!