Salida Chamber Calendar

Click HERE to Register! WE Gather 2025 Monthly Series Intent/Scope: Join us for the WE Gather 2025 Series, a transformative monthly event crafted by women, for women. Our series spans eight months, each featuring a three-hour session designed to amplify Purpose, People, and Profit, driving both business and personal growth. Why Attend? Expert Insights and Practical Workshops: Each session blends expert advice with practical exercises in leadership, financial management, and personal well-being. HerStory Features: Learn from the success stories of local women entrepreneurs. Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers during dedicated meet-and-greet times and enjoy morning snacks and midday breaks included with your registration. Special Expos: Attend special afternoon expos focusing on funding (May), holistic health services (June), and a showcase of women-owned businesses selling their products and services (September). What Will You Gain? Actionable insights and tools to empower your business endeavors. Clear steps and processes to apply immediately to your business or personal goals. Series Schedule: January 30, 2025: WE Gather with PURPOSE February 27, 2025: WE Gather with PROFIT March 27, 2025: WE Gather with TECHNOLOGY April 24, 2025: WE Gather with REINVENTION May 22, 2025: WE Gather with FUNDING + Expo June 12, 2025: WE Gather with WHOLE HEALTH + Expo August 21, 2025: WE Gather with COURAGEOUS RESILIENCE September 25, 2025: WE Gather with THE CREATIVE PIVOT + Expo WE Gather empowers you to thrive both professionally and personally, fostering significant economic impact and community transformation in rural Colorado. Supported by ongoing consulting from the Central Mountain SBDC, this series is more than an event—it’s a vibrant community merging strategic clarity with digital advancements to inspire transformative change. Ready to transform? Join us for one or all of these interactive and rewarding sessions. August 17, 2025 - WE Gather with COURAGEOUS RESILIENCE- Part 7 of the 2025 WE Gather Series Description: In the demanding landscape of rural entrepreneurship, women often face unique challenges—ranging from isolation to limited resources. "Courageous Resilience: Empowering Rural Women Entrepreneurs" is a transformative workshop designed to equip you with the tools to navigate these challenges with confidence, emotional intelligence, and mindfulness. This workshop will guide you through the powerful intersection of resilience, vulnerability, and mindfulness. You’ll learn how to embrace vulnerability as a strength, build emotional and mental resilience, and practice mindfulness to stay grounded and focused in your business and personal life. Whether you're launching a new venture or sustaining an existing one, this workshop will provide you with actionable strategies to lead with authenticity, connect deeply with your purpose, and build a supportive network of like-minded women. Why Attend: - Gain tools to manage stress and build emotional resilience. - Enhance decision-making and leadership through mindfulness. - Embrace vulnerability as a strength to drive personal and business growth. - Connect with a community of like-minded rural women entrepreneurs. Workshop Outline: 1. Introduction: Setting the Stage for Courageous Resilience Welcome and Icebreaker: Introduce participants and set a relaxed, open atmosphere. Share the workshop's objectives and the importance of resilience in the context of rural entrepreneurship. 2. Embracing Vulnerability as a Strength - Understanding Vulnerability: Explore Brené Brown’s research on vulnerability and its role in building trust, innovation, and resilience. - Interactive Exercise: Participants will identify areas where they can embrace vulnerability in their business and life, sharing insights in small groups ...

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