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Own Your Worth:

Self-Promotion for Your Business

Sherri Leopold of Option Creators, publisher of WOW Warrior Magazine, and producer of WOW Warrior Network TV Show, spoke to us on August 13 about having the courage to show up as our authentic selves to promote our businesses. We learned to keep a "brag file" to remind ourselves of our accomplishments, and that we owe it to our potential customers to speak up about the results we can produce for them and the changes we can bring to their lives. If you missed it, check Sherri out at sherrileopold.com!

The Paulette Bird and Allison Novak Business Grant Nomination Period is Coming Soon!

Beginning September 1, you may nominate any member (including yourself!) for a Paulette Bird and Allison Novak business grant. Nominations are limited to members in good standing, with dues current, for at least 1 year. Three grants are awarded annually. Grants will be awarded at our November 12 social.

WE-CI Awards 2025

We had an amazing time at our Summer Social & Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, July 9!

It was a joy to come together, celebrate, and recognize some of the incredible individuals and businesses making an impact in our community.

Congratulations to our 2025 Award Winners!

Hall of Fame: Debbie Ringer – KEB, Ringer Farms

New & Emerging: Kylie Miller – Medicare Agent

Most Innovative: Rebecca Fulk – Florempower

Community Champion: Alyssa Furling – Fresh Fit Subs

WECI Warrior: Elissa GolbergBelle – It’s a Wrap Gifts & Promotions (not pictured)

Thank you to everyone who joined us and continues to uplift, empower, and shine alongside us!

WE-CI Members: Let's Complete Our Directory!

The WE-CI Board encourages all members to update their directory profiles. This includes uploading a headshot (if you have one you love!) and making sure your contact information is current. A complete directory helps us connect, collaborate, and refer one another more effectively.

Looking ahead, we plan to create a printed directory for easy reference and member referrals—so the more complete your profile, the better!

Need a headshot? WE-CI member Tabitha Bock Photography is offering professional headshots for just $50 between July 7-25. To schedule your session, please contact Tabitha directly. Once you have your photo, don’t forget to upload it to your profile.

Thank you, Tabitha, for supporting our members!

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