February’s Wealth Building DIVAs meeting delivered exactly what ambitious women are looking for—real connections, practical strategies, and conversations that spark action.
On February 7th, a dynamic group of women gathered at Centennial Hall inside the Burlington Public Library, Central Branch for a morning that blended networking with real-world business insight. From the very beginning, the energy in the room was focused and intentional, with attendees ready to not just connect—but to grow.
The featured discussion, “How to Use LinkedIn More Effectively to Grow Your Network and Increase Your Opportunities in Business,” was led by Suzanne Zandbergen. The conversation quickly moved beyond surface-level tips and into meaningful, actionable strategies that attendees could immediately apply to elevate their visibility and strengthen their professional presence.
What stood out most was how engaged the room became. Women shared their own experiences, asked thoughtful questions, and walked away with a clearer understanding of how to use LinkedIn as a true business-building tool—not just a platform to “be on,” but one to actively leverage.
By the time the session transitioned into open networking, the conversations had already deepened. Connections felt more intentional, follow-ups more likely, and the overall experience more impactful.
This wasn’t just another networking event—it was a room full of women making smarter moves in their business. If you missed it, you missed strategies that could have shifted how you show up and grow.
Guest Discussion Leader
Suzanne Zandbergen, Founder of The Generator and Hamilton Fempreneurs
Suzanne Zandbergen is the founder of The Generator, a well-established social media marketing agency known for helping businesses build engaged and responsive audiences.
With over 20 years of experience in advertising, writing, sales, and social media marketing, she brings a deep understanding of what it takes to create messaging and campaigns that truly connect. Her expertise lies in turning online presence into meaningful engagement that supports real business growth.
In 2015, Suzanne co-founded Hamilton Fempreneurs, a thriving community of women entrepreneurs that has grown to over 7,700 members. Through both her agency work and community leadership, she continues to support and empower women in business to expand their reach, build strong networks, and create new opportunities.
Sponsors
A heartfelt thank you to the sponsors who continue to support and elevate the Wealth Building DIVAs experience.
Your contributions help create an environment where meaningful conversations happen, connections are formed, and women are empowered to grow their businesses with confidence. Your support plays an important role in making each event not just successful—but impactful. Thank you to the following sponsors:
- Autumn Crawford, Owner
- Bonita Rae McCarthy, Barter Coach/ Author /Website Developer /BETA tester for VOGON
- Natalie-Jean Vancardo, Real estate Broker, Team Lead and Podcast host
- Juanita Heidebrecht, Your Mortgage Lady!
Attendees had the opportunity to take home a thoughtful and comforting door prize—loose leaf tea, generously donated by Suzanne Zandbergen. A simple but meaningful gift, perfect for slowing down and reflecting after a morning of powerful conversation and connection.
Stay Connected
The conversations don’t stop when the meeting ends—and neither should your opportunity to be part of them.
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