Past Events

The discussion, “Cultivating Happiness Alongside Life’s Challenges,” was led by Kathleen Desloges, who introduced science-based skills and practical tools designed to help individuals build and maintain a stronger sense of emotional well-being.

The discussion was led by Saghar Darabnia, who shared practical strategies for using Facebook advertising to expand reach, connect with the right audience, and create content that drives engagement.

The discussion, “Best Accounting Software for Small Businesses,” was led by Andreea Vladescu, who walked attendees through key considerations when choosing the right systems to manage their finances effectively.

The discussion, “Whole Wealth, Whole You: Create a Year of True Abundance,” was led by Angela Wilson, who guided attendees through a broader and more meaningful perspective on wealth—one that extends beyond finances and into living a fully expressed, authentic life.

The session, “Resilience in Business and Life,” was led by Bonita McCarthy, who shared her journey and the lessons that emerged from navigating unexpected life challenges. Through her story, she highlighted how resilience is not just about pushing through difficulties, but about learning to reframe them, adapt, and uncover new opportunities along the way.

The discussion was led by Jennifer Song, who introduced attendees to the concept of regulating the body before the mind even has a chance to react. Through her session, participants were guided through a new way of understanding stress—specifically how the autonomic nervous system drives responses long before conscious thought comes into play.

The discussion, “Highlighting the Entrepreneurial Spirit of Alka Bailey,” was led by Alka Bailey, an artist known for transforming unconventional surfaces into unique works of art. Through her story and perspective, attendees were introduced to a different way of looking at opportunity—one that sees potential where others might not.

August’s Wealth Building DIVAs meeting was a powerful reminder that sometimes, the most valuable conversations happen when the space is open, flexible, and driven by the people in the room. On August 1st, 2025, women gathered at Centennial Hall inside the Burlington Public Library, Central Branch for a collaborative morning of connection, conversation, and shared …

July’s Wealth Building DIVAs meeting brought the focus back to a core skill that drives real business growth—intentional, relationship-driven networking. On July 4th, 2025, women gathered at Centennial Hall inside the Burlington Public Library, Central Branch for a morning centered on building stronger, more meaningful business connections. The energy in the room was both welcoming …

June’s Wealth Building DIVAs meeting brought focus to one of the most important—yet often avoided—areas of business and life: money. On June 6th, 2025, women gathered at Centennial Hall inside the Burlington Public Library, Central Branch for a morning centered on financial clarity, confidence, and forward planning. From the beginning, there was a sense of …