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August Leadership Lunch - Executive Council and Innovator
Please join us for lively conversation and rooftop lunch with our Innovator and Executive Council members.

Los Feliz Connect & Cultivate Happy Hour
How do you pivot? Join host Mary Poffenroth and special guest speaker Heather Wright as we explore the idea of the strategic pivot while fostering deep, engaging connections with the ladies of LA.

Investing for Impact: From Venture Capital to Philanthropy
This event will feature networking and a lively discussion of the many ways that capital can be invested to help spur healthy economic growth and cultural vibrancy alongside financial returns.

An Evening with Fierce Females hosted by The Accessory Junkie
Join us for a special evening: exclusive summer pop up, cocktails and our first Fierce Females Panel. "Your Favorite F-word". We're talking all things Fierce, Feminine, Forward, Fun and more.

Rosé, But Make It Fashion: An Exclusive Event
What could more delicious than a private fashion pop up & rosé wine tasting? This closed door, private invite-only event features Elaine Kim's fashion and Adam Zuckert's pours. Hurry, limited space.

How To Build a Brand with a Fiercely Loyal Base: Sabine Schmitt of Only Roses
Sabine brought her luxury brand from Europe to Los Angeles only a year ago. Her clients (which include the Oscars!) are just smitten. Plus, go home with a rose! #FemaleFounderSeries

Dinner Soiree - Executive & Innovators Only
Who does not want to end the day with great food, fabulous conversation and exquisite company?

Downtown Women's Center Toast
Join Downtown Women’s Center for a night of festivities benefiting homeless women on skid row. This event features exciting entertainment, delicious libations and tasty bites, and more.
She Warrior Confidence
We've teamed up with the ladies of Quilt and Jenn Cassetta will be teaching - She Warrior Confidence Workshop for the first time ever in person and it's going to be a blast!

Essential Oils 101
Essential oils have been used for thousands of years to support us Mind Body Spirit Emotions! Join me for a free interactive class & find out how mother nature's gifts might support you & your family

DTLA Coffee Connection
This special DTLA Coffee Connection will include a talk by Toni Purry, author of The Hype Book. Enjoy networking with likeminded women and breakfast bites and coffee courtesy of the Omni.

Write Your Heart Open
A Journaling and Meditation Workshop

Get Your Publishing Game Plan in Place!
Want to write a nonfiction book but not sure how to go about it? Come to this inspiring session for advice from a panel of published authors. One lucky attendee will win a free publishing consult!

Santa Monica Happy Hour for Innovators and Executive Council
Come meet and network with other active women leaders in Los Angeles!

West Hollywood Coffee Connection
There's a whole latte to like about our morning coffee meet ups in West Hollywood. Verve on Melrose provides the perfect backdrop, we'll supply a complimentary coffee, you bring the biz cards!

Fierce Feminine Leader: Discover the Power of Feminine Intelligence
Join us for a conversation on the ways High Achieving Women Leaders are more performant, influential and powerful when owning not only their fierce masculine energy within, but also their Femininity.

Century City Leadership Lunch - Executive Council and Innovator
What is now known as an intimate circle of powerhouses who gather to create meaningful conversations while networking with authenticity, presence & passion. This event is facilitated by Tatiana Dudyez

Innovation Connect & Cultivate in Los Feliz
Join your host Mary Poffenroth at HOME’s The Guest House in Los Feliz to create new connections, cultivate budding collaborations, and celebrate the arrival of spring!

Marketing Blast Off Workshop - Effective Marketing Strategies Made Simple
Has the ROI on your marketing plateaued? Ready to have a strategic and systemized approach to your marketing? Then join me for The Marketing Blast Off Workshop! - FREE for Ellevate members

Essential Oils 101
Essential oils have been used for thousands of years to support us Mind Body Spirit Emotions! Join me for a free interactive class & find out how mother nature's gifts might support you & your family

Money Mindfulness: How to Create a Financially Healthy Life
Strategies to attract wealth by overcoming self-limitations, negotiating, unlocking your potential, and becoming financially empowered.

RBG Documentary Screening + Panel
Ellevate and SameSide are partnering to host a private screening of the Academy Award nominated documentary, RBG, in honor of Women's History Month with an exciting panel discussion to follow.

Marketing Blast Off Workshop
Women in business - Let's make it happen! Join our mission to bring real change to the way we run our businesses by believing in ourselves and creating marketing that speaks to hearts of our customers

March Leadership Lunch
Enjoy deeper, more meaningful connections with your Executive Council and Innovator peers at our March Leadership Luncheon.

Road to Success: Raising Capital for your Business
You won't want to miss this very special Ellevate LA panel addressing topics of interest to business owners of companies at all stages of growth.

DTLA Coffee Connection
This special DTLA Coffee Connection will include a talk by Jen Proctor, Cultivated Entertainment on "Knowing when it's time to take the leap." Enjoy breakfast bites and coffee courtesy of the Omni.

Galentines @ Neuehouse with Amnesty International on February 14
Ready to flip the script on V-Day? No matter what your romantic status, Valentine’s Day can be full of anxiety & shame. Let’s change that by empowering global women, together!

Love Yourself, Love Your Life
Join The Riveter and Project 925 for a night to recharge your self-love battery - we're celebrating women and motivating each other to live our best lives!

Mimosa Madness Charity Benefit
A benefit brunch to support The Amanda Foundation, helping rescue animals of Southern California at the iconic Craig's of West Hollywood.

February Leadership Lunch
Enjoy deeper, more meaningful connections with your Executive Council and Innovator peers at our February Leadership Luncheon.