Cathy Kuzel
A dynamic speaker, author and business expert with a deep knowledge of the art of human connections, Cathy Kuzel has been supporting ambitious entrepreneurs for more than 30 years. As the Connected Woman, a business consultant and coach, Cathy finds great personal fulfilment in helping others succeed. Combining proven tools with focused coaching and “no […]
Fiona Forestell
FIONA FORESTELL Fiona was born and raised in South Africa. After her family moved back to Scotland, she continued her higher education there before travelling the world. She joined the British Army in 1992, serving in the Royal Corps of Signals and specializing as a physical training instructor. She left the military to start a […]
TLakey
Tina Lakey is a proud member of the Haida Nation currently residing in the Fraser Valley with her husband, grandson and niece. Tina has faced many obstacles in her life yet continues to strive to make our communities a better place for all. Rooted in traditional teachings Tina works in the school district uplifting indigenous […]
SLittle
Shannon Little graduated with honours with two degrees from the University of British Columbia in 2000, and became a high school teacher that same year. Following a life altering health condition in 2003, she pursued many other passions through years of volunteer work, and has continued to accomplish her dreams. In 2021, she self-published on […]
SDay
Samantha grew up in the Okanagan (Oyama is the best!) and resides there with her husband and 2 children, exploring the many exciting and beautiful locations in the valley. Samantha’s parents had film cameras that came on all their family adventures, camping road trips, canoeing, scout camps and everyday life. She is now the keeper […]
MBond
Michelle Bond’s chapter in When Women Talk shares her powerful journey of buying her first piece of real estate with just 97 cents down. Overcoming immense personal challenges, including being kicked out of school after a tragic event, Michelle’s story is a testament to perseverance, creativity, and self-belief. With a background in theatre, hotel sales, […]
KMcLaren
Kimberly was born and raised in North Vancouver and now lives in the beautiful Fraser Valley of British Columbia. She has 2 adult children and her best friend and sidekick – a beautiful malamute/husky named Skye. Her whole life, she has always had a connection and deep love for all animals and nature and life […]
JGill
Jaz Gill is an award-winning writer, poet, lyricist, music and movie producer. She loves to collaborate with others to share creative talents. In 2014, Jaz became a published poet, and since then, has been featured in numerous anthologies worldwide. In 2017 Jaz published True Grace, her first solo poetry book co-authored by artist Rita Koivunen. […]
GBest
Gina Best is a serial entrepreneur and a maverick mentor with a penchant for pushing people’s buttons and compelling business owners to deal with their personal shit so they can attack their businesses with passion and authenticity. Gina owns one of BC’s largest mortgage brokerages, runs her own business building workshops, mentors entrepreneurs, speaks to […]
CBHenry
Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Christine was happily raised in a very creative family. As a mother of three talented sons, she settled into a 30 year career as a Visual Presentation Display Artist and entrepreneur in Special Events Decor. Christine is also a proud grandmother of six talented and creative grandchildren who constantly inspire her to […]