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These women are bold and brave.

They believed they could do something,
and hell yeah, they did!


We are honored to have dynamic speakers with us for
the NH Conference for Women on November 1st!
Visit the Conference Overview
page for specifics, registration prices, etc.

Truth Bombs About Forgiveness, Life and Self-Love
KATHY BUCKLEY

We all have excuses we can use for why we feel sorry for ourselves or hide from the world – pain in our lives that we feel is holding us back. Kathy Buckley certainly had more than most. The comedian, who has been deaf since she was a baby, will share what it is like growing up being hearing impaired (and her recovery from a near-fatal accident), along with fighting and beating cancer that helped her find the humor in life. She turned the darkness into laughter.

Kathy will also share the true meaning of forgiveness and how it can set you free. Holding onto discontent, and holding grudges against others does not hurt those you will not forgive. It hurts you.  Forgiveness is a gift that will free you from the burdens that go along with holding onto, and reliving, bad things that have happened to you.  Through Kathy’s humor and perspective on life, self-love and forgiveness, you will walk away with a greater understanding of the power of your words, your belief system and the choices you make. You will learn how to love, honor and respect yourself – appreciating you for you, knowing all you need is within you.

ABOUT KATHY BUCKLEY


Kathy Buckley, known as America’s #1 deaf comedienne will have you laughing and crying as you experience the amazing story of her life. You would have seen her PBS special NO LABELS, NO LIMITS! HBO Special, Tonight Show, Touched by an Angel, Entertainment Tonight, Good Morning America, The Howard Stern Show, E! Entertainment Television Special, The World’s Most Intriguing Women and that’s just to name a few.

KATHY BUCKLEY

She has been featured in various national magazines including People as one of the most touching stories. Kathy has performed both at the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall and won the Ovation award for her one woman show “Don’t Buck With Me.” She is a sought after motivational speaker and inspired people around the world! Kathy has also been recognized by the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army for outstanding efforts toward disability employment awareness, and is a key motivational speaker for Anthony Robbins’ Life Mastery Classes.

Whether performing in a comedy club, guest staring on television, speaking publicly, teaching at camps, or appearing in any number of other settings, Kathy Buckley bears her message that anything can be achieved when the heart and the mind work together. She serves as the national spokesperson for the non-profit organization, “No Limits for Deaf Children” a nationwide theater group, and after school program for low-income families. For further information on Kathy Buckley, visit her website at www.kathybuckley.com


Restore, Reshape and Reclaim Your True Self
KIM COLES

This presentation is a refreshing and candid approach to reclaiming your true self. Kim Coles peels back the layers of fame and shares how even as an actress, comedian and author, she too has had her fair share of challenging life moments. Revealing that the public view of Hollywood isn’t always reality, Kim leads attendees in a conversation around overcoming challenges.

ABOUT KIM COLES
KIM COLES

As a beloved multifaceted actress, comedienne, author and speaker, Kim Coles has delighted audiences all over the world for over 32 years including ground-breaking shows like In Living Color and Living Single. A sought after online academy teacher and intuitive strategic coach, Kim also guides women on the incredible healing journey Broadcasting their Brilliance by telling and leveraging their own authentic stories to inspire others to learn, laugh and leave their own powerful legacy. Her 3rd book “Open Your G.I.F.T.S” is an Amazon Bestseller. Kim resides in Los Angeles. For further information on Kim Coles, visit her website at www.kimcoles.tv


Celebrating the Too Much Woman
GINA HATZIS

These are revolutionary times! In a world seeped in Not Enough-ness, there runs a parallel and opposing storyline that is not being discussed, yet it is just as destructive in keeping a woman small. This is the untold story of the Too Much Woman. Too intense. Too sensitive. Too emotional. Too passionate. Too driven. Too smart. Too sensual. Too needy. Too ambitious. Too dramatic. Too honest. Too pretty. Too wild. Too successful.

The Too Much Woman is forced to cram the Bigness of who she is into a tight box of predictability and stability. Her bright sparkle must be dimmed. Her radiance must be kept in check. Celebrating the Too Much Woman is about boldly embracing all that we are and harnessing our innate gifts to make the greatest impact on the world. 

ABOUT GINA HATZIS


A recovering journalist, Gina has spent the past 25 years as an International Corporate and Public Speaker, specializing in soulful leadership, stellar communication and epic empowerment. She’s also a blogger, a writer, a spoken word artist and the host of her show Spiritual G Spot, broadcasting in over 70 countries worldwide.

Gina has two viral videos amassing over 40 million views, and is currently on a global tour as the spearhead and Visionary for the Too Much Woman Movement, a platform for women shine fully in their glory.

GINA HATZIS

She recently shared the stage with Elizabeth Gilbert, Lisa Nichols, Glennon Doyle Dr. Christiane Northrup and Laverne Cox at the International Women’s Summit, proudly celebrating the Rise of the Feminine! When she’s not speaking, writing, dancing or singing carpool karaoke, she is mothering her amazing teenagers trying to convince them she is still dope. Her first book, Celebrating the Too Much Woman is hot off the press! For more information on Gina Hatzis, visit her website at www.GinaHatzis.com


Mindful Mingling
SHERRY DUTRA and MEGAN HUDSON

Gain insights and practical tips on what networking REALLY is and how to tap into its power in a way that feels comfortable and authentic. This will set the stage for the day and help you maximize your time at the Conference.

ABOUT SHERRY DUTRA and MEGAN HUDSON

Sherry is a lifelong New Englander and has called New Hampshire her home since 1985. She is an executive coach and facilitator, with over 25 years of leadership development experience, who is passionate about partnering with corporate leaders in small to mid-size businesses. She works with them to accelerate business results and team performance, navigate their career path, and transition into retirement with ease. Networking, at its heart, is about relationships and Sherry enjoys getting to know people and building connections. For fun, Sherry enjoys hiking and snowshoeing with her partner, David, as well as reading, exercising and playing the piano.

SHERRY DUTRA
MEGAN HUDSON

Megan moved to New Hampshire from the south with her partner Donna in 2010. She has a passion for networking that she is currently converting into a book through the Moutainview Low-Residency MFA in Non-Fiction at SNHU.  She has over 30 years of hospitality, operational and customer service experience. In addition, 10 years of volunteer leadership.  When she is not networking or writing, she enjoys reading, travel, baking and game night. 


The Anatomy of a Leaky Woman
LANI VOIVOD

Blood, Sweat, Tears…and Urine?  Not only is this a terrible name for a rock band, it’s also a short list of the many liquids pouring out of women’s bodies – sometimes all at once! – during pivotal points of their heroic journeys. Join Lani Voivod during this post-lunch energy-boosting “anatomy” lesson designed to help us all love and laugh at the fluids that drench and define women’s lives.

ABOUT LANI VOIVOD
LANI VOIVOD

Lani Voivod is a writer, certified  yoga teacher, Reiki Master, business owner, professional muse and member of Women Inspiring Women. She is co-founder of the annual Live in Love Retreat, and has authored three collaborative books inspired by the Retreat: Live in Love Playbook, Live in Love Fatebook, and Live in Love Growbook. Lani lives and loves in NH’s beautiful Lakes Region with her husband Allen, their two sons, two cats, and one sweet li’l dog.


Live Out Loud
EMILY CLEMENT

Enough is enough. It’s time to create a life with more value than volume. Let’s identify the toxic thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are keeping you small and stuck – the people pleasing, overwhelm and fear. When you let go you’ll create time and space for powerful new opportunities, adventures and connections. Your time is NOW. Step into your power and own it! 

ABOUT EMILY CLEMENT

Emily is a soul-searching joy-creator with a raw passion for helping others to shine! She earned a teaching certificate and B.A. in psychology from Wheaton College and a M.Ed in counseling from Plymouth State. She has taught and traveled all over the planet – from Alaska to Istanbul, and the USVI to the Czech Republic. Emily is the founder and facilitator of Midlife Redefine, a membership community for women at a pivot point – it is her favorite place to gather and grow. As a certified coach, Emily has integrated her favorite elements from every professional position- teaching, counseling, speaking, meeting new people and affecting positive change. She is also a member of Women Inspiring Women.

EMILY CLEMENT

Unleash Your Passion for Life: Live with Joy, Pleasure and Laughter
LESLIE STURGEON

The journey from a shy 22-year-old entrepreneur to a sassy 52-year-old leader has had many twists and turns.  Be inspired by your host, Leslie Sturgeon, Founder and Visionary of Women Inspiring Women, who will weave her story and advice throughout the day to help you unleash your passion to create one badass life! Her infectious enthusiasm, can-do spirit and life experiences will help to ignite your soul and inspire you to elevate your life. She has “walked the walk” and lived to tell about it!

ABOUT LESLIE STURGEON
LESLIE STURGEON

What started out as a creative spark by Women Inspiring Women Founder Leslie Sturgeon, grew into the largest organization in New Hampshire for women’s empowerment, personal development, business resources, networking and fun! Since starting her first business in the Lakes Region of NH in 1989 at the age of 22, Leslie surrounded herself with other professionals to discuss business, career success, life/work balance, dreaming big, challenges, opportunities and personal growth.

Because of her appreciation for the difference women can make in one another’s lives, she had a desire to create an organization where other people could experience on a regular basis what had been so influential in her life. After the launch of WIW in Meredith in May 2007, the organization grew rapidly and expanded to Concord, Southern NH and the Seacoast all within 3 years.

Leslie has been hailed as one of New Hampshire’s “Outstanding Women in Business” by New Hampshire’s largest business publication – the NH Business Review, as a Women in Business Champion by the NH Small Business Administration and received two Gubernatorial citations from Governor John Lynch. 

Leslie puts her enthusiasm, zest for life, warm personality and accepting spirit into each and every event and program, making sure that no detail is left undone. Her greatest joy in life is helping others to achieve their dreams through bold action, realize their unique qualities and encouraging them to reach for the stars. She is also a crazy dog lover, a huge fan of the Granite State (a native of the 603!), enjoys good coffee and conversation, likes to laugh until she snorts and believes in “keeping it real – all the time.” Leslie considers herself authentically and perfectly “imperfect.”


Visit the Conference Overview
page for specifics, registration prices, etc.