We understand that no two businesses are the same, which is why we’ve carefully curated a four-tiered sponsorship model that reflects the diverse and dynamic makeup of our Network.
Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur, a nonprofit, a small business in growth mode, or a well-established organization looking to give back and gain visibility, there is a tier designed specifically for where you are and where you’re going.
Each level offers thoughtful recognition, strategic visibility, and meaningful community alignment, ensuring your investment feels impactful, intentional, and rooted in purpose.
Join us as a Founding Sponsor and take your place in shaping the future of women in business across Southeastern Connecticut. Let your name be part of the story we tell next.
See levels below, click register and choose your sponsorship level. Deadline to enroll is June 20, 2025.
Mastermind Zoom Open House June 11 and Enrollment for 3rd Series July-Sept. 2025
Have you thought about joining Mastermind?
• Click box to register for Zoom Open House June 11 at 2pm. You will receive zoom link in your confirmation email. • Enroll for Q3 Mastermind series in July via Zoom. Use link below to fill out form. Enrollment form: SECTWN Mastermind Application 2025
Mastermind meetings are free to attend, as a benefit of Network membership. Please see overview and timeline below.
Questions, contact Heidi Gruss at heidigruss@yahoo.com.
2025 Mastermind Sessions OverviewStarting in 2025, the Southeastern Women’s Network will host four exclusive 3-month Mastermind sessions annually, tailored to help members connect, strategize, and thrive. Here’s what you need to know:
Installation of Officers and Board Members, and Presentation of Annual Awards
Be sure to join Us Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 11:30 am for our monthly luncheon Program at Langley's Restaurant at Great Neck Country Club, $25 for pre-registrations, and $30 for late registrations and walk-ins includes gratuity and tax. Pre-registration is encouraged. Be with us as we thank our current Board of Directors and install our Leadership Team for 2025-2026 and present our annual awards. This is always a fun luncheon and a great time to network!
*Registration closes at 9am on the Monday before the luncheon. * Remember to bring cash for the 50/50. Your fun ticket purchase at lunch on Wednesday, funds our Network operations, community and charitable engagement activities, and our scholarships! $1 each ticket, no limit. * Member Benefit: Members (only) may place their business info on the Members Info Table.
Network@Night (N@N) – Stonington Natural Health Center – Hosted by Megan Marco We'll be having a super time... Thursday, June 19, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pm at our Nework@Night at Stonington Natural Health Center, 107 Wilcox Road Suite 103, Stonington, CT 06378. Register and pay online, $10 per person, or cash at the door. Join us and learn why Dr. Megan Marco tells us, "Acupuncture is good for everyone! Connect with the Healing Zone so you can heal and stay healthy." The non Profit that will benefit is American Society of Acupuncturists
If you are interested in hosting your own Network @ Night event? Click this link to submit a Host Application Google Form.
Coffee & Connections – Filomena's Restaurant, Waterford, CT Start your day with us...Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 8:45-9:45 am at our Coffee & Connections, at Filomena's Restaurant, 262 Boston Post Road, Waterford, CT. $5 – pay online or at the door, registration optional, coffee included, pay for your own food. You're invited to an informal gathering to exchange information and leverage your contacts in a relaxed setting! Bring your business cards, flyers and QR codes to exchange. Looking to network without all the formality? Join us for an hour! Coffee, tea and conversation await! Questions Email gina@ginajohnson.co or mwganotti@alz.org
Housing in Southeastern Connecticut — Tricia Cunningham and Beth Sabilia
Be sure to join Us Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 11:30 am for our monthly luncheon Program at Langley's Restaurant at Great Neck Country Club, $25 for member pre-registrations, $30 for non-member pre-registrations, and $35 for late registrations and walk-ins includes gratuity and tax. Please note price change. Pre-registration is encouraged. Housing and Resources for Families Housing issues are impacting every corner of our community and affecting families from all backgrounds. Stable, affordable housing is essential to individual and family well-being, yet many are facing rising costs, limited availability, and barriers that put them at risk of housing insecurity or homelessness. In this presentation, we invite you to explore with us the current state of housing in our community. We’ll examine key challenges, including the affordability crisis, the growing number of families experiencing instability, and disparities in access to safe, sustainable housing—particularly among vulnerable populations. We will also highlight the resources available to support families in need, as well as the critical role community organizations and advocacy groups play in bridging the gaps. Housing affects us all. As more community members understand the challenges we face, we hope to inspire a broader network of advocates dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to safe and stable housing.
Tricia Cunningham is a dedicated nonprofit professional with deep roots in the community and a passion for service. She currently serves as the Executive Director of Always Home, a local nonprofit committed to preventing family homelessness. With more than two decades of leadership experience in the nonprofit sector, Tricia’s career includes serving as President of the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce and holding key roles at Fairview and the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Her work has consistently focused on strengthening community connections and advancing meaningful causes. Tricia remains actively involved in both regional and statewide initiatives. She serves on the boards of the Rotary Club of Mystic and the Terri Brodeur Breast Cancer Foundation. She is also a member of the Eastern Coordinated Access Network (ECAN) Steering and Executive Committees and represents ECAN on the Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness Policy and Advocacy Committee. She holds a degree in Philosophy from the University of Rhode Island. In 2024, she was named a Paul Harris Fellow by the Rotary Club of Mystic, and she is also a past recipient of the ATHENA Leadership Award, presented by the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce, in recognition of her leadership and commitment to community service. Tricia lives in North Stonington with her husband, Keith. She is the proud mother of two adult daughters and one school-age son, and a devoted grandmother to four grandchildren who continue to inspire and ground her. Beth Sabilia is the Director of the Center for Eastern Connecticut Center for Housing Opportunity. Beth is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts and Suffolk University Law School. She was in the private practice of law for more than 26 years, all in New London. Beth most recently served as a Selectwoman for the Town of Waterford, (a two-term member of the Waterford Representative Town Meeting), and served as a member of the town’s Board of Finance. Beth acted for two terms as the Mayor of the City of New London and a six-term member of the City Council, where she chaired the Economic Development Committee for more than four years. She was the liaison to the Redevelopment Commission and the Planning & Zoning Commission. Beth also served on the New London Board of Education, acting as its Vice-President and President, and a former Commissioner of the New London Housing Authority. Her numerous volunteer activities include acting as the former President of the Board of Trustees of the Bulkeley School Fund, as the Chair of the Waterford Democratic Town Committee, and in roles in community organizations such as the Girl Scouts of America, Waterford Little League, the Board of Trustees of Connecticut College, and the Board of Directors of the Alliance for Living. She is a current member of Waterford RISE (Residents for Inclusion and Social Equity). Beth is married to Al Dahl, a union pipefitter, and between them, they have four children. Beth prides herself on being open and accessible and strongly encourages all to get in touch.
Network@Night (N@N) – Vacations by Louise–Cruise Planners, Hosted by Louise Spivey We'll be having a super time... Thursday, July 24, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pm at our Nework@Night. Louise Spivey from Cruise Planners-Vacations by Louise invites you to her backyard oasis at 49 Collins Rd Stonington, CT. Register and pay online, $10 per person, or cash at the door. A vacation is not just PTO, its time spent with loved ones making memories that will last a lifetime! Enjoy an evening of fun and networking while you dream of your next adventure. Louise Spivey, owner of Vacations by Louise, LLC-Cruise Planners, is passionate about helping you plan the adventure you've been dreaming about. Learn about different cultures and destinations, while enjoying bites and cocktails native to the region. This event will benefit Always Home.
Coffee & Connections – Filomena's Restaurant, Waterford, CT Start your day with us... Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 8:45-9:45 am at our Coffee & Connections, at Filomena's Restaurant, 262 Boston Post Road, Waterford, CT. $5 – pay online or at the door, registration optional, coffee included, pay for your own food. You're invited to an informal gathering to exchange information and leverage your contacts in a relaxed setting! Bring your business cards, flyers and QR codes to exchange. Looking to network without all the formality? Join us for an hour! Coffee, tea and conversation await! Questions Email gina@ginajohnson.co or mwganotti@alz.org
Network@Night (N@N) – Bliss Works Yoga and Simplify with Kimberly Smith, Hosted by Trish Reyburn and Kimberly Smith We'll be having a super time... Thursday, August 14, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pm at our Nework@Night, 52 River Crest Drive, Pawcatuck, CT. Register and pay online, $10 per person, or cash at the door. The evening will include an instructor-led gentle yoga practice and a brief presentation of Arbonne's plant-based skin care & nutrition. Drinks & snacks provided. Proceeds will benefit Granite Theater Children's Endowment Fund.
"Building Your 'Kitchen Cabinet' for Life" with Nicole Verdi
Be sure to join Us Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 11:30 am for our monthly luncheon Program at Langley's Restaurant at Great Neck Country Club, $25 for member pre-registrations, $30 for non-member pre-registrations, and $35 for late registrations and walk-ins includes gratuity and tax. Please note price change. Pre-registration is encouraged.
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Chamber of Commerce of Eastern ConnecticutGreater Mystic Chamber of CommerceThe Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce
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