May 4 | Ignite ‘n’ Connect

Have you ever dreamed of living a life doing what you love?

Maybe you are considering starting your own business but you don’t know where to begin?

Or perhaps you already have a business that you need to take to the next level but not sure where to go for trusted advice and support?

If you answered a ‘YES’ to any of these questions, then mark your calendar for May 4th, 2012 now and get ready to Ignite ‘n’ Connect.

This is a unique opportunity to join Toronto’s most business-savvy, purposeful, passionate women for an unforgettable day of inspiration, celebration and brain-tingling, heart-moving connections!

ABOUT IGNITE ‘N’ CONNECT

 

Ignite ‘n’ Connect is the first annual conference for Toronto’s fabulous, passionate, women soulpreneurs, hosted by Positive Fabulous Women. We are bringing together like-minded, purposeful, savvy women who are ready to play a bigger, bolder game in life and in business – and are inspired about learning, collaborating and supporting each.

What would you love to do in your life? Whatever it is, Ignite ‘n’ Connect can help you create it.

This fabulous day combines inspiring top-notch speakers, interactive discussion circles, informative keynote panel discussions along with tons of fun little surprises. Let us not forget to mention that we will host some fantastic exhibits, give away some great door prizes and, of course, our special gift to you – your own swag bag to take home!

Your admission also includes snacks and refreshments along with a spectacular lunch.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

If you are a small business owner, a freelancer, or an inspired professional woman who is looking for authentic connections, meaningful networking and practical business resources – then this is a must-attend event.  Our agenda is designed to provide inspiration and practical business advice for entrepreneurs in all stages of business – from beginners to seasoned experts. We guarantee that everyone will walk away with insights and invaluable connections that will take you and your business to the next level.

OUR FAB SPEAKERS

We will be releasing our final list of speakers in stages, along with the circle discussion topics. Please check back here regularly if you would like to stay updated.

Keynote Speakers

Rona Maynard - Award-winning journalist, former Editor for Chatelaine and Author
Pat Mussieux - Coach, acclaimed international speaker, author and radio host
Katia Millar -  Leader, networking Maven & social media expert

Panel Speakers & Presenters

Money Panel: Carolyn Ellis – Jennifer Longmore – Patti Kerr
Closing Ceremony Leader: Liliane DeVries
Fab Circle Leaders: To be announced

Master of Ceremonies

Sandra Leigh - Facilitator, Consultant and Coach at ConnectwithSandra.com

AGENDA

Friday, May 4, 2012

9:00a to 9:30a Arrival, Check-in & Registration – EXHIBITS OPEN
9:30a to 10:00a 2012 Ignite ‘n’ Connect Kick-off
10:00a to 11:00a Keynote Speaker, Rona Maynard Topic: Renew, Recharge, Re-imagine: Tap Your Inner Wellspring
11:00a to 11:15a Inspiration Break: Laughter Yoga with Lynn Himmelman 11:15a to 11:30a Refreshment Break & Exhibits
11:30a to 12:45p Circle Discussions
12:45p to 2:00p Lunch & Exhibits
2:00p to 2:45p PFW Founder, Katia Millar Topic: Challenge to Opportunity: The PFW Story
2:45p to 3:00p Refreshment Break & Exhibits
3:00p to 3:45p Keynote Speaker, Pat Mussieux Topic: 7 Steps to Growing Your Business By Getting Out of Your Own Way!
3:45p to 4:00p Inspiration Break: Belly Dancing by Chemagne Martin
4:00p to 4:45p Panel Discussion: Carolyn Ellis, Jennifer Longmore Topic: Money Talks 4:45p to 5:30p Closing Reception, Ceremony and “Toast to Success”
5:30p to 6:00p Open Networking - EXHIBITS OPEN
6:00p to 6:30p Exhibitor Take-Down

LOCATION

Ignite ‘n’ Connect will be held at the stunning St. Paul’s Bloor Street Church (227 Bloor Street East) –  conveniently located on Bloor Street, just east of Church Street. With its inspiring architecture and practical modern amenities, our attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors will have a convenient and beautiful backdrop to make the most of this exciting event.

St. Paul’s Bloor Street is easily accessible by public transit and with ample parking in the area.

PARTNERS

Media Partner: We’re delighted to be have Extraordinary Women TV as our official media partner.

Charity Partner: A portion of the proceeds from this event will go to support METRAC’s May Be Me annual campaign to raise awareness and funds to prevent violence against diverse women and youth.

REGISTRATION

Your ticket admission includes:

• Access to all the sessions including inspiring keynote speakers (Rona Maynard, Pat Mussieux and Katia Millar), interactive breakout circles, informative expert panel discussions, and exhibitor hall.
• Healthy lunch
• Two refreshment breaks
• Attendance at sparkling “Toast to Success” closing ceremony
• Gift bag for you take home!

PFW Members: Gold/Silver/Bronze Members Only
Early-Bird Special Rate by April 15: $109
Regular Admission: $139

General Admission: Non-Members & Meetup
Early-Bird Special Rate by April 15: $139
Regular Admission: $169

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE EARLY-BIRD SPECIAL RATE AND SIGN-UP TODAY!

Visit www.ignitenconnect.com for more information

EXHIBITOR & SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Click here for more information!

If you are ready to gain direct access to a targeted group of decision makers and business owners who will benefit from your services and products AND become a leader in recognizing the contributions made by women entrepreneurs in the Toronto area, then we need to connect. We have several sponsorship & marketing opportunities to suit every budget.

Please click here to download a sponsorship information package.

The Bad Girl’s Guide to Unleashing Your Power | Oct 27

Last year, Positive Fabulous Women flocked to do the “Bad Girl’s Guide to Fulfillment” with sassy Soul Coach Kimberly Carroll. This year we bad girls are going for the power! 

Are there areas of your life you wish you could feel more powerful and confident in? Do you feel like limiting beliefs might be stalling your dreams? Are there parts of yourself you work really hard to keep hidden? Bad Girls…get ready to power up your bad-ass magnificent self!

As women, we often spend so much energy criticizing or trying to hide much of who we are that we end up seriously depleting our overall personal power. In this fun and active workshop, you’ll explore what is limiting your personal power and then implement fabulous tools for breaking through those limits and stepping boldly into your most powerful future!

Through innovative exercises, deep healing visualizations, inspired sharing, practical techniques, and a lot of laughs, you will:

• identify the limiting beliefs stifling your power
• turn that inner critic into your most supportive ally
• connect to your shadow qualities and transform them into constructive power
• instantly start physically embodying the energy of power

Join us for this spirited evening to unleash the power that’s been laying in wait inside of you to start creating the life, love, and success you yearn for. You are a force to be reckoned and we’re not going to damn well let you forget it!

About Kimberly Carroll
During her many years as a television host and producer, Kimberly spent several seasons helping people renovate their homes on the popular TV show “Take This House and Sell It!” Now as a certified Soul Coach, Kimberly helps people to renovate their lives!

With humour and a down-to-earth approach, Kimberly is an entertaining and deeply caring guide for people delving into the world of wellness, spirituality, and personal growth. Through her life-changing 6-week Soul Coaching Programs, speaking engagements, and individual coaching, Kimberly leads women and men on a wild journey to ignite their body, mind, heart, and spirit

Kimberly is one of the authors of the anthology “Soul Whispers” and she also recently launched “Divine Redhead Productions” (www.divineredhead.com) with a mission to create spiritual, wellness, and conscious living media programming that is stylish, accessible, and wickedly entertaining.

For more about Kimberly, please visit: http://www.soulcoaching.org or scroll down to bottom of page to watch her in action!

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The Bad Girl’s Guide to Unleashing Your Power
Date: Thursday October 27, 2011
Time: 7:00 – 9:30 pm
Location: St. Paul’s Bloor Street
Address: 227 Bloor Street East, Toronto
Registration: Early-Bird by October 13: $20 | Regular Pre-Payment $25 | Cash at the door: $30

How to Change Lives and Sell More From the Stage – Even if you’re mortified to speak in public!!! | Oct 4

A workshop for authors, speakers, trainers, coaches, leaders and anyone who has a message of inspiration that needs to be brought to life in front of a live audience!

If you’re not getting the sales you expect after a speaking gig, if you’re tired of giving your stuff away or working for free, and if you are frustrated with all the networking groups and social functions that don’t make you a dime, then you’re a perfect example of someone who needs to be a more inspiring, influential and productive speaker.

We all know what it’s like to be a professional visitor; to go to all the networking meetings, social functions and business gatherings where you meet incredible people, and then wonder why they are not buying your stuff. It’s so frustrating, isn’t it?

Learning how to take the stage and inspire and influence an audience is the fastest way to boost your image, skyrocket your visibility and start changing lives and selling more of your stuff!

We are delighted to have Steve Lowell back in Toronto for an evening that is guaranteed to take your public speaking skills to the next level, regardless of where you are at right now. In this two-hour workshop Steve will share with you some of the most powerful secrets he has learned about speaking and selling from the stage that from his 30+ years of experience on the stage.

Join us, take the stage or just watch and witness the transformation for yourself as you learn the secrets to influencing and inspiring a live audience!

About Steve Lowell

Steve has wowed our group more than once, so we’re truly delighted to have him back in Toronto.

As a professionally trained speaker and trainer, Steve shows you how to completely change the way you speak, present, interact and network so that you become a magnet, pulling others to you. You will transform your belief systems, create a healthy and liberating self-image and develop powerful speaking and presentation skills.

Steve has a gift for creating a safe, encouraging, fun and exciting learning environment and allowing the participants in his programs to feel free to extend themselves beyond their comfort-zone without the fear of being judged. With the successes in the classroom, participants feel empowered and energized about the way they see themselves.

Change Lives and Sell More From the Stage
Date: Tuesday October 4, 2011
Time: 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
Location: St. Paul’s Bloor Street Church
Address: 227 Bloor Street East, Toronto @ Church
Tickets: Early-Bird until Sept 21 : $25 | Regular Rate: $30 | Cash at the door: $40

For complete details & to register for this amazing event, please click on this button!

Strive Fall Mixer | Nov 1

Calling all entreprenurial Toronto women to join us for a fun evening of mingling, networking and positive fabulous connections!

Enjoy complimentary tasty hors d’oeuvres, sumptuous conversation, interactive activities and a fire-you-up speaker to wrap up your fall with some luscious inspiration.

This is a great opportunity to touch base with friends and to form new connections (don’t forget your business cards). This special evening will kick-off with some mingling & schmoozing as you unwind, sip your favourite cocktail and savour the delectable complimentary light hors d’oevres. So feel free to bring along your friends and colleagues interested in growing their business, expanding their network or creating meaningful new friendships.

Our special guest for the evening is Heather Hilliard. She is the co-Creator of the Striving Styles™ Personality System, a neuro-psychological approach to achieving potential incorporating the latest advances in brain development. She is a behavioural change expert with over 20 years’ experience working with leaders in high growth and dysfunctional organizations. A successful entrepreneur who made the Profit100 list 2 years in a row and a single mother of 2, she brings a wealth of personal and professional experience (and stories!) to her presentations.

For more about Heather, please visit http://strivingstyles.com/

Who Are You Meant to Be?

It is said that at the moment of your birth you have an awareness of your potential and an idea of who you are meant to be. In the next moment, this awareness disappears into the unconscious where it becomes our task to uncover it during our lifetime.

Discover your predominant need that must be met in order for you to feel secure and achieve your potential. All too often, we remain unaware of what our built-in needs are and, as a result, they go unmet. We are then at the mercy of our unconscious impulses, emotions and habits of mind. We end up repeating longstanding patterns that get in the way of achieving our goals or creating the life of happiness and satisfaction we want.

In this highly interactive networking event, participants will connect with others who share the same predominant need based on their Striving Style. You will learn how its innate needs and emotional drives dictate your behaviour – personally and professionally. You will find out how to fully leverage your brain’s hard-wiring to achieve your potential and become who you were meant to be.

Strive Fall Mixer
Date: Tuesday November 1, 2011 (11.1.11)
Time: 7:00 pm-9:30 pm
Location: The Local Co.
Address: 511 Danforth Avenue, @ Logan, Toronto (click HERE for map)
Tickets: Early-Bird: $20 by Oct 19 | Regular Pre-Payment: $25 | Cash at the door $30

Special Deal: Buy 1 – Get 2nd for 1/2 price!

 

 

Starting Over: Reinventing Your Life With Passion | Sept 14

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When one major thing changes in our life, it usually comes with a change in many other areas which can create a loss of security, certainty and the bottom feels like it’s falling out.

Will you go back to your old patterns and create the same results or will you use this opportunity to reach out and grow? Find out what you need to overcome in order to get the courage to start your new path…without the fear and ‘what if’s?’

Learn to identify your patterns, chart a new course and get the expert tools and courage to start over in any aspect of your life. Take the Passion Test and discover your true life’s purpose™ and direction.

Please note that this workshop is part of the Investing in You™ series of dynamic and transformational workshops to help you live and love more fully. You can choose to attend invidual sessions or the whole series. You can visit courageousliving.com/about/events/investing-in-you for complete details.

Investing In You Workshop #8
Starting Over: Reinventing Your Life with Passion
Date: Wednesday September 14, 2011
Time: 7:00 – 10:00 pm
Location: Four Points by Sheraton Lakeshore
Address: 1926 Lakeshore Blvd. W. Toronto, ON
Map: Click HERE
Cost: Early-bird by Sept 1: $55; Regular Rate: $65

Register Today! https://courageousliving.com/about/events/investing-in-you

Finding (and Keeping!) Your Fabulous | Sept 15

Do you want more out of life? Do you feel stuck or frustrated in some way?
Are you READY for solutions and positive change?
Have you heard this all before?!…

Yes, you’ve probably read personal growth books and/or listened to motivational speakers. And as inspiring and wonderful as they all are, why haven’t our lives miraculously changed by now?

In this fun & inspiring workshop you, will discover your own ‘Fabulous Meter’ and understand how your subconscious mind is contributing to the truths, beliefs and perceptions that may or may not be serving you. Through stories and interaction you will share in the laughing, the learning, the A-HA moments, and the incredible feminine connectedness of the group. Lasting change starts here, and you are sure to leave with new clarity!

Jenifer Merifield has a keen, natural ability to understand, empathize, motivate and inspire others to actually make positive life changes. She teaches what she has learned from real life experience…  making mistakes, messing up, and finally getting it right! She believes that part of her purpose is to share her knowledge to help women see their own passions and purpose, and live their BEST lives!

More About Jenifer Merifield
Jenifer is a down-to-earth, charismatic & passionate facilitator, writer, coach and keynote speaker. Her experience and wisdom will inspire and guide you, her humour will put you at ease and her heartfelt dedication to the success of your own personal growth will change your life for the better.

Having faced difficult challenges as a child and into her 20′s, Jenifer, now 40, beat the odds by overcoming her fears and insecurities to create successes in all areas of her life. She doesn’t preach blindly, she speaks from experience and gives solutions that work. Whether finances, relationships, self esteem, family, career or lack of passion, Jenifer helps women emerge from their “stuckness” to find their FABULOUS!

Jenifer is certified in Marketing, Coaching, Level 1 Reiki, Hypnosis, and NLP. She is a 4 time business owner in the fields of Marketing, Promotion, Empowerment, Speaking, Mentoring and Coaching. She is the founder and former Sr. Editor for Girls Can Do Anything Online Magazine; Canada’s first and only Real Girl empowerment media for youth with no inappropriate advertising, airbrushing or criteria for models’ body-type or race. Jenifer has been awarded one of MOMpreneur’s Top 50 Women of the Year in 2010, Stiletto Woman’s Top 50 Women on the Web in 2009, and has been nominated for the YWCA’s Women of Distinction Award for 2 years in a row. Currently a well referred Success Coach and speaker, she is also the mother of 17 year old teenage twin girls, and proud to still be sane!

For more About Jenifer, please visit http://jenifermerifield.com/

Finding Your Fabulous
Date: Thursday Sept 15, 2011
Time: 7:00 pm-9:30 pm
Location: St. Paul’s Bloor Street Church
Address: 227 Bloor Street East, Toronto @ Church
Tickets: Early-Bird until Sept 4: $20 | Regular Rate: $25 | Cash at the door: $30

Eco Goddess | Sept 17

A mini retreat designed to help women to embrace a greener lifestyle, more balanced lifestyle, by unleashing the eco goddess within – presented by Fit Your Style, Shop Socials & DivaGirl Inc.

Join us for an afternoon at the prestigious Verity Club, to unwind and become more aware of easy ways to live a more conscious lifestyle through inspiring presenters, eco-friendly vendors and enjoy the opportunity to mingle with 50+ fabulous women at this refreshing, exclusive, women’s only retreat. Visit us on Facebook!

ABOUT THE ECO GODDESS EXPERIENCE:

• Listen to Guest Presenters who will share their tips for fashion, fitness, and wellbeing, the eco-fabulous way. Topics include:
• “Finding your Inner Goddess-“ Fit Your Style (Jennifer Ettinger)
• The Eco Fashionista-“ Shop Socials (Tamika Auwai)
• “Living a Divalicious Lifestyle-“ DivaGirl (Laura Furtado)
• Shop the Eco Goddess mini market featuring 6 eco-friendly vendors
• Opportunity to experience an organic body wrap while you workshop with Fit Your Style
• Salad bar lunch and “green” snack sampling
• Attend an exclusive event at an elite, women’s only, venue in Toronto, Verity Club

NOTES:

• Dress code: Comfortable and chic
• Policies: Females only. Limited tickets available at the door.
• Ticket rate includes healthy, light lunch and swag bag filled with eco-goodies
• ONLY 50 TICKETS AVAILABLE. $45 door tickets (if applicable).

Date: Sept 17, 2011
Time: 11:00 am-2:00 pm
Location: Verity Club
Address: 111d Queen Street East, Toronto
Tickets: $35

Purchase Tickets now at http://ecogoddess.eventbrite.com/

Urban Warrior Women’s Self-Defense | Aug 10

How do you make sure not to get attacked?
How do you recognize a potential aggressor?
How does a person overcome stronger and aggressive attackers?

Real life self-defense is about stopping an attack by disabling your attacker using simple and effective techniques. Attending a Women’s self-defense workshop periodically is a good way of staying sharp, gaining confidence and feeling fabulous!

The paradox of women’s self-defense is that the more prepared you are, the less likely you are to need it. When you can recognize and respond effectively to potentially dangerous situations, you are more confident in your every day activities – and therefore less likely to become a target of crime.

Ali Siadatan; creator of the Urban Warrior Women’s Self-Defense program at Wu Xing martial arts studios will lead this 2-hour fun & interactive workshop where he will explore 7 common self-defense situations to equip you with practical solutions and arm you with knowledge so you can have peace of mind.

History
In 1701 a Buddhist nun by the name of Ng Mui created a system of Kung Fu in China. Watching a snake and crane fight inspired her. As the snake attacked with direct, straight attacks, the crane responded with evasive movements. The style of self-defense that she created is very effective and today it has become the most practiced style of Kung Fu in the world.

Wu Xing martial arts studios in downtown Toronto has adopted the fighting principles of Ng Mui’s Kung Fu to meet the needs of modern urban women.

Attackers look for easy prey. We will look at body language and how to project the “posture of confidence”.

• You will learn to read the body language of a potential attacker.
• You will learn techniques that turn the strength of the attacker against him.
• You will learn the location of pressure points and vulnerable areas in the body.

“After the workshop, I felt equipped with essential knowledge and simple techniques that may ultimately save me from dangerous situations in the future. I believe I owe it to myself to know how to defend myself in circumstances when I’m not the one in control. I have been in many situations when these techniques could’ve come handy. I urge young teens and adults alike to be in charge of what really matters, your safety and well-being.” – Donna Santos (PFW member)

Urban Warrior Women’s Self-Defense
Date: Wednesday August 10, 2011
Time: 7:00 – 9:30
Location: Wu Xing Martial Arts Studios
Address: 374 Dupont Street 2nd Floor (walking distance to Dupont subway), Toronto, ON
Map: Click HERE
Cost: Early-bird by July 31: $15 pp; Regular Rate: $20 pp; Cash at the door: $25 pp

Summer Girlfriend Special ==> Buy One & get the Second for Half-price!

Light’n UP: PFW Mixer (June 2)

Calling all Toronto women to join us for an evening of socializing, networking and fabulous connections at the stunning c5 Restaurant & Lounge, located in the top of the fifth crystal at the ROM!

This special evening will kick-off with some mingling & schmoozing as you unwind, sip your favourite cocktail and savour the delectable complimentary light hors d’oevres.

Enjoy a social atmosphere and positive vibes as you continue to build your relationships with like-minded and like-spirited women. This is a great opportunity to touch base with friends and to form new connections (don’t forget your business cards) – so feel free to bring along your friends and colleagues interested in growing their business, advancing their network or making new contacts.

This fun, interactive evening will be lead by the fabulous Jacquie Hermans, Light’n UP Expert Inspirational Entertainer, Speaker & Trainer. Through the power of laughter and play, Jacquie will share powerful strategies that help you perform with confidence & focus and enable you to adapt effortlessly when obstacles are thrown in you path. You will be inspired, energized and ready to SUCCEED.

ABOUT OUR SPEAKER
Jacquie Hermans lived a life in turmoil. She was always in her head, analyzing every aspect of her life. She was never satisfied with her accomplishments, and chastising herself for her failures. She always needed to be prepared, for fear of looking like a failure.

While undergoing extensive improv training, Jacquie’s life forever changed. To overcome that knotted sick feeling in her gut, the sleepless nights of being in her head, the annoying eye twitch or lip quiver that sometimes emerged and her related digestive issues, she created strategies to overcome her thought patterns, breaking through her fears of failure and judgment.

With an employment background in corporate training, extensive education in personality and communications, along with her passion and experience in improv and television, she is now on a mission to transform people to flip their thought patterns to light’n up from the inside out.

For more about Jacquie, please visit: www.lightnup.ca

LIGHT’N UP: PFW Networking Mixer
Date: Thursday, June 2, 2011
Time: 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Location: c5 Restaurant & Lounge
Address: 100 Queen’s Park (Corner of University & Bloor)
Tickets: Pre-Payment: Early-Bird by May 20: $25; Regular Rate: $35 | Cash at the door: $40

GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!

Join our Facebook event page and start connecting today!

Lunch with Gail Vaz-Oxlade (March 26)

Please see invitation below from PFW Marcy Berg of Mortgages for Women for an exciting event in support of a great cause!

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Mortgages for Women is Proud to sponsor a Lunch and Book signing with Gail Vaz-Oxlade in support of Northumberland Services for Women!

This event will take place on March 26th 12:00pm – 3:00pm in Cobourg at the Cobourg Lions Community Centre.

Now I know you think that’s far to travel but the trip will be well worth it. Cobourg is located one hour east of Toronto and it’s perfect for a day trip. Also, let me remind you, Gail never gives personal events but is doing this to support a cause near and dear to her heart, Northumberland Services for Women.

Tickets are $25 for the lunch and there will be a book signing after and the opportunity to meet Gail in person.

BUT WAIT THERE’S MORE!!!
Tickets are going fast and names from every ticket we sell will be going in a draw and the two lucky winners will be sitting at Gail’s table during lunch! So get your questions ready.

So don’t miss this opportunity to see this incredible lady live. She is worth the drive to Cobourg.

AND THERE’S EVEN MORE…
Mortgages for women will be hosting an after party for all the out-of-towners, details to follow.

Tickets will be on sale till March 14th and you can call my office at 1-888-372-7367 to purchase tickets or send me an email.

We are very flexible on payment. You can charge to your visa or pay by cheque or, Gail’s favorite, CASH at the door.

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