Chamber Women's Event Set for March 8

The Effingham County Chamber says their 3rd Annual Women's Event has been scheduled for Friday, March 8 and rebranded as "EmpowerHER: Cultivate Confidence, Enhance Communication, Fuel Success".

The event, sponsored by The Krusteaz Company and Whitney Roofing Inc., has transformed from a workshop into a comprehensive program designed to educate, empower, and inspire women. With a focus on cultivating confidence, improving communication skills, fostering relationships, promoting self-care, and fostering mutual support, EmpowerHER aims to inspire women both personally and professionally.
 
Attendees can look forward to an experience featuring hors d'oeuvres, non-alcoholic beverages, vendor booths, and networking opportunities with dynamic women from various industries.
 
Speakers at the event include Kala L. Lambert from the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity and Leah Passalacqua, PT, PRPC from HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital. Teresa McCloy, a Coach, Author, Trainer, and Speaker known for her REALIFE Process®, will share valuable insights into personal and professional growth strategies.
 
The event will take place on Friday, March 8th, from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM at Village Wine & Spirits, located at 109 S Banker, Effingham, IL 62401. Admission will be $30 per person, and registration is mandatory through the Chamber website, with payment required upon registration.
 
Businesses can get involved through sponsorship by offering financial support, reserving booths for women-owned businesses (limited availability), or contributing swag items. Current sponsors include The Krusteaz Company, Whitney Roofing Inc., Village Wine & Spirits, Boho Chic Clinique, Effingham Pelvic Health & Wellness, PLLC, and Layna Bond & Associates – American Family Insurance.
 
For more information and to register, visit EffinghamCountyChamber.com/Events or call (217) 342-4147.