Upcoming Events 2024
January: Resiliency through tragedy in life, or business
Resilience is the ability to recover from stress, loss, and trauma while continuing to move forward in the face of adversity. Join Erin Postle for an inspiring conversation on resilience and how she navigated the toughest season of her life after the sudden and tragic loss of her husband. Through her story, learn how you can better cope with challenges, increase your mental strength, and emerge stronger after experiencing tragedy in life or business.
Dinner Menu:
Coastal Buffet
Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Informal Networking 5:30pm - 6pm
Location: Crown Isle Resort Ballroom, 399 Clubhouse Dr, Courtenay, BC V9N 9G3
*Refunds for dinners are eligible up until event cut off date (2 weeks prior to event)
February: A Mother’s Journey in Raising an Olympic Athlete
A remarkable journey of raising a son from a spirited young track enthusiast to a world-class gold medal Olympian. Through a heartfelt story, we'll reflect on the challenges encountered along the way—the sacrifices, setbacks, and perseverance required to pursue greatness—as well as the triumphs that made it all worthwhile. A mother’s unique narrative offers an inspiring perspective on the dedication and determination it takes to nurture a champion both on and off the track.
Dinner Menu:
Coastal Buffet
Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Informal Networking 5:30pm - 6pm
Location: Crown Isle Resort Ballroom, 399 Clubhouse Dr, Courtenay, BC V9N 9G3
*Refunds for dinners are eligible up until event cut off date (2 weeks prior to event)
March: Women in Adventure: Breaking Barriers and Redefining Possibilities
A trailblazing woman in the world of adventure and exploration. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, she discusses the challenges women have faced, the barriers broken, and the importance of gender equality in traditionally male-dominated fields. This presentation can empower individuals, particularly women- young and older, to embrace their passions and pursue their dreams fearlessly.
Dinner Menu:
Coastal Buffet
Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Informal Networking 5:30pm - 6pm
Location: Crown Isle Resort Ballroom, 399 Clubhouse Dr, Courtenay, BC V9N 9G3
*Refunds for dinners are eligible up until event cut off date (2 weeks prior to event)
April: Women's Health: Learning to share and grow in vulnerable moments of care
Join a pelvic health physiotherapist with advanced expertise in pelvic pain, pregnancy recovery, sexual health, and trauma healing. She’ll share insights on how the pelvis and its muscles, nerves, and organs impact overall well-being, helping you understand the connection between physical and emotional health.
Dinner Menu:
Coastal Buffet
Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Informal Networking 5:30pm - 6pm
Location: Crown Isle Resort Ballroom, 399 Clubhouse Dr, Courtenay, BC V9N 9G3
*Refunds for dinners are eligible up until event cut off date (2 weeks prior to event)
May: Education, Leadership, Philanthropy & Professional Excellence
Join a special group of women throughout BC who are committed to inspiring, advancing and supporting the women in our communities. They will proudly share how they inspire, advance and support those leading the way and passionately guide the leaders of tomorrow through mentorship and scholarship opportunities.
Dinner Menu:
Coastal Buffet
Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Informal Networking 5:30pm - 6pm
Location: Crown Isle Resort Ballroom, 399 Clubhouse Dr, Courtenay, BC V9N 9G3
*Refunds for dinners are eligible up until event cut off date (2 weeks prior to event)
Holiday Soiree
Join movement specialist Leanne Zdebiak-Eni from IPF as we celebrate the festive season.
Our dance party is for women who want to embrace their inner, feminine power, celebrate their bodies, and have fun in a vibrant atmosphere.
Business Communications
Managing your reputation is a vital aspect of your business. With a focus on communications, and how to tell your story in a way your community can hear you.
Tax Planning & Business Benefits
Getting down to brass tax by minimizing tax implications and maximizing savings when business planning.
Welcoming the Growing Pains
Growing pains. We're welcoming three local entrepreneurs that have expanded their businesses signifIcantly in the past few years to share the ups and downs of the process.
Locally Grown
Our own personal health is deeply tied to the health of our environment and our community. We’ll learn from local producers on food security, smart farming and managing a sustainable business. Your ticket will include a hot meal, glass of wine and our program. All taxes and gratuity is included.
Perimeno-WTF Meet Up
We will explore the ups and downs of perimenopause and menopause. The hows and whys of hot flushes, sleep, libido and more!
A Balanced Local Economy
We all seek a balanced economy that is resilient, diverse, evolving, competitive, integrated, inclusive and inspiring. We'll hear how a stronger ecosystem through collaboration can support innovation and add to the vitality of our local economy and beyond.
AGM - Retirement Doesn't Mean Stopping
Our May meeting is our Annual General Meeting!
Reaching retirement doesn’t mean you have to stop learning and growing. Our May keynote speaker is well known to many of you and after retiring she turned up the dial. We'll hear how she's shifted gears and why she does what she does.
Networking for Introverts
A best-selling author, successful entrepreneur and podcast Host speaks to empowering introverts to embrace and leverage their superpowers for success. We’ll cover conflict resolution, relationship building with all personality types through storytelling and practical easy to implement strategies.
International Women's Day
Following International Women's Day this event will honour the women in our community and beyond. An impactful keynote speaker who is also a survivor of domestic violence will share her story of triumph and how she became a highly respected local business leader. This event will raise funds for Darry’s place through the Comox Valley Transition Society.
Valentines Meet Up
This Valentine’s Day learn the business of art. How artists turn their passions into a thriving business. The trick is convincing people it has value. What’s your business value statement?
Relaunch 2024
Wednesday, January 10, 2024 is the relaunch of the Comox Valley Women’s Business Network. Our group of empowered women touch on topics such as arts, entrepreneurship, and small and large business in the Valley. Ticket deadline: 2 weeks prior to event. Limited seating.