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• BCPWN December First Friday Luncheon

  • When
    12/06/2024
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    12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Allendale Bar & Grill, 67 W. Allendale Avenue, Allendale, NJ 07401
  • Spaces left
    10
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    15 registrants

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  BCPWN December First Friday Luncheon: The Art of Cultivating Relationships in Business
  

  Presented by

  BCPWN Member Christine Figliuolo,
  Founder of Creations By Christine 

  Friday, December 6, 2024

  **12:00pm - 2:00pm**    
  

  In order to have a successful event you need a solid team.

  Christine Figliuolo, founder of Creations By Christine has been cultivating relationships in her Wedding & Special Events business for 30 years.

  “In order to create longevity & success in business, surrounding yourself with the best possible team is paramount.” Join us for a plated lunch, presentation and cash bar in the Connelly Room, and learn about the art of cultivating relationships in business.
  

   

  Three takeaways:

  1) A strong mind, body and soul counts. How to keep yourself in physical/ mental shape to weather any storm.

  2) Learn the key components to achieve success & build an arsenal of reliable & professional vendors.

  3) Network, Network, Network! You never know who you’re going to meet.

  It all happens in the slow season.

  
  

  
  

  About the Presenter: During her time as a Producer at HBO (1986-1995) Christine developed a passion for planning. After leaving the world of television, Christine started her own Wedding & Special Events Company (Creations By Christine Events). She was thrilled to work from home while raising her three young daughters.

  Christine knew operating a wedding planning business would involve long hours and demanding clients but after the frenetic pace of television she was up for the challenge. Special events require juggling a plethora of details, putting out fires and managing client expectations.

  In 2017 she decided to take on one more challenge so she created the A.I.M Conference (Accelerate, Innovate, Motivate). A one-day retreat at a cozy resort/spa with topics ranging from Resilience, Perseverance, Intuition and most recently, Reinvention.

  The A.I.M format is a fireside chat with speakers from every conceivable profession lending their expertise to a predominantly female audience with open dialog during each session. Christine says, “it’s those moments of motivation and inspiration that resonate with so many people these days, and it’s uplifting to know how much better we all do in life when we don’t feel alone.”

  Christine lives in Northern NJ. She has been married to her husband Jimmy for 32 years, they have three grown daughters,and a new granddaughter.

  Contact Info:

  Christine@cbcevents.com

  IG: CBC Events

  201-294-7944

  
  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  This event is limited to 25 attendees. We will open a waiting list as well.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Cancellations can be accepted in writing up to 48 business hours prior to the event. No refunds will be issued after that point.

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• BCPWN Exclusive: Holiday Brunch and Browse at The Hive, Ridgewood

  • When
    12/12/2024
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    9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    171 E. Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ
  • Registered
    8 registrants

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  December Brunch and Browse at
  The Hive
  

  Thursday, 12/12 -- 9:30am-11am
  Exclusive Event for BCPWN Community

  
  The Hive
  171 E. Ridgewood Ave, NJ

  Welcome to the Hive- your ultimate turn-key woman-owned shopping destination. Explore custom jewelry that mirrors your style, find furniture that transforms your space, and discover chic clothes and home accessories that elevate every corner. Our personalized interior design services ensure your surroundings reflect your unique taste. At the Hive, it’s more than just shopping; it’s a curated experience for individual expression, from head to home.

  Enjoy brunch bites, bubbly and coffee while socializing and networking with our community at this private event. Must RSVP to attend.
  

  About the Owners: Tobie Earley formed Happy Hive Design with her previous business partner in 2013.

  As a former Elementary educator, and self-proclaimed people person, Tobie has always loved connecting with people and making things pretty.

  Throughout her childhood and into adulthood, Tobie would see her home as a canvas and her opportunity to express and represent the stage of life she was in.

  After undergoing her own extensive home renovation, she was approached by a contractor who suggested she reach out to his wife who was perusing interior design. On a whim Tobie picked up the phone, and Happy Hive Design was born. They tackled their first renovation a month later, and Tobie hasn’t stopped since.

   

  After several years in a partnership, Tobie was left with the choice to go out on her own, or pack it in (her partner was pregnant with her 5th child). As someone who tries to perceive obstacles as a sign to keep going, Tobie knew this was the path she was meant to take. In 2018 Morgan Wishnew joined Happy Hive Design and has been a willing copilot ever since.

   

  When asked to describe my aesthetic, the answer can be perceived way more or less complicated depending on your perspective. As a designer, my driving forces are comfort, function and reflection. My design is fluid, it represents my client’s needs, wants and family. I strive to create a marriage of comfort and design. Whether it’s modern, bohemian, eclectic or traditional, comfort, function and reflection are my guiding principles.

   

  As a ‘lifelong’ Ridgewood resident, and someone who grew up in retail, I always knew a brick and mortar was in my future. With 3 children in the public school system, I saw the void this town was missing. With the support of my husband Bryan, in Spring of 2023, I approached my cousin, (more on that…) Katie Diamond to partner with me in opening The Hive-my muse-a lifestyle store with jewelry, clothing, furniture, accessories and home design lifestyle. We just celebrated our 1-year anniversary at the Hive and are so thankful to the community for welcoming us in so gracefully!!! So excited for what’s to come.

   

   

  Katie launched her first jewelry collection in 2007 out of love for all things sparkling & her obsession with the notion that jewelry is one of the few things in our lives that can become heirlooms when intentionally passed down from one generation to the next. Graduating from F.I.T, studying metalsmithing and marrying into the Diamond family (as fate would have it) put endless opportunity at her fingertips to pursue her passion of jewelry design.

   

  In May of 2015, Katie opened her first shop in one of the oldest standing buildings in Ridgewood, NJ. Built in 1790, her retail space includes charming architecture and luminous natural light. The space doubles as a studio & storefront, welcoming shoppers from the surrounding area to browse the store. The Katie Diamond Store located at 570 N Maple Ave. focuses on elevated gift & jewelry items.

   

  In 2023, Tobie Early of Happy Hive Designs invited Katie to collaborate on the Hive, a retail shop in the center of Ridgewood. Located at 171 East Ridgewood Ave, their joint venture is a true lifestyle shop featuring all they love, including furniture, art, home goods, candles, clothing, jewelry & gifts.

   

  Katie lives within walking distance from the stores with her husband Dave & her two sons, Nate & Sam. She attributes her success to an extremely supportive community. Just as responsible for the growth of the brand as Katie’s style & eye for the most special items, is the network of inspirational women (small business owners, stay at home moms & working moms) that have found their way into our lives throughout this process sharing their stories and strength.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  
  

  
  

  
  

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• BCPWN Monthly Pods 2025 -- Session 1

  • When
    12/15/2024
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    10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    To be emailed
  • Registered
    2 registrants

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  BCPWN Monthly Pods 2025 -- Session 1

  **Registration Now Open!**
  

  It is strongly encouraged that you only join PODS if you can make the commitment to meet up/engage monthly -- it is only fair this way to all involved.

  -Complimentary for Members-

  The BCPWN PODS Program launched in January of 2021 with 20 members participating.  It was a fresh approach to forging deeper connections within the BCPWN community that stemmed from a member suggestion.
  

  As a result of the positive feedback and success of previous PODS Sessions, our hope was realized -- that participants will utilize their time together to network with one another, share resources, provide support, and even socialize -- and we're delighted for the return of PODS for our BCPWN members as an exclusive benefit.

  
  

  The Pods Program is optional, and is meant to complement regular BCPWN programming which will continue throughout 2025. 
  

  Here's how it works:

  • If you'd like to participate in a pod, register via this event page, by December 15th. **This is the due date to register by -- there is no Zoom or initial meeting on this date**
    
    
  • This session will run January 1 - June 30, 2025.
    
    
  • The PODS program is complimentary to BCPWN Members in good standing. Be sure your membership is up to date or join officially here.
    
    
  • PODS members will take it upon themselves to decide how/when to meet (i.e. via zoom, socially distanced in-person, via conference call) each month. We've heard that some PODS met each month at a different restaurant for lunch, while others did a monthly 8am phone call, and others met to walk once a month.  The possibilities are endless! Full details will be explained on the introductory email.
    
    
  • BCPWN will provide Pods with suggested monthly themes and topics to explore. These will vary from physical experiences (i.e. ways to get moving together) to Mastermind topics.
    
    
  • BCPWN will periodically check in with Pod members over the mini session period to see how things are going. It is strongly encouraged that you only join PODS if you can make the commitment to meet up/engage monthly -- it is only fair this way to all involved.
    
    

  Questions? Reach out to Lisa via info@bcpwn.com Subject Line: Pods
  

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• BCPWN January Friday Luncheon: Nutrition for Focus and Productivity Workshop with Jessica Cording, MS, RD, CDN, INHC

  • When
    01/10/2025
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    12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Allendale Bar & Grill, 67 W. Allendale Avenue, Allendale, NJ 07401
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  BCPWN January Friday Luncheon: Nutrition for Focus and Productivity Workshop

  Jessica Cording, MS, RD, CDN, INHC
  

  Friday, January 10, 2025

  **12:00pm - 2:00pm**    
  

  Let's kick off the new year with a renewed and refreshed take on the way we approach our life and work!
  

  This workshop will offer information on the connection between nutrition and our cognitive function and productivity and how to stay consistent with good habits when life gets hectic. Examples of healthy (and easy) meals and snacks will be discussed as well. Topics to be covered include:

  • Why nutrition is important for focus and productivity 
  • The importance of blood sugar stability for focus, energy, and mood
  • Specific nutrients that boost brain function
  • How gastrointestinal health factors into brain function
  • How to build a healthy meal or snack for stable blood sugar (with specific examples)
  • Best and worst beverages for focus and productivity
  • How to be consistent with healthy habits

  What will be explored in this workshop:

  The Role of Nutrition in Productivity (ex: blood sugar and energy/focus, specific nutrients to support cognitive function, gastrointestinal health)

  Examples of Healthy Meals and Snacks to Support Productivity

  Best and Worst Beverages for Productivity

  Meal Makeover Activity (interactive)

  How to be Consistent with Healthy Habits

  Q & A

  Join us at Allendale Bar & Grill in The Connolly Room for a plated lunch, cash bar, networking and presentation. 

  
  

  About the Presenter:

  Jessica Cording, MS, RD, CDN, INHC is a registered dietitian, health coach, and author with a passion for helping people simplify their wellness routine by building sustainable healthy habits. In her work, she focuses on the connections between nutrition, lifestyle, and mental health. Through her writing, consulting, public speaking, and counseling, she works with individuals, corporations, and the media to help make drama-free healthy living approachable and enjoyable. She is the author of The Little Book of Game-Changers: 50 Healthy Habits For Managing Stress & Anxiety and The Farewell Tour: A Caregiver’s Guide To Stress Management, Sane Nutrition, and Better Sleep.

   

  She also runs the Drama-Free Healthy Living podcast and has recorded guided meditations for Simple Habit. She also has created educational content for CARAVAN Wellness. Cording is a part of the mindbodygreen Collective and a frequent contributor to various media outlets such as Forbes, SHAPE, and more. As a speaker, she has presented to a wide variety of organizations, such as the US ARMY, Corner Market Communications, William Grant and Sons, and more.

   

  Additionally, a big believer in the mental and physical benefits of exercise, she is a certified Pilates mat instructor. She also is a certified reiki practitioner.

  Learn more at www.jessicacordingnutrition.com
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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