WOWSA
Connecting Professional Women in
Wellington and Saugeen Area
The Women of Wellington Saugeen Area began in September 2009 when women in the Town of Minto and Township of Wellington North came together to form a network that sought to support women in business.
Since then, the group expanded to include the Town of Hanover, Municipality of Brockton, and the Municipality of South Bruce. During the Pandemic, like many of you, we took the opportunity to look at our network and how best to support women in business moving forward.
In 2022 WOWSA became a program of Saugeen Connects. The mission of Saugeen Connects is to collaborate and positively impact area economic growth, support youth retention and development, support growth and retention of businesses; and integrate efforts to leverage immigrant attraction to the area as residents, workers, entrepreneurs, business owners, operators, and investors. One of the key pillars of Saugeen Connects is Women and we all agree that this is a great decision for both WOWSA and Saugeen Connects.
Upcoming WOWSA Event
New Year New Growth
Join us for an evening of intention, goal setting, and inspired growth...
New Year, New Growth is an inspiring evening of goal setting, reflection, and intentional growth designed to help you step confidently into 2026. Hosted by WOWSA and featuring guest speaker Liza Weltz of Essential Wellness, this interactive event invites participants to pause, reset, and reconnect with their personal and professional goals.
Throughout the evening, you’ll take part in guided goal-setting exercises, create your own vision board, and engage in meaningful discussion alongside other women in business and leadership. Enjoy light refreshments and warm drinks in a welcoming, supportive atmosphere as you gain clarity, motivation, and a renewed sense of purpose for the year ahead.
Whether you’re looking to grow your business, prioritize wellness, or simply gain direction,
New Year, New Growth offers the tools and inspiration to help you move forward with intention.
Latest WOWSA Event
Cultivating Creativity
Thank you for joining us at WOWSA: Cultivating Creativity!
What a fantastic evening of connection, reflection, and creative exploration! Attendees took part in engaging networking activities and guided self-reflection exercises to better understand and embrace the different stages of the creative process. The room was full of great energy — and even better conversations.
A huge thank you to our event sponsor, Business Enterprise Centre Grey County, for helping make this night possible. Special appreciation to our facilitator, Alicia, for leading such a thoughtful and inspiring workshop. And of course, shoutout to Ani’s Kitchen for the amazing food — it was enjoyed by everyone!
We’d also like to recognize Nelia and Nicole for volunteering during the session. As a small token of appreciation, they each received a journal from Alicia.
Finally, thank you to the Town of Hanover for hosting this event and supporting the WOWSA initiative.
Thank you again to everyone who joined us — your creativity and support are what make this community so special. Until next time, WOWSA network… keep creating, keep connecting, and keep lifting each other up!
Recent Events
Women Owned Business Tour
What a wonderful day in Harriston!
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for WOWSA’s Women-Owned Business Tour — it was such a joy to celebrate and support our amazing local women entrepreneurs!
We’re so grateful to the participating businesses — Changing Hands, Elora St. Flowers, The Perfect Piece, Kidding Around Toys, Ms. Beauty, and The Magic Ice Cream Shoppe — for opening their doors, offering demos, discounts, and behind the scenes tours. It was a truly welcoming experience.
Special thanks to May’s Café and Homestyles Bites and Catering for the delicious refreshments, and to our event sponsor, LaunchIt Business Exploration Centre, for helping make the day possible.
And of course, a big thank you to all who attended — your energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to shopping local made this event such a success!
Our Event
Testimonials
See what our WOWSA guests had to say about their experience — the energy, the magic, and the moments that made it unforgettable.
Nicole Fritz
WOWSA's Headshots & Facial Scrubs
Wonderful night, enjoyed meeting new people.
Luanne
WOWSA's Headshots & Facial Scrubs
Essentially Lavender was an amazing locatin for Headshots & Facial Scrubs. Wonderful opportunity to meet new people too!
Debby Keown
WOWSA's Women Owned Business Tour
Wow!! What a great evening! What a great way to showcase these incredible entrepreneurs and their businesses. I'm already planning a couple of outings with friends that will include some stops at these wonderful shops!
Thank you for the work that you put into it!
Cheryl Horrigan
WOWSA's Women Owned Business Tour
Great way to check out a small town you normally just drive through.
Lots of great local owned small business shops. Support local.
December Spotlight:
Liza Weltz
Liza Weltz, owner of Essential Wellness, is a Registered Reflexologist and holistic health practitioner dedicated to supporting natural healing and wellbeing for clients of all ages.
My name is Liza Weltz, and I live in Walkerton with my husband, Cory, and our three wonderful children. I’ve been part of the holistic health care community for over 13 years, and my work is centered around supporting the body’s natural ability to heal. As a Registered Reflexologist, I work with adults, toddlers, and even babies, offering gentle, effective treatments tailored to each client’s needs. I also provide a variety of relaxation massage services, including aromatherapy and hot stone, to help people unwind, restore balance, and reconnect with their wellbeing.
Two years ago, I opened my own clinic here in Walkerton, called Essential Wellness. It’s an inviting space where clients can explore natural approaches to health and healing. Holistic health options and plant
medicine are both deep passions of mine, and I truly believe in the power of nurturing the body through natural methods. My goal is always to create a calming, supportive experience that helps each person feel cared for, empowered, and more in tune with their own health.
Please join me at the next WOWSA event! I will be facilitating a session called “New Year, New Growth” on Jan. 14, 2026 in Walkerton. This hands-on session will include goal-setting exercises, and the creation of a personal vision board. Please watch for tickets to be announced soon!
Essential Wellness is located in Walkerton
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/essentialwellness_walkerton/?hl=en
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p/Essential-Wellness-100067925749609/
Women of Wellington Saugeen Area (WOWSA) inspires, empowers, and connects women in business in the County of Wellington and Saugeen River region, Ontario. Our mission is to provide training and networking events, fostering a supportive community for women to reach their full potential and contribute to their professional growth and success.
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Sponsor A WOWSA Event In Your Community!
Secure your exclusive sponsorship of a single WOWSA event for $350.
Your sponsorship includes:
- Two (2) tickets to your sponsored event ($40 value)
- Logo placement and links to your website in all event marketing materials, including WOWSA website, newsletter (2x) and on Facebook (4x)
- Recognition at event by WOWSA committee
- Opportunity to speak at event on related business or promotional topics
- Opportunity to place signage and/or distribute promotional materials to attendees during event
WOWSA’s Reach
- 25+ average attendees per event
- 650+ Facebook Page Likes
- 400+ E-Newsletter Subscribers
- Affiliation with local Chambers of Commerce and BIAs.
Our Mandate
The mandate of the Women of Wellington Saugeen Area is to give guidance and input related to business, by:
- encouraging leadership and innovation.
- facilitating networking and information exchange.
- serving as a sounding board for ideas and actions.
- offering events, workshops and seminars at a low cost.
Committee Members
- April Marshall, Economic Development Manager, Town of Hanover
- Rose Austin, General Manager, Saugeen Economic Development Corporation
- Rhonda Niesen, Municipality of South Bruce
- Heather Reeves, Renew Life Therapies & Yoga, Mount Forest
- Robyn Mulder, Economic Development Officer, Township of Wellington North
- Belinda Wick-Graham, Director of Economic and Community Development, Town of Minto
- Heather Watterworth, Creative Worth/Minto Chamber of Commerce
- Esperanza (Espe) Eusebio, Yoga Barn, Hanover Chamber of Commerce
Our Principals
- We provide inclusive engagement. We engage business women in ways that cross promote and build shared understanding and empathy.
- We value and celebrate the energy and capacity of the business community at the grassroots level.
- We balance a commitment to dialogue that generates new understanding and builds relationships with advancing concrete plans and actions.
Sponsor An Event
Secure your exclusive sponsorship of a single WOWSA event for $350.
Your sponsorship includes:
- Two (2) tickets to your sponsored event (valued at $40)
- Logo placement and links to your website in all event marketing materials, including WOWSA website, newsletter (2x) and on Facebook (4x)
- Recognition at event by WOWSA committee
- Opportunity to speak at event on related business or promotional topics
- Opportunity to place signage and/or distribute promotional materials to attendees during event