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.
February Spotlight:
Jenn Walker
Jenn Walker is a high-energy mindset mentor, speaker, and the founder of Dive Heart First, where she helps heart-centred entrepreneurs tap into their limitless potential and create meaningful impact—without burning themselves out.
Known for her unwavering positivity and perspective-shifting approach, Jenn believes business is a powerful vehicle for personal growth and social change.
An adventurer at heart and a leader by design, Jenn brings bold insight, practical tools, and authentic connection to everything she does—whether she’s working one-on-one, leading workshops, or speaking on stage. She leaves people inspired, motivated, and equipped to take action right away.
Jenn is also the voice behind The Dive Heart First Podcast, sharing honest conversations and actionable insights designed to help entrepreneurs grow with clarity, confidence, and heart. In addition, she connects with her community through her weekly newsletter, Dive Heart First Into Your Inbox, where she delivers thoughtful mindset shifts, inspiration, and practical takeaways straight to your inbox.
She will also take the stage as the Keynote Speaker for WOWSA’s International Women’s Day event on March 12, where she will explore this year’s theme, Give to Gain, and challenge traditional beliefs around effort, success, and impact—empowering leaders to grow their businesses on their own terms.
Latest WOWSA Event
New Year New Growth
Thank you for joining us at WOWSA's: New Year New Growth!
What a night!
A huge thank you to Liza Weltz of Essential Wellness for leading an inspiring WOWSA session full of goal-setting, personal development, and vision board creation. Attendees left motivated and ready to take on 2026 with purpose!
A special shoutout to Brockton for sponsoring the event and treating everyone to delicious refreshments and warm drinks — your support made the evening even more enjoyable!
Thanks to everyone who joined us for this empowering evening. Here’s to dreaming big, setting goals, and supporting each other every step of the way!
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.
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