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.
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!
Save the Dates
WOWSA’s Upcoming Events!
Get ready, ladies! WOWSA has an exciting lineup of events planned just for you.
Whether you’re looking to level up your business, spark your creativity, or simply connect with inspiring women in your community, these gatherings are the perfect way to do it. Our past events have sold out quickly — so be sure to mark your calendars and stay tuned! From headshots and happy hour to business tours and a fresh start to the new year, you won’t want to miss what’s ahead.
Each WOWSA event is designed to foster connection, confidence, and community among local women. With unique themes, meaningful conversations, and a welcoming vibe, it’s more than just networking — it’s about building each other up and celebrating our collective growth. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram or keep watching this page to get all the latest details and be the first to register when tickets go live!
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.
November Spotlight:
Alicia Gibbons
Alicia Gibbons, owner and creator of The Space between with Alicia, is an emotional intelligence and mindset speaker and facilitator.
Although her business launched just three years ago, she has been an entrepreneur for most of her adult life, previously owning and operating a fashion retail store for many years. She said it was in the store that the vision for this business first came to thought. I spent so many years helping people feel creative and confident on the outside, but I knew I wanted to create a business that helped people have a strong foundation on the inside too. Unsure how it would all come together, she says she took a giant leap of faith and started searching for programs and courses that would align with that vision. Seven years after that initial thought, Alicia says she has found her truest calling, and a business that feels like home.
The Space Between with Alicia, specializes in workshops and programs for adults, teens, corporate and employment service teaching both online and in person. Her business empowers individuals and organizations to build stronger communication, tap into their creativity and build confidence and clarity within. It teaches the importance of staying true to who you are and embracing your unique gifts and talents.
She says no two days are the same and the amazing people and organizations she meets along the way are the icing on the cake when it comes to her career. Everyday I get the opportunity to teach people foundational tools that can help them thrive both personally and professionally - how amazing is that!! She says she gets to see first hand what can happen when people align with their most authentic selves, and truly realize that everything they need, is already within them! This business has allowed me to follow my purpose in the most beautiful way she says.
As a quote from Buddha, "Your purpose in life is find your purpose, and give your whole heart and soul to it" and that is a commitment Alicia says she honours fully - always leading this business with her heart and leaving people a little better then when she finds them.
The Space Between with Alicia is located in Paisley
Website www.thespacebetweenwithalicia.com
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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