A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Midwest Mujeres Community
This Thanksgiving we are feeling extra grateful for you! Your energy and support fuel our mission, and we are so lucky to have you in our corner as we work to close the gender wage gap. Thank you for being an integral part of this journey.
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we recognize the everlasting impact of Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities and their role in shaping our nation. It's a time to acknowledge our nation's history and the lasting effects of past injustices while embracing the strength we all share to stand up and do the work together.
Native American veterans, who serve in the U.S. military at one of the highest rates of any ethnic group, also deserve our honor.
Learn more about the Native American Rights Fund (NARF), which works to protect Native American rights through litigation and advocacy. [Link Here]
As the holiday season approaches, we hope your days are filled with meaningful moments of connection and courage. This time of year often invites us to focus on what matters mostāwhether it's family, community, or the journey ahead. Sincere conversations are always worth having, and if ever you need a supportive network, Midwest Mujeres is here for you, always rooting for your growth and success. For those ready to take the next step in business, weāre here to help you every step of the way. In today's edition, we are excited to share an upcoming local event!
Celebrate a Decade of Creativity with Paquita Purnell and Blessed Divine Creations!
Paquita Purnell, proud owner and founder of Blessed Divine Creations LLC, is celebrating 10 years of custom creations alongside her mother, Paulette. To mark this incredible milestone, they are hosting a magical Masquerade Ball in Janesville, WI.
Date:Ā Saturday, December 7th
Time:Ā 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Location:Ā AmericInn Ballroom 3900 Milton Ave Janesville, WI 53545
Age:Ā 21+
Free Parking Available!
What began in 2010 with Paquita crafting a special Easter basket for her daughter has grown into a thriving business! After sharing her talent with her church, Paquitaās love for her craft has turned into a decade of creativity, faith, and community. This event celebrates the amazing journey and the community that has supported her every step of the way!
As we celebrate Paquitaās journey, we also want to shine a light on the organizations and resources that have played a key role in her success. Paquitaās achievements were made possible with guidance and support from impactful organizations like Rock County Jumpstart, Upstart University of Wisconsin, WWBIC, the Progress Center for Black Women, and our own Midwest Mujeres Be Bold and Take the MicĀ program.
Take the time to explore these valuable resources by visiting their websites. They are here to support your growth as an entrepreneur and community leader.
At Midwest Mujeres, we are so proud of Paquita. She embodies the spirit of what it means to be bold. Her story is one that resonates with so many, and weāre grateful to have found each other along the way. Paquitaās journey through our Be Bold and Take the MicĀ program was about more than just business tipsāit was about finding her voice, sharing her truth, and stepping into the fullness of who she is.
Through the program, Paquita learned to elevate her message and step confidently into the spotlight. As she puts it,
āPeople knew me as Paquita the entrepreneur... Midwest Mujeres helped me present myself and shine as Paquita the person. My story resonated with many, and now the business is known for me."
To learn more about the Be Bold and Take the MicĀ program, read our blog post about this past cohort, in which Paquita was a bold participant. Click this Link or the button below.
Masquerade Event Highlights: With an exciting mix of comedy, music, food, and more, this Masquerade Ball is set to be a memorable and entertaining evening for all!
Comedian Emmett "Craz-E" Cannon will deliver a lively and hilarious stand-up performance, bringing his unique comedic style to the event.
Hostess Adriana Sanders will expertly guide the evening, keeping all our guests entertained and engaged.
J. Scott Entertainment will set the perfect mood for dancing and socializing all night. Get your groove on!
Decor by Johnetta Marton of Royalty Fitness and Events will transport you into a mesmerizing world of masquerade.
Enter to win exciting Raffle prizes
Get inspired and motivated as we celebrate 10 successful years of entrepreneurship, featuring powerful speeches.
Food will be catered by C&J BBQ & Soul Food Catering
Reserve your seats by clicking the link or the button below!
Visit the Website!
Blessed Divine Creations offers an easy-to-use website for all clients! You can shop the online catalog, view all products and services, and request additional information and assistance using the chat feature.
Online Store and Website: Link
Follow Blessed Divine Creations on Social Media
Instagram: @Blesseddivinecreations
LinkedIn: @Blesseddivinecreationsllc
Contact by Phone: (608)921-2611
Contact by Email: Blesseddivinecreations@gmail.com
Gifts, baskets, and more created just for youĀ
-Blessed Divine Creations LLC
Come have a Ball on Saturday, December 7th at the AmericInn Ballroom in Janesville
Thank you for this community.
Thank you for what you've helped us build.
"Together, we will close the wage gap for all!"
-Midwest Mujeres
Araceli Esparza
Founder, Director, Midwest Mujeres Inc.
Executive Board
Aida LeFlore, Paula Steinhorst, Sonia Tellez
Advisory Board & Volunteers
Jonathan Delgado, Yazmin Sulem Lopez, Liz Camacho, Giovanni Aleman Sotelo
Website Designer
Carla Iris
Blogger
Fernanda Alayo Cordova
Our 1.2K Midwest Mujeres Members!!
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