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When I think about the power of community and the strength of women coming together, I feel inspired every single day. There is something truly magical about women supporting women, especially when it comes to Latina and other Black and Brown women entrepreneurs. These women are not just building businesses; they are building legacies. And that’s exactly what the Midwest Mujeres Collective is all about—empowering women through connection, education, and opportunity. Let me take you on a journey through how empowering women workshops can transform lives, uplift communities, and create lasting change. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow your business, these workshops offer practical tools and heartfelt encouragement to help you thrive. Why Empowering Women Workshops Matter Empowering women workshops are more than just events—they are catalysts for change. They provide a safe space where women can learn, share, and grow together. For Latina and other Black and Brown women entrepreneurs, these workshops are especially vital because they address unique challenges and celebrate cultural strengths. Here’s why these workshops are so important: Skill Building: From marketing to finance, workshops teach essential business skills. Networking: You meet like-minded women who understand your journey. Confidence Boost: Learning new skills and hearing success stories builds self-belief. Access to Resources: Workshops often connect you to funding, mentorship, and tools. Community Support: You gain a tribe that cheers you on and lifts you up. Imagine walking into a room filled with women who look like you, share your dreams, and want to see you succeed. That energy is contagious and empowering! Eye-level view of a workshop room with women engaged in a business seminar What to Expect from Empowering Women Workshops If you’ve never attended an empowering women workshop, you might wonder what it’s really like. Let me paint a picture for you. These workshops are dynamic, interactive, and designed to meet you where you are in your entrepreneurial journey. Here’s what you can expect: Interactive Learning: Forget boring lectures. These workshops use hands-on activities, group discussions, and real-life case studies. Expert Guidance: Experienced facilitators and successful entrepreneurs share their knowledge and tips. Personalized Support: You get feedback tailored to your business challenges. Goal Setting: Workshops help you set clear, actionable goals to move your business forward. Celebration of Culture: Your identity and heritage are honored and woven into the learning experience. For example, a workshop might focus on digital marketing strategies tailored for small businesses owned by women of color. You’ll leave with a clear plan and the confidence to implement it. How Midwest Mujeres Creates Impact The midwest mujeres collective is a shining example of how empowering women workshops can make a real difference. This organization is dedicated to uplifting Latina and other Black and Brown women entrepreneurs by providing them with the tools and support they need to succeed. Here’s how Midwest Mujeres creates impact: Tailored Workshops: They design workshops that address the specific needs of their community. Mentorship Programs: Experienced business owners mentor newcomers. Advocacy: They work to close the gender wage gap and promote economic equity. Community Events: Regular meetups and networking events foster connection. Resource Sharing: Access to grants, loans, and business development resources. By focusing on economic survival and success, Midwest Mujeres helps women not only grow their businesses but also find their voices in the marketplace. Woman entrepreneur engaged in a workshop session Practical Tips to Make the Most of Empowering Women Workshops Attending a workshop is just the beginning. To truly benefit, you want to be prepared and proactive. Here are some practical tips to help you get the most out of your experience: Come with Questions: Think about your biggest business challenges and bring them to the table. Network Actively: Don’t be shy! Introduce yourself and exchange contact info. Take Notes: Write down key takeaways and action steps. Follow Up: Reach out to new contacts and mentors after the event. Apply What You Learn: Put new strategies into practice quickly to see results. Stay Open-Minded: Be ready to try new ideas and approaches. Remember, workshops are a chance to invest in yourself and your business. The more you engage, the more you’ll gain. Building a Supportive Community Beyond Workshops Empowerment doesn’t stop when the workshop ends. The real magic happens when you continue to build relationships and support systems. Here’s how you can keep the momentum going: Join Local Groups: Look for business groups or collectives like Midwest Mujeres. Create Accountability Partners: Pair up with another entrepreneur to check in regularly. Attend Events: Keep showing up for networking and learning opportunities. Share Your Story: Inspire others by sharing your journey and successes. Give Back: Volunteer or mentor to strengthen the community. Building a supportive network is one of the best investments you can make. It helps you stay motivated, overcome obstacles, and celebrate wins together. Your Next Step Toward Empowerment If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, I encourage you to explore empowering women workshops. They are designed to equip you with the skills, confidence, and connections you need to thrive. And remember, you’re not alone on this journey. Organizations like Midwest Mujeres are here to support you every step of the way. So, what are you waiting for? Dive in, connect, and grow. Your future self will thank you! Empowering women workshops are more than just learning sessions—they are transformative experiences that open doors and hearts. By embracing these opportunities, you’re not only investing in your business but also contributing to a stronger, more equitable community. Let’s keep lifting each other up and making waves together!

Cyber Cafecito: National Latino Heritage Month Bingo Celebrate Latino Heritage Month with us during your lunch break and meet this year's 2026 Cohort de Mujeres, who are dedicating their time to learning the art of storytelling! October 15, 2026 12:00 PM Meet the women in this exclusive preview event! Help us help them--get some practice speaking to a virtual audience! Liliana Espejel: A Mexican immigrant, robotics engineer, and former commercial leader exploring reinvention, theater, and storytelling after rebuilding her life in the United States. Christina Pardo: An experienced restaurant manager transforming her hospitality and leadership skills into a meal-preparation business. Monica Weitzel: A bilingual hospitality and community-engagement professional who brings people together through partnerships, volunteering, and digital communication. Jacqueline Munguia Holland: A first-generation Mexican American and experienced HR leader carrying her family’s resilience forward while redefining strength and leadership. Jacquelyne Garcia: A first-generation Latina entrepreneur and owner of Mystic Cleaning and Iron 872 Strength Training, learning to build success without sacrificing her wellness. Rosa Edwards: Founder of Rosa Cares LLC, providing compassionate in-home care while growing her confidence, visibility and community partnerships. Shazia Kirmani: A mother and spiritual seeker from a Pakistani immigrant family exploring identity, purpose, belonging, and human connection. Dia Vang: A developing storyteller strengthening her confidence, public-speaking skills and belief in the value of her experiences. Missy Husband: A mother, chef, entrepreneur, and real-estate professional creating cultural connection through Kulture Kitchen’s South African food and hospitality. Milsa Nagaraj: A Mexican immigrant and administrative manager at Extended Hands Pantry who combines organizational leadership with service to local families. Francis Flores Ahumada: A Spanish-speaking Latina professional developing the confidence to share her story and speak publicly within a supportive community. Diana Pacheco Sanchez: A mother, tax-business owner, and advocate for immigrant children who transformed a difficult season through faith, perseverance, and service. Luz Maria Padilla: An immigrant mother beginning a new career in real estate and proving that it is never too late to create new opportunities. Olivia Buenrostro Soto: An educator, senior financial advisor, and nonprofit co-founder who has dedicated her career to helping families build stability and new beginnings. Scarlet: A Dominican-born Business Administration student and insurance professional motivated by learning, helping others, and creating greater opportunities for her family.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Staff, Midwest Mujeres E-mail: info@midwestmujeres.com, hola@midwestmujeres.com Midwest Mujeres Inc. presents Voices & Dreams Live 2026 Theme: American Dream: Atravez de Los Ojos de Mujeres | Through the Eyes of Women Madison, WI — Midwest Mujeres Inc. will bring women’s voices to the stage this fall for Voices & Dreams Live | Voces y Sueños en Vivo, the culminating community event of the 2026 Voices & Dreams Academy, on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at the Goodman Community Center in Madison, Wisconsin. GET THE PDF PRESS RELEASE HERE! This is Midwest Mujeres' annual storytelling event! This year’s theme, The American Dream: Atravez de Los Ojos de Mujeres| Through the Eyes of Women, asks a powerful question: What does the American Dream look like through the eyes of women from the Americas? Through personal storytelling, women will share lived experiences of work, family, entrepreneurship, migration, identity, economic survival, resilience, and the dreams they are building for themselves and their communities. Storytelling is an art, and Midwest Mujeres Inc. gives our working women time and space to dive deeper. “For years, we have said that our stories have value. This year, we are asking women to tell us what the American Dream actually looks like through their eyes,” says Araceli Esparza, Founder and Executive Director of Midwest Mujeres Inc. “These women are not statistics. They are workers, mothers, entrepreneurs, leaders, artists, and dreamers. When we give women the tools and the space to tell their own stories, we begin to understand economic opportunity in a completely different way.” In 2026, Midwest Mujeres expands that conversation through Voices & Dreams Academy, a leadership, workforce development, and storytelling program that helps women build confidence, develop their voices, strengthen professional and entrepreneurial skills, and turn lived experience into leadership. Pictures by Cass Hoye of Brand Haus Throughout the Academy, participants work alongside coaches, mentors, and community leaders to develop their stories and prepare to share them publicly. The November 1 event is more than a graduation. It is an opportunity for the wider community to witness what happens when women are given space to define success for themselves. Voices & Dreams Live | Voces y Sueños en Vivo will feature stories from first-generation Latina, Black, and other women from our communities whose lives reflect both the barriers and possibilities behind the idea of the American Dream. Their stories explore not only where they have been, but where they are going. A women’s storytelling event in Madison, WI What does it mean to earn? To belong? To build something of your own? To start again? To create opportunities for your children? To dream when the traditional American Dream was never designed with your experience in mind? Midwest Mujeres invites community members, employers, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, educators, families, and supporters to join us on November 1 to listen, connect, and celebrate these women. Because when women have the confidence and opportunity to tell their stories, their voices can become strategies, their experiences can become leadership, and their dreams can create change. EVENT DETAILS Voices & Dreams Live | Voces y Sueños en Vivo 2026 Theme: The American Dream: A través de los ojos de mujeres | Through the Eyes of Women Sunday, November 1, 2026 Goodman Community Center 149 Waubesa Street, Madison, Wisconsin 53704 Tickets available at: https://www.midwestmujeres.com/event-details-registration/voices-and-dreams-live-voces-y-suenos-en-vivo ABOUT MIDWEST MUJERES INC. Midwest Mujeres Inc. is a Madison-based nonprofit organization working to reduce poverty and income inequality by creating educational, leadership, storytelling, and economic-development opportunities for women, particularly first-generation Latina and Black women. Through programs such as Voices & Dreams Academy, Midwest Mujeres creates spaces where women can build confidence, strengthen their professional and entrepreneurial skills, develop their stories, and connect with the people and resources that can help move their dreams forward. We educate. We connect. We amplify. Women transform. Communities thrive. MEDIA CONTACT Midwest Mujeres Inc., 306 E. Wilson St., Suite 2e, Madison, WI 53703 Media interviews and storyteller interviews are available upon request. Major Event Sponsors include: TruStage Ascendium Old National Bank Madison Community Foundation Dane Arts: "This project is supported by Dane Arts with additional funds from the Frautschi and Rowland Foundations, Diane Ballweg, and the Endres Mfg. Company Foundation.” Logo | Dane Arts Logo | Dane Arts Associated Bank Gener8tor Dane County Civil Rights Department Madison Arts Commission Willy Street Co-op Centro Summit Credit Union Synergy Designs AE Consulting Leflore Accounting UnityHealthPoint Evjue Foundation Alvarado Realty Madison College Center for Entrepreneurship Madison Downtown Inc. MG&E Wisconsin Arts Board Walmart

Valued Midwest Mujeres Business Member < Return to Listing Connect with Business Bluming Sol Fitness Industry Type: Health & Wellness / Fitness Bluming Sol Studio is a Latina-owned Pilates and wellness studio founded by Audrey Blum in New Glarus, Wisconsin. Built around the belief that movement and wellness should feel welcoming, accessible, and rooted in community, Bluming Sol offers mat Pilates, yoga, meditation, and other wellness experiences for a wide range of ages and fitness levels. Audrey created Bluming Sol after relocating to Wisconsin, bringing together her passion for Pilates, her Latina heritage, and her desire to create a space where people can build strength, confidence, and meaningful connections. The name itself reflects that story—“Sol” represents the sun and her maiden name, Solis, while “Blum” represents her married name and the idea of continuing to bloom through every season of life. What began as a small Pilates practice has grown organically into a community-focused wellness studio that also prioritizes collaboration with other instructors, local businesses, and organizations. At the heart of Bluming Sol is a simple philosophy: Community + Wellness + Movement — Stronger Together. Business Email Address: blumingsol.fitness@gmail.com Meta Tags / Business Identifiers: fitness, Health & Wellness / Fitness, Personal Training Previous Next

Valued Midwest Mujeres Business Member < Return to Listing Connect with Business The Divine Solutionist Industry Type: Professional Services Paquita Reddish is a transformational speaker, author, entrepreneur, and strategic coach known as The Divine Solutionist, a bold voice at the intersection of purpose, power, and execution. She is the founder of Blessed Divine Creations, an award-winning retail gift shop and event design company celebrating over 12 years in business, and the creator of The Dominion Strategy, a framework that helps entrepreneurs lead with clarity, purpose, and disciplined execution. Paquita is the author of Anointed Through the Ashes and a contributing author to the Amazon #1 Best Selling anthology When Everything Changed, I Became Myself through the WHEN Stories movement. Her signature keynote, Refined by Fire: A Journey of Faith, Healing, and Purpose, has been presented at Yo Quiero Dinero and YWCA Until Justice Is…. She also hosts Boss Chick Testimonies, a podcast exploring faith, business, and bold conversations, and serves as Executive Director of The VLM Legacy Foundation, advancing entrepreneurship and economic empowerment in underserved communities. Business Email Address: thedivinesolutionist@gmail.com Meta Tags / Business Identifiers: Professional Services, branding, entrepreneurs Previous Next

Midwest Mujeres empowers Latina and Black women in Wisconsin through storytelling, leadership training, and entrepreneurship support. Join Voces y Sueños Nov 8 in Madison, WI. About Us Midwest Mujeres Collective is a nonprofit organization that educates entrepreneurial women to grow their businesses, expand employment opportunities, and amplify their voices. Welcome future company owners, restaurant owners, nonprofit founders, coaches, marketers, financial advisors, solopreneurs, crafters, artists, hustlers, weekend food makers, cooks, pastry chefs, coaches, lifestyle influencers, and self-published authors. +++ Midwest Mujeres Collective es una organización sin fines de lucro que impulsa a mujeres emprendedoras con educación, herramientas y comunidad para hacer crecer sus negocios, generar más oportunidades de empleo y fortalecer su voz como líderes. ¡Bienvenidas! Ya sea que sueñes con abrir tu propia empresa, un restaurante, una organización sin fines de lucro o que ya estés emprendiendo, este espacio es para ti. ¿Prefieres navegar en español? Haz clic en el ícono del idioma ubicado en la esquina superior izquierda del sitio web para cambiar el contenido al español. Si estás usando un teléfono móvil, encontrarás el ícono justo debajo del botón del menú. Mentorship, Networking, and Storytelling to close the gender wage gap. Read More Upcoming Events Membership Offer Fri, Oct 02 Cafecito con Comunidad / Comfort Suites Madison West - Middleton Tickets/Entrada Oct 02, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Comfort Suites Madison West - Middleton, 1253 John Q Hammons Dr, Madison, WI 53717, USA Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the Latino Professional Association (LPA) cafecito. Join us for an engaging convo about heritage, resilience, leadership, and the journeys of local Hispanic and Latino changemakers. +4 more Membership Offer Thu, Oct 15 Cyber Cafecito: National Hispanic Heritage Month / Virtual Event Tickets/Entrada Oct 15, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Virtual Event Join a local Latina-led nonprofit, Midwest Mujeres/Women from Milwaukee, Janesville, South Madison, and Tejas, to celebrate our stories and get storytelling tips from our secret guest speaker! She is a local Latina, podcast host, singer, dancer, and amplifier of local stories! +1 more Sun, Nov 01 Altar Comunitario del Día de los Muertos| Community Altar at Goodman Community Center / Goodman Community Center Tickets/Entrada Nov 01, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Goodman Community Center, 149 Waubesa St, Madison, WI 53704, USA Únete a nuestro **Altar Comunitario del Día de los Muertos** para honrar a nuestros seres queridos, celebrar nuestras tradiciones y compartir recuerdos en comunidad. Membership Offer Sun, Nov 01 Voices and Dreams Live | Voces y Sueños en Vivo / Goodman Community Center Tickets/Entrada Nov 01, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Goodman Community Center, 149 Waubesa St, Madison, WI 53704, USA Real women. Powerful stories. Big dreams. Join us as the women of Voices & Dreams take the stage and redefine the American Dream. A bilingual show; all are welcome +7 more Nuestros Eventos! Our Stories Have Value! Stay connected con nuestra comunidad. Subscribe to get updates about our educational workshops. Yes! I'd like to receive marketing alerts from Midwest Mujeres. View terms of service. Subscribe Thanks for subscribing! We never sell or share your information. Become One of Our Valued Midwest Members Welcome to Midwest Mujeres! Are you ready to grow your dream business and connect with a community that understands your culture and challenges? With our membership, you'll enjoy free coaching, monthly expert industry calls, fun art outings, and cozy Cafecito meet-ups! Click below, Jefa (boss woman); together, we will thrive! Become a Member Sponsor Voces y Sueños Academy Join Voces y Sueños Academy, a transformational accelerator designed to support Latina entrepreneurs—especially those over 50—on their journey to financial success! Join Now > Membership Become a member and gain access to exclusive events, Free Coaching, and free advertising in our blog! Learn from mujeres just like you! Someone who is strong and has a story to tell. Read More > Empowerment We help Latina and Black women business owners to Network, Start, and Grow their reach! Read More > Yazmin Lopez Being part of Midwest Mujeres has been a huge game changer for me, I found a community to be part of! Thank You Jongela Randle This class was such a great experience. Just being able to be with like-minded women weekly...is great. But to be in that space and Learn SO much just made it that much more special! I really appreciate the opportunity and would DEFINITELY do it again. Thank you Karina Sucasaire "This experience gave me the strength to face my fear of public speaking, even though English is not my first language. I can't believe I did it!" Midwest Mujeres Supporters