Coffee and Connections - Sept. 18th 2026 (Bring a Friend)

Hosted by Chapter President Rachel Simms, RGD

Featuring Venue Host: Tree Ryde @ Hypnosis Training Canada

Some of the best business opportunities start with a single conversation. This month, we're making that happen.

Join us for Coffee & Connections — a morning designed for real talk, real connection, and real collaboration. No fluff, no formalities. Just a room full of women in business who are ready to show up for each other.

FemCity is not like other networking communities — we lead with heart and strategy. For over 16 years and 25,000+ members globally, FemCity has created opportunities, mentorship, and sisterhood for women entrepreneurs ready to grow with intention. This intimate Coffee & Connection gathering brings that spirit to life locally through inspired conversation, curated introductions, and collaborative masterminding.

Our Venue

This month, we're gathering at the beautiful Hypnosis Training Canada, hosted by local Burlington business owner Tree Ryde. We love supporting women-owned spaces, and HTC is exactly the kind of warm, elevated environment that sets the tone for the morning we have planned. Melanie Holek of Crafted Promotions generously provides coffee, tea, and snacks. Google Map Direction

What to Expect

You'll kick things off with 30-second introductions.

This month's Speaker Spotlight is our very own Chapter President, Rachel Simms, RGD, sharing "Your ICA Isn't Broken — It's Just Unused" — a practical look at how to actually use your Ideal Client Avatar as a working decision filter in your business, not just a document you built once.

We're also thrilled to welcome Erika Matkovich of Matko Photo, who will be offering Icebreaker Portraits throughout the morning.

Your session includes:

• 5-minute session sometime during the morning.
• 2 final images (additional photos available for purchase directly through Erika).

These aren't your stiff, formal headshots — think fun, authentic photos that actually show your personality and help you attract your ideal client.

Add this to your ticket at checkout, limited to the first 10 people — once you've added it on, we'll add you to the queue.

☕ Doors open at 9:30 AM

🎁 Door Prize Sponsor spots available — add on at checkout for $5

📸 Icebreaker Portraits — ticket add-on, limited to 10 spots — you'll be queued for your 5-minute session throughout the morning

09:30 am - 10:00 am: Arrive & Open Networking (Icebreaker Portrait queue opens)

10:00 am - 10:10 am: Welcome & Housekeeping

10:10 am - 10:30 am: Connection Introductions

10:30 am - 10:50 am: Speaker Spotlight with Rachel Simms — Your ICA Isn't Broken, It's Just Unused

10:50 am - 11:00 am: Break (Icebreaker Portraits continue)

11:00 am - 11:15 am: Door Prizes

11:15 am - 11:30 am: Wrap Up & Goodbyes

Who This Is For

This event is for women in business who are ready to invest in their networks, visibility, and growth. Whether you're a longtime FemCity member or attending for the first time, you'll find a room full of women who genuinely want to see you succeed.

This is more than a networking event — it's a safe, energizing space to connect around shared values, real conversations, and collective momentum.

Early registration is encouraged — spots are limited, and this one will fill up. We can't wait to welcome you. 🥰