This in-person networking event is designed to strengthen relationships and spark new opportunities through guided conversations. Connect with like-minded professionals, share your business goals, and explore collaborations to kickstart your year with purpose.
Through guided networking activities, table talks, and action-focused discussions, you’ll share your vision, find potential collaborators, and leave feeling inspired and empowered. Whether you’re looking to build business partnerships or simply gain fresh perspectives, this event will set you up for a strong start to the year.
*Ecosystem Members register in the Members Portal.
Event Host: Tawney Noriega
Founder of Ventura County Business Women
Tawney Noriega is a passionate community builder and advocate for personal and professional empowerment. With a warm, authentic approach, Tawney blends inner work with practical business strategies to create meaningful connections and opportunities for growth. She thrives on inspiring others to embrace their unique strengths and align with their highest potential. Tawney’s leadership is grounded in fostering collaboration, innovation, and resilience, making her events a space where women can connect, share, and thrive together.
Ojai Chapter Chair: Tennay Anderson
Heritage Financial
Like all of us I wear a ton of hats - I was lucky enough to reconnect with my childhood sweetie 11 years ago and am now fortunate to be a carpenter’s wife and the mom of an badass little girl so I’m a chauffeur, a housekeeper, the finder of all lost things and I also moon light as a Mortgage Officer which basically means I can take on the sass of said little girl and go head to head with an underwriter like no one’s business.
Working in a locally owned and staffed mortgage brokerage, my goal is to help clients navigate the mortgage process and find solutions that suit their specific financial goals. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, looking to refinance, or exploring investment opportunities, I am committed to providing personalized service and support from start to finish. We offer a wide variety of products, competitive rates and flexible terms to tailor a mortgage that best fits you. Applying for a mortgage can be stressful, we bring the peace of mind!
Table Feature: Barrie Cohen
Meiners Oaks Community Garden
Sow, grow, connect
Barrie is an avid supporter of sustainable agriculture and healthy communities. Originally from New York, she has spent the last 2 years in Ojai building Meiners Oaks Community Garden. When she's not in the garden she can be found hiking, hanging with her puppy or spending hours drinking coffee.
Meiners Oaks Community Garden is a vibrant space where neighbors grow food, connect with nature, and build community. We offer garden beds, workshops, and events focused on sustainable gardening and food security. Whether you're a beginner or experienced gardener, there's a place for you here!
Table Feature: Angela Budreika
Blue Green Freedom
HEALTH, BEAUTY, AND LONGEVITY SECRETS
Hello, my name is Angela Budreika, and I am the Independent Business Owner of Blue Green Freedom, an online business. Focusing on natural wellness, the power of plants, and trusting in the body's own wisdom, Cerule International specializes in functional nutritional supplements and exquisite skin care from France. Created from blue green algae and other natural ingredients, the products are all based on scientific and clinical research. I have over 35 years of experience working internationally, with both distributors and customers, in the relationship marketing model. European travels for conventions have included Paris, Barcelona, and Rome. Expansion in the USA is a big goal!
WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK
Featured Coffee: Ojai Coffee Roasters
Since 1995, locals and visitors alike have been enjoying our coffee and tasty, fresh-baked treats in the heart of downtown Ojai. We continue to look ahead with the same mindset that got us started - to roast high-quality Arabica beans in small batches to get the most out of our cup. We're proud to support our community by offering locally baked pastries, showcasing work from artists in town, and donating to our city non-profits and schools. My family and I are proud to serve you. -Stacey
