Our Signature Morning of Connection, Empowerment, and Expansion
VCBW Coffee & Connection is where the Ventura County Business Women community comes alive. Held on the first Tuesday of every month, this in-person event brings together women who value depth, authenticity, and meaningful connection.
This space is designed for connection, empowerment, and expansion. Where conversations go beyond surface networking. You’ll share about yourself, your business, your goals, and meet local women who truly get the entrepreneurial journey.
Whether you're here to find collaborators, explore solutions, expand your network, or be inspired, Coffee & Connection offers the relationships, resources, and support that move your life and business forward.
Event Flow
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM | Open Networking
Coffee, tea, pastries
Visit Table Features
Browse the community promo table
Add your marketing materials
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Guided Networking
Share who you are & what you do
Explore community events & resources
Connect deeply with other women
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM | Guided Community Raffle
Spotlight member products/services
Opportunity to share your products/services
10:45 – 11:00 AM | Open Networking
Final connections
Resource sharing
Relationship building
Pricing:
Free to Ecosystem Members
$15 Guest Pass for Non-members
*Ecosystem Members register for event in the Member’s Portal.
Event Host: Tawney Noriega
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. Tawney’s leadership is grounded in fostering collaboration, innovation, and resilience, making her events a space where women can connect, share, and thrive together.
Table Feature: Cecelia Settem
Crowns And Hearts Boutique Spa
Cecelia Settem is the owner of Crowns & Hearts Boutique Spa in downtown Ventura, where she offers customized facials, massage, and restorative treatments designed to support both skin and nervous system health. Her approach combines results-driven care with deeply relaxing, intentional touch—creating an experience of effortless beauty and true restoration.
Table Feature: Mariekie Quinn
MQ Admin Services
MQ Admin Services is devoted to bringing clarity, calm, and Spirit-led structure to the lives of faith-based teams, visionary entrepreneurs, and retreat leaders. With over a decade of experience in administrative operations, communication systems, and creative project flow, I specialize in helping others move from overwhelm into ease. I find deep joy in bringing order to what feels chaotic, translating big ideas into grounded steps, and making sure nothing beautiful gets lost in the busyness.
Table Feature: Zoya
Healing With Compassion
Zoya Bokhoor, founder of Healing With Compassion. When you release unresolved grief and emotional weight, you don’t just feel better—you regain freedom of choice. Clarity replaces overwhelm. Ease replaces survival mode. In my work, I guide women to gently let go of what’s been holding them back so they can choose how they live, feel, and move forward with ease and compassion. Interested? Schedule a 30 minute private complimentary "Healing Forward" strategy session with me, personally.
Table Feature: Danielle Thomson
Honeyshine Calendula
Honeyshine creates clean, handmade calendula skincare for moms, kids, and even pups. Soothing, natural relief for eczema, dry skin, and everyday comfort—crafted with care from our family to yours.
Table Feature: Alex Tailor & Ben Grace
Dwelden
Dwelden is husband-and-wife duo Alex and Ben’s playground for creatively living, gathering, and feeling at home. We think a lamp should do more than light a corner. It should improve the way we experience space. Where most lighting is either pretty to look at or purely practical, we wanted both. The right glow can take the edge off a long day, make a room feel alive, or help us focus on an important task. So, we design lamps shaped by nature and built for hands-on assembly. Good design should shift your state of mind, not just your décor.
Table Feature: Annelore Obraza
Ojai Native Skincare
Ojai Native was born from a desire to slow down skincare and turn it into a ritual rather than a routine. Inspired by my Indigenous heritage and a lifelong connection to plants, land, and traditional healing practices, I formulate each product with intention—using locally sourced botanicals, herbs, and oils whenever possible. Many of our ingredients are grown, harvested, or infused right here in Ojai.
Our products are designed for women who want effective, clean skincare without overwhelm—especially those navigating sensitive skin, stress, hormonal changes, or simply craving a more grounded approach to self-care. From our Hydrating Rose Serum and Lavender Face Cream to our ritual oils and botanical hydrosols, everything is handcrafted in small batches with sustainability, transparency, and skin health at the forefront. Beyond skincare, Ojai Native is about reconnecting—to ourselves, our land, and the small daily rituals that support well-being.
Featured Morning Spread: Anna Santiago
Santiago and Company Catering
Anna Santiago is the chef and owner of Santiago and Company Catering, a Ventura County–based catering company specializing in elevated, thoughtfully prepared menus for weddings, corporate gatherings, and intimate events. With a background in professional kitchens and a passion for hospitality, Anna creates seasonal, globally inspired food experiences designed to bring people together—always with care, intention, and attention to detail.
Featured Coffee: Josselyn Rivera
Tired Mama Coffee
My name is Josselyn, a military spouse juggling two energetic kids and two lovable dogs, I know firsthand what it means to need that perfect cup of rejuvenation. My passion for business (backed by my degree in business 😉) combined with my love for quality coffee inspired me to create this cozy, home-based haven. At Tired Mama Coffee, I'm channeling my entrepreneurial spirit and caffeine expertise to serve up moments of bliss to everyone who walks through my door—whether you're running on empty or simply appreciate a thoughtfully crafted drink!
Tired Mama Coffee: An intimate, home-based coffee shop offering premium brews and a moment of tranquility for anyone needing a break from life's demands. Our coffee experience delivers comfort and renewed energy in every cup.
Event Lead: Gabriella Hilderbrand
Emerging Innovator
Gabriela is launching Emerging Innovators, an extension of VCBW designed for young professionals ages 18 to 24. This initiative provides a space for up-and-coming leaders to connect, learn, and gain access to the right resources and relationships that will support both their personal and professional growth. As a natural connector and leader, Gabriela is excited to create opportunities for young professionals to thrive.
