ABOUT US
The Women R.I.S.E Mission
We are dedicated to empowering local women in business through community engagement, education, and networking opportunities. We're not just here to build businesses—we're here to build women up. Every touchpoint of Women RISE is rooted in connection, collaboration, and community.
We bring our mission to life through OUR GOALS
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We believe the foundation of a thriving business is genuine relationships. Our in-person gatherings are designed to feel like coming home—where every woman is seen, celebrated, and supported. These aren’t just networking events, they’re intentional spaces where aligned women connect, collaborate, and grow side by side.
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Inside our private Facebook group, connection doesn’t stop at events. It’s a daily space to give and receive support, share resources, ask questions, and lean into collective wisdom. It’s where our mission of community-over-competition truly comes to life.
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We know entrepreneurship is both an inner and outer journey. That’s why our workshops go beyond strategy. We bring in powerful speakers and thought leaders to pour into our members—offering tools, inspiration, and education that speak to the whole woman behind the brand.
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Our community is intentionally diverse—from creatives to coaches, product-based to service-based founders. We bring women from different industries together to spark fresh ideas, unexpected partnerships, and an expansive view of what’s possible when we rise together.
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Referrals here aren’t transactional—they’re rooted in trust. By showing up consistently, sharing who you are, and supporting others, your name naturally stays top of mind. It’s business built the way it should be: through alignment, heart, and mutual support.
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At the heart of it all, Women RISE exists to create a sisterhood of women who are growing their businesses and becoming the fullest version of themselves. We’re here for the late-night ideas, the courage it takes to pivot, the celebrations, and the breakdowns. This is where real women come to rise.
Ways to Get Started
Our Community Guidelines
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Every Woman Belongs Here
All women at every age and stage of business, are welcome—always.
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Soulful Accountability
Stay devoted to your vision while offering loving, aligned support to other women on their journeys.
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Giving with Heart
Lead with generosity. Trust that when you give business to others, it naturally flows back to you.
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Rooted in Sisterhood
We rise together. Prioritize deep connection, shared celebration, and soul-aligned support within the community.
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Engage with Intention
Show up fully—in person, online, in conversation, and in collaboration. Honor each woman’s work while allowing your own to be seen.
Our Founder
Laura lit the spark that became Women R.I.S.E. in Fall 2023, launching the movement through a powerful Facebook group that quickly evolved into a thriving community of 1,300+ ambitious, heart-led women. As the mastermind behind the scenes, she’s the engine that keeps everything running — from curating monthly networking events to managing all of our Marketing, Facebook group, Guest Speakers, Team Management and overall organizational structure. Laura doesn’t just keep things moving — she’s driving the vision forward with fierce clarity and purpose.
A Brand Strategist, Brand & Retreat Photographer, and somatic guide, Laura is on a mission to help women break free from imposter syndrome, burnout, and overwhelm — and rise into the full expression of their power. Her work is rooted in deep support, strategy, and soul — empowering women entrepreneurs to stop playing small and start owning their brilliance.
Meet Laura – the Visionary Behind Women R.I.S.E.
Women R.I.S.E Founder & CEO — Business Coach, Brand & Retreat Photographer, Somatic Guide
Meet the Women R.I.S.E Leadership Team
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Kris van Genderen
Women R.I.S.E Social Media Manager — Legacy Filmmaker & Healing Arts Practitioner
Women supporting women creates a ripple of empowerment and connection, and through social media, she helps us spread awareness to amplify our impact and build community.
Kris is a legacy filmmaker, EOL doula, and breathwork facilitator who also loves holding cacao and breathwork sessions to inspire connection and healing. With a background in journalism and over 15 years of filmmaking experience, she blends storytelling, mindfulness, and sacred rituals to help individuals and families preserve their legacies. Through her heartfelt work, Kris celebrates the beauty and sacredness of life’s journey.
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Amanda McCool
Women R.I.S.E Email Marketing & Volunteer Coordinator - Heyy McCool Marketing
Amanda is a copywriter and content strategist who specializes in crafting email campaigns, blog posts, and newsletters designed to help small businesses grow with clarity, connection, and purpose.
She is currently working on launching her passion project, Adventures with Doug and Jane—a children’s book series inspired by her grandparents. The series blends travel, curiosity, emotional growth, and storytelling to encourage kids to explore the world around them.
Outside of her professional work, Amanda is a single mother of two and a dedicated dog mom to Apple, her energetic pup, and Mickey, her sweet 16-year-old companion. As a neurodivergent and creative individual, she is committed to building a life of freedom, impact, and meaning—one word (and one project) at a time.
Being part of Women’s Rise holds deep significance for Amanda, as she believes that doing this work in community is far more powerful than going it alone.
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Korinne Akridge
Women R.I.S.E Project Manager - Retreat Leader & Coach
Korinne is a seasoned entrepreneur, facilitator, and former school founder who’s spent the last 25+ years helping others create meaningful change, from the classroom to the boardroom to the backcountry.
After building a thriving private school and navigating her own journey through cancer, burnout, and reinvention, Korinne shifted her focus to what felt most alive: helping others build businesses that are both powerful and deeply aligned.
Today, she leads Take Your Mind Outdoors, a retreat and coaching experience that combines nature, movement, and inquiry, and Take Your Mind Into Business, a course and coaching workshop for service-centered entrepreneurs ready to grow without sacrificing themselves.
As a member of Women RISE, Korinne is committed to fostering community where clarity, courage, and real conversations lead the way.
She’s based in Boulder and believes your next breakthrough might just be waiting on a trail.
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Gabby Rivas
Women R.I.S.E. Event Manager – Somatic Psychotherapist, LPCC
Gabby is a witchy somatic psychotherapist who supports women navigating the challenges of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). Her clients often experience anxiety, difficulty feeling safe in their bodies and relationships, struggles with setting boundaries, fear of rejection, emotional instability, and low self-worth.
With a deep passion for helping others find steadiness, self-connection, healing, and wholeness, Gabby brings her vibrant Gemini energy into an integrative, soul-centered approach. Her work weaves together menstrual cycle awareness, body-based therapy, parts work, ritual, experiential practices, tarot, and AcuDetox (ear acupuncture) to support holistic transformation of both mind and body.
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Jennah Synnestvedt
Women R.I.S.E Website Designer — New Earth Brands
With 23+ years of branding experience, including a B.F.A. in Communications Design from Pratt Institute in NYC, Jennah is a creative director and graphic artist who loves and enjoys bringing a clear vision into brand expression. At times she channels the design, and, in some cases, works with freelance creatives who are a good fit. Over the years, Jennah has worked with a wide range of visionary clients and their world-changing brands. As a freelancer in NYC, she learned about the highest quality creative work as a designer for Graphis and The One Club for Art & Copy, and Jennah also worked on a team as the art director and designer for the first and second ever national advertising campaign for Burt’s Bees.
When Jennah returned to her home state of Colorado in 2011, she started sharing her experience with more types of small businesses including coaches, authors, healers, artists, and tradespeople. Since she is also an inuitive who has traveled and worked globally, clients often work with her because she understand them on many levels and with great sensitivity.
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Mina Satori
Women R.I.S.E Sponsorship Coordinator — Satori International LLC
Mina is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and founder of Satori International LLC, has over 16 years of experience empowering women entrepreneurs and leaders to build thriving businesses and create a healthy life-work balance. Her focus lies in leadership development, business strategy, and true lasting transformations. Mina’s coaching philosophy emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, helping clients achieve breakthroughs by addressing core challenges and discovering actionable solutions.
As the former President of the ICF Orange County Chapter, she contributed to advancing professional coaching standards and community education. Mina’s dedication to elevating women leaders aligns with the vision of Women R.I.S.E, and her mission is to create a world where women thrive fearlessly in both business and life.
Our Venue Hosts:
Kiln is more than just a coworking space. It’s a dynamic community designed to elevate both your lifestyle and performance. Here, every detail is thoughtfully crafted to fuel creativity, productivity, and connection. As a Kiln member, you gain access to beautifully designed coworking spaces, private offices, and meeting rooms, giving you the flexibility to shape your perfect workday. Come experience Kiln for yourself; your best work starts here!
Interested in volunteering at one of our next events?
We are looking for volunteers to support our networking events including set up, cleanup, greeting, and providing snacks or non alcoholic drinks. All volunteers will receive a special shout out in addition to a flyer featuring their name, photo, and business info at the event you work at.