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In Career Gems March 4, 2024 By Esther Ijewere

Women of Rubies Sip and Network Event Celebrates Female Leadership and Success

The Women of Rubies Sip and Network event held on February 25th, 2024, at the prestigious Naijajollof Downtown Toronto Event Center, was met with resounding success. The event brought together a diverse group of remarkable business owners from across Ontario for an evening of inspiration, networking, and empowerment.

The event featured esteemed speakers including Nkechi Ahanor-Wilson, Funmi Ayowole, and Chichi Okichie, who captivated the audience with their insights and expertise. Funmi Ayowole, as the first speaker, delved into the importance of emotional wellness for women, the significance of maintaining a healthy routine, and the practice of mindfulness in daily life. Chichi Okichie shared invaluable insights on the underutilized potential of Facebook for business owners, emphasizing its role in enhancing media visibility and brand recognition.

Nkechi Ahanor-Wilson, the founder of the successful hair brand Cacosa Hair, shared her journey of transforming pain into passion and profit, highlighting the importance of setting healthy boundaries as business owners to foster growth and prevent exploitation.

The event also featured an enlightening interview conducted by Esther Ijewere, the founder of Women of Rubies, with Beauty Obasuyi, the founder of Naijajollof and a real estate expert. Beauty shared the inspiration behind her business, which began in 2018 and has since expanded to six locations across Canada. She also revealed the motivations behind her Guinness World Record attempt for the longest cooking hours, which lasted for an impressive 18 days.

Attendees had the opportunity to engage in networking sessions, facilitating connections and knowledge sharing among participants. Nike Kay -Okunubi expressed her newfound understanding of the importance of boundaries and intentionality in networking, while Julia Biebem of Grandieu Event felt inspired by Nkechi’s session and aims to apply the lessons learned to enhance her business endeavours. Angela Ikogho of Wraptuckmore stressed the significance of assertiveness and the ability to say no in navigating business challenges.

The event, expertly compered by Blessing Timidi Digha, a community development advocate and content creator, was attended by notable business owners and entrepreneurs who left feeling empowered and motivated to pursue their goals.

Esther Ijewere, the convener of the event, expressed her delight at the overwhelming success of the inaugural live event in Canada, affirming the Sip and Network movement’s commitment to empowering women to embrace their uniqueness. She looks forward to future events that promise to be impactful and value-driven.

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In Editor's Choice September 11, 2023 By Women of Rubies

Highlights Of The Women Of Rubies Media Visibility BootCamp (Video Recording)

The recently concluded Women of Rubies Media Visibility BootCamp proved to be a resounding success, delivering two days of empowerment, education, and valuable insights to participants. The event, which took place on the 11th and 12th of August, 2023 featured an impressive lineup of speakers and panellists who shared their expertise on personal branding, financial empowerment, media navigation, mental health, and more.

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Day 1: Empowering Women’s Journeys Begins

The event kicked off with a dynamic lineup on Day 1, featuring Esther Ijewere, Nora Agbakhamen, and Chichi Uchendu. Esther Ijewere’s inspiring insights on the importance of building a strong online presence set the tone for the day, followed by Nora Agbakhamen’s captivating take on storytelling. She emphasized the power of storytelling in media, underscoring the significance of connecting with audiences through compelling narratives.

Chichi Uchendu shed light on lucrative opportunities to make money from home, empowering women to harness their skills and passions for financial independence.

Day 2: Fireside Presentations and Main Sessions

Day 2 commenced with a thought-provoking fireside presentation featuring Nikki Porcher, Funmi Ayowole, Ariyike Akinbobola, and Mariam Muritala. Their discussions explored empowerment, mental health, having a clean media brand, and success stories. Nikki Porcher empowering talk highlighted the role of media exposure in empowering black women, motivating attendees to take charge of their narratives. while Funmi Ayowole addressed the critical intersection of mental health and media exposure, underscoring the importance of self-care and well-being.

Ariyike Akinbobola shared the importance of having a clean brand that can stand the test of time, while Mariam Muritala shared her journey of building Canada Vendors, inspiring others to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.

The day then evolved into the main session, beginning with Tosin Ajibade’s expert advice on media navigation, she provided practical tips for effectively leveraging media platforms, and Gusi Tobby shared insights on positioning for media features, guiding participants on how to capture media attention effectively.

Brenda Okorogba closed the bootcamp with an impactful session on personal branding, urging attendees to embrace their authenticity and harness the power of consistent messaging to stand out in their fields.

The Media Visibility Bootcamp — Panellists- Ariyike Akinbobola, Funmi Ayowole, Nikki Porcher, Maryam Muritala and Moderator- Esther Ijewere

Participants expressed their satisfaction with the event, praising the diverse range of topics covered and the high-quality insights shared by the esteemed speakers. The Women of Rubies Media Visibility BootCamp left attendees equipped with actionable strategies to enhance their personal and professional lives.

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We ensured that the transformative insights and empowerment could be accessed.

The meticulously organized event attracted a diverse audience of women eager to learn, grow, and connect. With a focus on empowerment, education, and practical application, the Women of Rubies Media Visibility BootCamp achieved its goal of providing a transformative experience for all participants.

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In Inspiration April 5, 2023 By Esther Ijewere

Funmi Ayowole Is Providing Mental Health Support For Canadians Through ‘The Soul Clinic’

Funmi Fatona-Ayowole Is Providing Mental Health Support For Canadians Through ‘The Soul Clinic. Her personal mission is to be an ever-growing, trustworthy being expressing love and wisdom, contributing to healing the world, and leaving a legacy of impact, health, and wealth for the next generation.

Funmi is an emotional health and wellness coach, speaker, counsellor, project manager, execution specialist and team lead. Through her work of coaching, counselling and team building, Funmi deploys her relational gifts of natural empathy and disciplined connectedness to help unlock the potentials of people and visions.

Funmi’s personal mission is to be an ever-growing, trustworthy being expressing love and wisdom, contributing to healing the world and leaving a legacy of impact, health and wealth for the next generation.

She is the Founder at TheVirtualSoulClinic – a tech-driven non-profit organization democratising a listening ear by connecting trained volunteer coaches with people in the community who require mental health support via virtual, high quality safe spaces.

This non-profit provides mental health first aid – first with an evidence-based QuickScan to diagnose the client’s mental and emotional health status and then a 15-minute call with a support coach that listens non-judgementally, helps untangle mind webs and invites the client to take initial steps in the direction of the healing journey.

These services (diagnostic survey, results, support call and post-call recommendations) are all free of charge. Beneficiaries include but are not limited to new (and not so new) immigrants settling into Canada and young leaders that identify as people of color from all walks of life.

TheVirtualSoulClinic is on a quest to expand its network of support coaches, equip them via continuous training and mentoring, improve the platform’s user experience and increase its reach. Please learn about ways to support us at bit.ly/GiveTVSC

Funmi runs TheSoulClinic (a private coaching practice), delivering individual and group coaching programmes and content, helping clients build their soul strength – leading to increased mental and emotional independence, clarity, and resilience. She speaks and facilitates group healing sessions.

As a certified project management and marketing communication professional with over 15 years of experience providing client, event, brand, and project leadership in the marketplace, Funmi currently works with The Garden – a renowned Independent Agency in Toronto, as a Project Lead for a myriad of brands and clients.

She is married and is a supermom of 2, aiming to thrive with family first. Sundays are her best days, filled with fellowship, fun and food!

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We celebrate you Amazon!

In Career Gems July 31, 2023 By Esther Ijewere

Women of Rubies Media Visibility BootCamp: Meet the Fireside Chat Speakers

As part of the Women of Rubies Media Visibility BootCamp, we are thrilled to present an exclusive Fireside Chat featuring remarkable speakers who have made significant strides in their respective industries. Each of them is a powerhouse in their respective fields, bringing a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to our event.

The Fireside chat is scheduled for 3pm on August 12th, marking the final day of our Bootcamp. Register here to gain access to the BootCamp and fireside chat

Meet the Fireside Amazons.

1. Ariyike Akinbobola

Harvard X-certified in Child Protection, a coach for immigrant families, a highly sought-after media personality, a multi-award winner, and a consultant for aspiring authors on Amazon self-publishing. Through her Ariyike Arise Initiative Africa, she funds education for children in disadvantaged communities. Ariyike believes in making a positive impact, donating masks in 2020 and winning the Immigrant Leader award in 2021.

She’s an advocate for Female Genital Mutilation abandonment and a literacy ambassador for Project 99A in Canada. Her Amazon Bestselling books, Beautifully Coloured and The Cost of our Lives, showcase her talent. Celebrated as one of the 16 Inspiring Women Making a Difference In Canada by Women of Rubies.

2. Nikki Porcher

Nikki, the founder of Buy From A Black Woman, is on a mission to empower, educate, and inspire Black Women Business Owners while advocating for their support through #BuyFromABlackWoman.

Her nonprofit equips Black Women with the tools and resources they need to succeed in business, leading to over $2.7 Million in revenue for Black Women Founders in the last year.

Through educational programs, funding, and an online directory, Nikki’s organization connects and supports a thriving community of Black Women Business Owners globally. As a veteran and former public school teacher, she brings her expertise to create a more equitable world for Black Women. With impressive partnerships and a dedicated platform for Black Woman-Owned Businesses, Nikki continues to inspire others on their entrepreneurial journey. Learn more about Nikki and Buy From A Black Woman at ablackwomanwebsite.com and buyfromablackwoman.org.

3. Maryam Muritala

Meet Maryam Muritala, a foreign trained lawyer specializing in Business, Technology, Copyright, Trademark law, and Contract Management. With her expertise, she serves as an experienced Business Development Consultant, assisting entrepreneurs worldwide in launching successful businesses. Maryam is the visionary behind Canada Vendors, a Business Development and Advertising Company that utilizes digital marketing tools to provide structured visibility to businesses across Canada and the diaspora.

At Canada Vendors, they offer Business Development Consultations and Solutions, digital brand advertising, connecting service providers with potential clients, and hosting Business Networking Events. During the lockdown between 2020 and 2022, they interviewed 255 small businesses across various communities in Canada, offering support during challenging times.

Additionally, Maryam Muritala is the convener of Brand Expo, a remarkable brand visibility event that showcases various brands across Canada.

4. Funmi Ayowole

Funmi Fatona-Ayowole, Founder of The Soul Clinic, provides mental health support for Canadians. As an emotional health and wellness coach, speaker, counsellor, project manager, and team lead, Funmi empowers individuals and visions by unlocking their potentials through coaching and counselling. Her personal mission is to contribute to healing the world, leaving a legacy of impact, health, and wealth for the next generation.

At TheVirtualSoulClinic, a tech-driven non-profit organization, Funmi connects trained volunteer coaches with people in the community who need mental health support via virtual safe spaces. Through evidence-based QuickScan and 15-minute support calls, the non-profit offers mental health first aid, listening non-judgmentally and helping clients take initial steps on their healing journey.

Esther Ijewere – Moderator

Women of Rubies Fireside chat

Esther Ijewere is a renowned PR strategist, multi-award winner, and the inspiring founder of Women of Rubies, an empowerment platform celebrating and amplifying the achievements of remarkable women. Esther’s strategic approach to public relations and storytelling, coupled with her commitment to fostering a supportive community, has made her a respected figure in the industry.

The Women of Rubies Fireside Chat is proudly supported by; The #GettalkingwithEsther Show, Black Girl PR, Ariland Entertainment, and Canada Vendors