Patricia Beres

Growing up in the foster care system, I learned the strength of perseverance early on; a quality that guided the foundation of who I am, shaping me into a determined and resourceful individual. Having little guidance from home or school, and self-decidedly few options, I joined the military at 17, where I found a steady roof overhead and life's basic needs. Although I resisted embracing the discipline and structure of restrictive authority, I quickly learned to see my own inner strengths, and creative abilities. I began to internalize what processes were efficient which ones I thought I could organize or improve. Overall, I honed my confidence and leadership skills as well as my ability to thrive under pressure. These experiences laid a solid foundation for my entrepreneurial journey, teaching me the importance of strategy, teamwork, and perseverance.

Starting Be Green Pro was not just about launching a business; it was about creating a movement for awareness amid significant personal responsibilities. As a mother of four school-aged children, I balanced parenthood with the challenges of building a business from scratch. My ability to manage these roles effectively highlights how I strived to strengthen my time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.

Cheryl Chiasson

Cheryl has owned and operated Bio-One since January of 2018 and in 2023, the company realized over $1M in annual revenue. Not only does she excel in a male-dominated industry, but she also serves as an inspiration and mentor to other women in business.

Cheryl's involvement in various community organizations showcase her commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. She not only leads her team with compassion and integrity but also seeks opportunities to give back and support those in need.  

Her numerous industry certificates and training demonstrates her dedication to excellence in her field, and her ability to handle challenging biohazard situations with professionalism and grace. In addition to the standard biohazard remediation services, she ventured into methamphetamine remediation, requiring a State certificate for technicians and the company, as well as fentanyl decontamination.

June Lemmings

June has a life story that reads like a tragic rags to riches tale. Suffice to say that she grew up in extreme poverty and neglect, so bad that she was taken out of her home by social services and placed in foster care. She lived in foster homes until she “aged out” of the system and was dropped on the side of the road in Greeley, Colorado at age 18 with her belongings in a black trash bag. 

She ended up in an abusive marriage and when she finally left that relationship became a single mom with two kids to raise, which she proudly did on her own. She got her start in real estate and is passionate about helping those that never would’ve imagined for themselves, create wealth and financial stability through homeownership.

Joanna Smith

Joanna Smith's ascent from stay-at-home mom to automotive entrepreneur is a testament to her tenacity, adaptability, and unwavering determination. With zero prior experience in the automotive industry, Joanna's journey began with a bold proposition from her husband: to run an auto repair shop specializing in hail damage repair. Despite her initial reservations, Joanna embraced the challenge, embodying the spirit of "figure it out" that would come to define her leadership style.

In their inaugural year, Pro Auto Spa shattered expectations, surpassing the million-dollar revenue milestone—a feat achieved by only the most seasoned industry veterans. Over the next decade, Joanna's leadership propelled the company to astonishing heights, with seven out of ten years boasting revenues ranging from $1.1 million to nearly $4 million.

Joanna's leadership journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and adaptability. Despite facing numerous setbacks, she never lost sight of her vision or her commitment to excellence. Her ability to lead through adversity, coupled with her unwavering belief in the potential of her team and her company, has enabled Pro Auto Spa to defy expectations time and time again.

Olivia Starling

Olivia founded her company when she was 28 years old, out of her basement with $300 and a young daughter. While building her business, she became a single mom and didn't let that stop her from achieving her dreams. 5 years later, her business does $1.3m in revenue a year. She leads a team of 6 women who are all able to balance work and mom-life because she offers flexible schedules for each of them. She encourages women to chase their dreams and has been featured in Forbes, Newsweek, and on many different news stations and podcasts. Olivia takes time each month to call and connect with her top customers and thank them for their continued support. Many of which have purchased 25 or more times. Olivia continues to pour into her customers, team, and community of fellow entrepreneurs.

Dr. Lee Weisbard

Dr. Weisbard is the owner of a Private Dental Practice in the Denver Tech Center since 1987. Her number one priority is to "Change the Dental Experience" and build a relationship with her patients. She is very in tune to the fact that having a dental appointment can cause anxiety and discomfort. She strives in exploring and understand your extensive dental history by taking the time to discover how she can BEST serve you before you even get into her dental chair. Her office is a state of the art facility and has the comfort of her patients in mine. 

She has an amazing staff, and gives back to them through Profit sharing and bonus trips. In 2022, she told her staff that if they made it to a million that year, she would take them all on an all expense paid trip to Mexico to celebrate. They work just as hard as she does. They all went to Mexico again in 2023.

She believes in creating and maintaining a beautiful smile requires an artistic eye. She has those skills and provides the best dental care possible, Her commitment to excellence and compassion are what drives her. She spends countless hours in continuing education with special emphasis on cosmetics, occlusion, and dental implants. Her artistry is well known throughout the Denver region, and she has created some of Denver's most famous smiles.

Makayla Askew
Sponsored by the
Colorado Springs Chapter

Tania Gonzales Contreras
Sponsored by the
Las Vegas Chapter

Emma Fenelon
Sponsored by the
Denver Chapter 

Heavenly Mimi
Sponsored by the
North Dallas/Plano Chapter

Green Thumb Initiative
Sponsored by the
Colorado Springs Chapter

Support Network for Indigenous Women & Women of Colour
Sponsored by the
Victoria Chapter

Check for a Lump
Sponsored by the
Phoenix/Scottsdale Chapter

Stacy Osborne

Stacy Osborne's story is a testament to her blend of marketing savvy and compassionate care. Starting her career as the youngest Director of Marketing after graduating from Texas A&M, Stacy later found her true calling in tax preparation, eventually establishing her own practice. Inspired by personal experiences caring for elderly relatives, she founded Beneficent to help families navigate asset preservation while ensuring quality care for loved ones.

Stacy's knack for simplifying complex concepts and fostering unity within families has earned her praise from clients. Beyond her professional achievements, she treasures her blended family of eight children and a growing number of grandchildren. Stacy's journey embodies resilience, compassion, and unwavering dedication to helping others navigate the complexities of care and financial planning..

Dr. Lee Weisbard, D.D.S.

For over 30 years, Dr. Lee Weisbard, D.D.S., and her team have provided Colorado and beyond with the highest quality dental experience available. And it all grew out of her compassion for others and a love for the dental arts.

Dr. Weisbard’s practice focuses on providing life-changing dentistry to individuals from all walks of life.

Even at 12 years old, Dr. Weisbard knew she wanted to be a dentist. At the young age of 16, she moved from New York, leaving her home behind. Soon, Dr. Weisbard found herself in college, focusing on the study of dentistry while working as a dental assistant.

She recalls in those days that women dentists did not exist. But Dr. Weisbard’s passion for dentistry carried her through, earning her D.D.S. degree in 1984 and officially launching her dentistry career.

Taylor Kilpatrick
Sponsored by the
Dallas Chapter 

Sydney Tucker
Sponsored by the
Milwaukee Chapter

Kendra Thibault
Sponsored by the
Denver Chapter

Charity's Hope
Sponsored by the
Colorado Springs Chapter 

Elevating Connections
Sponsored by the
Denver Chapter 

OCJ
Sponsored by the
Phoenix Chapter 

Financial Literacy First
Sponsored by the
Denver Chapter 

Arts & Learning Conservatory
Sponsored by the
Orange County Chapter 

Power Over Predators
Sponsored by the
Tucson Chapter 

Wilma's Transition Society
Sponsored by the
Vancouver Chapter 

Jane Johnston - WINNER

Jane is a realtor from Victoria, BC, Canada. In 2006, in a typical entrepreneurial moment, she looked at real estate and thought “I can do that”… She went from teacher to Rookie of the Year, and then to the top 100 in Western Canada in RE/MAX. She is currently the top producing Realtor at her firm.

Gina Schreck

LinkedIn ranked Gina as one of the top 24 B2B Marketers to follow in 2019 and 2020, as well as being named top 5 Global Guru in 2020. Her latest book, SOCIAL MEDIA DOESN’T WORK … unless you do! has helped thousands navigate the digital and social marketing jungle. Gina was the CEO at SocialKNX, a digital marketing agency, which she sold at the end of 2021. She is the founder of The Village Workspace which Is busy opening locations across the Denver metro area. Gina works with her two daughters and they host a weekly podcast called The Journey. As an author, podcaster, and blogger, she knows the importance of consistent content marketing. Gina is a soughtafter keynote speaker and an authority in the digital marketing space.

Melody Pierce
Sponsored by the
Phoenix Chapter

Melody Pierce is a publicist, CEO and philanthropist. She works to combat eating disorders in the community as an eating disorder recovery and body acceptance coach through her business, STEPS Recovery.

Hannah McKitrick

Hannah is a foodie who healed her own gut through diet and now is on a mission to help other busy women remove the dread from cooking and replace it with an inspiration to cook easy, healthy, and delicious meals.

Katie Gamble
Sponsored by the
Victoria Chapter 

Katie Gamble is a powerhouse 26 year old female entrepreneur. She is the proud CEO and Founder of Nature Bee Beeswax Wraps, she volunteers with Special Olympics, and she is involved in beach clean up efforts.  

YANAM2
Sponsored by the
Denver Chapter 

YANAM2 was created to ensure that no mom ever feels alone or that they aren't enough. All moms deserve to be heard, accepted, and valued.

My Sister's Closet of MD
Sponsored by the
Northern VA Chapter 

For over six years, My Sister's Closet has empowered and supported women in Homeless Shelters, and Domestic Violence safe houses to achieve economic independence through career building services.

Cindy Sheller
President/Owner of Caring Senior Service of Tucson. 

Cindy Sheller is the owner of Caring Senior Service of Tucson, and has opened her second office in Tucson recently. Cindy is dedicated to caring for those who can’t care for themselves, and assisting families with information and guidance as they make decisions about the care of their loved ones. 

Molly Mahoney - WINNER
Camera Confidence Coach and Facebook Live Ninja with the Prepared Performer.

Molly Mahoney has worked tirelessly to turn her vision of coaching entrepreneurs to grow their business using Facebook Live into a thriving business. She makes an impact by leading with kindness, and has changed the lives and businesses of so many. 

Jenna Bowden
Sponsored by the
Colorado Springs Chapter

Jenna Bowden is the founder of Crown Extension Studio. Earning over 1 million in revenue, her studio became a Top 200 Salon in North America, even with a pandemic shutdown.

Ariel is founder and owner of Harness Your Hindrance, her mindset business coaching practice, as well as Coaches Culmination, an organization for bringing individual coaches together to foster community and abundance. 

Yvette-Marie is the founder, CEO and Clinical Director of Autism Pediatrics, and is the Co-Founder of Tucson Tea Company. She is passionate about entrepreneurship and helping women lead change in their communities through financial literacy and business leadership.

Caitlin strives to create balance, harmony, and connection in all areas of her life. Her words of the year for 2021 are “neutrality” and “listen.” She believes that only from a place of neutrality can we truly listen, and only through listening can we truly learn and grow. 

Joanna Stevens
Sponsored by the
Treasure Valley Chapter

Joanna is the owner of Viva Fitness Hub, a boutique fitness studio. She is very involved in volunteer and philanthropic activities in her community, including the Boys and Girls Club, the Idaho Food Bank, the Idaho Humane Society and Special Olympics.

Marie Teme is owner and founder of Green Vision Cleansing a residential green cleaning business. Marie has also started a coaching business, and her vision is to raise a generation of entrepreneurs who view their businesses as their ministries.

 Amanda was the only student at Texas Christian University to receive the prestigious Institute of Behavioral Research scholarship. She has worked with the Dallas County Community Supervision Corrections Department on the Gang and Violent Offender Caseload Collaboration Project which seeks to develop strategies for intervention and rehabilitation.

Debrah Englert
Sponsored by the
Cincinnati Chapter 

Diane Cassel
Sponsored by the
Plano Chapter 

Katie Nelson
Sponsored by the
Herndon Chapter 

Leith McHugh
Sponsored by the
Colorado Springs Chapter 

Maureen Kures
Sponsored by the
Bellevue Chapter 

Renee Vejvoda
Sponsored by the
Denver Chapter 

Adera Angelucci
Sponsored by the
Ladysmith BC Chapter 

Amber Griffiths
Sponsored by the
Riverton Chapter 

Cledra Gross
Sponsored by the
Raleigh Chapter 

Jennifer Acuna
Sponsored by the
Wethersfield Chapter 

Penny's Place is a project of Northwest Family Life, providing therapeutic transitional housing, in a home-like setting, for women and children fleeing abuse and human trafficking.

Raising Hope is a non-profit organization that empowers youth who are experiencing foster care through mentoring, life skills, financial support and advocacy.

Alive at Last
Sponsored by the
North Dallas/Plano Chapter

Alive at Last mentors survivors of sexual exploitation to help them heal, discover their unique design, and live out their God-given purpose.

Covered Corporation
Sponsored by the
Denver Chapter

Covered Corporation’s mission is to empower Colorado’s sex trafficking survivor to break the bondage they’ve been held by for so long. Their Executive Director is Johanna Spille.

artsReach Society
Sponsored by the
Victoria Chapter

The artsREACH Society has delivered more than 2260 workshops free-of-charge to economically marginalized children via inner-city elementary schools in the Victoria, BC Canada, Capital Regional District. Their President is Anne Nilsen.

Starting her own interior design business at the age of 21, Olivia Benson has been a voice for the rising generation in her field while doing global charity work and pursuing her bachelor’s in interior design.

Allyese Goodwin, is the founder of Marie Creative Design Studio. She is a published author, budding philanthropist and international social media and online visibility strategist.

Claire E Jones
Sponsored by the
Seattle, WA Chapter

Claire Jones is a certified Neuro-Leadership and Wellness Coach that uses neuroscientific frameworks to help women small business owners become more effective and productive leaders.

Bailey Konieczka
Sponsored by the
Denver, CO Chapter

Bailey Konieczka is the founder and head designer of Bailey Katherine Interiors. She has a heart-centered approach to her designs and is a strong believer in the power and transformation of creating a sanctuary.

Mary Helen Ostigny
Sponsored by the
Cincinnati, WA Chapter

Brett Trainor
Sponsored by the
Vancouver, BC Chapter

Using outdoor adventure as the context for leadership development, Brett Trainor’s social enterprise, Mountain Mentors, facilitates empowering mentorship relationships for self-identified women who backcountry ski and climb.

Nicole Wzorek
Sponsored by the
Greater Hartford, CT Chapter

Nicole Wzorek of Nicole Wzorek designs, lives in Westfield Massachusetts. She is a fashion designer and alteration specialist who enjoys making her clients feel and look beautiful!

Rebecca Vondrak
Sponsored by the
Dallas, TX Chapter

Rebecca Vondrak strives to consistently add value and prosperity to the community through hard work and servant-leadership. Her passion is to inspire, encourage, and support others in achieving their dreams and goals.

Eligible students ages 3-21 are invited to browse our wide selection of clothing for a wardrobe that includes five outfits, shoes, a coat, and five pairs each of new socks and underwear. Students shop in a welcoming, store-like environment with the help of staff and volunteers dedicated to providing a high level of personalized service.

Textiles West - Colorado Springs, CO 

Textiles West works to strengthen community through their art forms and outreach projects. They provide safe spaces for self-expression and bring about healing through the act of making, sharing, and belonging. Their programs encourage the community to embrace an eco-friendly and sustainable practice in their textile choices.

WISEPlace - Orange County, CA 

We are the only women's shelter for unaccompanied women in Orange County. WISEPlace serves over 200 women a year with shelter, transition to housing support, mental and emotional counseling, psychiatric support, hot meals, clothing, workforce development and financial empowerment, case management, and other wrap around services. We inspire women to live their best lives by providing shelter and hope towards self-reliance.

Young Entrepreneurs Business Programs - Seattle, WA 

We invest in Oregon youth, the future workforce, and our local economy. Our reach and impact are profound; as we serve, mentor, and empower hundreds of high school students every summer. Our mission is to educate and inspire the next generation of business leaders!

Darnyelle Jervey-Harmon

Darnyelle Jervey Harmon is an amazing business woman and an encouragement to so many others. She came from a drug-infested home in poverty-ridden projects and overcame mindset obstacles to cross the $1M mark. Her business has grown substantially over the past 10 years as she consistently connects other women entrepreneurs to proven success systems. Her attention and genuine love for her community, as exhibited through service, is top-notch. Darnyelle lifts others as she climbs.

Robin Richter

Robin Richter’s career as a Pro Golfer on the WPGT Tour, along with her experience holding corporate positions in Sales and Marketing set the stage for her entrepreneurial plunge. In 1992, she launched her company Wearable Imaging, Inc.. Her belief in a higher power, her love of family, and her ability to see beyond, has proven to be a successful foundation for a company that is financially strong and respected in the Promotional services industry.

Porscha Shideler

Porscha Shideler opened her first store 7 years ago with no experience and no college degree. Her greatest obstacle was feeling underqualified to be a business owner. She incorporated leadership training and grew in sales winning the top Growth Achievement Award from the franchise. Then she incorporated personality testing in the team development and made it to a million. In 2018, when she studied under Tony Robbins she hit the $2 million mark. She has since grown to 3 stores with 50+ employees. She is passionate about team building and empowerment. 

Dorinda Vance

Upon receiving her first and most meaningful award, “Best Most Original taste” for her sea salt caramels, Dorinda realized that she had a flair for combining ingredients to create decadent flavors. Dorinda’s would go on to win the People’s Choice award five years in a row. She is a regular donor and prominent sponsor for community events from local schools to the regional TEDx event. For Dorinda, giving back isn’t lip service, it’s everything. She embodies giving forward to help the next visionary, the next opportunity, the next possibility to take root and thrive.

Eileen Bistrisky

Eileen Bistrisky strategically guides organizations to achieve their objectives. Her award-winning firm, Effective Leadership Consulting (ELC), facilitates organizational growth, increased profitability, and improved operational effectiveness. ELC helps teams gain clarity of vision, effective communication, and empowerment. Eileen builds sustainable business frameworks & empowers teams to profitably benefit people and the planet.

Jennifer Buchholz

Jennifer founded Excel and Flourish in 2012 to deliver engaging face-to-face Microsoft Office and other leadership and soft skills corporate training. The mission is for people to find their own best way to leverage technology, so they can increase productivity, improve collaboration, reduce frustration, and embrace more free time!

Dr. Carol Soloway

Dr. Soloway, a chiropractor, Qualified Medical Evaluator, and author of SEX HAPPENS, and GRACIE’S GONE owes her success to networking. Keynoting on her “across the US RV trip,” she empowers women because the sky has no glass ceiling!!

Katherine S Wichmann Zacharias

Katherine Sai Wichmann Zacharias is an Angel Investor & Licensed Insurance Agent who provides a hat trick of services. She provides unbiased, personalized financial advice & solutions that enable her clients to achieve their financial goals. She is a Board Member of the Encinitas Coastal Rotary Club. Her passion is to end human trafficking!

DayBreak - Colorado Springs, CO 

DayBreak, the first and only respite program in Woodland Park, CO, provides a break in the day for the at-home caregiver and a day out for their loved one - offering social interaction and meaningful activities in a “home away from home” setting. Days are filled with love, patience, acceptance, respect, humor and community.

Kids Mobility Network - Denver, CO 

Kids Mobility Network provides wheelchairs and other medical equipment to children with disabilities. The organization serves uninsured and under-insured families that cannot get this expensive, yet necessary equipment. To date, the charity has provided more than 1,500 pieces of equipment with a community benefit that exceeds $5,500,000.

Working Wardrobes - Orange County, CA 

At Working Wardrobes, we do everything in our power to help men, women, young adults and veterans overcome difficult challenges so they can achieve the dignity of work. Our clients are workforce-ready by participating in career training, job placement assistance and professional wardrobe services in an environment of dignity and respect.

Sarah Buxbaum
Sponsored by the
Calabasas, CA Chapter

Angelica Catani
Sponsored by the
Central New Jersey, NJ Chapter

Laura Gonzalez 
Sponsored by the
Sacramento, CA Chapter

Courtney McCaughey 
Sponsored by the
Phoenix, AZ Chapter

Alla Bardov
North Dallas/Plano, TX

Alla Bardov is the founder of Sell Yourself for Success, a sales education system focused on developing self-confidence and providing the building blocks of growing a business. Alla is a results-driven professional with over 30 years domestic and international experience in sales, accounting, financial analysis, marketing, training and customer service.

Penny Brenden
Denver, CO

The “Networking Queen of Denver,” Penny Brenden has pursued her career in all aspects of business. Penny’s gift is to connect business owners together; developing their ability to share their business with a crystal-clear vision and message so they capture the right audience. She has inspired many entrepreneurs to reach their dreams.

Marci Fournier
Greater Hartford, CT

Marci creates and produces expositions, networking events, fashion shows and conferences. She also offers virtual assistance for your everyday mailing list entries to spreadsheets and everyday bookkeeping. Marci’s passion is about creating confidence in others to be seen and heard.

Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Institute - Colorado Springs, CO

The Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Insititute is dedicated to inspiring community and elevating women’s voices through film. Now in its 30th year, the Institute presents several annual events and film screenings, including the longest running women’s film festival in North America.

Stigma - Free Society - Victoria, BC 

There are many stigmas that exist in society such as mental illness, ageism and racism, that contribute to our perceptions and attitudes of people who face challenges in their lives. The Stigma-Free Society’s Stigma-Free Zone programs support and educate individuals, especially youth, to manage their personal mental wellness and promote a stigma-free world.

Western Nevada College - Reno, NV 

WNC Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to enriching Western Nevada College student’s learning experiences through scholarships and financial assistance. WNC Foundation believes students need support along the pathway to success and works in partnership with the community to ensure students have the resources, encouragement and services needed to realize their dreams.

Women & Family Life Center - Greater Hartford, CT

Women & Family Life Center is a place where hope begins when the door opens, needs are met with dignity and lives are changed forever. Our programs provide essential pathways to women as they leave abusive relationships, rebuild their lives after divorce, face economic hardships or navigate life’s many transitions.

Jenny Finch
Sponsored by the
Twin Cities, MN Chapter

Christine Hernandez
Sponsored by the
Denver, CO Chapter

Caylin Schmenk
Sponsored by the
Orange County, CA Chapter

Tahlia Sage
Sponsored by the
Vancouver Metro, BC Chapter

Elizabeth Victory
Sponsored by the
Tucson, AZ Chapter

Stephanie Whitmoyer
Sponsored by the
Colorado Springs, CO Chapter