HAYVN HerStory

Chronicles of Women Who Innovate

Showcasing Inspiring Journeys of Local Female Entrepreneurs

Chronicles of Women Who Innovate

Showcasing Inspiring Journeys of Local Female Entrepreneurs

Hear ‘HerStory’ at HAYVN!

Celebrate bold ideas, big wins, and inspiring journeys. Connect, learn, and leave fired up to innovate.

Don’t miss this empowering experience!

What To Expect

Meet & Greet – You’ll have the opportunity to meet with our featured guest during an intimate VIP reception before the main event.
Engaging Conversations – Hear firsthand accounts from successful female entrepreneurs followed by an audience Q&A.
Authentic Stories – Dive deep into their personal narratives and discover what drives them.
Guidance & Empowerment – Gain invaluable insights and advice to fuel your own journey!

SIGN UP: MEETUPS & EVENTS

Speaker: Ophira Edut
The Astro Twins,
Astrologer and Intuitive Advisor

January 28, 2026 | Location: HAYVN Darien

Ophira Edut, The Astro Twins

VIP Reception: 5:30pm & Main Event: 6:00-7:30PM

ABOUT OPHIRA EDUT

Ophira Edut is one of the most sought-after astrologers and intuitive advisors of our times. As the longtime resident astrologer for ELLE and the author of over 20 books, she is a private advisor to a roster of CEOs, celebrities, global leaders and successful entrepreneurs. Ophira has spoken at universities, conferences and events for the past 20 years, delivering keynotes and live interactive workshops. Her productivity training has been presented to entrepreneurs and executives at companies including Nike and Saks Fifth Avenue, and at event spaces such as Luminary NYC, 92Y, Soho House and Barcelona’s Joan Miro Museum.

On television, Ophira has appeared as a guest expert for Bravo, MTV, Good Morning America, and the Today Show, and created the first streaming reality TV dating show based on astrology, Cosmic Love (Amazon Prime Video, 2022).

Ophira’s book, The Astrology Advantage, to be published by Simon and Schuster in August 2024, introduces The AstroTwins’ revolutionary IAM System, which simplifies the birth chart into three archetypes: Innovator, Authority and Maven. Her work on the subject of “spiritual technology” as an essential tool for business success has been featured in Fast Company and at leadership conferences around the world.

Moderator: Kristen Rzasa, Holistic Business Strategist

LINKS TO EXPLORE: astrostyle.com/astrotwins/

SIGN UP: 1/28/26 OPHIRA EDUT

Speaker: Melissa Bernstein
Cofounder of Melissa & Doug

March 26, 2026 | Location: HAYVN Greenwich

Melissa Bernstein, Cofounder of Melissa & Doug

VIP Reception: 5:30pm & Main Event: 6:00-7:30PM

Join us for HAYVN HerStory featuring Melissa Bernstein, entrepreneur, creative visionary, and cofounder of the iconic billion-dollar brand Melissa & Doug.

In this intimate conversation, Melissa will share her remarkable journey of building purpose-driven companies while navigating creativity, leadership, motherhood, and personal well-being. From shaping childhood play through Melissa & Doug to redefining wellness with Lifelines, Melissa’s story is a testament to leading with heart, intention, and resilience.

Guests will gain insight into what it means to build a meaningful business and life, grounded in values, curiosity, and courage, and leave feeling inspired to reconnect with their own purpose.

The evening will conclude with a book signing of Melissa’s newest release, The Heart of Entrepreneurship.

ABOUT MELISSA BERNSTEIN

Melissa Bernstein is an entrepreneur, creative, and mother of six. She’s cofounder of the billion dollar toy company Melissa & Doug and cofounder of Lifelines, a wellness brand offering science-backed sensory immersion products designed to help manage stress, find calm, and enhance well-being. Melissa is the Entrepreneur in Residence for the Inner MBA certification program created by Sounds True, LinkedIn, and Wisdom 2.0, cofounder of the Duke University Melissa & Doug Entrepreneurs program, Duke University Trustee, and author of Lifelines, Practice Makes Purpose, and the recently released The Heart of Entrepreneurship.

Moderator: Kristen Rzasa, Holistic Business Strategist

LINKS TO EXPLORE: Melissa & Doug, Lifelines, The Heart of Entrepreneurship.

SIGN UP: 3/26/26 MELISSA BERNSTEIN (COMING SOON)

Admission

The VIP Meet & Greet begins at 5:30pm, followed by the Main Event at 6pm.

VIP Reception & Main Event: 5:30-7:30pm
- General Admission: $100; Early Bird Tickets: $90
- HAYVN Members w/ Discount Code*: $75; Early Bird Tickets: $65
Main Event: 6:00-7:30pm
- General Admission: $35; Early Bird Tickets: $30
- HAYVN Members w/ Discount Code*: $20; Early Bird Tickets: $18

NOTE: Early bird ticket sales end two weeks before event. *Discount Code in Members’ Portal