hayvn-herstory

HAYVN HerStory Series

Chronicles of Women Who Innovate

Showcasing Inspiring Journeys of Local Female Entrepreneurs

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Chronicles of Women Who Innovate
 

Showcasing Inspiring Journeys of Local Female Entrepreneurs

Hear ‘HerStory’ at HAYVN!

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Sponsored by:

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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!
Ophira-Edut

Speaker: Liz Lange
CEO & Creative Director: Figue,
Founder: Liz Lange Maternity

November 5, 2025 | Location: HAYVN Darien

Liz Lange, CEO & Creative Director: Figue, 
and Founder: Liz Lange Maternity

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

ABOUT LIZ LANGE

Liz Lange is an American fashion designer, entrepreneur, author, and podcast host, best known for revolutionizing maternity wear with her namesake brand and later bringing stylish collaborations to Nike, Target, and HSN. Now the CEO and Creative Director of luxury resort-wear label Figue, Lange continues to expand the brand’s reach with her signature blend of global sophistication and laid-back ease. Her career has earned her numerous accolades, including recognition from TimeCrain’s, and major business publications, while her designs have dressed A-list celebrities from Julia Roberts to Reese Witherspoon. Beyond fashion, she invests in consumer brands, advocates for cervical cancer awareness, and hosts Sony’s acclaimed podcast The Just Enough Family. She divides her time between New York City, East Hampton, and Palm Beach with her family.

Moderator: Kristen Rzasa, Holistic Business Strategist

LINKS TO EXPLORE:

Ophira-Edut

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/

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

Mark Your Calendars!

  • Nov. 5, 2025 – Liz Lange, CEO/Creative Director: Figue, Founder: Liz Lange Maternity. SIGN UP ›
  • Jan. 28, 2026 – Ophira Edut, The Astro Twins. SIGN UP ›
  • Mar. 26, 2026 – stay tuned for information
  • May 5, 2026 – stay tuned for information
  • Oct. 8, 2026 – stay tuned for information
  • Nov. 4, 2026 – stay tuned for information

Meet our HerStory Moderators

Amy Guzzi

Moderator: Nancy Sheed
Sheed Communications

Amy Guzzi

Moderator: Kristen Rzasa
Holistic Business Strategist

Learn About Our Past HAYVN HerStory Speakers

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Julie Mountain & Dana Noorily
Founders, The Granola Bar

Sheri West

Sheri West
Social Entrepreneur,
Founder/CEO of LiveGirl

Fran Hauser

Fran Hauser
Bestselling Author & Keynote Speaker
Website, LinkedIn,
IG: @fran_hauser

Georgia Hunter

Georgia Hunter
Author of NYT Best Seller,
We Were the Lucky Ones & Producer of Hulu Series
Website

BETSY-LERNER

Speaker: Betsy Lerner
Author, Shred Sisters