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HAYVN HerStory Series

Chronicles of Women Who Innovate

Showcasing Inspiring Journeys of Local Female Entrepreneurs

hayvn-herstory
 
Chronicles of Women Who Innovate
 

Showcasing Inspiring Journeys of Local Female Entrepreneurs

Hear ‘HerStory’ at HAYVN!

herstory-lecture

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

October 8, 2026 | Location: HAYVN Darien

Stay tuned for more details!

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Speaker: Megan Palmer
CEO of Palmer’s Market & Palmer’s Catering

Ashley_Krauss

Speaker: Ashley Krauss
Founder + CEO of A Little Something White Bridal Couture

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!

SIGN UP: MEETUPS & EVENTS

Meet our HerStory Moderators

Amy Guzzi

Moderator: Nancy Sheed
Sheed Communications

Kristen Rzasa

Moderator: Kristen Rzasa
Holistic Business Strategist

Learn About Our Past HAYVN HerStory & HAYVN Live Speakers

Julie-Mountain-and-Dana-Noorily

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

Shannon Watts

Speaker: Shannon Watts
Founder: Moms Demand Action,
Author: Fired Up

Ophira-Edut

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

Ophira-Edut

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

Melissa Bernstein

Speaker: Melissa Bernstein
Cofounder of Melissa & Doug, Lifelines, Author: The Heart of Entrepreneurship

James Frey

HAYVN LIVE
Speaker: James Frey
Bestselling Author