HAYVN POWERUp Monthly Series
CONNECT, COLLABORATE
& COWORK TOGETHER
Calling All Female Leaders and Creators — Come Build Community with Other Dynamic Founders and Trailblazers!
HAYVN POWERUp Monthly Series
CONNECT, COLLABORATE & COWORK TOGETHER
Calling All Female Leaders and Creators — Come Build Community with Other Dynamic Founders and Trailblazers!
You’re Invited to the HAYVN POWERUp Monthly Series!
Share resources, exchange ideas, give your elevator pitch, and collaborate with female founders & leaders in the area.
Hear from local expert speakers for a POWERChat that will spark inspiration and passion in us all.
Who should join?
- Female Founders, members & non members, invite your friends
- Female Creatives & Content Creators
- Female Leaders in Corporate
- Females looking for connection, inspiration & their next move
Speaker: Laura Sabia
Award Winning Publisher & Bestselling Author
POWERChat Topic:
Trials & Triumph: Success of a Serial Entrepreneur
November 12, 2025: 11am-12pm
Calling all budding entrepreneurs and experienced business owners – This is the POWERChat for you! Thinking of launching a business and not sure where to start? Looking to scale, hire and diversify? Join us for an inspiring event that explores the dynamic world of entrepreneurship and franchise business opportunities. Discover how strong leadership drives success and fosters community growth. We’ll dive into the messy truth of managing a team, operations, finances and customer service. This event will provide valuable insights, first hand accounts and strategies to build thriving enterprises while making a positive impact on your community.
POWERChat host and facilitator: Penny Goffman
Connect with Laura Sabia:
Greenwich Lifestyle Magazine,
Instagram: @lauralabs, @greenwichlifestylemag, LinkedIn
Speaker: Lauren Stephens
CEO & Co-Founder Dudley Stephens
POWERChat Topic:
Fashion Sustainability & Success: Side Hustle to Multimillion-Dollar Business
December 10, 2025: 11am-12pm
Calling all women who want to transform their side hustle into a multimillion-dollar business – This is the POWERChat for you! Join us for an inspiring event where Lauren will share her journey from a background in luxury fashion and beauty public relations to transforming her family’s side hustle into a multimillion-dollar sustainable fashion brand. She’ll discuss her vision for elevated everyday essentials made from recycled materials, her insights on demand forecasting, customer retention, and the creation of the iconic Dudley Stephens turtleneck. Additionally, Lauren will give a behind-the-scenes look at her work as a creative leader and podcast co-host in the sustainable fashion industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a pioneering entrepreneur dedicated to style and sustainability!
POWERChat host and facilitator: Penny Goffman
Connect with Lauren Stephens:
Dudley Stephens website,
Instagram: @laurendudleystephens, @dudley_stephens, LinkedIn
POWERUp Schedule
| 10am: | POWERConnect — Meet with ambitious local women leaders, creatives & founders |
| 11am: | POWERChat — Discussion and Q&A with local powerhouse speakers |
| 12:30pm: | POWERCollab — Facilitated by Penny Goffman, pull up a seat & collaborate |
| All Day: | Cowork at HAYVN — Bring your laptop and join us as early as 9am to cowork. |
Stop by for any or all day’s powerful experience in person in Greenwich.
Coffee, tea, lite bites and confections will be served. Please bring your own lunch.
Admission — POWERUp Day
- $25 FOR THE DAY
(become a member at the session, you get credit towards your membership) - FREE for HAYVN GREENWICH MEMBERS
(Promo Code in Members’ Portal)
Mark Your Calendars!
- Nov. 12, 2025 – POWERChat: Laura Sabia
- Dec. 10, 2025 – POWERChat: Lauren Stephens
- Jan. 14, 2026 – POWERChat: Alexis Paul
- Feb. 4, 2026 – Stay tuned
- Mar. 11, 2026 – Stay tuned
- Apr. 15, 2026 – Stay tuned
- May 13, 2026 – Stay tuned
- Jun. 10, 2026 – Stay tuned
- Jul. 8, 2026 – Stay tuned
- Aug. 12, 2026 – Stay tuned
- Sep. 9, 2026 – Stay tuned
- Oct. 14, 2026 – Stay tuned
- Nov. 18, 2026 – Stay tuned
- Dec. 9, 2026 – Stay tuned
Parking at HAYVN Greenwich
HAYVN GREENWICH
1700 E Putnam Ave, Suite 208
Old Greenwich, CT 06870
Detailed parking information below:
HAYVN Greenwich Parking
We are located between exits 5 & 6 off I-95. Our building is right next to the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Entrance is first building on right as you enter circular driveway. Use steps to HAYVN’s main outside entrance to access the space (or the accessible entrance closest to Lot 2 with elevator access to floor 2, details below).
Park on the HAYVN designated spaces or on parking lot 1 or 2. Either parking lot is only a few steps away from our Main entrance! Lot 2 has accessible parking and entry with elevator access.
Please only park in the designated HAYVN spaces or unmarked spots. Parking in spaces reserved for other companies may result in your vehicle being towed by the building management.
Accessibility Parking & Entry – HAYVN Greenwich
Accessible parking is available in Lot 2, located behind the building. This lot has ADA-compliant spaces next to an entrance with elevator access to the second floor, where you’ll find HAYVN Greenwich (Suite 208). Please note: The main HAYVN entrance in the circular driveway is not wheelchair accessible. For step-free access, please use Lot 2 and enter through the back of the building. The accessible entrance does not have an automatic door opener, but a receptionist is usually available to help if needed.
If you have questions or would like help when you arrive, please contact us at hello@hayvn.com or call (203) 244-7322.
Here’s an easy to follow parking map:
Missed a POWERChat? Learn About Our Past Featured Speakers
Dorothy Cascerceri Simone
Podcast Host That Greenwich Life Luxury Travel+ Lifestyle Writer
Website, LinkedIn, IG: @dorothyontv
Reesa Lake
VP, Head of Creator Agency and Partnerships at LTKLinkedIn, IG: @reesalake / @shop.ltk
Kim Nichols, MD
Board-certified celebrity dermatologist,
Founder of NicholsMD,
LinkedIn, IG: @kimnicholsmd / @nicholsmd_dermatology
Fran Hauser
Author, Keynote Speaker, Champion of Women in the Workplace
Website, LinkedIn, IG: @fran_hauser
