Networking With A Purpose

Upcoming Meetings:

     • January 2025 – GLOBAL

     • April 2025 – LOCAL

     • July 2025 – GLOBAL

     • October 2024 – LOCAL

 

Click Below and Get Details on Your Next Chapter Meeting

NORTHhttps://www.facebook.com/inspiredwomen.  Donate or Join HERE

                   Next meet: January 9th

SOUTHhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/inspiredwomensouth. Donate or Join HERE

                    Next meet: January 28th

WESTMORELANDhttps://www.facebook.com/InspiredWomenPayingItForwardWestmoreland. Donate or Join HERE

                    Next meet: January 14th

SEWICKLEYhttps://www.facebook.com/sewickleyinspiredwomen. Donate or Join HERE

                    Next meet: January 14th

BEAVERhttps://www.facebook.com/InspiredWomenBeaverChapterDonate or Join HERE

                    Next meet: January 22nd

Pittsburgh Downtownhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/99975885109477  Donate or Join HERE

                    Next meet:January 29th

Pittsburgh East Endhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/693628289381664  Donate or Join HERE

                    Next meet: January 28th

Fayette South West PA https://www.facebook.com/groups/693628289381664  Donate or Join HERE

                    Launching: January 16th

Join one chapter and you can attend ANY of the chapter meetings as a guest simply to network.

Your financial obligation is only at your home chapter.

 

*** Nominations and voting take place at the Chapter level.

Within a Chapter, winning organizations are eligible to be nominated in 15 months.

They can be nominated in other Chapters where they have not won.

Meet Your Chapter Leaders:

North Chapter - Debra Dion Krischke

Founder
Debra@InspiredWomen.com

Debra Dion Krischke is a tireless advocate and special event producer for women’s initiatives. Always seeking an easier way to raise money for women’s causes, "Inspired Women Paying it Forward" was launched in 2015. Over $650,000 has been collectively donated as of July 2024 by 7 chapters in the greater Pittsburgh area!

She and her husband Ryan, also own Three Rivers Paintball in Cranberry , a 40 year old family business currently being run by their daughter Alexandra. In addition, they produce Zombies of the Corn every Fall and launched Enchanted Lights - A Magical Holiday Stroll in 2023. The Wexford Garden and Pond Tour is currently produced every other year. All productions have a charity component in keeping with their family values of “ Paying it Forward” . www.TeamEffortEvents.com

South Chapter - Kym Gable

KymGable@InspiredWomen.com

You can see Kym Gable on KDKA anchoring the 4 and 6 o’clock news each day. She also produces and hosts a popular weekly segment called ‘On A Positive Note,’ which highlights uplifting stories, inspiring people, and unsung heroes in Pittsburgh. Her work in television and commercials has won her several Emmy Awards and Telly Awards. Kym is an accomplished freelance producer, speaker, confidence coach and voice actress.

As an advocate for those less fortunate and in crisis, Kym’s mission of community outreach is her driving force. Her twin daughters, Merris and Helena, once Inspired Ambassadors,’ are now assistant directors at the South Chapter of Inspired Women. Real Estate Investor, Cryptocurrency Miner, Dancer, Singer, and Martial Arts Enthusiast – Kym’s motto is “You Can’t Live an Extraordinary Life If You Keep Doing Ordinary Things.”

Westmoreland Chapter - Joy Klohonatz

Joy@InspiredWomen.com

Joy Klohonatz is a Promptings Coach and Relationship Marketing Specialist. She helps business owners stay better connected, stand out and be remembered with their clients, prospective customers, and those around them . Joy uses and sells a powerful web-based system called SendOutCards, where one can personalize their message on beautifully printed cards.

She lives in Greensburg with her husband and is care taking a 96-year-old family member. She has two beautiful grown children pursuing their own dreams and loves to travel to places she’s never been before.

Joy has always been a giver as has been reflected in her work as a manager in a large retail store, an entrepreneur in her own business and a coach in teaching others the power of relationships in life and business. She has found much pleasure in giving back even more with leading Inspired Women Westmoreland.

Sewickley Chapter - Catherine Montague

Catherine@InspiredWomen.com

Catherine Montague is the founder and principal designer of Montague Design, a Pittsburgh-based interior design, and international sourcing firm.

Born in Paris, France, her French heritage, studies of English, German and Spanish, as well as a love of travel and cultural differences come together to form Catherine’s unique and sensible design perspective.

Catherine lived in New York, NY, Scottsdale, AZ, and Naples, FL prior to Pittsburgh, PA. These contrasting cities exposed her to varied lifestyles and architecture, which added an adaptability factor to her design expertise. Catherine gets to know her clients on a personal level so she can create a space that is unique to them.

Catherine enjoys being the Chapter Leader of Inspired Women Paying It Forward, Sewickley as a natural progression of her charitable focus. She loves connecting women while giving back to women locally and globally.

Beaver Chapter - Arax Hovsepian

Arax@InspiredWomen.com

Arax Hovsepian has been the Beaver Branch Manager with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services since 2016, but has been working in the real estate industry for over 35 years!

In her free time, Arax enjoys giving back to her community and volunteering. She is a founding member of "Inspired Women Paying it Forward North" and launched the Beaver chapter last year! Her other hobbies and interests include meditating, reading, gardening, exercising and spending time with friends and family.

Beaver Chapter - Sara Lowman

Sara@InspiredWomen.com

Sara Lowman has been a full time sales agent at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services since 2017. In her free time, Sara enjoys giving back to her community and volunteering.

Pittsburgh Downtown - Rachel Maga

Rachel@InspiredWomen.com

Rachel, fresh out of college, chose to start her own business instead of climbing the corporate ladder, founding Ten Four Social, a social media marketing agency. She successfully led the company for eight years, eventually leading to its acquisition by a Pittsburgh-based agency in June 2023.

Following this event, Rachel flexed her entrepreneurial spirit and decided to launch " Inspired Women Paying it Forward Pittsburgh Downtown ”, (January 2024) orchestrating a vibrant community where female leaders are encouraged to engage, uplift one another, and most importantly give back.

Rachel is excited about her new journey with the CityLife family, and as a Chapter Leader of Inspired Women anticipating a perfect blend of professional and personal fulfillment.

Pittsburgh East End - Diana Fletcher

Diana@InspiredWomen.com

Diana Fletcher is a writer, life coach, activist and speaker. She inspires people to live lives of happiness and abundance and stands up for the vulnerable people in our world. Diana supports women and children through her work fighting human trafficking and in her fight for equality.

Diana's latest book is the International Bestseller, Happy on Purpose: Daily Messages of Empowerment and Joy for Women revised and expanded edition. Her book Reduce Your Stress Month by Month: Stress Reducing Strategies is a fan favorite. Diana has also authored five other self care books. You can find her blog at dianafletcher.com. Diana is excited about her new role as chapter leader and is eager to support more communities in getting the help they need.

Fayette Southwestern PA - Brittany Remington

Brittany@InspiredWomen.com

Brittany Remington is the Owner of The Wow Booth Co., a luxury photo booth company, and the Interventional Psychiatry Resource Manager at New Directions Mental Health, where she oversees innovative treatments for treatment-resistant depression in the Greater Pittsburgh Area. With a deep commitment to making a meaningful impact, she prioritizes empathy and compassionate care, ensuring that patients, team members, and clients feel supported on their unique journeys.

Driven by a desire to give back and advocate for those who need it most, she is dedicated to empowering others to reach their fullest potential. Her passion for growth, community, and new experiences continues to inspire her as she strives to impact lives in positive ways as a Chapter Leader.