By Krystle J Bailey
The monthly Jersey Shore Women’s Networking Group, led by Cindy Ferstch and Lisa Evans, has been buzzing with excitement. The inaugural meeting in May 2023 brought over 50 local women together in a comfortable atmosphere where they were invited to network, mingle, and enjoy a delicious lunch served by Josie Kelly’s Public House.
The monthly luncheon offers a break from the monotony of the workweek and an opportunity to build healthy working relationships with other women in the community. Attendees are greeted with smiling faces at the door as they choose from a list of mouth-watering lunch options. Upon entering, women are invited to explore the free vendor stations, enjoy a specialty-crafted mocktail, and get to know one another.
Each month, a guest speaker graces the stage with a message for women in business as guests savor their meals. Before the guest speaker begins, the microphone is passed around as every person in the room briefly introduces themselves and what they do.
“It’s been so exciting to gather with such powerful women in our community each month,” shares group co-founder Cindy Fertsch. “We are looking forward to a great turnout in July!”
July guest speaker Jennifer Lynn Robinson is a professional speaker and the CEO of Purposeful Networking. Her expertise is in strategic networking, communications, leadership, resilience, and workplace relations. Jennifer gave a TEDx talk in June 2020. She is a media contributor who has been featured both locally and nationally, including The Huffington Post, FOX, Forbes, NBC, Chicago Tribune, and more. She will be discussing gender smart networking and how men network differently than women as well as how women can network smarter.
Jersey Shore Women’s Networking Group was created by women for women. It is a special invitation for women in business to take a break, gather, and connect in a safe and encouraging space. There are no commitment fees or dues. Guests are asked to purchase a ticket either in advance or at the door that includes their choice of lunch.
“The synergy, enthusiasm, gifts, and talents of each and every woman who attended and shared were outstanding,” shared Elisa E. on Facebook.
“Thank you, Cindy and Lisa, for making this all come together,” expressed another Facebook user. “I have enjoyed both luncheons so far and look forward to future ones! The food is always delicious.”
The next networking event and luncheon will be held on July 6, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 a.m., at Josie Kelly’s Public House. Connect with this group on Facebook at Jersey Shore Women’s Networking Group or call (609)425-9271.
