Let me take you back to May 2021 when the idea first crossed my mind. I was in a book club with three dear friends, reading about entrereneurship. I found myself at a crossroads, debating whether to organize a workshop or a networking event to connect with more mom entrepreneurs like myself. You see, the reason I started the book club was because I was navigating the challenges of being a new entrepreneur, and I truly wanted to understand the ropes.

After dedicating over a year to being a stay-at-home mom, I felt a deep desire to return to coaching. My mother’s advice always echoed in my mind, urging me to “have my own money” to ensure I wouldn’t find myself trapped in an unhappy marriage, as she did. Thus, I embarked on a journey to become a business coach for mothers like me. When I posed the workshop versus networking event question to my friends, their unanimous response was a resounding “A NETWORKING EVENT.”

After a deliberate one year hiatus from social media, I decided to rejoin the online community to make it happen. I posted on my commnity Facebook group, asking if any fellow mom entrepreneurs would be interested in a meet-up. To my surprise and joy, more than 30 of my neighbors responded. Two weeks later, I found myself back at Sanderson’s, surrounded by not only my three friends but also a wonderful group of women. The atmosphere was charged with excitement, connection, and unwavering support.

And so, our journey continued. We organized events in neighboring communities, and the response was overwhelming. Women from other communities expressed their interest, leading us to create a Facebook group. The subsequent chapters in our story unfolded with countless networking events, workshops, birthdays celebrations, markets, and boot camps. We touched lives, and in the process, my own life was touched as well.

A year into launching the community, following our second market, I found myself exhausted and burned out. It was a pivotal moment of realization – I needed support. Turning to the community once more, I posed a different question to them: “Does anyone want to help?” . To my heartfelt delight, many of them raised their hands. And so, the Squad Team was born. These incredible, supportive women joined me, bringing fresh perspectives and invaluable insights. Their presence has been a game-changer, and I’m deeply grateful for the strength and wisdom they contribute.

As our community expanded, we faced a new challenge – how to maintain that deep connection we cherished. While other communities aimed for larger numbers, we found comfort in keeping things small. Many of our members are new to entrepreneurship, and the thought of large crowds can be overwhelming. This prompted us to ask a crucial question: “How can we make our impact even more meaningful?” Events are undoubtedly wonderful for motivation and inspiration, but let’s face it – us mumpreneurs are always juggling a million things. Time is our most preciouse resource while flexability is our currency.

Thus, Mumpreneurs United was born – an exclusive community where events take a back seat, and we return to the essence of our journey: connecting with like-minded women, supporting one another, and finding inspiration in our shared experiences. It’s not just about events; it’s about growing together, learning from one another, and being each other’s pillars of strength.

I know that this is only the beginning, and I’m thrilled to embark on this journey with you. Here’s to new beginnings and the warmth of connections that transcend time!