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Impact for Enterprising Women is a nonprofit organization.

We meet on the last Friday of the month (except November and December) at Chompie's at 32nd Street and Cactus

11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. for lunch - $30 at the door.

Reservations at: impactforenterprisingwomen1@gmail.com

See upcoming meeting program below.

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presented by Paula Cullison - https://www.paulacullison.com




Reservations:

Friday, October 31, 11:30 a.m.

n-person at Chompie's, 3212 E Cactus Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85032

Luncheon is $30 by check, cash, or credit card at the door.



Paula will share her love for international travel, travel writing, and travel photography, as she takes you on a whirlwind tour of some special places.About Paula:

New York City born, long-time Phoenix resident, Paula Cullison has a passion for international travel. An independent traveler, she has visited over 50 countries.



Upon graduating from college, she worked in Switzerland on an AIESEC traineeship, and has attended several international conferences through her involvement with the United Nations Association.



Paula’s numerous published international travel articles and her books: Daughters of the American Dream, Paula: a Girl from Brooklyn; Angelo Giangreco (my father) are available on her website: www.paulacullison.com



She is a member of the Arizona Artists Guild; past member of the Sonoran Arts League and Founder / President of the Arizona Women’s Partnership, Inc, an all-volunteer philanthropic non-profit (azwp.org) which has awarded over $600,000 in grants.



She created the Getting Our Just Desserts and Wine, WoMEN & Jazz FUNdraisers for AZWP; Past President of the United Nations Association of Phoenix and is Past VP - National League of American Pen Women-AZ; member of SERVAS, InterNations, and Worldy Women of GlobalTiesAZ.



Paula is a recipient of the MLK Diversity Award / YWCA Tribute to Leadership Award / Susan B. Anthony Award / Susan G. Koman Ribbon of Hope / Macy*s Heart & Soul Award / BMO Harris Bank Leadership Award / Women of Scottsdale Woman of Year / Phoenix Suns - National Bank AmAZing Woman Award / 


Who’s Who in America 



Have Passport – Will Travel :Journey through the Emerald Isle To Cuba with Love,  A South American Adventure, and VAMONOS!


are her photography exhibits which reflect her love of international travel. They have been viewed and enjoyed by over 100,000.



She was Guest Curator for In Celebration of Women 2020, 2022 and 2023, a juried art exhibit of over 35 female artists and creator / organizer of A Celebration of Women in the ARTS - March 2024 for City of Scottsdale. Paula has given numerous presentations on traveling and travel writing. 

 

Presented by Ana Melikian of AMAZE COACHING, LLC


Reservations:


Friday, September 26, 11:30 a.m. In-person at Chompie's, 3212 E Cactus Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85032

Luncheon is $30 by check, cash, or credit card at the door.


Ana Melikian
Ana Melikian

The 100-Foot AI Wave: Reclaim Your Time, Avoid Burnout, and Lead with Purpose


Artificial Intelligence is reshaping how all of us do business—including consultants, creatives, and other service-based entrepreneurs.


This dynamic session empowers women business owners and leaders to spot burnout warning signs early, embrace AI as a tool to reclaim time and energy, and adopt the mindset shifts needed to thrive without losing their humanity.


Learn how to ride the 100-foot AI wave with purpose, resilience, and strategic clarity—and lead your business into a better, more human-centered future.


About Ana:


Ana Melikian, Ph.D., is a speaker, Top 1% podcaster, and the author of MINDSET ZONE: Actualize Your Potential, a #1 Amazon Best Seller in Organizational Learning. Ana earned a Ph.D. and two masters in Psychology, laying a solid foundation for her work that integrates research data with practical applications.


Dr. Melikian is at the forefront of navigating the human side of the AI disruption. Her work aims to harness the power of artificial intelligence to leverage our human potential, ensuring that technological advancements enhance, rather than diminish, our humanity and collective well-being. It's all about impact without burnout.


 

This engaging, educational, and action-focused presentation introduces female entrepreneurs to SEO, explains why it’s crucial for business success, how to research relevant keywords, and how to implement SEO strategies to enhance online visibility.


Attendees will leave with actionable steps to optimize their websites and online content, which will attract more customers, growing their businesses and boosting their earning power. It balances practical steps, real-world examples, and interactive elements to keep the audience engaged while providing real value.


ABOUT KITTY

Kitty Carlisle is a writer and editor of a diverse range of content in a variety of industries and has more than a dozen years of SEO (search engine optimization) experience as well.


She specializes in polishing professional messages and is dedicated to helping successful, driven business owners and entrepreneurs achieve great things by improving and optimizing their content and translating it into impactful, insightful statements.

Kitty Carlisle
Kitty Carlisle

Reservations:

Friday, August 29, 11:30 a.m.

In-person at Chompie's, 3212 E Cactus Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85032


Luncheon is $30 by check, cash, or credit card at the door.

 
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