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Women gather at WIN events to network, build friendships and exchange ideas. - Submitted photo

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The Ladies Who Lead

Fredericksburg’s WIN Women’s Innovation Network

What happens when a room fills with women who are not competing, but collaborating? That is the quiet force behind WIN — Women’s Innovation Network.

   Founded in September 2021, WIN was created with a clear belief: in a world defined by rapid change the power rests with those who act with independence, persistence and self-motivation. Its mission is to provide a networking community for women in business to embrace the future and realize change through sharing knowledge, ideas, skills and passion in support of professional and personal development. WIN welcomes entrepreneurs, executives, nonprofit leaders, creatives and women at every stage of business. 

   As WIN enters its next chapter, Autumn Riggan serves as the new proposed executive director. A financial advisor with Raymond James and former WIN treasurer, she has built her career around guiding women through major life transitions and equipping them to make confident decisions. 

   In spearheading the leadership team, Autumn ensures that “we are following out the WIN mission, to make sure that we’re being inclusive for women in the community, to build stronger together,” she explained.

   The benefits of WIN are both tangible and lasting. Strong female leadership strengthens local businesses, fuels philanthropy and enriches civic life. As Riggan put it, “When we all pull together, we are unstoppable.”

   “You never know who you're going to meet,” Riggan shared. “You never know how they might feed your business. You never know how they might feed your soul. You may meet someone that becomes your best friend.”

   The invitation stands open, so what are you waiting for?

To attending a WIN meeting, find out more by following:

@win.fbg - Instagram

WIN will soon be online at WINFbg.org.

Tickets are sold through Eventbrite with advance pricing or can also be purchased at the door at the day-of price.

WIN welcomes entrepreneurs, executives, nonprofit leaders, creatives and women at every stage of business.