Women Entrepreneurs of Southern Oregon - WESO

03/15/2026

03/13/2026

WESO is a proud supporter of the Dunn House Shelter! 🫶🏽
Many of our events will feature a supplies drive to donate items to the cause, and when you join a ticketed event we include an option to donate directly. The raffle for Grow It! is thanks to our generous sponsors! The gift baskets are so lovely… we are sure to have some happy winners!
And as you do not need to be present to win, hop over to the WESO website and get in on the fun!
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Cathie Izor, Michelle Machen, Go Rogue Business Consulting, Rogue Educational Consultants
chocolatefactory .rockets

03/09/2026

We are very excited to present this interactive group activity with our WESO team, led by Jenai May of .rockets as one the Grow It! speakers!

In this interactive session, you’ll learn how to craft and deliver a compelling 30-second marketing pitch that helps your business stand out; while staying authentic, confident, and genuinely engaging with your audience.

Join us March 14th in Phoenix, OR!
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03/08/2026

WESO is very excited to present this co-hosted presentation with Becky Esquibel of as one of the speakers!

In this session you’ll learn how to make authentic connections when soliciting reviews, how to respond and then leverage reviews you receive, as well as collaborating with and supporting others by leaving your own reviews within your network.

Join us March 14th in Phoenix, OR!
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03/07/2026

WESO is very excited to present this co-hosted presentation with Shayna Christensen of as one of the speakers!

In this session you’ll learn how to make authentic connections when soliciting reviews, how to respond and then leverage reviews you receive, as well as collaborating with and supporting others by leaving your own reviews within your network.
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03/05/2026

At Grow It!, you’ll explore three powerful topics designed to help your business thrive:

• Using Reviews to Strengthen Your Business
Learn simple systems to consistently gather great reviews, respond to feedback professionally, and turn customer voices into one of your strongest marketing assets.

• Risky Business: Planning for the “What If”
Protect what you’ve built by learning how to think ahead, prepare for unexpected challenges, and strengthen your business resilience.

• Unforgettable in 30 Seconds
Practice the art of the perfect hook so your business introduction leaves people curious to hear more.

PLUS:
🤝 Guided networking
📚 Local business resource connections
🎟 Community raffle supporting Dunn House Shelter

You’ll leave with inspiration, new connections, and practical next steps for your business to grow! 🌱

📅 March 14, 2026 | 10AM–4PM
📍 Phoenix Plaza Civic Center

03/02/2026

WESO is very excited to host one of our featured Grow it! speakers; Kelly Ericksen of presenting on her topic: Risky Business — Planning for the “What if” 🌸
You’ll learn strategy on avoiding risk in your business, how to manage potential issues, and ways to protect yourself, your company, customers and clients.

Join us March 14th in Phoenix, OR!

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02/27/2026

Join WESO on March 14th for a full day of inspiring presentations, hands-on workshops, and guided networking designed to help your business grow and thrive.

📍 Phoenix Plaza Civic Center
🕘 10AM–4PM
🎟 FREE for the first 30 sign-ups! (Thanks to our generous sponsors)

You’ll leave with clarity, confidence, and a notebook full of actionable next steps.

Spots are limited — register today! 🌸

02/27/2026

Something BIG just happened for WESO's Grow It! 🌿

Because of the generosity of our 2026 sponsors, the first 30 registrants for our March 14th workshop will attend for FREE!

For the second year, WESO is opening the doors to a diverse group of local entrepreneurs. At a time when local businesses face increasing costs, WESO and its sponsors are providing a much-needed path for growth, allowing them to build their skills and networks without the financial hurdle.

"We wanted to ensure that our local business owners have access to the tools and connections they need to thrive," says Jenai May, Grow It! Event Chair.

First come, first served!
Hurry and secure your spot at wesoweb.org

02/24/2026

Something BIG is happening for Grow It!

The heart of WESO has always been our community. Because of the incredible generosity of our 2026 sponsors, we’re about to make a huge announcement that brings us all even closer together.

Stay tuned! You won’t want to miss what’s coming next for WESO'S March 14 Grow It! 🌿

02/13/2026

Making business plans FUN with Roslyn! Great advice, big laughs, and celebrating Kelly's birthday. Another fantastic night with the women of WESO!

02/10/2026

Sailing the Small Business Seas:
Making a Plan
with Roslyn Donald

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“A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.”
– Franklin D. Roosevelt

Starting or running a small business is an exciting journey filled with possibilities — it’s also a path that requires careful navigation. Of course, it's possible to travel without a map, but that only increases the odds of getting lost along the way. For entrepreneurs and small business owners, a well-crafted business plan is a map to success — a thinking tool and a system for identifying and achieving your goals. 

Even if you’re already in business, a one-page business plan that covers the essentials can be powerful. Owners with a business plan see growth 30% faster than those without one, and 71% of the fasted-growing companies have business plans.

Join us for this month’s program as Roslyn teaches us: 

what a business plan actually is

the five key benefits of having a business plan

the different methods for creating a business plan

About Roslyn Donald:

Roslyn Donald, Business Librarian for Jackson County Library District, has been working in libraries for longer than she cares to remember. Her previous career included ten years as business librarian for San Mateo Public Library and also time spent as Supervising Librarian, Adult & Teen Services for the Santa Clara County Library District. Her misspent youth included teaching English as a Second Language in the People’s Republic of China and Taiwan, a dreadful paralegal job, and a short stint as a Knowledge Engineer for a doomed startup named Sageware. In her spare time, she enjoys tabletop games, playing Civilization VI on her iPad, and trying to find a good local Chinese restaurant.

LOCATION
Rogue Valley Country Club, 2660 Hillcrest Rd, Medford, OR 97504

PRICING
Member - $20.00
Non-member - $35.00 (JOIN WESO now and sa