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Business Women Networking Involving Charity and Education We see value in the balance of business networking and charitable outreach.

BW NICE, Business Women Networking Involving Charity & Education, is a unique women’s networking organization that provides women at all stages of business and personal life with support, education, and resources. You don’t have to be a member to participate and we welcome all women! BW NICE encompasses three elements:

Networking – build a network of professional women providing an atmosphere that is supportive, educational, and dynamic so women will make meaningful connections, learn tips and techniques for new ways to succeed, foster an empowering environment, and leave each event motivated. Education – provide women with the necessary tools and training to enhance and build core competencies and skills. Foster a creative and motivating environment to help all women strive for and achieve their goals. Charity – raise funds and awareness supporting local organizations in the fight against domestic violence. Proceeds from our flagship charity event, The Red Shoe™ , will support the immediate needs of women and children in local safe and transition housing and help them gain dignity for a new and better life. Our philosophy is welcoming and non-competitive. We do not have attendance or participation requirements, there are no forced referrals, and we do not have a policy against membership with other networking organizations. Instead, we encourage members to enhance their networking abilities, foster meaningful partnerships with others, and help one another grow and prosper. We are a group of women who want to do more than merely exchange business cards. We were founded out of someone’s personal story and we want to be an integral part of others’ stories, too.

10/19/2026

NEW PODCAST EPISODE ALERT!!

Are you stressed… or have you completely lost yourself in the process of doing it all?

There's a difference. And it's one more women need to be talking about.

We're used to being the ones who handle everything. The deadlines. The family. The business. The responsibilities. The endless to-do lists.

But somewhere along the way, we can become so focused on doing that we forget how to simply be.

🎙️ On the latest episode of the BW NICE Podcast, hosts Cindy Caldwell and Jennifer Leary welcome Tracy Doyle, award-winning entrepreneur, author, and emotional wellness advocate, for an honest conversation about emotional burnout and finding your way back to yourself.

After building a multimillion-dollar company and experiencing burnout herself, Tracy discovered that recovery isn't always about taking a vacation or clearing your calendar.

Sometimes, it's about understanding the patterns, beliefs, and expectations that have kept you putting everyone else first.

Together, they explore:

✨ The difference between everyday stress and emotional burnout

✨ How people-pleasing and self-sacrifice contribute to exhaustion

✨ Why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness

✨ How leaders can create environments where people feel safe speaking up

✨ The importance of recognizing your own warning signs

✨ Small, intentional steps toward reconnecting with yourself

One of the biggest reminders from this conversation? You don't have to earn your worth by doing everything for everyone.

And sometimes, the first step toward change is giving yourself permission to pause, breathe, and ask for what you need.

🎧 Listen to the latest episode of the BW NICE Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music.

💜 Have you ever found yourself saying "I'm fine" when you were actually running on empty?

Check it out on Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2186080/episodes/19983447

10/05/2026

NEW PODCAST EPISODE ALERT!!

What if starting over wasn't the end of your story…but the beginning of becoming who you were always meant to be?

When Nicole Rodin left an unhealthy relationship, she knew she was walking away from the life she had built.

What she didn't know was that the very next day, she would lose her job too.

Suddenly, everything changed.

No job. No home of her own. No familiar routine. A move back to Philadelphia after 15 years away. And the realization that she was going to have to rebuild her life from the ground up.

On the newest episode of the BW Nice Podcast, Nicole joins hosts Cindy Caldwell and Jennifer Leary for an incredibly candid conversation about what happened next.

They talk about:

✨ Rebuilding after an unhealthy relationship
✨ Starting over in midlife
✨ Learning to trust your intuition again
✨ Setting boundaries without endlessly second-guessing yourself
✨ Dating from a place of self-trust instead of fear
✨ Knowing what you are—and aren't—willing to tolerate
✨ Finding community, routine and joy again
✨ Choosing partnership because it adds to your life, not because you need it to complete your life

Nicole also shares an important realization she had along the way: you don't have to lose yourself trying to understand someone else.

Sometimes protecting your peace means trusting what you're feeling, honoring your standards and knowing when it's okay to walk away.

And rebuilding? It doesn't happen in one giant, life-changing moment.

It happens through hundreds of small, intentional choices that slowly create a life that feels like yours again.

🎧 Listen to the latest episode of the BW Nice Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music.

Check it our on Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2186080/episodes/19910221!

09/14/2026

NEW Episode Alert!

Season 4 Episode 5 of the BWNICE Voice podcast is now LIVE!

You can't respond to what you don't see. 👀
Situational awareness isn't just about personal safety. It's about paying attention—to the room, to the people around you, to the signals they're giving you, and even to your own instincts.

On the newest episode of the BW Nice Podcast, host Jennifer Leary sits down with Stephanie Hammond, Branch Vice President at Coldwell Banker Realty, to explore how situational awareness can make us stronger leaders, better communicators, and more confident decision-makers.

With 30+ years of martial arts experience and more than 20 years in adult learning and development, Stephanie brings a unique perspective to the conversation.

Together, they talk about:
✨ Reading the room and recognizing nonverbal cues
✨ The difference between awareness and living in fear
✨ Why trusting your instincts matters
✨ Using breathwork to stay present under pressure
✨ Setting healthy boundaries in business
✨ Creating workplaces where people feel psychologically AND physically safe
✨ Why great leaders need to listen to what's being said—and what's not
And perhaps the simplest takeaway?

Put the phone down. Look up. Pay attention.
Because when we're more aware of the people around us, we're better equipped to make sure everyone feels seen, heard, and included.

🎧 Listen to the latest episode of the BW Nice Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music.

Check it out on:
Buzzsprout - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2186080/episodes/19801944

08/03/2026

NEW Episode Alert!

Season 4 Episode 4 of the BWNICE Voice podcast is now LIVE!

What if healthy eating didn't have to feel so hard?

Between busy schedules, endless nutrition advice on social media, and the pressure to "do it all," it's no wonder so many women feel overwhelmed.

In this episode of the BW Nice Podcast, hosts Cindy Caldwell and Jennifer Leary welcome Joni Garcia, registered dietitian and founder of The Rooted Kitchen, for a refreshing conversation about making healthy eating realistic, enjoyable, and sustainable.

Together they explore:
🥗 Why healthy eating doesn't have to be complicated
💧 The power of small habits over dramatic changes
🛒 Simple meal planning strategies that actually work
🍽️ Why slowing down during meals matters
💚 How to build balanced meals without counting every calorie
🌎 Honoring cultural traditions while supporting your health

If you've ever felt like you have to be "perfect" to eat healthy, this episode is your reminder that lasting wellness starts with simple, consistent choices—not perfection.

🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Search "S4E4: Why Healthy Eating Feels So Hard and How to Finally Make It Simple with Joni Garcia"

What's one healthy habit that's made the biggest difference in your life? Share it with us in the comments! 💜

Check it out on:
Buzzsprout - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2186080/episodes/19590238

07/06/2026

NEW Episode Alert!

Season 4 Episode 3 of the BWNICE Voice podcast is now LIVE!

The best mentors don't tell you what to do. They help you become the person who knows what to do.

In this episode of the BW Nice Podcast, hosts Cindy Caldwell and Jennifer Leary sit down with Keren Gonen, Broker Manager at Realty Executives, entrepreneur, and passionate mentor, to explore the true meaning of mentorship.

This conversation goes far beyond business advice.

Keren shares why kindness is one of the most underrated leadership skills, how mistakes become the greatest teachers, and why the goal of every mentor should be to build confidence—not dependence.

You'll also hear thoughtful conversations about:
✨ What makes a great mentor
✨ Why reputation matters more than recognition
✨ Supporting others while allowing them to grow on their own
✨ The power of listening before offering advice
✨ Parenting, leadership, and mentoring through the same lens
✨ How embracing different perspectives creates stronger businesses and communities
Whether you're looking for a mentor, becoming one, or simply trying to grow as a leader, this episode is filled with wisdom you can apply immediately.

🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music.

Who has been the most influential mentor in your life? Tag them below or tell us what they taught you. 💜

Check it out on:
Buzzsprout - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2186080/episodes/19450517

Also, find us on
Apple Podcast & Spotify - Search "S4E3: The Power of Mentorship: Leading with Kindness, Confidence & Purpose with Keren Gonenr"

06/29/2026

NEW Episode Alert!

Season 4 Episode 2 of the BWNICE Voice podcast is now LIVE!

How often do you lose yourself while trying to be everything for everyone else?

As women, we're often taught to keep going.

Be the strong one.
The caregiver.
The problem solver.

But what happens when constantly pouring into everyone else leaves nothing for yourself?

In this powerful Season 4 episode of the BW Nice Podcast, Cindy Caldwell and Jennifer Leary sit down with Dr. Tony Warner to explore what it really means to reset—not just recover.

Together they discuss:
✨ Why your job, titles, or "hats" don't define who you are
✨ The hidden roots of burnout and emotional exhaustion
✨ Breaking free from generational patterns
✨ Why healing isn't about finding a quick fix
✨ How small, intentional moments create lasting change
✨ A beautiful new perspective on self-care as "emotional philanthropy"
If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like you've lost touch with yourself, this conversation is one you'll want to hear.

🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music.

What was your biggest takeaway?

We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. 💜

Check it out on:
Buzzsprout - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2186080/episodes/19413308

Also, find us on
Apple Podcast & Spotify - Search "Season 4 E2: A Sustainable Reset: Healing, Burnout & Rediscovering Yourself with Dr. Tony Warner"

06/15/2026

NEW Episode Alert!

Season 4 Episode 1 of the BWNICE Voice podcast is now LIVE!

Perfectionism isn't a personality trait.
It's often a nervous system pattern.

In our latest BW Nice Podcast episode, we sit down with Patricia Gent to explore why so many women feel trapped in cycles of overachieving, overthinking, and constantly trying to get everything "just right."

We talk about:
✨ The surprising connection between perfectionism and the nervous system
✨ How childhood experiences can shape our need for control and validation
✨ Why perfectionism often leads to anxiety, exhaustion, and burnout
✨ Simple ways to build self-trust and regulate your nervous system
✨ The power of play, breathwork, and small daily practices

One of our favorite takeaways?

You don't need a perfect wellness routine.

You just need a place to start.
Sometimes that start is as simple as taking a few deep breaths and asking yourself:

💭 "What do I need right now?"

Listen to the full episode and join the conversation.

Check it out on:
Buzzsprout - https://conta.cc/4oqs3IY

Also, find us on
Apple Podcast & Spotify - Search "Season 4: Perfectionism Isn't a Personality Trait"

11/13/2023

NEW Episode Alert! Episode 9 of the BWNICE Voice podcast is LIVE!

We had the pleasure of hosting Randi Goldberg on this week's episode!

Randi Goldberg is a senior Resource Specialist with Archer Law offices. She comes to us from the BW NICE Mercer chapter. She shared a lot with us about how to navigate the healthcare field for seniors.

Randi made us see that there's a lot more to it than we realized.

Part hand-holder, part social worker, and always client advocate, Randi understands the unique needs of seniors and the sometimes tricky family dynamics involved.

Check it out on:
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0FQSQgzmI6GAFMeHxc4uLX?si=fbe878b9e5a248ce
Buzzsprout - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2186080/13944535
Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/season-1-episode-9-randi-goldberg-shares-valuable-information/id1696537849?i=1000634358645

10/12/2023

NEW Episode Alert! Episode 8 of the BWNICE Voice podcast is LIVE!

We had the pleasure of hosting Jennifer Gardella on this week's episode!

Jennifer is a Social Media Consultant and Author. She helps small businesses with their marketing and social media presence and has a new service, Your Social Media Hour. She is the owner of The Gardella Group.

She was also the victim of domestic abuse and she didn't even know it!

Jennifer has written a book called "Listen for the Whispers of Abuse," in the hopes that victims and their loved ones can learn about how to deal with abuse that may not be obvious at first.

Check it out on:
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0SjAAdsbbZoKtRErFfxZDS?si=ddbb6b3df460477f
Buzzsprout - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2186080
Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/season-3-episode-8-domestic-abuse-survivor-jennifer/id1696537849?i=1000631077972

09/29/2023

We want to send a huge thank you to all who supported our 3rd annual BWNICE Women's Empowerment Conference:

Last Thursday was a successful event and it wouldn't have been possible without the help of so many!

First up a huge shoutout to our committee members:

👉 WEC Organizing Committee – from left to right: Lynn Grillo - Project Manager, Diane Simovich, Erin DeGeorge and Don Seckler

BW NICE Corporate Sponsors:

👉 Unity Bank – from left to right: Crystal Rose, Wendy Ewen, Samantha Fegely, Cassie Doherty, Sarne Brewster, Meredith Parish, and Rosemary Fellner
👉 ImageCare/PINK Breast Center – from left to right: Jenine Gregory, Tom Wood, Me, Katy Lynch

Thank you again for all your help and support for this years event. We look forward to planning our next event next year!

Address

531 US Highway 22 E, Suite 4, PMB 275
Scotrun, PA
08889

Telephone

+19088948219

Website

https://bwnice.org/bwnice-chapter/monroe-county-chapter/

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