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The Why Not Today? January Luncheon Features Laura Morrow…What to know about Perimenopause!

Thursday, January 23rd 11:30am – 1pm

Kalypso’s Sports Tavern, Reston, Virginia

Perimenopause…you’ve probably been hearing that word a lot lately, but what exactly does it mean? How do you know if you’re in it (or through it)? Is there anything that you can do to feel better, or do you just have to tough it out?

In this intimate conversation, Laura will share what perimenopause (and menopause) means, highlight the most common (and weird) symptoms you might be experiencing, debunk the myths surrounding it, and give you the tools to thrive.

If you’re a woman ages 35-70 who has been struggling with fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, digestive issues, headaches and migraines, stress and anxiety, sleep issues, hormonal imbalances, and weight management, this is for you!

Laura is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner who focuses on helping women with hormone imbalances, sleep, stress, and autoimmune disease. After she began suffering from fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, and chronic headaches and migraines, she reversed her autoimmune symptoms by changing her diet and lifestyle. She then launched her nutrition services to ensure that other women can also successfully journey to better health.

In addition to her Nutritional Therapy certification, Laura has obtained numerous other certifications that allow her to assist with autoimmune diseases, hormonal balancing, nutritional supplements, and integrative medicine. She has been featured on CBS, WUSA9, Great Day Washington, Paleo Magazine, the Washingtonian Magazine, Tysons Premier Magazine, and numerous podcasts. Her practice focuses on helping women bring their bodies back into balance. She does this by analyzing her clients’ issues through functional lab testing and journaling, and then creating bespoke recommendations to help them improve their diets and change their lifestyle.

When you are ready for more information: https://vipelnk.com/alco7jg

Global Connections is all about bringing people together from all over the world to network, share ideas, and build lasting relationships.

Join us for an exciting international mixer on Tuesday, January 28th, where you can meet people from around the world. This is your chance to expand your network and make new friends while enjoying great food and drinks. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or just curious about different cultures, this event is perfect for anyone looking to make global connections. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to broaden your horizons and have a fantastic time! See you there!

Tickets are available for $30. The event will be at: Kalypso’s Sports Tavern 1617 Washington Plaza North Reston, VA 20190

Purchase tickets on event brite here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/global-connections-mixer-tickets-1144990670919?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl&fbclid=IwY2xjawH0A2hleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHXaeEAYG4DbT5KkB0PDue3V2TLVvtJeTv-KU-iUBM4KUqkvTghYATolA6w_aem__GlQwmv_FvnH84Gf8rk6Gw

Design your Destiny
Date: Saturday, February 8th from 9am-5pm
Location: 10306 Eaton Place, #115, Fairfax VA

Register at: https://designyourdestiny2025.eventbrite.com/

Rajika is an inspiring speaker, passionate educator, and a highly sought after transformational coach. Now combining this background with the proven Brave Thinking® technology, Rajika is helping clients achieve extraordinary results in accelerated time. By helping them transform their lives and close the gap between the life they were living and a life they absolutely LOVE living.

It is my passion and life’s work to help you get off of that exhausting merry-go-round and finally see RESULTS.

Without needing willpower, and without disappointment, judgement or blame.

In this in person, full day workshop I am going to give you everything I have and not leave anything out. You’re going to learn EXACTLY how to design and live into your dreams in 2025 with 5 simple shifts.

It’s going to be a lot of fun, you’ll be surrounded by like-minded people and lunch will be provided. It’s a win-win!

Is this you?

• ✓ No matter what you do, you’re stuck at a certain level of results or success don’t know how to break through to your next level. You’re tired of failing.
• ✓ You have dreams and desires but it seems like they always get put on the back burner when you’re just trying get through day to day “life.”
• ✓ You worry that there is no point to dreaming because you should be grateful for what you have and feel bad wanting more, or, you don’t want to risk losing what you already have.
• ✓ You’re longing for a life you love, but don’t know how… or even where, to begin.

In this workshop, you’ll discover:

1.  Your most authentic, fulfilling vision for life and the process to create it with more ease, joy and simplicity than ever before
2.  The reason fear, self-doubt, sabotage and challenges have held you back (and how to flip it on it’s head and let it help you)
3. The proven, step-by-step results formula that is the difference between working harder and working smarter (successful people have used this for more than 100 years and it never fails.)
4.  How to access your superpower- your connection to the infinite that most of us completely ignore and wonder why nothing is working!

VRLTA Arlington/Alexandria Quarterly Event – Do you own, manage, or work in the hospitality space? Whether it is a hotel, attraction, or restaurant here in Northern Virginia, you should be a part of the Virginia Restaurant Lodging and Travel Association. From meeting others and in the industry for networking and support to combining our voices when speaking to elected officials, and so much more, there is something for everyone with VRLTA. Come and see why you want to be a part of the best industry association in the state!

This is our free quarterly event for Arlington and Alexandria businesses. This month we will be at Hyatt Centric in Arlington. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with their colleagues from around the industry over some light refreshments and receive important updates from the VRLTA team.

The featured speaker is Danielle Verderosa, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Founder & President of HR Allies. She will be joining us to give a brief presentation on The Evolution of Workplace Culture in Hospitality, exploring how workplace culture is shaping recruitment and retention, with quick tips on fostering a culture that attracts talent.

You can register at: https://virginiarestaurantlodgingtravelassociation.growthzoneapp.com/eventcalendar/Details/vrlta-arlington-alexandria-chapter-event-1271695?sourceTypeId=EmailConfirmation

BIG BUSINESS NETWORKING MIXER with Dawn Peters
~ TUESDAY FEBRUARY 11TH ~

It’s time to hit the ground running for 2025 and set yourself up for success! So don’t miss this invaluable opportunity to meet new prospects, explore business opportunities, and collaborate.

** Welcome drink * Get Chima gift card * Hors D ’Oeuvres * Goodies * Headshot opportunity * Happy Hour prices * Win door prizes * Vendors * Music *

Upcoming Events

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Fairfax Business Meetup, the Middle of the Day/Week/Month networking group is a great way to meet other bsuiness leaders in the Fairfax City area and learn about things going on in the community. Hosted by Russ McIntosh of Vision Idea Designs, this is a low key environment to really get to know some other people.

Patriots Pub – 10560 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22030

12pm

February learn about “Cake for Kids”

March Speaker Darren Marquardt

Come attend our Monthly Meetup at Patriots Pub & Grill. Get to know business professionals in the area, and help others pursue their goals. This is a relaxed business networking luncheon, that will showcase a local business in the area with a Q & A afterwards, hosted by Vision Idea Design.

Attendance is FREE, but…

A specialty catered menu has been crafted for this event by Patriots Pub & Grill. $20 RSVP (Includes food, space rental, etc.) $25 at door – day of. $5 – Beverages with refills.

RSVP at https://checkout.square.site/buy/5WUB4MO4XPGQWIWVO4B6OU7K

Join the Tysons, Falls Church, Vienna Social Collective for coffee and networking. We will be taking over Westover Taco from 10am to noon on February 20th. 5849B Washington Blvd Arlington, Va 22205. There is always a great turnout, so register early and tell a friend. There will be door prizes and plenty of opportunity to not only meet new people, but talk about what you do and who you are trying to meet.

You can register at: https://www.evite.com/event/00B456KZWA6Q6QXVQEPPZ3LVL6QPBY/?gid=00B44UU4276KZQK64EPP2KNTZ7O7DA&fbclid=IwY2xjawH0Bj1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHb_OnpDlClNmEbHgRp_-N7pSNn2McbNr6jLB_Tvh1gKWyYmyAa2A7qNYtg_aem_QRZOUHYc5VqOxoxbpCl8fg

Fairfax Business Meetup, the Middle of the Day/Week/Month networking group is a great way to meet other bsuiness leaders in the Fairfax City area and learn about things going on in the community. Hosted by Russ McIntosh of Vision Idea Designs, this is a low key environment to really get to know some other people.

Patriots Pub – 10560 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22030

12pm

February learn about “Cake for Kids”

March Speaker Darren Marquardt

Come attend our Monthly Meetup at Patriots Pub & Grill. Get to know business professionals in the area, and help others pursue their goals. This is a relaxed business networking luncheon, that will showcase a local business in the area with a Q & A afterwards, hosted by Vision Idea Design.

Attendance is FREE, but…

A specialty catered menu has been crafted for this event by Patriots Pub & Grill. $20 RSVP (Includes food, space rental, etc.) $25 at door – day of. $5 – Beverages with refills.

RSVP at https://checkout.square.site/buy/5WUB4MO4XPGQWIWVO4B6OU7K