Women’s empowerment dinner happening Nov. 4

Imperfection Lives Here Inc. (ILH) is announcing the return of its highly anticipated event, the Between Us Ladies: Dinner Soirée, happening Nov. 4  from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Caruso Club.

In a release from the women’s advocacy group, the event is described as an opportunity to foster meaningful connections among women.

“This year’s Dinner Soirée will continue its mission to connect mentors with mentees, encourage intentional networking, and spark engaging dialogue among attendees,” it reads.

In addition to mentorship opportunities and networking, as well as vendors, the event will host guest speakers sharing their life journeys. Keynote speakers for the evening will include Carrie-Lynn Hotson, an accomplished author, human resources expert, Cambrian College professor, and successful entrepreneur. Hoston owns and operates an human resources consultancy and leadership coaching business, “Inspiring Organizational Growth,” and will share her insights and experiences with attendees. Also featuring speaker Vicki Battah, a financial expert for more than two decades whose journey took her from an administrative role to managing partner and co-owner at Horizon Partners, where she holds the certified financial planner designation.

Communications specialist Jelise Keating will be performing one of her poems and the event will feature host Juanita Skruibis, a YWCA board member and manager of child and family advocacy at Nogdawindamin Child and Family Services.

As well, ILH is hosting a silent auction featuring 10 mentors willing to share their time and wealth of knowledge. The proceeds from the auction will be donated to the SWC (formerly known as the Sudbury Women’s Centre) and the Afro Women and Youth Foundation. You can find the list of mentors below.

Last year, ILH raised $560 for SWC and this year, through the mentor silent auction, they hope to double this contribution.

In the release, Gina Gegeoju, co-founder of ILH, expressed her excitement for this year’s event. “We are thrilled to announce a special addition to our Dinner Soirée,” she said. “Every attendee will receive a professional headshot, courtesy of Sarah Jones Photography, to enhance their professional branding.”

“ILH is dedicated to empowering women to succeed by cultivating and leveraging relationships within our community,” said co-founder Michelle Gwekwerere.  “We are always excited about the opportunity to learn and grow, discovering ways to add even more value to the lives of our attendees.”

Attendees will be served dinner, dessert, and tea/coffee, with a cash bar available. Tickets range from $90 to $200 and can be purchased by clicking here.

For more information, visit the Imperfectionliveshere.com or email imperfectionliveshere@gmail.com.

Silent Auction Mentors

• Wendy Watson – director of communications, Greater Sudbury Utilities Inc.
• Theresa Nyabeze –  mining professional and author
• Meredith Armstrong – director economic development, City of Greater Sudbury
• Giah Sumalde – marketing and communications professional
• Giulia Carpenter –  executive director, SWC
• Hailey Short  – community advocate & senior communications advisor to sudbury MP Viviane Lapointe
• Arielle Mapfasoni – chartered professional accountant
• Chantal Makela – chief executive officer, Spark Employment Services.
• Helen Francis – ceo and president, YMCA Northeastern Ontario
• Sandi Emdin – leadership development coach
• Giselle Roberts –  director, research and innovation, Laurentian University
• Chantae Robinson – President Afro-Heritage Association of Sudbury, medical student NOSM University 2025