Women's Day Business Feature

WOMEN'S

business feature DAY

THE MODERN

March 2021 DAY WIFE

LADIES

l e aving LEGACIES RĒ•SPIN CONNECT to yourself

NOURISH your soul

STRENGTHEN your body

AWAKEN your mind

GIVE back to the world

Realize your ETERNAL beauty

BUSINESS PARTNERS

HALLE

Berry

Halle Berry is an Academy Award Winning Actress, Director, Producer, Activist, and Founder of health and wellness platform, rē•spin. She is best known for winning the 2002 Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in the romantic drama, Monster's Ball (2001), for which she made history as the first black woman to ever win the award. As of 2020, she is still the only black female recipient.

KENDRA

Bracken- Ferguson

Kendra Bracken-Ferguson is a transformative brand-builder and leader focused on business development and growth strategy.

She has a proven track record and global portfolio of business endeavors that span digital media, beauty, wellness and lifestyle segments. Kendra is currently the CEO of rē•spin. She and Halle have been working together for over six years and have been Partners in rē•spin for three years.

RĒ•SPIN

A digital health and wellness community

FULL BODY RESISTANCE LOOP | 17

CONNECT A deep dive into the relationships that make up our world

NOURISH Feeding your mind, body and soul.

STRENGTHEN Discovering your own strength and pushing yourself to the limit.

WEIGHTED JUMP ROPE | 19

COOLING TOWEL | 9

AWAKEN A safe space to explore and discover your spirituality.

GIVE Conversations around charity, showing gratitude, and giving of yourself.

A JOURNAL ON JOY | 34

ETERNAL An enlightened space for positive energy

WAIST PACK | 13

WOMEN IN THE

Media

JULIE CHEN MOONVES

Q: What women have inspired you and why?

A: Professionally, Barbara Walters. My mom and I watched her specials when she hosted the ABC news magazine show on Friday nights called 20/20. She did everything, from interview World Leaders to World Superstars, and she did it so well. You really felt you were taken inside that person's private quarter and given a special look at their life, and what makes them who they are. But bar none, my mother. She raised three girls in Queens while my dad worked and came here from Burma (now called Myanmar). She left behind her family and a life of privilege to marry the man she loved. She had to learn on her own how to raise a family, cook, clean, run a home, etc. with no support system. Her mom, and all her friends and relatives were in Singapore and Burma.

Q: What advice would you give your 25-year-old self?

Enjoy the growing pains and grumble less. I look back now so fondly and with humor on the things that went wrong or frustrated me back then. Perfection is boring. It’s the flaws and mistakes that make a person!

Q: What type of legacy would you like to leave this world?

Help people find peace, hope, love and unity in Christ.

Q: Have you always been comfortable in your skin? Or was that a work in progress?

No, I wasn’t which is why I got a cosmetic eyelid surgery called double eyelid surgery when I was 26 years old. I was on TV and wanted my eyes to look more Caucasian and open, at the recommendation of a big talent agent. He was honest and straightforward, and I thank him for his candor. He was right: he said, "If you get this eyelid surgery, your career will take you to a top 10 market." I was in Dayton (market 52) at the time. After my surgery healed, I got job offers in Washington, DC and NYC.

"PERFECTION IS BORING. IT’S THE FLAWS AND MISTAKES THAT MAKE A PERSON!"

Julie Chen Moonves

Producer, News Anchor and TV Host

LET'S TALK CRYPTOCURRENCY

Q: How do you make money off your investment?

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Osorio

Q: What is cryptocurrency?

A: Cryptocurrency is digital money. It’s money like the dollar or euro or yen, except it exists only in a digital form and is not managed by central authorities (like banks or governments). The most well-known – and the first and most popular one – is bitcoin! Bitcoin is often referred to as “digital gold” because of its store of value and digital scarcity.

Q: Is there a minimum investment to get started for cryptocurrencies?

A: No, the great thing about cryptocurrencies is that you can start out small, with as little as $10, $100, $1000. This is because you can buy fractions of a bitcoin like 0.5 BTC, 0.1 BTC, 0.01 BTC rather than 1 whole bitcoin.

So even if you’re relatively risk-averse, you can still test out the crypto waters with just $10.

A lot of people get scared off when they see that the price of bitcoin is $50,000 or $60,000 and think “I can’t afford that!” – but you can. You don’t have to buy one entire bitcoin to get started.

A: Bitcoin is often referred to as “digital gold” or “gold 2.0”. You can certainly day trade it, and leverage bitcoin’s volatility, but that can be a riskier, more stressful way to go about it!

Many bitcoin investors buy and hold their bitcoin (like gold investors do), similar to the way you would buy and hold your gold as an investment.

In 2010, 1 bitcoin was worth less than $0.10.

Fast forward 11 years, in 2021, 1 bitcoin is worth over $61,000 CAD (at time of writing).

That’s why it’s important to be patient and zoom out when it comes to building wealth.

Q: Why is it important for women to empower themselves for their finances?

A: Canadian women weren’t officially allowed to have a bank account in their own name until 1964. That shows us once more how money and investing have traditionally been a man’s game.

Given, there are still financial disparities between women and men, our mission at Netcoins is to help close that gap through education and cryptocurrency tools. We want to see more women understanding, investing and benefitting from cryptocurrencies.

Q: How can people get educated on cryptocurrencies through Netcoins?

A: At Netcoins, we built a Crypto Academy for Beginners where we answer the most frequently asked questions like: What are cryptocurrencies? What is a blockchain and how does it work? How do you keep your cryptocurrencies safe? and so much more. It’s a great place to start if you’re new to the world of crypto.

KYLA GETTY I Like Her Style Vancouver Founder and Creative Director, Kyla Getty’s career of 20 years began with Branding & Design at an advertising agency which led to the launch of her own company in 2009. Through her lifestyle media, she's published over 70 magazine issues.

Today, I Like Her Style Vancouver is a celebrated online women's community based online with the new Style Book eMagazine, ilikeherstyle.com, and social fun @ilikeherstylevancouver on insta.

It’s a brand devoted to sharing inspiration to empower women to become 'lifestylists' through editorial content, dynamic video, and real life sharing. Kyla is passionate about shining a spotlight on women with both style and soul.

DIANE ROLSTON

"Dynamic You shows you immediately how to be happier and fulfill your unlimited potential."

Diane Rolston has been called THE expert on being Dynamic, and is a behind-the-scenes advisor and coach for business owners and high performers.

- Brain Tracy, Speaker, Author, Consultant

DYNAMIC YOU Dynamic You is the 9 Pillars of being a Dynamic Woman. It’s a program and book where I help women unleash their full potential in an incredible way, so they can be confident, wealthy and successful in all areas of life without being overwhelmed or having to sacrifice.

After leading events, speaking on international stages, and becoming a podcaster and 5-time author while raising two young children, Diane knows firsthand about handling a lot and can show you how to have a work/life balance.

As an Award-Winning Coach and the CEO & Founder of Dynamic Women®, she is recognized as one of the most trusted, business and motivational keynote speakers and coaches.

PROVEN

results

The easiest way to move ahead and have better results is to have a supportive team and follow a game plan! "She’s Goaled Coaching Mastermind" is a Speed Course to Grow Your Business!

Her systems & processes help her clients to have “clarity” on what to focus on, the “confidence” to go for it, and an “action” plan so they have tangible steps to reach the best results.

To talk further with Diane reach out at diane@dianerolston.com or @CoachDianeRolston

TESTIMONIAL “Diane’s wealth of knowledge very quickly has taught me the skills I can use to take my business to the next level."

KATHRYN FINN

LEAD WITH CONFIDENCE Many women I meet have imposter syndrome. They tell me they feel like they're in a place they don't fully belong, or they can’t get to the next level, and so they self-sabotage, lose focus and procrastinate.

Confidence can be grown and increased by applying PROVEN tools and techniques. The Confidence Course & Experience Box is your solution.

TESTIMONIAL “In the time Diane coached me, I doubled my income!”

IDA ADAMOWICZ

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WOMEN IN

fashion

"MY AESTHETIC IS ROOTED IN AUTHENTICITY AND SINCERITY; I LOVE BRIDGING THE IMAGINATION OF DESIGNERS TO INDIVIDUALS AND COMPANIES IN A WAY THAT UNIQUELY AUGMENTS WHO THEY ARE AND THE STORIES THAT THEY WANT TO SHARE."

Sara Acevedo Celebrity Stylist

EMILIA WICKSTEAD

ROKSANADA

GABRIELA HEARST

S T Y L E

P I C K S

For the Modern Day Wife EMILIA WICKSTEAD

SARA BATTAGLIA

SARA BATTAGLIA

rebecca minkoff

An industry leader in accessible luxury handbags, accessories, footwear and apparel, Rebecca Minkoff’s playful and subtly edgy designs can be spotted around the world on young women and celebrities alike. In 2001, Rebecca designed a version of the “I Love New York” t-shirt as part of a fivepiece capsule collection, which appeared on The Tonight Show and became an overnight sensation.

Today, Rebecca Minkoff is a global brand with a wide range of apparel, handbags, footwear, jewelry and accessories (including tech) as well as men’s accessories under the label Uri Minkoff.

DARREN TOP SHOULDER | 298

DESIGNER

industry leader

EDIE FLAP SHOULDER BAG WITH WOVEN CHAIN | 328

SCRUNCHIES | 11 HAIR CLIPS | 12

S I S T E R & S O U L E S S E N T I A L S

BRACELET | 40

Hi! I’m Daniela Naimark, a North Vancouver Momma of two beautiful girls! I started my journey into Self-Love accessories right after I had my first baby girl. It was a little passion project that I would work on while my little one was napping. It was a way for me to unwind, clear my head and be creative. I have always loved healing stones and jewelry so I decided to start making my own bracelets with healing stones.

There’s no better way to get the amazing benefits of healing stones then to wear them on your body! That is how Sister and Soul Essentials was born!

MISMACK Missy MacKintosh is an internationally acclaimed, professional makeup artist. Her work has been featured in Cosmopolitan, Huffington Post, and Daily Mail. She is known for her work in transforming Disney inspired photos into Disney’s iconic villains.

Missy graduated from Blanche McDonald Center and the Make Up For Ever Academy – Paris.

She has over 15 years of experience. Missy has worked on countless international publications, campaigns, and has an extensive background in cosmetic retail.

Having worked with Make Up For Ever and Nars, she is known for her creativity and perfectionism. Missy is constantly pushing herself to think outside of the box and try new techniques. More recently, she stepped outside her product box and started playing with natural cosmetics. A love affair started, and she fell in love with the integrity and values behind natural, clean cosmetics. However, she found that most natural cosmetics did not hold up to her professional standards. So, Missy decided to take matters into her own hands.

cosmetics

"So Missy decided to

take matters into her own hands."

With her expertise and extensive cosmetic knowledge, she worked lengthily to create a line that pushes the technology and performance of natural cosmetics to new heights, with both consumer and pro artist in mind. She ensured to adhere to the values that she adores – clean, ethically sourced, green, Canadian-made, cruelty free, vegan, and sustainable. Missy worked directly with a female Canadian Chemist to create the first Professional Performing Clean Makeup Line – MisMacK Clean Cosmetics.

BEAUTY AND THE BROTH Beauty and the Broth founder, Melissa Boloña is reinventing the old-fashioned bone broth and turning it into something that is both flavorful and convenient. Check out how simple it is to get your hands on this wholebody, total-beauty elixir in a cup!

s k r o w t How i

BEEF BOX

g n i n n u t s f l e s i p y o u rs Based on 12 pouch minimum Weekly $6.25 a cup/ $75 Bi-weekly $7.00 a cup/ $84 Monthly $7.55 a cup/ $90.69 One-Time $7.55 a cup/ $90.69 + shipping

MIXED BOX

A MODERN SELF CARE SANCTUARY FOR BEAUTY AND BALANCE

ENHANCE

enhance arts ARTS

Enhance Arts offers a unique combination of top range medical beauty services, performed by trained aestheticians. Immerse yourself in the milk and honey of selfindulgent, sensorial self-care experiences that go beyond your basic beauty bar. By integrating a holistic approach to nurture and nourish your overall wellbeing together, they shake up your self-care Sunday’s, bend the beauty boundaries, and dip you in the dream of lush and lavish.

MEEKO ATHLETICS

STRENGTH HIGH RISE LEGGINGS | 65

The founders of Meeko Athletics are not the usual bunch. We’re a hard-working efficient team of three cats and me — their full-time mom Kristina Popova. Our brand is named after my previous furry companion, Meeko, and works towards making the community as graceful as the one Meeko saw through her eyes.

My interest in mental healthrelated topics began during my days studying Neuroscience at Simon Fraser University. My personal journey made me aware of the lack of willpower to face new challenges in life. I have focused on holistically improving my mental health.

My favourite self-care habit is any form of exercise, a little physical exhaustion to combat that anxiety and calm the mind.

POWER 3 QUARTER PANTS | 75

My role in Meeko’s Athletics is to provide comfortable, unique fitness apparel for women while creating a safe space to discuss, and learn about mental health-related topics.

When I am busy building Meeko in my comfy Reform Leggings and Persevere Top, my cats oversee my sanity and encourage me to move forward with a greater purpose.

SUCCESS COACH

lisa michaud

At the age of 27, Lisa faced the realization that she might only have a year or two left to live.

Since then, her life has entirely changed. She was lucky: she didn’t have cancer. But she did realize this: She was waiting for someone to tell her that she was going to die before doing the things she really wanted to do.

From that moment, she made a commitment to start living today.

Moving to downtown Vancouver and creating a movement to empower women were two of her dreams she stopped putting on hold and made a reality.

As a proud working mama to her beautiful 2.5 year old daughter Sonoma, she loves celebrating life in Vancouver because to her, it proves that anything is possible. Now, at the age of 33, she’s created a multimillion-dollar net worth, a growing real estate empire, incredible network and beautiful family.

As an International Success Coach, Speaker and Entrepreneur, Lisa inspires and motivates you to turn your big dreams into goals you’ll actually achieve. Her message? You can do whatever you put your mind to. It’s time to dream big, and live life to the fullest!

100 DAY GOAL GETTER PLANNER + JOURNAL US 16 | CA: 20

Imagine accomplishing the most important thing in 100 days without sacrificing your family, health or sanity.

You’re multipassionate, busy, and have big goals and dreams. But maybe you keep getting distracted or overwhelmed instead of tackling your to-do’s and achieving your goals. You’re not alone: we’ve all been there! Truth: It’s not enough to set a goal or even to write it down.

You need structure to break it down into steps you can take, and motivation to check it off your list.

Most planners are either all-fluff and no substance, or so linear, time-consuming and boring that they feel like a second job and don’t leave room for the magic in you and your life. That’s where this pretty + practical 100 Day Goal Getter Planner comes in: you get a step-by-step guide to pick ONE goal to focus on and stay motivated to take action for 100 days. In 5 minutes a day, you get the POWER of a goal setting course combined with a planner & daily agenda. You’ll gain momentum & see results. It’s a perfect gift for you or the women in your life.

Grab a copy for your friends, family and team to reach your goals together.

beekeeper

RACHEL ELAM PROVIDENT CROSSING HONEY, LLC

Kentucky

Fayette | Woodford | Scott County

100% Pure Beeswax Candle Sticks | 24

The perfect candle for your date night-in and for that event you want just pictureperfect. The added benefit with beeswax candles is that they drip less. They’re great for decorating, especially for weddings. For the past year, I have been having pop ups with this amazing business.

I've been fortunate to meet so many new people + welcome new opportunities with event planning.

BEYOND THE HOT ROOM COLLECTION

BEYOND THE HOT ROOM

BTHR MICRODERMABRASION FACIAL SCRUB | 34

FEMALE FOUNDER

Mimi Benz

From supplements that help rehydrate and re-mineralize our bodies post workout, to skin and beauty products to enhance that post-workout glow, BTHR is a collaborative effort to ensure our community is fully reaping the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, not only in the Hot Room, but beyond.

FARAH DELANCE LINOT

humanitarian

Q: Tell us about yourself.

A: My name is Farah Delance Linot, I was born on January 5, 1989. I am a Haitian-singer and actress, a mother, wife and a Drug-Free World Americas Ambassador. I am also a representative for UNESCO, Center for Peace at the UN. I hold the position of President of the Farah Delance Foundation and President of the United Nations of Women Empowerment Coalition. Love, live, and laugh I live inspired and motivated!

Q: What professional activities are you involved in?

A: I’m working on women empowerment. I just launched the United Nations of Women Empowerment Coalition. My job as a woman is to connect all the women leaders throughout the world through collaborative events, campaigns and experiences to help other women who are in need. I also play a role in helping orphans understand that they are not alone when they lose their parents and to help them to move forward.

Q: What awards have you received?

A: I received the Best Humanitarian Award, Leadership Award, Coronavirus Warriors Award and the President’s Volunteer Service Award. In my home country, Haiti, I was recognized as one of the top 50 Haitian women models and inspirations.

Q: What humanitarian programs are you involved in?

A: I'm working with young people all over the world through UNESCO Center for Peace.

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization

Q: How many children do you have?

A: I have 3 children, the first boy Rigobert C. Michel (9) turning 10 Wednesday, Adam Linot (3) and Liam (10 months).

"MY DREAM IS TO SEE ALL SINGLE MOTHERS SUCCEED DESPITE THEIR CHALLENGES IN LIFE."

Farah Delance Linot Humanitarian

FEMALE FOUNDERS

Michelle & Fatemah

Friends and fellow mompreneurs from Vancouver, BC Michelle Lui and Fatemah Hamidi know how challenging it can be to maintain balance. In late 2017, while fostering their relationship over green juices and french fries, they recognized that their shared passion for affordable luxury and clean living could offer more than a personal escape. Wanting to become part of the natural beauty conversation as more than consumers, the two left their corporate careers to create their own conscious collection of clean beauty, designed to offer a truly natural self-care experience. The result is MIFA, high-performance products formulated with integrity and intention.

MIFA & CO.

EUCALYPTUS REFRESH SET | 66

EUCALYPTUS COCO BODY WASH | 35

DIANE'S LINGERIE

all

Every body is different we fit them

what we do why we do it how we do it

DELICE FULL CUP PLUNGE BRA BY SIMONE PERELE | 135

Transform women’s lives, one bra fitting at a time.

We are passionate about making a difference in women’s lives and live for the moments, and for the transformations that a well-fitted bra can make in a woman’s life.

The Diane’s Lingerie team is passionate about providing best in class fittings, beautiful merchandise, a comfortable and inviting store environment and superior knowledge and service to our guests. That is how we change women’s lives with a bra fitting and make magic happen behind the fitting room curtains.

Vancouver-designed, versatile lounge and sleepwear that will move you through the day from sleep to street, Paper Label is created for women, by women using conscious and thoughtful techniques, and high-quality fabrics.

PAPER LABEL SLEEP COLLECTION

JALEH FOTOOHI

lilo collective

My name is Jaleh Fotoohi, you can call me Jay and if you know me / following me on Instagram @jevents.planning.design, you already know that I am a creative and love anything that has to do with creating.

In the past few months I have been spending a lot of time on myself, deconstructing and reconstructing the old me, building a new version of myself. I have become clearer on who I am and why I am here on this planet. I am here to create, to spread light and love, and to leave this earth better than when I came in. So here I am, clearer than ever, birthing LILO Collective with all the light and love.

God has brought me to this world with and allowed me to discover more of it through this ever-evolving journey of mine so I can share it with you and the universe. LILO Collective is a community of creators, creating and supporting other artists. Our goal is to bring Light and Love through our unique and one-of-a-kind art pieces to everyone that crosses paths with us. Every piece is made in small batches of (2-5 pieces) to assure that you are one of a few special people who receive such a piece, but also to respect the fact that no art can ever be duplicated, they can just look alike. We also host workshops (virtual/ in-person) to share our passion with the world and to allow everyone to find their own creativity that they were born with.

THE HALF-MOON GOLD RING N°1 - BOHEME COLLECTION | 98

"I AM HERE TO CREATE, TO SPREAD LIGHT AND LOVE AND TO LEAVE THIS EARTH BETTER THAN WHEN I CAME IN."

HEALING CRYSTAL SAGE & LAVENDER BUNDLE N°4 LA CASA COLLECTION | 37

EVERY PIECE IS MADE

in small batches of (2-5 pieces) to assure that you are one of a few special people who receive such a piece but also to respect the fact that no art can ever be duplicated, they can just look alike.

DRIED BLOOMS IN GLASS DOME N°2 - LA CASA COLLECTION | 67

WILD PINK DREAM IN VASE N°8 - BOHEME COLLECTION | 128

adies of the lTHE MODERN DAY WIFE

Introducing the ladies behind Modern Day Wife. Modern Day Wife provides a 360 degree view of life via community, membership + resources to women who are looking to thrive in career - relationships - family - social life. We are your one stop shoppe!

Q: You and your husband are such a power team. Why is it important to operate a relationship as a team?

A: I believe that when you are in a relationship you are there to help one another grow, and achieve each other's BIG goals and purposes.

Being a team player means sometimes focusing more on your spouse's goals rather than your own and taking turns to buckle down on certain work or life projects when they are more important than others. This is something Corrie and I both continue to work on because we both love business, love to help and love to create! We also have learned that there are certain roles and tasks that we both take care of and manage, this way we aren't crossing over each other's departments and wasting time. When we operate in a flow state things simply are just better and every aspect of our lives thrive better with ease and less resistance.

ayres

MEAGAN FOUNDER

Q: What are your biggest takeaways from 2020 in regards to running a company and being a CEO? A: There definitely are a few for sure!

1. No matter what the external situation is, you can always create a solution and make things happen-- it takes some hard work and commitment, and no considerations. At the beginning of 2020, I didn't have Meghan as our Co-Founder or Chelsea Burwash as our Director of Sponsors and Partners or the 15+ incredible ladies who are on our team -- I am so grateful that the stars aligned and we really came together to produce some seriously incredible events with speakers that we literally have dreamed about working with.

2. Trust your intuition I literally went into business with Meghan, never even having met her.

I hosted an event with MDW in June with Elena Cardone in which we had proceeds going to a non-profit which Meghan ran. Meghan was blown away by the event and bluntly said, "I want to work with you."

Having no idea what I was going to do with MDW, I said, "Sure, let's hold an event together." So Meghan joined Chelsea and I (Chelsea and I are soul sisters who have worked together for quite a few years hosting events through a brand she owns called Project YOU) in hosting our first collaboration event in September called "Think Outside The Box".

I never doubted working with Meghan and having her come on as Co-Founder. Our energies just clicked and I could tell she was an extremely hard worker -- she was working literally up until her due date with her son Darius, she is seriously insane or incredible! I definitely know it is incredible -- that is just how she is. Producing makes her happy, and I love and support that!

We've been on a crazy journey these past 9 months of working together and we have taken on a team of over 20, whom we trusted our intuitions on and it always has worked out. So do not ignore those thoughts when you have them, that is all I can say. One decision can change an entire trajectory - you know what you know.

3. Be persistent, don't take yourself out of the game.

If I gave up this year after all the 'no's' that Meghan, Chelsea, and I

have gotten I would probably be rich if a "no" accounted for a dollar. MDW is definitely not a onewoman show, we are a team. We are committed and we keep playing -- too many people quit before they get on the scoreboard and I think the ones who succeed are the ones willing to play unlimited overtime.

Q: What are your future goals for Modern Day Wife?

A: As a team, we have really looked at the big dreams for our company, we would love to have an actual center that is a hub for the Modern Day Women and a facility where she can literally get it all done and that houses all the things she needs for herself and her family. We want to expand Internationally having events in every major city across the globe! Most of all, we want to continue to inspire women and couples to succeed in life -- our community is a onestop shoppe for them. It is a place where they can come to be inspired and educated on how to make it all go right in life, career and relationships.

MEGHAN CO - FOUNDER

fialkoff

Q: You've been involved in event production for years, how did you get started?

A: I have produced 2000+ events mainly in the nonprofit field, but also in the entertainment and medical worlds. Really, it all got started when I formed the New York chapter of a nonprofit along with my father in 2006. We started having enormous demand for our grassroots events which then turned into partnerships with celebrities, sports figures, and government figures. At that point I was producing events at NASDAQ, New York Fashion Week, and internationally. I’ve been delivering events for all types of people from children to teens to fashionistas to CEOs, and really just love the experience of planning something from start to finish.

Q: What are your core values when it comes to business style?

A: I truly believe that kindness is super important in whatever you do. Whether it’s sending an email, orienting a new person to your team, or just in regular life when meeting people, granting people importance and treating them with respect really goes a long way. I also think it’s important that while we’re professional and organized, we also have some fun and laughter while we are doing it. There is a quote that I have followed since I learned about it in middle school which is “to be early is to be on time, to be on time is to be late and to be late is unforgivable.” To be honest, up until having a baby I was pretty ruthless in following this. So definitely a blend of professionalism and warmth is key to surviving in this world.

Q: How has your life changed as you have evolved from single lady to married lady to now a mama?

A: I have lived so many lives in just this one lifetime. I was once the epitome of the single gal living in Manhattan and having an amazing time. I then got engaged and moved to Los Angeles where I live now, and then more recently had a baby. Each of these time periods has changed me enormously. I’ve definitely become a bit more of a homebody, and as if I wasn’t already a workaholic, Covid has definitely pushed me even more in that direction. Life is definitely a balancing act which I keep trying to improve along the way!

CHELSEA BURWASH

Director of Partners and Sponsorhips

Q: What is your greatest passion in life?

A: I am super passionate about health and fitness. I love the effects I experience from moving my body in different ways.

Q: What about connecting brands with community excites you?

A: I know how hard it is to be a business owner and how much it takes into building a successful brand. Anything I can do to support other entrepreneurs I am always up for, so we can all win together. I have seen the power of collaboration and how impactful it can be in getting you to the next level.

Q: How has the Canadian audience been influenced by your work?

A: I am a pretty big advocate for women to push past their comfort zones because that’s truly where you will see the biggest rewards. I know what it feels like to be scared to do something because you don’t think you can. I’m here to tell you that you can do it and we will be here to support you on your journey.

THANK YOU! At Modern Day Wife we love to feature products and services that bring a smile to your face throughout the day and that can help you in your career, life, home-life and relationships! We are thrilled to have been able to put together our 2021 Women's Day Business Feature + Catalogue that highlights some of our absolute favorite women and women-owned businesses. We hope you enjoyed flipping through these beautifully crafted digital pages and found the curated collections a source of inspiration.

We appreciate you!

We absolutely would love to stay connected with you, our readers and followers. We would love for you to follow us and say hello over on our social channels, and share with us your favorite items from this Women's Day Business Feature. If you are a brand or know a brand that would be an excellent fit in which to collaborate in the future, please send us an email at partnerships@themoderndaywife.com.

"Here's to strong women; may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them."

XO,

Modern Day Wife @themoderndaywife @meaganayres @meghanfialkoff https://www.facebook.com/themoderndaywife/