About this Event
WHAT: Join the Zonta Club of Janesville at our annual Open House. This Sunday Brunch is a free event and is open to the public.
WHEN & WHERE: Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, at The Janesville Woman’s Club, 108 S. Jackson St., Janesville, WI 53548. Social hour begins at 11:00 am; brunch will be served at 11:30; program begins at 12:00 pm. Basket raffles will be available.
This is a free event; however, since seating is limited, reservations are encouraged.
WHY: Zonta Club of Janesville is the club you didn’t know you needed! Zonta’s mission is to make the world a better place for women and girls through service and advocacy. This event is a wonderful opportunity to meet local Zonta Club members, mingle with your friends, and make new connections in our community.
11:00 am Social Hour: complimentary coffee, mimosas, and assorted juices.
11:30 am Brunch: breakfast egg bakes, vegetarian options, rolls, and desserts.
Noon: Program: Jumpstart Your Business or Nonprofit!
Keynote Speaker: Genia Stevens is a nonprofit executive, entrepreneur, and community builder with more than 25 years of experience in business development, entrepreneurship, business mentoring, and economic empowerment. She is the Founder and CEO of Jumpstart South Central Wisconsin, an equity-driven nonprofit focused on strengthening the regional economy by providing underserved entrepreneurs with the training, technology, and support needed to build and grow sustainable businesses that benefit their communities.
Genia also served as a Rock County Board Supervisor from 2021 to 2026. Her leadership is grounded in a clear focus on creating opportunities, removing barriers, and helping others succeed. Throughout her career, Genia has been recognized for her leadership and impact, receiving honors such as the 2025 Elected Official of the Year Award, NAACP Community Service Award, YWCA Woman of Distinction, the Groundbreaker and Trailblazer Award, and being named one of Madison365’s Most Influential Black Leaders.
Her passion for community service extends beyond her professional endeavors. Genia has served on various nonprofit boards and committees aimed at promoting affordable housing, education, and youth services.
What is Jumpstart? Jumpstart South Central Wisconsin is an equity-focused economic development organization helping entrepreneurs and nonprofits build, grow, and thrive. We provide business education, one-on-one coaching, access to capital, technology, ethical and responsible AI training, business planning, and ongoing support for entrepreneurs at every stage. We also help nonprofits strengthen their organizations through strategic planning, board development, training, and capacity-building services.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit the Janesville Zonta Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/janesvillezonta/; email: [email protected]; call or text 608-931-5705, or message us on Messenger.
ABOUT ZONTA: Zonta International is a leading global organization of professionals empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy. Zonta International envisions a world in which women’s rights are recognized as human rights and every woman is able to achieve her full potential. In such a world, women have access to all resources and are represented in decision-making positions on an equal basis with men. In such a world, no woman lives in fear of violence.
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Janesville Woman's Club Association, 108 South Jackson Street, Janesville, United States
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