WESOS Chicago NW Side: Holding Space Without Losing Yourself Inside It

Thu Apr 02 2026 at 11:30 am to 01:30 pm UTC-05:00

La Dolce Vita Cucina - Chicago | Chicago

WESOS Network: Chicago Old Irving
Publisher/HostWESOS Network: Chicago Old Irving
WESOS Chicago NW Side: Holding Space Without Losing Yourself Inside It
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Support others without losing yourself. Overgiving isn’t leadership—it’s burnout in disguise.
About this Event

WESOS Chicago Old Irving Chapter Meeting Hosted by Lynn Nardelli


TOPIC: Women Who Lead: Holding Space Without Losing Yourself Inside It
Guests - Your first meeting is on us! If you are not a paid member of WESOS and this is your first time ever going to a WESOS meeting, select the non-member ticket and use promo code FIRSTTIMEFREE to get your first ticket free.


Join us on Thursday April 2, at 11:30 am, to hear from featured member speaker Megan Holly and meet other female entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, business owners, and professionals to network, learn, and collaborate


Megan is so excited to share ways to hold space for people without losing yourself in the process. Leadership without self sacrifice.


Key Takeaways:

  • Take Away Moments: Supporting others without sacrificing yourself.


  • Overgiving isn’t leadership—it’s burnout in disguise.


  • Holding everyone else shouldn’t mean losing yourself.



MEETING SCHEDULE:

  • 11:30 AM -12:00 PM Arrival & Open Networking - Order Lunch (your responsibility)
  • 12:00 PM Meeting & Presentation Begins
  • 1:30 PM Meeting Concludes


WHAT TO BRING:

  • About 30 business cards
  • Your planner/calendar
  • Something to take notes with
  • A 30-Second Elevator Pitch about you/your business
  • A friend! Invite them to register as a guest.


IMPORTANT INFO REGARDING YOUR RSVP:

Please be aware, we value your reservation as a commitment. Repeat offenders will automatically be moved off the attending list for:

  • RSVPing "Yes" and not attending the meeting [no call-no show]
  • Cancelling your RSVP less than 24 hours before the meeting begins (especially, when there is a waitlist)
  • Consistent tardiness. Understandably, cars break down & people get sick which is why we run on a "3 strikes and you're out" policy.
  • We thank you for your understanding as we do our best to accommodate everyone who wants to attend our meetings.

Join us to grow your personal and professional skills, network, and grow authentic relationships! Simply reserve your spot for this event with the appropriate ticket type as either a paid WESOS Network Member or as a Non-Member (Guest).

Not yet a WESOS Member?

  • Learn more about WESOS
  • Explore our other Chapters
  • Join the WESOS network!
  • Use Promo Code OLDIRVING10 when purchasing your membership for a 10% discount!
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

La Dolce Vita Cucina - Chicago, 5007-5009 West Irving Park Road, Chicago, United States

Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 25.00

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