FAQ’s

What is Women Make a Difference – Resources for Connecting Women (WMAD)?

A local organically grown networking community started in 2001 by Val Romero, a local solopreneur offering consistent networking events and other opportunities leveraging your business for maximum visibility.

Prior to the pandemic, all WMAD events were in-person.  We didn’t let the pandemic stop us with an immediate pivot to virtual events in 2020.   We are hosting both in-person events and virtual events in 2024 bringing speed networking, expert keynote speakers, mini vendor fairs and coffee conversations. The virtual events will focus on networking, crafting our pitch and making those deeper connections that build relationships and loyal referral partners.

What does Women Make a Difference offer?

WMAD meets monthly in both virtual and in-person formats hosting two (2) events each month: live lunch and learn or virtual zoom networking and NEW! Coffee Conversations for connecting in a more relaxed atmosphere rotating from the east to west side of town to include everyone who wants to come out for coffee and lively conversation

When does Women Make a Difference gather and where?

2^nd Friday In-Person Lunch & Learn – all EVEN months (Feb 9th, April 12th, June 21st, Aug 9th, Oct 11th)

UNM Continuing Education North Building – Room C (11:30am-1:30pm)

2^nd Friday Virtual ‘Enhance Your Networking Game’ – all ODD months (Mar 15th, May 10th, July 12th, Sept 13th, Nov 8th)

Zoom Room (11:30am-1pm)

3^rd Thursday Coffee Conversations – every month

Variety of local shops in the metro ABQ and Rio Rancho areas (9am-10:30am)

Are there other benefits available when you join the WMAD community?

Yes!  Get year-round exposure through our online business directory located inside the WMAD website; Rank higher in Google with our 22+ year history on the web as ABQ’s premier networking community

Do you have to be a member to attend WMAD events?

No, you can attend whatever events fit your schedule.  However, being a member has its perks.  Receive discounts on in-person events, no charge for virtual events, a rolling 12-month online directory listing and more; consistent networking is what begins moving the needle on your business

What’s the investment for membership to WMAD and what do I get?

$299 for a rolling year!  (ask about monthly payment options)