Southeast Michigan's community for women entrepreneurs, professionals, and rising leaders --- connecting, growing, and celebrating together.
10+ Events Each Year
100+ Women in our Network
Est. 2018 - Serving Southeast MI
The Women's Business Network of Michigan is a dynamic community for women at every career stage. Through strategic networking events, leadership workshops, and genuine peer connections. WBN helps women build the relationships and skills to thrive. Whether you're launching your first business or leading a team, you'll find your tribe here.
Connect. Grow. Celebrate
Three reasons to be a part of the WBN
Meet women who get it - entrepreneurs, professionals, and rising leaders who support each other.
Access leadership workshops, expert speakers, and skill-building sessions designed for your career stage.
From rooftop cocktail hours to wellness experiences - WBN events are ones you'll actually want to attend.
Proudly Supported by
Our sponsors Make WBN possible
Thank you to our official Photographer, Sara Schmitzerle, CEO!
Ready to find your tribe?
Reach out to our co-chairs --- they'd love to welcome you to your first event.
Karen Storey
CEO & President
Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce
Trisha Patrias
Committee
Dorthy Harrison
Committee
Jo Self
Committee
Latina Roggero
Committee
Hear what people are saying about us....
Sue Alderson, Owner, Fountain of Youth & WBN Presenting Sponsor: “Supporting the Women’s Business Network has been one of the most rewarding partnerships we’ve had. Year after year, I see the genuine connections these women make, the kind that transform careers and businesses. WBN isn’t just a networking group; it’s a community that lifts women up in a real and lasting way. That’s why we keep showing up, and why we always will. “
Dorothy Harrison, Bank of Ann Arbor, VP: "Being part of the WBN Committee is one of the most rewarding things I do professionally. The women in this group show up for each other in a way that's rare — every event brings genuine learning, meaningful connections, and an energy that stays with you long after you leave. As someone who believes deeply in the power of community banking and community building, WBN is exactly the kind of investment in people that matters most."
Lindsay Yax, HR Generalist, Work Skills Corporation: “As an emerging leader, I’ve attended many networking groups, but the Women’s Business Network through the Brighton Chamber of Commerce truly stands out. Every event is welcoming, supportive, and full of inspiring women who genuinely want to help each other grow. WBN has connected me with amazing mentors, leaders, and lasting relationships both personally and professionally.”
Amy Gallegos, Owner, Peak Rehabilitation: (pending may tweak: "As a new member to GBACOC, it has been great to meet local business owners and women leaders at all stages of their life. WBN gave me an instant community right here in Brighton."