MEET OUR MEMBERS
The Empowered Women community stands together to bring entrepreneurship, passion, and service to life.
Sukhmani Virk
President
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Real Estate Professional
Century 21 Queenswood Realty Ltd.
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Sukhmani is a Real Estate Professional, she is dedicated to providing her clients with the highest quality service possible. She understands that buying and selling a home is a personal and important milestone, which impacts emotions & personal finances. Her goal is to make it as easy and stress free an event as possible for her clients.
Her commitment to providing an exceptional service to her clients is what has always been her top priority. She demonstrates strong communication skills. Is fluent in English, Punjabi and Hindi.
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Susan Benesch
Member
Funeral Director - Earth's Option Cremation and Burial Services
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When we think of a dream job, very few of us think “Funeral Director” and yet this is the exact job that Susan loves. Susan’s background in estates planning and settlement has helped hone her skills in serving families at the worst time of their lives. We have had 3 generations of family working together to serve families in their homes from Sooke to Sidney.
Leanne Benesch
Member
Professional Cosmetologist
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Starting from 2021, Leanne dedicated herself to helping people regain confidence in their natural beauty through beauty treatments such as: Cosmetic Tattooing, Professional Teeth Whitening, and more. Rather than drastically changing appearances, she focuses on subtle enhancements to highlight the inherent beauty in each person. Her method promotes self-love and authenticity, assisting people to reconnect confidently with their natural features.
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Her steadfast dedication, coupled with her understanding of the power of self-confidence, makes Leanne a reliable guide in the journey of self-discovery and beauty enhancement.
Vidhya Arora
Member
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Financial Advisor, Investia Financial Services Inc.
Synchronized Agency
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As a Financial Advisor, I help families and business owners achieve their financial goals by providing customized advice and guidance. I analyze my client’s business and personal financial situation, create tailored plans, and suggest investment opportunities that align with their needs and objectives. Additionally, I assist my clients with insurance protection by recommending policies that are suitable for their business and personal financial situation, ensuring that they have a solid foundation to build their financial future upon.
Karla Kerr
Member
Funeral Director &
End of Life Doule
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Karla is a funeral director and death doula. She works with individuals and families to encourage meaningful discussions and proactive planning for end of life. Clients appreciate her honesty, integrity and joy when addressing these important and heartfelt topics.