MEET OUR MEMBERS
The Empowered Women community stands together to bring entrepreneurship, passion, and service to life.
Sukhamani Virk
President
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Real Estate Professional
Century21 Queenswood Realty Ltd.
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WSukhamani 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. Her commitment to providing an exceltional service to her clients is what has always been her to priority. She demonstrates strong communications skills. Is fluent in English, Punjabi, and Hindi
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Susan Benesch
Member
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Funeral Director
Earth's Option
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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
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Professional Cosmetologist
Precision Envy
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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
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
Independent Consultancy
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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.
Madeleine Sullivan
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Clinical Counsellor
Sullivan Counselling
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Madeleine is a compassionate counselor at Sullivan Counselling dedicated to helping individuals navigate their journey towards healing and personal growth.
Madeline specializes in guiding clients through complexities ranging shame resilience, anger management, and overcoming negative beliefs. In her practice, Madeleine also supports clients in improving their communication skills, nurturing healthier relationships, and setting achievable goals for personal developments. With Madeleine's guidance, clients embarks on a transformative journey towards success
Jenna Van Dusen
Member
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Senior Marketing Manager
Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc.
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I’m passionate about leveraging my marketing expertise for companies that demonstrate integrity in their business dealings and are making a positive difference in the world.
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Driven by a passion for excellence and environments where creativity meets strategy, my goal is always to shape impactful marketing initiatives that resonate with audiences and elevate brands to new heights.
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With a proven track record of success in marketing, business development, project management, communication, and relationship building, I am poised to bring valuable expertise to any dynamic marketing team.
Shelley Essery
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Co-Founder
For Love Engraving
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I am co-owner of two family businesses, Revived Interiors and For Love Engraving, alongside my husband Brent and our son Jagger. Revived Interiors specializes in transforming living spaces with professional resurfacing services, while for Love engraving offers high-quality custom laser engravings that honor cherished memories. Additionally I am involved in the Empowered Estate, providing estate administration workshops, and I have a self-published book, "life revived-the Business of Living Life", to inspire entrepreneurs.