MCABW's Mentoring Program Graduates
2023 Graduate
Lisa Dearing shares the following:
Thanks to the mentoring program with MCABW, I am more confident. The program helped me hone my networking and stress management skills. I really enjoyed getting to know my mentors and feel like I have made new friends during my journey!
With the help of mentors in MCABW, my business and network are growing.
I am an Escrow Officer with WFG National Title Company. We are excited to be opening a new office in the Montgomery/Conroe area in July of 2023. WFG National Title Company is an unbiased third party in your real estate transaction who oversees the terms of the contract. WFG National Title Company is the sixth largest underwriter in the nation with a title plant in The Woodlands.
I am hard-working and passionate about helping clients, and I look forward to earning your business!
Remember** You can help choose who your title company is**
2020 Graduate
Tracie Garcia is our recent graduate of the Mentorship Program with MCABW-P.O.W.E.R- Peers Offering Women Engaging Relationships. Tracie joined MCABW as a member in February 2020. She is looking to become involved in a committee as soon as we can all get back together physically.
"I've enjoyed the comradery among the women in MCABW. Everyone seems very supportive of entrepreneurial women, like a sisterhood".
As a recent graduate of the Mentoring Program she is learning to look at her business in a different perspective. ”Through the Mentoring Program, I learned how to manage my new business more efficiently to maintain it as a free service for families seeking safe placement for their loved ones".
Tracie founded ElderStage this year. ElderStage is a placement and resource service for families struggling with aging loved ones. ElderStage offers assistance with resources or placement as they need it when their loved one is struggling to be on their own or the family is struggling while helping them.
Connect with Tracie by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or calling (832) 732-4619.
Congratulations, Tracie!
September 2019 Graduate
Jessica Vernier Hollaway joined MCABW as a member in the summer of 2019 and is looking forward to be a part of the Diplomat Team.
As a recent graduate of the Mentoring Program Jessica is learning how to coordinate the work/life balance as well as gaining connections for future business relationsships. "This opportunity has allowed me to gain confidence in my new role as a business owner. I feel good about myself".
Jessica is the franchise owner of the newest Delta Life Fitness - Conroe- a Women’s Only fitness studio with child care, specializing in 30 minute Tone and Torch workouts perfect for a busy women on the go. It is a safe and encouraging environment for women in any stage of their fitness journey to come and feel empowered to become the best version of themselves. DeltaLifeFitness.com, 3846 W Davis St #100 Conroe, TX 77304
As a graduate from the Mentoring Program Melissa learned:
+ Business Communication skills
+ Advanced level of Self-Confidence
+ Stronger relationships in the workplace
Congratulations, Jessica!!!
June 2019 Graduates
Melissa Bowie joined MCABW as a member in 2018 and became co-leader of The Woodlands First Friday Coffee.
As a recent graduate of the Mentoring Program she is learning how to increase her communication and articulate herself with confidence in the work environment.
”I absolutely LOVE my job and the people I work with"
Melissa is HR Admin for Sage Surfaces- a national company supplying the Allen and Roth kitchen counter tops for Lowe’s- locally owned and employing over 40 people. SageSurfaces.com
- As a graduate from the Mentoring Program Melissa learned:
Business Communication skill - Advanced level of Self-Confidence
- Stronger relationships in the workplace
Congratulations, Melissa!!!
Vivian Kahla joined MCABW as a member in 2018 and became a part of the Fundraising Committee.
As a recent graduate of the Mentoring Program she is learning to look at her business in a different perspective.
”Through the Mentoring Program, I learned new stress relief techniques, organizing goals and work schedule, financial advice to help me now and in the future and social media ideas to help my business marketing strategy."
Vivian is an Associate for LegalShield. Connect with her at https://vkahla.wearelegalshield.com 281-254-0147
As a graduate from the Mentoring Program Vivian learned:
- Stress Management
- Organization Skills
- Social Media Techniques
- Financial Managment
Congratulations, Vivian!!!
Pat Brandt is a Founding Member of MCABW since 2005. She was a Board member with a role of Vice President for 3 years and is a recent graduate of the MCABW Mentoring Program.
"MCABW has always felt like family to me. The members help each other, help young ladies with scholarships, and help the community"
Pat is an Associate for LegalShield and IDShield- attorneys providing advice on unlimited issues, attorney letters or calls made on your behalf, contract and document review, a Will and many more benefits. IDShield monitors your identity every month and restores it if it is stolen. https://patbrandt.wearelegalshield.com
As a graduate from the Mentoring Program Pat learned:
- Improved Networking Skills
- Better Ways to Market her Business
- Increased Motivation and Confidence
Congratulations, Pat!!!
The first 2 graduates in 2019 of the Power Mentoring Program were Lisa Wishoun Day of Field of Vision, LLC, and Leigh K. Freeman, Attorney at Law.
“MCABW is built on the idea of women helping women. The coaching I received in the mentorship program is a great example of putting this idea into practice that will directly benefit my firm,” said Leigh Freeman. Ms. Freeman is a business law attorney in The Woodlands who counsels individuals, businesses and non-profits on corporate and transactional matters.
Lisa Wishoun Day is the Founder of Field of Vision Financial Services.
“Being a part of their mentor program was essential to my success. They guided me through networking opportunities, business compliance, ways to give back to our community through social services, and how to get my name out in the community as a woman owned business, as well as many other aspects”