WMN Unite
a 501 c-3
UPLIFTING WOMEN ACROSS THE PLANET
WMN Unite is dedicated to improving mental and physical wellness by providing education, empowerment, and support. We work to improve the mental and physical health of our community through creative and wellness workshops and organized markets, to foster a culture of equity, empowerment, and inclusion.
Upcoming Events
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Celebrate the season of giving at WMN Unite’s Annual Holiday Fundraiser Art Salon, on Thursday, December 5th for an evening of art, community, and compassion. Join us as we raise funds to support families in need during the holidays, featuring stunning works from local and global women artists, live performances, and an intimate gallery experience.
Your participation helps provide essential resources to those facing hardship this season. Let’s come together to make the holidays brighter for all, while enjoying a beautiful evening filled with creativity and giving back. Your support helps tremendously, and all proceeds support women entrepreneurs grant awards. Tickets are $65 online, $55 for WMN Unite members and $75 at the door.
Join WMN Unite for an empowering International Women’s Day Retreat from March 7-9, 2025 in the serene town of Woodstock, NY. This transformative weekend brings together women from around the globe for a unique experience of connection, creativity, and celebration. Immerse yourself in workshops, nature walks, and reflective sessions while building lasting connections with inspiring women.
The retreat culminates in an extraordinary International Women’s Day production at the Woodstock Playhouse, featuring powerful performances, keynote speakers, and a diverse lineup of music from women across the world. Celebrate the strength, resilience, and beauty of women in this unforgettable gathering!
Nicole Sturomski
Chairwoman
Nicole Sturomski is the Founder of WMN unite, a Howard graduate, and a health expert with over 20 years of professional experience in martial arts, strength and conditioning, and health and wellness. Nicole has worked with hundreds of clients and students in need of improving their health. She has a degree in engineering; a foundation for success when designing programs and formulating unique solutions for her clients. She advocates for women, health and sustainability for the planet.
Patsy Reynolds
Co-Chairwoman
Patsy Reynolds is the Co-Founder of WMN Unite, and has over 5 years of website coding experience. She has spent many years volunteering her time to work with the elderly in nursing homes. She has a drive to help make the world a better place for all those that reside in it. With the aim of joining WMN Unite to help women reach their fullest potential.
Yvonne Henriquez
Treasurer
Yvonne is a small business owner from New York, and graduated with a B.A. in Business Administration. She has experience managing multiple businesses, outstanding custom service including working with the nonprofit Women’s Enterprise Development Center. She is passionate about education and development and has expanded the capability of WMN Unite.
Amanda Von Ziegler
Chief Administrative Officer
Amanda Von Ziegler has over a decade of working with small teams – creating structures of organization, communication and innovation. Amanda had planned on becoming a social worker, but after struggling in university due to her chronic migraines, she has decided to focus on creating a career of helping others understand the importance of human connection.
Serena Norr
Program and Events Director
Serena Norr is a theater artist, playwright, writer, and digital director and works with hospitality clients. She is the founder of Let’s Make a Play, a playmaking community for dreamers, creatives, the curious, and seekers who believe in community, collaboration, and telling stories from different perspectives to awaken and inspire. Serena is also the founder of The Weekend Jaunts where she loves to share her travel picks and adventures with her kids.
Gina Fuschetto
Creative Director & Strategist
Gina Fuschetto is a jack(ie) of all creative trades, with a spiritual twist, joining the team with over a decade in branding & content marketing at Gina Fuschetto Creative Studio. She brings to the table, her unique experience as a professional psychic, guiding people into deeper connection with their higher self, through energetic services & workshops at Mind’s Eye Mystic. She’s channeling her experience as an intuitive creator to help global brands, business owners & entrepreneurs share their mission & magic with the world, across print, digital & experience platforms.
Katy Winter
Board Member
Katy is a small-business owner, home organizer and mom of three. She received her degree in Fashion Marketing at the University of Texas in Austin and landed her first job in NYC in the fashion industry. She paused her career, moved to the suburbs to run her business and her family. Her goal is to help streamline her clients’ homes and simplify their lives. She believes in a practical and minimalistic approach. Katy practices mediation and yoga and is inspired and motivated to help her clients enjoy a more organized life.
Mika Hale
Board Member
Mika Hale is a celebrated performer and musician who touches the souls of audiences at venues of all sizes with her deep connection to music. Mika has been performing since a child and has graced stages large and small, from Harvard University to New York’s Lincoln Center, to the famous Kennedy Center for the Arts. She continues to strive to reach greater depths of her art through internal searching, as well as expanding her deep musical and historical knowledge. With more than 20 years of professional singing experience, Mika’s success proves the power of the mind and the heart to achieve anything.
Kleidy Villela
Board Member
Kleidy Villela is an Entrepreneur and Yoga Instructor; with a small Guatemalan crafts business. Honesty, respect, hard work and loyalty was something her grandparents modeled and became an important part of who she is. Her daughter was born with special needs and has taught her how to be present, enjoy life and to be happy every single day. She is able to connect her family and business and be a role model.
Tamara Silberman
Board Member
Tamara Silberman has a background in food, and has taught across Westchester and New York City, and has written and published a book. She teaches Hebrew school and previously worked as a librarian. She has distributed food to Mount Kisco residents at a local food pantry and has catered Bar and Bat Mitzvah parties – experiences that have highlighted food inequalities.
Valencia Elliott
Event Host
Valencia Elliott has lived in this community with her son for more than 27 years. She has overcome domestic violence and has a desire to help other women. She has worked more than 18 years in the health food industry and has done some companion care work for seniors. Graduated with an Associate’s Degree in Business Management and Compute Applications. Her passion is helping women overcome mental health issues and to learn about energy healing, health and wellness, and sharing her story. She is very grateful to be of service in the WMN Unite organization.
Margo Hirsch
Senior Advisor
Margo Hirsch is an attorney with admissions to the Bars in New York and New Jersey where she represents children and youth in family court. Prior to her work in the courts, she served as Executive Director of the Coalition for Homeless Youth, a consortium of organizations and individuals working on behalf of runaway, homeless and street involved youth and their families. Margo began her career as a youth worker over 40 years ago as a counselor in a shelter for abused and/or neglected teenage girls, many of whom had histories of sexual abuse. She has continued as an advocate for young people throughout her career.
