Welcome to Women Empowerment Wednesday!

Join us for an empowering evening with Maria Derchi Russo. Maria has been a pillar of the Miami Tech community for close to a decade. Serving as Executive Director of Refresh Miami, the city's oldest and largest tech community, since 2015, and VP of Platform at Florida Funders since 2021, she has a deep commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and growing the South Florida tech ecosystem.

Passionate about diversifying the tech industry, in 2016 Maria founded Women in Miami Tech, a community and support network of 3,000 women. She also co-hosts the Miami Tech Pod, showcasing local entrepreneurs, investors and ecosystem builders helping grow the Miami ecosystem.

Melissa will be interviewed by Natalia Martinez Kalinina. Natalia is an organizational psychologist and technologist focused on merging innovation, entrepreneurship, and impact. Natalia is Co-Founder and COO of Base, a modern-day membership club that brings great minds together for curated, deep, intimate social experiences meant to hack serendipity. She is also the Founder & Principal at NMK Group, where she advises clients on economic development, human capital design, and impact strategy.

Join us for an empowering evening as Natalia and Maria talk about the South Florida tech ecosystem, venture capital, and how to successfully navigate your career and achieve work-life balance as a woman.

Date: Wednesday, November 6th

Location: Clementine's Wine Gourment, 2714 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Coral Gables 33134

Time: 6-8 pm

Format: Networking, Interview and Q&A, additional networking - all accompanied by wine and tapas

Price: $30

Attendees: Space limited to 35 attendees. Women Only Please.

Women Empowement Wednesday (WEW) presented by Clementine's Wine Gourmet is an in-person speaker series whose mission is to empower South Florida women through discussion, education and networking. WEW is typically the first Wednesday of each month and features an inspiring speaker, networking opportunities and includes delicious Spanish tapas and wine. Whether you're looking to connect with like-minded individuals or gain valuable insights, this event is for you. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of a supportive community that uplifts and empowers women. Please see our Events/Calendar page for future event dates (https://clementineswinegourmet.com/events-calendar/).

(Women Only Please)