Facilisgroup, a leading software-as-a-service company and partnering community within the promotional products industry, recently hosted its latest emPOWER initiative: a Virtual Coffee Event. Aimed at fostering meaningful connections, the event paired 158 women from the Facilisgroup community based on shared business goals and interests, resulting in 79 pairings across Distributor Partners, Preferred Suppliers, and employees. The event successfully brought together women who had never met before, providing them the opportunity to establish new connections, exchange ideas, and discuss their professional and personal development goals in ways that will continue to grow beyond the event itself.
Tricia Jabouri, Supplier Success Manager at Facilisgroup, reflected on the event commenting, “During the Virtual Coffee, I had the pleasure of connecting with Cristina Monge from Brandability, their Merchandising Manager. We had a great conversation about how she can make the most of our network for future projects, especially since both of our roles involve close collaboration with suppliers. Beyond work, we discovered a mutual love for travel and shared ideas about where we’d like to go on our next vacations. I left the coffee chat feeling inspired and proud to be part of a community that champions women’s success.”
As a special incentive, the first 30 registrants received complimentary coffee gift cards, adding a warm touch to their virtual discussions. The casual yet purposeful format fostered meaningful connections, with several attendees expressing gratitude for the opportunity to engage in both professional and personal discussions.
Cecile Pavot Kramer, Director of Marketing for Gordon Sinclair, shared her positive experience. “The emPOWER Virtual Coffee Event was a refreshing break from the busy workday. I had the pleasure of chatting with Abbee Bailey from Elevate Brand Marketing. Abbee and I shared not just work conversations, but also our love for our pets and personal stories. It’s amazing how this event created a space for us to connect, and we will make sure to stay in touch. I can’t wait to meet her in person at PPAI!”
Facilisgroup’s emPOWER initiative, launched earlier this year, is dedicated to empowering women within the community and amplifying their influence in the promotional products industry. Committed to providing personalized opportunities for both personal and professional advancement, emPOWER offers a specialized platform for women to connect, learn, and grow. Founded on the principle of fostering an environment where women can thrive, network, and support each other, emPOWER encourages women to achieve their highest potential.
For more information on the emPOWER initiative, read about its launch at the Facilisgroup Supplier Showcase in February 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.