

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: WESOS Gold Coast: Building REFORM: Lessons From Taking The Leap
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 12 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 12 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: A candid look at navigating a major life and career pivot—embracing entrepreneurship, overcoming self-doubt, and growing through uncertaintyAbout this EventWESOS Gold Coast Chapter Meeting Hosted by Deanna Radulescu.TOPIC: The Seven Money Milestones: What Every Woman Should KnowGuests - Your first meeting is on us! If you are not a paid member of WESOS and this is your first time ever going to a WESOS meeting, select the non-member ticket and use promo code FIRSTTIMEFREE to get your first ticket free.Join us in Gold Coast on Thursday, February 12, at 6:00 pm for a networking session and an informative and insightful presentation by our featured guest speaker, Jennifer Villami.What happens when you build a successful career—and then feel called to start over? After almost 20 years in marketing and becoming a mother at 40, Jennifer Villamil took a leap into entrepreneurship and founded REFORM. In this candid talk, she shares the realities of navigating a major life and career pivot: imposter syndrome, mom guilt, self-doubt, and learning—six months in—to finally call her work a job. Now 1.5 years into building REFORM, Jennifer reflects on the growth that comes from betting on yourself and staying the course when the path feels uncertain. Her story is for women who are considering a leap—and for those already in it—offering reassurance, motivation, and permission to give yourself more credit along the way.Key Takeaways:Starting over doesn’t mean starting from scratch. Jennifer’s leap into entrepreneurship shows that decades of experience still matter—even when self-doubt and imposter syndrome show up. Growth often comes from trusting yourself before you feel fully ready.Giving yourself permission is part of the work. From navigating mom guilt to finally calling her business a “job,” Jennifer reminds women that confidence builds over time—and that staying the course deserves just as much credit as taking the leap.MEETING SCHEDULE:6:00 PM - 6:30 PM Arrival &amp; Open Networking6:30 PM Meeting &amp; Presentation Begins8:00 PM Meeting ConcludesThere is validated parking for $2 in the garage for the restaurant.WHAT TO BRING:About 30 business cardsYour planner/calendarSomething to take notes withA 30-Second Elevator Pitch about you/your businessA friend! Invite them to register as a guest.IMPORTANT INFO REGARDING YOUR RSVP:Please be aware, we value your reservation as a commitment. Repeat offenders will automatically be moved off the attending list for:RSVPing "Yes" and not attending the meeting [no call-no show]Cancelling your RSVP less than 24 hours before the meeting begins (especially, when there is a waitlist)Consistent tardiness. Understandably, cars break down &amp; people get sick which is why we run on a "3 strikes and you're out" policy.We thank you for your understanding as we do our best to accommodate everyone who wants to attend our meetings.Join us to grow your personal and professional skills, network, and grow authentic relationships! Simply reserve your spot for this event with the appropriate ticket type as either a paid WESOS Network Member or as a Non-Member (Guest).Not yet a WESOS Member?Learn more about WESOSExplore our other ChaptersJoin the WESOS network!Use Promo Code GOLDCOAST10 when purchasing your membership for a 10% discount!
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- **Event Categories**: meetups, workshops, business, calendar
- **Interested Audience**: 
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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 25, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Chicago
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Chicago Chop House
- **lat**: 41.8933355
- **long**: -87.63039069999999
- **full address**: Chicago Chop House, 60 West Ontario Street, Chicago, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: WESOS Network: Gold Coast, IL (https://allevents.in/org/wesos-network-gold-coast-il/27262288)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 12 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Chicago Chop House, 60 West Ontario Street, Chicago, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 25 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** WESOS Network: Gold Coast, IL
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** meetups, workshops, business, calendar
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about WESOS Gold Coast: Building REFORM: Lessons From Taking The Leap ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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