The “Network Gap,” coined by LinkedIn, is a phenomenon that highlights the literal “gap” in opportunity that individuals not fortunate enough to be born into opportunity, nor have access to a professional network, face on a daily basis.

The idea behind HerHub was to connect and support women, but we soon realized women needed a forum to further connect. HerHub’s Mastermind group, a private Facebook group, is that place where women can share ideas and resources. We have found tremendous success that has transpired from a conversation, asking a question, and simply connecting with other women through the group. The group has become the “go-to” place for women who need access to experienced mentors, business advisors and peers.

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In celebration of Black History Month, a showcase of five locally-owned businesses led by black women was held on February 25 at Fowl & Fodder in downtown Toledo.

 

Attendees sampled tasty cuisine from Island Soul Cuisine and Hotbox Bistro, which are both owned by black women, on the main floor of the facility. There was an additional opportunity to sample sweet desserts from Be Sweet Treats and Avocado & Cheese and to view art pieces created by Art by Cyd. Be Sweet Treats is owned by Chanell Phenix, Avocado & Cheese is owned by Alisa Gafeney, Art by Cyd is owned by Cydnee Moore, Island Soul Cuisine is owned by Mikhala Bagot and Hotbox Bistro is owned by Keitha Sheares
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As Black History Month approaches its close, HerHub is hosting a showcase of local businesses owned by Black women. The Art, Food, and Soul showcase located at Fowl and Fodders, 614 Adams St., will consist of three gallery-style showings, food tastings, and networking opportunities. Appetizers will be provided by four Black caterers, including Avocado & Cheese Charcuterie, Island Soul, HotBox Bistro, and Be Sweet Treats. …Learn More

African American women in Toledo are leaving their mark. WTOL’s Amanda Fay interviews Izzy Nelson, Fearfully and Wonderfully Made and HerHub member. …Watch Video

“Art, Food and Soul: A Showcase of local Black Women-Owned Businesses & Featured Female artist” in celebration of Black History Month…Watch Video

Celebrate some of the Glass City’s Black women entrepreneurs at 419HerHub’s upcoming Art, Food and Soul event on Thursday, February 25. The event will take place at the Fowl and Fodder restaurant at 614 Adams St. Attendees will be able to meet a group of African American women who own businesses in the Toledo area, sample appetizers from four African American-owned caterers and see works by featured artist Cydnee Moore. The event will be divided into three “gallery style” showings over the course of the evening in order to limit attendance and follow COVID guidelines.…Learn More

 

Support local this holiday season with the 419HerHub subscription box. These boxes will be filled for local women by local women with artworks that can be found right in the Glass City.…Watch Video

That’s the intention of the subscription box, according to Jonelle Massey, who developed the idea alongside Kaitlin Keiser, Maryam Benqazzou, Nina Corder and Stephanie Solheim. Ms. Massey is a board member for Women of Toledo and a founding member of HerHub, which launched this year to support and connect female entrepreneurs in the area.…Read More

Women of Toledo has been helping women for the past 7 years, and their business wing in HerHub helps “connecting women, resources, businesses, and organizations through an online HUB that will expand HER potential.” Jonelle and Peapod also talk about the launching of the first subscription box, filled with items from women-owned businesses and artists. If you like to get more information, head over to 419herhub.com, as well as check out their event calendar for women-focused events! .…Read More

A new locally generated subscription service, For Her by Her, launched recently, modeled on the idea behind Causebox, a well-known subscription box that supports special causes around the world. For Her by Her provides boxes filled with hand-curated products from female-owned businesses and artists from the greater Toledo area, which are then delivered conveniently to your front door.…Read More

 

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) – It’s hard to believe, but the holidays aren’t that far away and this year there’s a way you can get some great gift and help support local women-owned businesses. It’s a quarterly subscription box with a Toledo twist.…Read More