We’re Creating
A Space for Passionate Women
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, join us for Galvanize, an evening designed to connect and empower Lausanne’s women entrepreneurs.
Together, we’ll gather in a relaxed atmosphere, share our ventures and journeys, discuss big questions in small groups, and enjoy elevated bites over glasses of local wine.
Don't miss this chance to celebrate Women's History Month and galvanize your big ideas for your business in Lausanne!
Galvanize is designed for you, if you…
Are an entrepreneur looking to connect in-person with other women business owners
Want to celebrate yourself, your successes, and Women’s History Month
Need distraction-free time and space to talk about your business with people outside of your circle
Work solo, or are otherwise missing like-minded women in your work
Are a woman business owner wanting to talk more about what you do with others
Are searching for a meaningful community in Lausanne
Saturday, 29 March.
From18h00.
Pif’ Bistro à Vin,
Av d’Ouchy 7 1006.
Limited seats available.
110chf*.
*It’s a business expense that feels more like a celebration. Registration closes at 5pm on 27 March.
The Evening
Arrive between 18h and 18h15, get settled, and enjoy a welcome glass of wine (alcohol-free beverages will be available too).
At 18h30, we’ll kick off with networking, sharing, and connecting. Throughout the evening, you’ll get to enjoy Chef Fabiana’s delicious creations.
We’ll wrap up the program at 20h, but feel free to linger another hour, continuing the conversation with your new friends (additional glasses available for purchase).
/ˈɡalvənʌɪz/
verb.
to cause (people) to become so excited or concerned about an issue, idea, etc., that they want to do something about it
“an issue that galvanized the public (to take action)”
Your reservation includes…
Time and space to connect with Lausanne’s women entrepreneurs and business owners,
who understand your journey and are ready to share and collaborate
Guided networking in a beautiful, one-of-a-kind wine bar
A bespoke menu, created and prepared for you by a private chef
Hand-selected wines paired with the flavors of the night
An inclusive, feminist approach to community building in your city
A closed WhatsApp group open for 1 week post-event so you can follow up
and build on the connections you created with the women you met
1 coworking day at Cospire Coworking Space (35chf value)
Access to a larger network of 75+ women entrepreneurs in Lausanne
The opportunity to help shape future Galvanize events
Apéro dînatoire
MEDITERRANEAN SALMON TARTARE with tortilla chips
MINI CHEESE BREAD with carmelized onions
MINI EMPANADAS with creamy shrimp, spinach, and peppers
CRUDITÉS with salsa verde and aioli
PAN CON TOMATE CONFIT
MINI CRISPY POLENTA with mushrooms and taleggio
PRAWN CHIPS with soy peanut chicken and herbs
BEEF CARPACCIO AND GREMOLATA with potato crisps
RED AND WHITE WINE SELECTIONS with alcohol-free options available
Please note the menu is subject to change.
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Energized by design and community, Sophie is a creative marketer and brand strategist who helps artists, entrepreneurs, and brands tell their stories with intention, insight, and impact.
Sophie thrives off bringing together diverse minds to create connections and shared experiences. SHENANIGANS is a space for her bursts of creativity, where she hopes to connect the community and bring a touch of delight & spontaneity to the everyday.
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Becky Guldin is a communications professional and grassroots organizer. After moving to Lausanne 3 years ago, Becky started her consultancy working with women-owned businesses and women-led organizations, inspired by her background in gender studies and gender justice advocacy work.
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Fabiana is a Brazilian-Italian chef with 15 years of experience in the kitchen. Her journey began in hotel kitchens, where she fell in love with the fast-paced world of professional cooking. She spent nearly five years in Italy, honing her craft in trattorias and Michelin-starred restaurants before returning to Brazil to take on her first role as a head chef.
After years in high-pressure kitchens, she explored private dining, cooking classes, and even launched a successful cookie company before opening her own bakery, Baked. Now based in Lausanne, Fabi is driven by her lifelong passion for cooking and community and is the cook, baker, and pâtissière behind Au Four.
Join us at Galvanize.
Registration for this event has closed.
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This evening is designed for women entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals who find value in connecting face-to-face with other women.
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Of course! Feel free to share this webpage with a friend.
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Nope! This event will be limited to 28 people to to foster a sense of intimacy and create community. We’ll rotate around the room so each attendee has a chance to meet each other. If you come by yourself, you’ll leave with new friends.
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Please complete this form, which will help us learn more about you. At the bottom of the form, you’ll find a payment link. After submitting, you’ll officially reserve your spot.
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Wear what makes you feel amazing.
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Absolutely! This event will also provide alcohol-free beverage options.
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Group members are welcome to take the health and safety precautions they choose to keep themselves safe and healthy, including refraining from shaking hands, using hand sanitizer, or wearing masks.
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Should a ticket holder be unable to attend, we’re happy to transfer your ticket to another person. Please email us to make this switch.
On the occasion that the organizers need to cancel the event, each ticket holder will be 100% refunded via their original payment method.
Questions?
Please contact us if you need further help.