Women's Leadership Series
Lead with Power. Influence with Purpose.
The Women’s Leadership Series is designed to elevate women’s leadership voices across sectors—combining identity, influence, and impact in one powerful journey.
Women Aren’t Missing Leadership Skills—They’re Missing Leadership Spaces.
In many organizations, women are told to lead “like someone else.”
This series challenges that.
Through identity-based learning and psychologically safe community experiences, women reconnect with their power, sharpen their influence, and build the leadership habits they weren’t taught—but were always capable of.
WLS is for you if you’re:
️Juggling multiple roles and expectations
Tired of shrinking to fit outdated norms
Ready to lead without burnout or self-doubts
What’s the Pattern That’s Quietly Holding You Back?
You’re not imagining it. Something’s getting in the way - not of your potential, but how fully you’re able to own it.
This short quiz reveals which internal pattern might be running the show...
People-pleasing
Perfectionism
Fear of failure
And more!
Start here. See what’s showing up. Then begin the shift toward bold, grounded leadership.
The Leadership Lab Women Deserve!
The WLS is a live, virtual cohort program rooted in connection, reflection, and real-world practice.
We create intentional spaces for deep, conversations -to develop core capacities in:
Presence, power, and confidence
Strategic communication and influence
Boundaries, resilience, and wellbeing
Leading change with feminine power
What’s Included:
Highly engaging facilitated group sessions
Reflection tools + discussion prompts
Guest expert masterclasses
Peer learning pods
Digital toolkit for post-program integration
The Changes You Will See After Completing This Series...
Enhanced Leadership Skills
Overcome Internal Barriers
Navigate the Paradoxes
Build Executive Presence
effective communication
resourcing skills
resilience building
mentorship and networking
feminine-inspired leadership
Meet our Co-Facilitators!
Nicole Van Kuppeveld
Next Cohort: October 16, 2025
Industry: Corporate Finance and Health
Nicole van Kuppeveld is the creator and lead facilitator of the Women’s Leadership Series, a transformative program grounded in cutting-edge research on women in leadership. As a leadership expert, CEO and founder of Organizations by Design Inc., she empowers women leaders to step fully into their power and presence through her Feminine Inspired Leadership™ approach.
Lead Facilitator
Kristel Piibur
Next Cohort: October 16, 2025
Industry: Corporate Finance and Health
Kristel Piibur is the CEO and Founder of Cristali Innovations, an award-winning business mentor, and a transformational strategist. With expertise in finance, agile management, and AI-powered learning with fluency in six languages, she has supported more than 300 founders and leaders worldwide in scaling their ventures sustainably. Kristel is driven by a mission to inspire and empower leaders—particularly women—to thrive in fast-changing, high-stakes business arenas.
Co-facilitator
Vickie Poole
Next Cohort: November 4, 2025
Industry: Real Estate
Vickie Poole is a Master Transformational Life and Business Coach, board-certified hypnotist, and newly certified Women's Leadership Series Facilitator devoted to helping women lead with both power and presence. Through mindset mastery, embodiment practices, and heart-led strategy, she guides visionary women to rise, speak their truth, and create impact without burning out.
Co-facilitator
Christine Strzepek
Next Cohort: November 4, 2025
Industry: Real Estate
Christine brings a diverse background in feminine leadership, spanning both corporate and entrepreneurial spaces, with expertise in business, finance, floral design, culinary arts, fitness, and nutrition. She is a certified Menopause Coach, professionally trained chef and baker, and holds multiple certifications in fitness, nutrition, and women’s wellness, including a recent certification in Women’s Leadership Series (WLS).
Co-facilitator
Karen Spanier
Next Cohort: November 14, 2025
Industry: IT and Engineering
Drawing from her personal journey as a female leader in tech, Karen offers valuable insights into the challenges women face in the industry—insights she uses to mentor, coach, and champion the advancement of female talent. With extensive experience leading software engineering teams in large enterprise environments, Karen is a passionate advocate for technology and its role in driving innovation.
Co-facilitator
Caro Potgieter
Next Cohort: February 5, 2026
Industry: Manufacturing
Caro Potgieter, Business Mentor & Coach, brings more than 13 years of experience as Financial Manager in Manufacturing companies. Furthermore, she has been coaching and mentoring Business owners and executive managers for more than 9 years. Caro has a passion for business and empowering people. She lives out these passions in her role as Business Mentor, Coach and Women’s Leadership Facilitator.
Co-facilitator
Linda Rossouw
Next Cohort: February 5, 2026
Industry: Manufacturing
Linda Rossouw is a trailblazer in finance and founder of LaRoss Consulting, with over three decades of executive experience. She is passionate about equipping women to lead the way by embracing their feminine strengths, amplifying their voice, and driving purpose-led change through strategic clarity and business acumen.
Co-facilitator
Sharlene Irwin
Sharlene Irwin brings over 22 years of experience in the early learning and childcare field, dedicated to supporting children and families through quality programming and services. With 15+ years in the non-profit space and recent transition into executive leadership, she champions a values-based approach to leading and empowering teams. Sharlene believes deeply in supporting the sector to provide solid early learning foundations for children. Working in this predominantly female field, she has a passion for mentoring new and upcoming leaders, helping them develop the skills and confidence needed to create meaningful impact in their communities and advance excellence in early childhood education.
Co-facilitator
Upcoming Events
Unlock your Leadership Potential with Executive Presence
Date: October 17, 2025
Time: 10 AM MST | 18:00 CET | 17:00 UK
Building Resilience:
Rebound, Recharge, and Lead with Power
Date: October 31, 2025
Time: 10 AM MST | 18:00 CET | 17:00 UK
"Today was not enough!"
"This series helped me feel so validated and empowered in my work as a leader and developing my own leadership style. The Women's Leadership Series has honestly been the most impactful learning experience of my whole career so far."
- Sharlene Irwin
"We're not even halfway and I can't wait to see the outcome"
"It's amazing to see how everything comes together from the insight that we get from the course the learning from each other and then the open conversations that we have."
- Caro Potgieter
Christine Noel
"This women's group of leadership, and it really helped me tap into something that I didn't even know I was missing. So if you're an ambitious woman who's purpose-driven and tired of hustling in a mass masculine energy, this is a perfect course for you.”
Melissa Jones
"Through this women’s leadership series, I’ve come to recognize that I’ve been reliving old narratives that no longer serve me and don’t reflect my current reality. Now, when I feel stuck, I’m able to pause and reflect inward—asking whether an outdated narrative is influencing my thoughts or actions."
Susan Timanson
"Finding trusted allies is critical—and this experience has shown me just how powerful it is to be supported by others who truly understand the journey. I’ve gained a deeper understanding of the internal and external barriers that have kept me from completing what I start."
Linda Rossouw
“This experience is just one reflection of the transformative journey. We're only halfway through the series, and already the internal and external shifts are evident. The conversations, the insights, and the tools provided are shaping not just how we lead, but how we show up."
Cohorts Starting...
october 16, 2025
Industry: Corporate Finance and Health
Co-facilitators:
Kristel Piibur
Nicole van Kuppeveld
DECEMBER 3, 2025
Industry: real estate
Co-facilitators:
Vickie Poole
Christine Strzepek
Nicole van Kuppeveld
november 14, 2025
Industry: it
Co-facilitators:
Karen Spanier
Nicole van Kuppeveld
Investment
individual
$2400 USD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Lead with Power and Influence with Purpose?
What is the series about?
This is a 10 module series designed to help you refine your leadership skills and navigate challenges you face in the workplace. We'll focus on leveraging your feminine strengths to become a more confident and authentic leader.
What will I learn?
Discover the power of collaboration, empathy, and intuition in leadership.
Learn to shatter the inner glass ceiling and overcome self-doubt.
Navigate the "power paradox" and wield influence with authenticity.
Develop a strong executive presence and communication style.
Build resilience to manage stress and setbacks.
Cultivate a supportive power network of mentors, sponsors, and peers.
Embrace authentic leadership and find your unique voice.
Is this program right for me?
This program is ideal for women leaders who want to:
Gain more confidence in their leadership abilities
Advance their careers
Overcome challenges specific to women in leadership
Build a strong network of power partners
Who is the facilitator?
The Women's Leadership Series will be facilitated by Nicole van Kuppeveld, Partner at Organisations by Design Inc., who brings over 25 years of experience in leadership and women's empowerment.
What is the format of the series sessions?
Each session will last 3 hours and be held once every week. The sessions will be a mix of engaging and interactive activities, including mini-lectures, pair shares, self-reflections, group discussions, exercises, and opportunities to apply the learnings to real-life leadership situations.
Will there be opportunities to connect with other participants?
Absolutely! The series is designed to foster a supportive network of like-minded women leaders. There will be pair shares, breakout group discussions and activities throughout the series to encourage connection and build relationships.
What is the foundation of this series that makes it different?
The Women's Leadership Series is built on the foundation of Feminine Inspired Leadership ™ . This research provides a unique framework for understanding and leveraging the strengths of women leaders. Additionally, the program offers a comprehensive approach that addresses both internal and external barriers to women's advancement.
It is based on almost 25 years of leadership experience, training and advanced credentials. It is built on ongoing leading edge leadership research.
Is there financial assistance available?
We encourage you to inquire about any early bird discounts, colleague and team rates.
What happens after the series ends?
The series is designed to equip you with the tools and strategies you need to continue your leadership journey beyond the 10 sessions. You will also gain access to an online community of graduates for ongoing support and connection.
I'm interested! How can I learn more? I have a question that isn't listed here. How can I get more information?
We encourage you to contact us: [email protected]
We'd be happy to answer any questions you may have and help you decide if the Women's Leadership Series is right for you.
Ready to unleash your power and presence to become the leader you were meant to be? We can't wait to see you there!
Your voice, influence, and impact are needed now more than ever—join the Women’s Leadership Series and step into your next chapter. Apply today or schedule a quick strategy call to explore how this series can elevate your leadership.
Leadership isn’t a title — it’s a daily decision.
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