About us
At She Goes High, we support the human behind the business, not the human as a business.
We want to know who you are... not just what you do. Ditch the elevator pitch and join our community of women and non-binary leaders!
She Goes High is not your average networking group. We're not even really a networking group.
What makes us different?
We're a community of women and non-binary humans empowering, educating, and encouraging each other as we grow in life and business.
Women and non-binary people are excellent leaders and cycle-breakers- yet, despite how far we've come, there still aren't nearly as many women and non-binary people represented in leadership roles, and finding success in business compared to cis men. To shift this dynamic, it is our belief that we need to be advocates for each other, first and foremost.
That's where we come in. At She Goes High, we don't focus solely on either our personal or professional lives. We've created a community that helps women rise together, in all areas of life, so that we may gain confidence, step into greater leadership roles, take up more space in the world, and make an impact in our communities.
With local groups and events around Northern Colorado, She Goes High is empowering women and non-binary people in Fort Collins and beyond!
- Building relationships, not transactions
We believe building community is the best way to build ourselves. Ditch the elevator pitch and join a community of humans who care about who you are, not just what you do.
- Accessibility for all women and non-binary folx
We're all in different phases of business and career, and it's important to us to offer support for people in all walks of life. Our regular monthly lunch and learn events are always free! For those wanting more of what this community has to offer, our Impact Membership is for you!
- Encouragement to show up just as you are
Authenticity is a beautiful thing. At She Goes High, we invite you to show up just as you are - no need to fake a smile or "put on your game face!" We know you are enough, just as you are- masking not required.
- Business, career, and personal development
At our free monthly events, our presenters cover a wide range of topics, from marketing to mental health and beyond - because taking care of business also means taking care of ourselves! We support the human behind the business, not the human as a business.
- Created by introverts, for introverts
Not into the schmoozy stuff? Neither are we! That's why we focus on creating a safe and welcoming space for introverts ( because let's face it - the extroverts will show up anyway)!
- Neurodiversity is welcome here!
Most of our leadership team and many of our members are neurodivergent. Our events are designed to be accessible and enjoyable for neurospicy and neurotypical folx.
- Queer safe space
We're queer founded and operated, and our space is safe for LBTQIA+. We're here to welcome and celebrate YOU, just as you are! (Yay!)
Visit our website at www.shegoeshigh.us to learn more.
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She Goes High free community events include:
Lead Lunch and Learn: Join us once a month for a lunchtime educational workshop in Fort Collins. Come and meet women and non-binary people like you and grow personally and professionally at this dynamic educational event! Bring your own lunch.
We also offer an Impact Membership for women and non-binary people who like what this community has to offer and want to increase their engagement! Read about membership and its perks here: www.shegoeshigh.us/impact-membership
Show your support!
We're looking to partner with local companies who support women and non-binary people in business and empower people in our community! Click here to find out more about our sponsorship opportunities!
Upcoming events
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Lead Lunch and Learn: 4 questions to guide your financial decisions
Fort Collins Area Chamber Of Commerce, 225 S Meldrum St, Fort Collins, CO, USLead Lunch and Learn
Join us for a lunchtime educational workshop. Get empowered with women and non-binary leaders at this powerful educational event!
Ditch the elevator pitch- our events support connection and collaboration! At She Goes High, we don't blindly pass out business cards or ask, "so, what do you do?"
We support the human BEHIND the business, not the humas AS the business.
When: The first Wednesday of the month, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce, 225 S Meldrum St · Fort Collins, CO
Cost: Free!
Who it's for: Our events are neurodivergent-affirming and designed for introverts, by introverts. (The extroverts show up anyway!) We are a safe space and LBTQIA+ folx are welcome here!
ABOUT OUR PRESENTATION:
Using a conversational/interactive approach, we’ll walk through the 4 questions: 1) what do I want my money to do for me? (Pay bills, grow, help my kids, donate, give me time freedom, etc are options). Depending on how we want our money to work for us, the following questions can help guide how we plan our financial decisions. These questions are also useful to ask anyone you may be working with (bankers, advisors, planners etc.). Within each question, we’ll share stories and specific examples of how these characteristics can impact our money: 2) How is my money growing? (Ways to grow/save, how to know how your interest rate is working for or against you, what to know about inflation) 3) How will my money be taxed? (Tax implications for different types of accounts and why it can matter). 4) When can I access my money? Rules on different accounts about how/when to access—ie different examples and how this can affect how you use your money, plus how those of us who may have been marginalized can begin to leverage our options and find agency through non-traditional options.
ABOUT OUR PRESENTER:
As an artist and financial professional, I help you learn to live in creativity AND abundance, by your own design and it’s my intent to empower others with more confidence in their financial decisions with an education. Having grown up on a farm north of Fort Collins, I love nature, food grown with love, and am quite obsessed with animals and all they have to teach us. Professionally, I work with a team of experienced advisors and partner with A rated companies to offer full-scope, holistic financial strategies designed around your goals.
Learn more about Chelsea Glanz at www.chelseaglanzart.com.
EVENT FLOW:
Please note that this is an estimated timeline. Some times might be shorter or longer depending on group size or participation.- 11:30 - 11:40p Get settled/ networking (10 minutes). If you don’t show up at 11:30, it’s ok. You’re welcome to show up just how you are, even if that’s late or in your loungewear. We want to see you!
- 11:40 - 11:50p Welcome/ intro (10 minutes). We’ll go over why this community was started and recognize our sponsors who help us to provide free monthly educational events so we can support you wherever you are in your professional and financial journey.
- 11:50 - 12:10p Attendee intros (20 minutes). These are not elevator pitches. Yay! You can choose to participate at whatever level you’re comfortable with, including skipping your intro.
- 12:10 - 12:50p Workshop (40 minutes). Our presenter will present on their topic. Feel free to ask questions as they relate to the talk.
- 12:50 - 1:00p Upcoming events/ close/ goodbyes (10 minutes). Find out about our upcoming events and connect with any of the women and non-binary leaders you found interesting.
ABOUT OUR LOCATION:
We are located in Old Town Fort Collins, west of College. Free parking is available. Depending on where you park, you can stay for 2 hours or without a time limit. Handicap parking is available right next to the building. There are wide sidewalks leading to the building and wheelchair accessible ramps on the sidewalks. The entrance of the building is level with the sidewalks.
Inside the space, you can find us in the boardroom. Once you come into the building it is the big room with the double doors between the two hallways. The space is set up with long tables in a circle. There are regular height chairs with soft backs and seats positioned on the outside of the circle at the table. As you go towards the back of the room, you’ll find a window that connects the kitchen to the boardroom. You can get complimentary coffee and tea by moving through the open doorway to the kitchen.
Restrooms can be accessed by continuing to the back, past the kitchen. Once you can’t go back anymore, turn to the left, and bathrooms are on the right. They have doors that push open. There is 1 ADA accessible toilet and 1 non-ADA accessible toilet.
We look forward to meeting you at the event!
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Impact Membership is NOT required for our Lead Lunch and Learn events, however if you would like to know more about our Impact Membership click here: https://www.shegoeshigh.us/impact-membership
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Peaceful Presence: Get Grounded In Your Body [IMPACT MEMBER EVENT]
Drake Crossing Shopping Center, 2170 West Drake Road, Fort Collins, CO, USGet out of your head and into your body!
If you're feeling stressed or overwhelmed, this event is for you. If you're an overthinker, this event is for you. If your nervous system is habitually dysregulated, this event is for you. If you want more ease and peace, despite what's happening around you, this event is for you.
WHEN: Wednesday, September 23rd from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Jessica Lucey's home yoga studio in Fort Collins near the Drake Shopping Center (RSVP for the address, which will be sent out the day before the event)
COST: Free for Impact Members! Not an Impact Member, you can join HERE!
ABOUT OUR EVENT:
During this hands-on workshop, you'll be guided through a series of somatic practices that will get you out of your head and into your body. You'll leave feeling peaceful and present.We'll start with a guided tune in, followed by a group sharing check in. Next you'll learn a gentle and easy movement meditation (with adaptions to meet you in your body) practiced to music, and we'll end with group appreciations!
If you're familiar with The Art of Feminine Presence, you've done these practices before! This is your invitation to revisit this powerful work.
Please note: You must be an Impact Member to attend this event. If you're not already an Impact Member, you can join here!
ABOUT OUR LOCATION:
Jessica's house is in a neighborhood in Fort Collins. There is free street parking with no time limit.The space is not ADA accessible. This is a bi-level home where you walk onto a landing and have to go down the stairs. Bathrooms are located both upstairs and downstairs for your use.
The home yoga studio has different options for seating
- sitting on the floor with the support of blocks, bolsters, or blankets
- regular height chairs
- high top chairs
- if you'd like, you can bring your favorite portable chair or cushion
EVENT FLOW:
- Settle in (5 min)
- Welcome, introductions, state group expectations/agreements (10 min)
- Guided Tune In (10 minutes)
- Group Check In (25 minutes)
- Bio break (5 minutes)
- Movement meditation to music, practiced to multiple 5-7 minute songs with short breaks between songs (20 minutes)
- Group appreciations (15 minutes)
ABOUT OUR FACILITATOR:
Chrysta Bairre is an advocate for herself and others. As a child she grew up in poverty, surrounded by family members with mental illness and addiction, while her own non-apparent disability went unrecognized and undiagnosed. A queer woman with several disabilities, she fought to get the help and support she needed to thrive, and became a voice for unseen and under-served people like herself.Today, Chrysta is an author, professional speaker and licensed teacher of the Art of Feminine Presence, helping individuals increase their income and impact through valuing their own inherent worth, setting boundaries and saying no in business, and advocating for themselves. She engages and inspires on stage, speaking to employees on banishing burnout, overcoming impostor syndrome, and workplace mental health.
Chrysta is also the founder of She Goes High, a 1,900+ member introvert-friendly and neurodivergent affirming community for women and non-binary leaders in Northern Colorado. She Goes High hosts more than 30 events per year to support women and non-binary leaders in taking up their space in the world and leaving their legacy!
Her first book, Beautiful Badass: How to Believe in Yourself Against the Odds, shares stories and lessons from overcoming poverty and depression in this guide for women who want to take command of their destinies and no longer fall prey to the hardships and setbacks that previously defined them. She is currently writing her next book on the topic of asking for help.
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