Join Us for a Women’s Networking Dinner
We hope you can join us on Tuesday, October 8th for networking and dinner!
We’re thrilled with our new space at Homeward Bound in Novato. It’s spacious and quiet, allowing for intimate conversations at our tables of six. The meals prepared by the Chef’s academy have wowed us with their healthy and delicious selections. AND we’re contributing to such a great cause with every dinner reservation.
By hosting our event with Homeward Bound, we directly support the mission of their Fresh Starts Culinary Academy. This program provides hands-on training, experience, and job placement opportunities for individuals working to transform their futures. The choice to partner with Homeward Bound makes a meaningful difference in their lives.
The location of our venue, Homeward Bound’s ‘Gilardi Center’ is on Puetts Way off the Hamilton Parkway in Novato. Please click the Google Maps for location assistance.
Early Bird Pricing Ends One Week Before the Event
October Featured Speaker
Wendy Lyon, PhD
From Conflict to Connection: Quiet Your Inner Critic & Connect with Compassion
Have you ever “should” on yourself? I should be more patient. I should have said that differently. I should be further along by now… If your inner critic has ever sounded like a demanding life coach you didn’t hire, this talk is for you!
And what about conflict? Whether it’s with a partner, friend, family member, or colleague - conflict is part of being human…but we can learn how to reduce conflict and connect with compassion.
In this fun, interactive presentation, Dr. Wendy Lyon will share simple tools and guided exercises to help you quiet your inner critic, let go of unnecessary self-judgment, and show up as your most joyful, confident, and empowered self.
You’ll also discover how to move from “Why are you doing this?!” to “Help me understand…”—and create more compassion, connection, and harmony in your relationships.
Come ready to laugh, learn, connect, and maybe even discover that the person you’ve been arguing with the most… is yourself!
Because life is too short for constant conflict—and there’s a lot more joy available when we choose connection.
Dr. Wendy Lyon is a founding member of NEW of Marin and an internationally recognized relationship expert with over 25 years of experience helping singles and couples create lives they love with the love of their lives. She is a Psychologist, Master Certified Relationship Coach, Certified Clear Beliefs Coach, Mentor for the Relationship Coaching Institute, and 3-time best-selling author, providing proven programs that have benefited thousands worldwide.
Dr. Wendy helps singles shift limiting beliefs, gain confidence and clarity, and find lasting love. She has been happily married since 2005, and she helps couples reconnect, rejuvenate their relationships, and communicate so they both feel heard and understood.
See DrWendyLyon.com to learn more.
Become a Member
NEWofMarin supports the business growth of its members through networking and education. Our members inspire, praise, teach, entertain and support one another. We share wisdom and make referrals to help members grow our businesses. We promote the development of female entrepreneurs and are dedicated to:
Maximizing women’s contribution to the local and global economy
Giving our members public speaking opportunities + networking tools + invaluable community
Providing public acknowledgment by other members when we use each others products or services
Supporting Homeward Bound via our monthly venue rental at the Gilardi Center in Novato.
Upcoming Networking Dinners
October 13, 2026
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December 8, 2026
January 12, 2027
Learn more about upcoming speakers HERE