SVC Women in Business (WIB) Council
The WIB, Women in Business, is one of the Councils and Committees within the SVC Chamber.
WIB Inspiration Gatherings
Empower diverse women entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders to reach their highest potential through collaborative networking and professional development. While also providing support and insights to help leaders lead their employees and team. We welcome all Chamber Members—regardless of gender identity—who believe in any of the following:
- Identify as a woman
- Support women’s advancement
- Want to learn about the unique challenges and opportunities facing women
- Are committed to their own personal and professional growth, and that of their teams, including women
If you’re ready to grow, you belong here. Join us—gender won’t hold you back, and we won’t even ask.
The regularly held Inspiration Gatherings are held 1st Wednesdays of even-numbered months.Â
WIB Inspiration Gatherings often take the form of motivational, uplifting & informative talks by some of the most accomplished, knowledgeable, and moving speakers from the region and around the world.
If Your Company Is an SVC Chamber Member
Welcome—you’re already part of the Women in Business (WIB) community! Our WIB Inspiration Gatherings connect professional women across industries for meaningful networking, skill‑building, and inspiration. Register now for our next event and start making valuable connections!
If Your Company Is Not an SVC Chamber Member
- Why not become a Member?
When an organization joins the SVC Chamber, your employees gain complimentary Chamber membership. - Speak with your manager, HR team, or Community Involvement/Government Relations department about the benefits of Chamber membership.
Can’t join the Chamber right now? No problem.
You’re still welcome at WIB Inspiration Gatherings for a nominal individual fee.
Register online for the specific Inspiration Gathering you’d like to attend—or simply pay at the door.

SVC WIB Steering Committee
SVC Steering Committee
The Steering Committee leaders work with the CEO and Board to develop and deliver the programs and build friendship and provide support to the members of the committee for the Chamber Year.
The Steering Committee leadership team help identify speakers, provide setup & tear down, connect professionals with other professionals, and enhance the careers of fellow professional women. If you come to a WIB Inspiration Gathering and don't know anyone (or only know a few), they are the women to meet to start getting connected to everyone else.
Chair Ana Vargas-Smith President / Founder Santa Clara Parade of Champions
Co-Chair Wendy Roberts,
CEO of Northstar Strategic Partners