It Takes a Village (iTAV) 

🌿Boheme Butterfly 🌿

Anj Levy, founder of Boheme Butterfly, brings a deeply rooted sense of purpose to her work—shaped by her years as a domestic violence attorney and community organizer, where she stood beside women as they reclaimed their lives and rediscovered their strength. Today, that same devotion lives on through Boheme Butterfly, where she lovingly curates petite-friendly vintage and bohemian fashion designed to help women feel at home in their own skin while expressing their truest selves. Each piece carries intention, honoring individuality, confidence, and self-expression. Beyond style, her mission creates tangible impact: a portion of every purchase supports domestic violence organizations, offering hope, healing, and a fresh start to women rebuilding their lives. Choosing Boheme Butterfly is more than selecting a beautiful garment—it is stepping into a movement rooted in freedom, connection, and the power to uplift another woman’s journey. “Clothing could be more than something we wear. It’s a bridge between women, stories, and new beginnings.”

https://bohemebutterfly.com/ 

🌿Bella Beverage Catering 🌿

Bella Beverage Catering was founded in 2012 by Blake Baylin, inspired by the opportunity to help a close friend plan her wedding reception. As a seasoned bar owner, Blake leveraged her expertise to navigate the complexities of bar licensing and insurance, ensuring her friend could enjoy a stress-free celebration. Witnessing the impact of her support on such a meaningful day sparked the creation of Bella Beverage Catering.

Over the years, Bella has expanded from weddings to expertly catering private and corporate events of all sizes. As a proud, women-owned business, Bella Beverage is a certified member of WBENC, reflecting our commitment to excellence and empowerment.

https://bellabeveragecatering.com/

🌿Cabi Stylist 🌿

Yolanda Crenshaw is a personal Cabi stylist who blends fashion with empowerment, helping women feel confident, seen, and aligned in how they present themselves. Through her styling business, she offers personalized shopping experiences and hosts both one-on-one and group styling events designed to make fashion fun, accessible, and community-driven. Her messaging consistently centers on encouraging women to “show up styled” and authentically own who they are, fostering confidence from the inside out. Beyond clothing, Yolanda is actively involved in women-focused networking spaces, where collaboration and connection are prioritized, reflecting her commitment to uplifting women not just aesthetically, but emotionally and socially as well—creating environments where confidence, self-expression, and personal growth can flourish together.

YolandaCrenshaw.cabionline.com

🌿TRUE BLUE Branding🌿

Stefanie Blue is a San Diego–based personal branding photographer, print artist, and visual storyteller who brings a rare depth of compassion and insight to her work—shaped by her early career in child welfare and her academic background in psychology and social work. After years of witnessing the effects of low self-worth in women and families, Stefanie transitioned her path into photography, where she now helps women, entrepreneurs, and leaders rediscover and embody their authentic identity through powerful visual storytelling. As the founder of TRUE BLUE Branding, she creates intentional, soul-aligned imagery that captures not just how someone looks—but who they truly are—empowering them to step into visibility with confidence and purpose. Her work is deeply rooted in the belief that beauty exists in everyone and simply needs to be seen and brought forward. Alongside her artistry, Stefanie has spent over a decade mentoring within Women Empowering Women organizations, further amplifying her commitment to uplifting women, restoring self-belief, and helping them rise—both personally and professionally—into their fullest expression.

https://www.truebluebrandingsd.com/ 

🌿Guided by Imagination Photography & Videography🌿

Jennie Edwards Stock is a San Diego–based brand videographer, photographer, and visionary storyteller who empowers entrepreneurs and leaders to step into visibility with confidence, authenticity, and purpose. As the founder of Guided by Imagination, Jennie blends creative artistry with strategic marketing to help individuals transform their message into compelling visual stories that connect, inspire, and convert. With nearly two decades of experience and over 1,500 videos produced for hundreds of brands, her work goes far beyond content creation—it is about helping people be seen, heard, and remembered. Known for her uplifting presence and ability to draw out genuine expression, Jennie creates safe, empowering spaces where clients can overcome fear, embody their voice, and share their truth with the world. Through her video masterminds, community spaces, and transformational retreats, she continues to champion visibility as a pathway to confidence, impact, and personal expansion—guiding others to reclaim their imagination and step fully into their light.

https://guidedbyimagination.com/ 

🌿Tarot by Iris Rose🌿

Iris Rose is a spiritual catalyst, mother of four, and emerging author whose work is rooted in guiding women back home to themselves. Through her own journey navigating identify shifts as a mother, former wife, and teacher, she broke up with betrayal and is designing her destiny. Iris now supports women who have settled for less than they are worthy of to create safety in their body so they can expand into their dream reality. Through vulnerable storytelling in her upcoming book and the sacred practices she shares, she is devoted to breaking generational cycles and empowering women to rise fully expressed and free. Iris offers intuitive card readings, creating a grounded yet soulful space for creativity, clarity, and connection—one woman, one story, one breakthrough at a time.

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🌿Harpist🌿

Leila Ariel is a San Diego–based harpist whose music creates an atmosphere of elegance, serenity, and emotional connection—making her a beautiful energetic match for the It Takes a Village (iTAV) gala experience. Through her work as a professional harpist, Leila weaves together classical training with an intuitive, heart-centered presence, offering performances that feel both refined and deeply grounding. Her artistry goes beyond sound; it invites guests into a space of reflection, openness, and calm—an important counterbalance within an event centered on healing, connection, and community support. Whether performing at intimate gatherings, weddings, or philanthropic events, Leila’s music gently holds space for meaningful moments, allowing people to soften, connect, and be present with one another. At iTAV, her presence enhances the village atmosphere—creating a soothing, soulful backdrop that supports the evening’s intention of compassion, restoration, and collective care for women and families in transition.

Website: https://www.leilaharpist.com/