The Alliance

Mindfully grow yourself, your business and your community.

A group mastermind for female-identifying business owners, professionals & visionary creatives.

Presented by The Winnipeg Women’s Community and The Mindful Boss Academy.

Meet the Founders

Meet the Founders
Inspired by a shared desire for deep connection, building strong communities and ongoing personal growth, The Alliance Founders are committed to creating experiences for women in business that are psychologically safe, intellectually nourishing and thoroughly expansive.

Christine Thiessen

Christine is the Founder and Visionary behind the Winnipeg Women's Conference and the Winnipeg Women's Community. The Conference is a two-day event in Winnipeg and the largest in the prairies bringing the Winnipeg Art Gallery to life with inspiring stories, speakers and connections. Out of the Conference there was a greater need for meaningful connections, personal and professional growth and thus came to life the Community. A place where identifying-females can come together in a variety of ways to build those meaningful connections. Christine thrives in a community setting: putting on the events, meeting new people and having great conversations! Married and mommy to two little ones, Christine understands the challenges that come with running a business, managing a household and having a life filled with purpose. She enjoys reading, cooking, entertaining and spending her summers at the lake.

Melissa Giller

As a certified life coach, MBA-educated business owner and former corporate management consultant, Melissa brings over 20 years of experience working in both the public and private sector, with organizations ranging in employee counts of 1 to 10,000+. Whether you run your own business, work within or lead an organization, or identify as the leader of your household — Melissa believes you deserve to feel joy, ease and a sense of balance as you chase your purpose. In addition to life and business coaching, Melissa is a passionate facilitator of healing circles, workshops, and retreats. She holds a deep reverence for the divine feminine and transformative power of women gathering in safe spaces. Mama to two littles and married to a fellow business owner, she deeply understands the nuances of the female entrepreneur. In her free time you will find her outside – at the cottage, out for a walk, sipping a glass of red alongside a great read, or creating bouquets from the flowers her husband grows for her.

What we Offer

MONTHLY MASTERMIND MEETINGS

Each month we meet for lunch and to work through our yearly plan. Sessions are structured and are focused towards your business growth and development. This is your opportunity for accountability, strategy and connection.

And yesss - a gourmet lunch is fully included within the cost of your membership!

CURATED EXPERIENCES

As part of The Alliance, you are granted a complimentary membership to the Winnipeg Women’s Community. Not only will you be granted access to all WWC events, but also to our exclusive, curated retreats and experiences you won’t find anywhere else.

Think: yoga retreats, fine dining experiences, speakers on business and social issues, etc.

EXECUTIVE COACHING (PREMIUM OR ADD-ON)

While there is a stream of The Alliance that grants you quarterly 1:1 coaching sessions, all members have the opportunity to book a personalized executive coaching session with Melissa at a discounted rate. You can also choose to upgrade to Premium at any time.

Go deeper into your emotional health, mindset and belief systems for the ultimate upgrade.

Plus a whole host of other juicy bonuses!
As a valued member of The Alliance we are happy to offer you a variety of additional services, products and As experiences that will enhance your growth as a business owner and individual.

In addition, all members will receive a personalized giftbox of local goodies at their kickoff session.

01. Winnipeg Women's Conference Ticket

All Alliance members will be gifted a complimentary General Ticket to this year’s conference.

Learn more about the conference here.

02. Custom Designed Yearly Planner

Our monthly meetings are structured around a custom designed planner specifically for The Alliance program. You will receive both a hardcopy version and the ability to download yours electronically.

All members are expected to bring their planner to the monthly meeting, as well as implement its use into their weekly tasks as part of the program.

03. Online Member Portal & Group chat

All Alliance resources, member roster and meeting/event information will be stored within our online client portal.

You will also receive a link to join our group chat on Voxer, where we bounce ideas, issues and challenges encountered in between our scheduled meetings.

Membership Options

Get on the waitlist for Fall, 2024.

Alliance Foundation

Monthly Group Round-Table Meeting With Lunch
Exclusive Curated Speakers & Social Events
Winnipeg Women's Community Membership
Custom Designed Yearly Planner
Online Member Portal & Group Chat
Discounted ticket to the Winnipeg Women's Conference
Coaching Add-Ons Available

Alliance Regular

Monthly Group Round-Table Meeting With Lunch
Exclusive Curated Speakers & Social Events
Winnipeg Women's Community Membership
Welcome Giftbox of Local Goodies
Custom Designed Yearly Planner
Online Member Portal & Group Chat
Winnipeg Women's Conference Ticket
Coaching Add-Ons Available

Alliance Premium

Monthly Group Round-Table Meeting With Lunch
Exclusive Curated Speakers & Social Events
Winnipeg Women's Community Membership
Welcome Giftbox of Local Goodies
Custom Designed Yearly Planner
Online Member Portal & Group Chat
Winnipeg Women's Conference Ticket
Quarterly 90-min 1:1 Coaching Call (4 total)
Ongoing Private Voice-Note Support

FAQ

HOW ARE MEETING TIMES DETERMINED?

Once our cohorts are established for 2024, we will choose a day of the week and time that works best for all.

HOW OFTEN DO WE MEET?

We meet once a month for our structured lunch meeting. While emergencies can happen to anyone (and we will accommodate), members are expected to attend each meeting to maintain the integrity of the program. Additional member events are always optional but highly encouraged! The WWC Membership events are an excellent opportunity to network outside of The Alliance.

WHAT'S THE APPLICATION PROCESS?

When you choose your stream of The Alliance you will be asked to fill out a few basic questions on our checkout page. This “application” is simply a chance to get to know you a bit better and to decide member placement within the cohorts. If you choose the Premium stream, you will be emailed separately about booking your 1:1 quarterly sessions.

HOW DO I KNOW IF THIS RIGHT FOR ME?

You are a female-identifying entrepreneur or professional seeking deep connection and growth within your business and yourself. You embrace living with intention and seek to impact the world in a way that only you can. You know that building a successful business encompasses both strategy AND execution, and that both feel better when surrounded by like-minds and open hearts.

IS THERE A TRIAL PERIOD?

No. Because this is a living and breathing program, your participation is anticipated throughout the duration of the year. While this is a 12-month commitment, you are still welcome to pay by the quarter. All payments are non-refundable except under extenuating circumstances, which would be considered on a case by case basis.

CAN I DO BUSINESS WITH OTHER MEMBERS?

Of course! If you find a natural fit among our membership we encourage everyone to adapt the mindset of collaboration over competition. All collaborations are your own to manage, and member-to-member referrals are not tracked in any way.