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Woman Up Cleveland is a Cleveland-OH non-profit 501(c)(3) with the mission of supporting women from all walks of life both personally and professionally, financially investing in the local business economy, and educating our community.
VISION
A world where every women can achieve equality and reach their full potential.
COmmuNITY
Creating a safe space for women to express themselves, explore interests, and pursue passions.
EDuCATION
Fostering new learning avenues for women to learn about themselves, others, and the opportunities available to them.
PHILANTHROPY
Supporting both individuals and organizations by contributing to their growth and success.
BuSINESS
Encouraging investment in a Cleveland-based, women-owned business network while boosting the local economy.
OuR HISTORY
Sparking from this vision board that Shannon crafted, Woman Up Cleveland was born in January 2021.
We've planned 4 community events, raised over $1,200 for local scholarships, hosted 4 fundraisers, experienced a rebrand, and created a network of Cleveland women.
Our rebrand encouraged us to make it known that our organization exists for anyone that identifies as a woman, is gender-fluid, or is nonbinary.
mEET THE DuO
Executive Directors + Co-Founders
ALEX RuGGIERI
she/her
Owner of Alexandra Ruggieri Photography
Head of Marketing at Auden & Company
Favorite Empowering Quote:
You are the woman of your dreams.
WHEN IN CLEVELAND...
You can find me exploring all the amazing shops, restaurants, & events that Cle has to offer.
WHY SHE DOES IT...
We live in the most amazing city filled with the most amazing women who are starting businesses, creating change, and bettering the community every single day. I am so grateful that we get to shine a light on the ladies that power not only our city, but our world.
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SHANNON
BIEGA
she/her
Woman in STEM (Technology)
Bilingual (English + Spanish)
Favorite Empowering Quote:
Be your own POWER WOMAN.
WHEN IN CLEVELAND...
You can find me hiking in the Cleveland Metroparks, thrift shopping, & dining at hidden gems.
WHY SHE DOES IT...
My experiences as a female in the Computer Science classroom made me feel inferior to males, and this empowered me. As an empowered woman, I aspire to encourage women to pursue untraditional paths, defy the odds, and come out superior.
Photography by Carmen Ferrante Photography & Olivia Grace Photography
Videography by Shape Cleveland, Claire Victoria Videos, & PhotoVid By Genna
Copyright © 2023, Woman Up Cleveland Non-Profit 501(c)(3), All rights reserved.
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