Welcome to CWC!

 

Melissa Volz-Smith

Citizens Womens Connection was set up by Melissa Volz-Smith to help others - especially women - establish the connections and networks that are often key to business success. This is part of the Citizens State Bank Mission to help our clients, co-workers, and communities succeed.

Meetings are tentatively scheduled for the first and third Wednesdays of each month and will be held at the Citizens State Bank location for each city specifically. If you have questions about the group or upcoming events, please contact Melissa for details. You can also request to join the CWC LinkedIn Group

CWC Groups

 
There are currently three CWC groups meeting in Carmel, Pendleton, and Hartfor City.
 
The Carmel and Hartford City groups meet during the morning hours and the Pendleton group meets mid-day.
 
Breakfast and lunch are provided, respectively.
 
To find events happening with a group near you, use the filter buttons below!

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The Dream Center Indianapolis

Monday, December 15, 2025 • 10am - 12pm EST • Carmel

Georgiana Reynal

Georgiana Reynal

Board Members

The Dream Center Indianapolis disrupts the cycle of poverty by walking alongside at-risk families—especially single mothers in the A.L.I.C.E. population—through a 40-week Pathways program designed to remove barriers and build a thriving, stable life.

Victoria Odekomaya

Saturday, December 20, 2025 • 10am - 12pm EST • Pendleton

    Victoria Odekomaya

Victoria Odekomaya

Entrepreneur

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Women in Leadership: Balancing Courage & Confidence

Friday, December 26, 2025 • 10am - 12pm EST • Pendleton

Dr. Melissa Rowan

Dr. Melissa Rowan

Leadership Strategist

A practical session on confidence-building strategies for women leaders.

The Art of Intentional Networking

Friday, December 26, 2025 • 10am - 12pm EST • Hartford City

Tasha Freeman

Tasha Freeman

Founder, Connect Collective

Learn how to network with purpose and build lasting professional relationships.

Building a Brand That Feels Like You

Friday, December 26, 2025 • 10am - 12pm EST • Carmel

Olivia Sanchez

Olivia Sanchez

Personal Brand Coach

A workshop on creating a personal brand that communicates who you really are.

Meet Jennie Lopez

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 • 8am - 9:15am EST • Carmel

Jennie Lopez

Jennie Lopez

Bestselling Author & Business Coach

From Puerto Rico to Fortune 500 leadership, Jennie Lopez shares a powerful story of authenticity, intentional living, and purpose-driven leadership that encourages women to lead with confidence.

Fill Your Sales Pipeline with Referrals

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 • 11:30am - 12:45pm EST • Pendleton

Denise Praul

Denise Praul

Referral Marketing Strategist

In today’s business climate, referrals aren’t optional—they’re essential. Learn the five-step strategy that helps stabilize cash flow, shorten sales cycles, and activate your existing network to send better referrals.

Learning from the Law with Whitney Grout

Friday, March 13, 2026 • 11:30am - 12:45pm EST • Pendleton

Whitney Grout

Whitney Grout

Attorney

Gain insight from an experienced attorney whose career blends law, leadership, and community impact. Whitney Grout shares perspective shaped by service, mentorship, and real-world legal experience.

Leveling Up with Intention

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 • 8am - 9:15am EST • Carmel

Karen Mellen

Karen Mellen

Director & Leadership Development Coach

CARMEL | Growth doesn’t happen by accident. This interactive workshop helps women pause, reflect, and intentionally choose what’s next—personally and professionally.

Leveling Up with Intention

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 • 11:30am - 12:45pm EST • Pendleton

Karen Mellen

Karen Mellen

Director & Leadership Development Coach

PENDLETON | Growth doesn’t happen by accident. This interactive workshop helps women pause, reflect, and intentionally choose what’s next—personally and professionally.

Learning from Operations Leadership

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 • 8am - 9:15am EST • Carmel

Amy Campbell

Amy Campbell

VP of Operations

CARMEL | Learn from an operations leader who builds systems that help teams—and businesses—run smoothly and grow with confidence.

Learning from Operations Leadership

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 • 11:30am - 12:45pm EST • Pendleton

Amy Campbell

Amy Campbell

VP of Operations

PENDLETON | Learn from an operations leader who builds systems that help teams—and businesses—run smoothly and grow with confidence.

Learning from Operations Leadership

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 • 9am - 10:15am EST • Hartford City

Amy Campbell

Amy Campbell

VP of Operations

HARTFORD CITY | Learn from an operations leader who builds systems that help teams—and businesses—run smoothly and grow with confidence.

Tech Tips & Summer Celebration with Orangily

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 • 8am - 9:15am EST • Carmel

Andrea Simpson & Kristin Patrick

Andrea Simpson & Kristin Patrick

Co-Founders

Kick off summer with a fresh perspective on wellness, business, and balance—plus a few fun, refreshing mocktails to celebrate the season.