A new business club designed to champion women in leadership and entrepreneurship has launched in Calgary. aspiHer Women’s Business Club, co-founded by Desiree Bombenon and Milena Radakovic, offers a purpose-built space where women can connect, grow, and thrive—both professionally and personally.
Desiree Bombenon
The idea for aspiHer was inspired by a visit to a women’s business club in Toronto, which sparked the founders’ vision to create something similar in Calgary. Recognizing a lack of dedicated spaces for ambitious women to collaborate and be supported, they launched aspiHer to fill that void.
Milena Radakovic
Unlike traditional networking groups, aspiHer provides a physical location designed specifically for women. The space will host curated workshops, mastermind sessions, and mentorship opportunities, while also offering practical amenities like meeting rooms for entrepreneurs and a mini-spa for on-the-go professionals. The goal is to provide a supportive environment where women don’t have to compromise between self-care and success.
aspiHer offers multiple membership tiers to suit women at various stages of their careers, from early-stage founders to seasoned executives. The club also includes Ally Memberships for men who support gender equity in business leadership.
Looking ahead, the founders aim to grow the community to over 1,000 members within five years, with a thriving network using the space for meetings, events, and professional development. A key feature will be The Bungalow Club—a restaurant located within the space—designed for business lunches, client meetings, and networking over dinner.
To learn more about joining or supporting the club, visit www.aspiher.ca.
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