Ocean County South Chapter
BW NICE is a unique women’s networking organization that provides women at all stages of business and personal life with support, education, and resources. We see value in the balance of business networking and charitable outreach. In addition to our monthly networking meetings, each BW NICE Chapter raises funds and awareness supporting a local organization in the fight against domestic violence.
The BW NICE Ocean County South Chapter supports Providence House Domestic Violence Services.
Upcoming Events – Mark Your Calendars!
The Ocean County South Chapter meets on the second Wednesday of each month and is open to all women in business and women in transition.
Join us for our next meeting on August 12th!
GUEST SPEAKER
Claudia Ruppel
Comparion Insurance Agency
“Insurance Tips You Need to Know”
Join us as Claudia shares smart tips for handling auto accidents and home insurance claims and how to make the process easier, how to determine the right amount of life insurance coverage, and when you may need a business policy for your vehicle. Gain practical insights to help protect yourself, your family, and your business before a claim ever occurs.
Date
August 12, 2026
Meeting Time
8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Registration & Networking: 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Meeting starts: 8:30 a.m.
Location
A Sweet Memory Cake Shoppe and Tea Room
521 US-9
Waretown, NJ 08758
Cost
$20 | Members & First-time Guests
$25 | Second-time Guests
Guests may attend two BW NICE chapter meetings prior to joining.
Providence House Domestic Violence Services is in need of the grocery store gift cards. Thank you for your generosity and support!
For more information, contact Laurie Toole at (732) 350-2120, ext. 8419 or LToole@cctrenton.org.
Donations accepted 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Monday to Friday
88 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting, NJ 08759
Featured Member of the Month
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Meet Member of the Month, Stephanie Cofield-Mixon, Certified Balloon Artist and owner of Celebration Creations Balloon Decorating Service. |
Executive Leadership Committee
President – Claudia Ruppel, Comparion Insurance Agency
Vice President – Jennifer Bottomly, OceanFirst Bank
Treasurer – Kristine Zulewski, Manasquan Bank
Communications Director – Karen Dittman, Caffeinated & Efficient, LLC
Secretary & Social Media Director – Denise Thatcher, Arbonne International
Membership Director – Stephanie Cofield-Mixon, Celebration Creations Balloon Decorating Service
Program Director – OPEN
Special Events Director – Stina Kruysman, Goldstone Realty
Red Shoe Chair – Jennifer Bottomly, OceanFirst Bank