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November Highlights: Gratitude, Growth & Bold Ideas 🍂

Published 17 days ago • 2 min read

Hi Reader,

This past November, we reflected on what fuels our work: gratitude, growth, and bold ideas. From fostering connections abroad, delivering standout designs, hosting impactful events with MWCA it's been a month of inspiration and purpose. As we look ahead to the holiday season, we’re reminded of the power of collaboration and community—thank you for being part of our journey!

Professional Fellowship to El Salvador & Honduras

Rachel and Hazel participated in the US State Department’s Professional Fellows Program (PFP) exchange trip to El Salvador and Honduras, diving deep into the economic empowerment of women entrepreneurs.

Highlights Included:

  • Meeting amazing new people who are making a real difference in the lives of others in their countries.
  • Taking in the beautiful landscapes and being surrounded by wonderful people.
  • Visit with the US Embassy’s in both countries to speak about the impact of this PFP program.
  • Expanding our network beyond the US borders and expanding our minds as to how we can make an even bigger impact.

Key Takeaways:

  • We are strengthened together and supporting one another is a must in the growth of an entrepreneur and in the economic impact of an organization.
  • We can learn so much by stepping out of our comfort zones and seeing how others live and listening to their stories.
  • We have so much to be thankful for.

Rachel and Hazel both left this experience with a full heart, new insights, and a renewed sense of purpose.

Read more from Rachel’s blog post about their time in El Salvador.

Read more from Hazel’s blog post about their time in Honduras.

✨ A big thank you to Gladys and Andrea for hosting us and sharing their enthusiasm for the work that they do each day in their communities.

🌟 Project Spotlight: Agency 102’s 4 Week Website

​Drio partnered with Agency 102, a woman-owned boutique marketing firm, to redesign their website and elevate their brand with our 4 week website solution.

Challenges & Solutions:

  • Challenge: Original website was built on a basic template, no longer aligned with the growing stature of their brand
    • Solution: A visually compelling, modern website with an intuitive content management system that captured Agency 102’s expertise in storytelling and data-driven marketing
  • Challenge: Lack of lead generation tools.
    • Solution: We integrated with the client’s HubSpot forms and optimized key areas for conversions. The new site encourages users to submit contact forms, book discovery calls, download resources, and sign up for newsletters, all with the goal of driving qualified leads and supporting business growth.

Results: A high-performance website that reflects Agency 102’s values and attracts larger clients, all delivered in just four weeks. Additionally, the improved backend functionality ensures that content can be easily updated in-house, providing long-term value and usability.

Client Highlight: "Knowing how important "content before design" is, Drio's 4-week website solution gave us the framework to successfully tell our brand's story in a streamlined way. The easy-to-follow prompts provided inspiration for each page and included critical SEO elements to maintain our site's organic website health and rankings."

​Check out their new website!​

💼 Monument Women’s Creative Alliance (MWCA) First Friday & Co-Working Event

On Friday, November 1, MWCA members gathered at Spark Baltimore for an inspiring Lunch & Learn with Becca Bartholomew.

Becca’s thoughtful guidance and firm yet compassionate approach left attendees equipped with tools to boost emotional intelligence and effectiveness.

Members also enjoyed the collaborative coworking environment at Spark Baltimore, making use of meeting rooms, open-plan workstations, and private offices.

🌟 Thank you to Becca Bartholomew and everyone who joined us!

Stay tuned for more impactful events from MWCA.

🌎✨ Looking Ahead

As we head into December, we’re excited to continue fostering connections, creating impactful designs, and sharing our journey with you.

Let’s keep building together—one bold idea at a time.

Hi! I'm Rachel, the Left Brain of Drio.

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