WE of Hudson County

Kimberley G. Bueno

Founder & President

Kimberley G. Bueno is a California native with a passion to make people smile and make positive impacts in her community. When she is not volunteering for a few local charities (i.e., Wise Animal Rescue, Lunchtime Ministry to name a few), she runs a small pet care business, The Cuddly Cottage, where she spends her days taking care of animals. Kimberley just wanted to meet other female entrepreneurs for some support when she first started The Cuddly Cottage,  but she noticed there wasn't a platform easily accessible for her. She immediately started an online group initially called Hoboken/Jersey City Women Entrepreneurs, hosted her first networking event at Bwe Kafe in Hoboken, and from all the support and positive feedback she received from that event - she formed Women Entrepreneurs of Hudson County.

Rebecca Dowden

Vice President

I left my corporate job in Manhattan to follow my creative passion and build a business that allows me to use my background in marketing, business, design, and even architecture . I began helping entrepreneurs find their uniqueness and use it as the foundation for their brand strategy. I saw not only better visual results, but higher levels of confidence and success in those I worked with. ​Everyday, I push clients to think beyond their logo and to create a complete brand that drives emotional connection and lasting loyalty. We focus on the 3 c's of branding that I believe are essential in attracting more ideal clients: clarity, consistency, and communication. And after our work is done, clients will achieve the final C: Confidence. 

Adrianna Gonzales

Treasurer

Hailing from the sunny land of California, Adrianna moved to the east coast to pursue her passion for the theatre arts, specifically in costume design. She strives to work on designing costumes for shows that create positive change in society. Adrianna has worked for the Jewel Theatre and for the Santa Cruz Shakespeare summer Shakespeare festival. When she is not working, she spends her time volunteering at the All Stars Project, singing at open mics with her band Emergency No Parking, and being a loving cat mom.

Sonya Salierno

Education Coordinator

Sonya is a creative individual who marches to the beat of her own drummer.  She is a native of Northern, NJ and currently lives in Weehawken, NJ with her husband and soon to be baby.  Some of the activities she enjoys in her part time are cooking, reading, riding her bike and lots of craft projects!

Rachelle Lewis

Special Guests Coordinator

Rachelle Lewis is an Iowa native and writer who left the corporate sales world two years ago to pursue her passion. Rachelle has over 10 years of writing experience, in the niches of television, movies, pop culture, entertainment, lifestyle, and relationship. In her spare time, Rachelle enjoys spending time with friends, her family, and her beloved Corgi. 

Sabrina Sarabella

Networking Specialist

I am a clinical nutritionist and business coach that helps busy, ambitious women gain more energy by looking at every aspect of their life; nutrition, lifestyle, exercise, mindset, and spirit so that they can become more productive, make more money and live the more vibrant, fulfilled life that they desire.

Marie Papp

Visitor Host

Marie Papp Photography specializes in rebranding headshots for business professionals, corporate, and social event photography, and family portraiture. Marie is a long time resident of Hoboken and holds a BFA in Photography from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. Marie is known for capturing the true essence of her clients and creating images that move the viewer.​

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LAURA MCKELVIE

As the wellness conSOULtant, I connect people to SOUL support and spiritual sidekicks--AKA crazy good healers and wellness spaces--in Hoboken, Jersey City and NYC. I do this through one on one work and events while sipping natural wine.

VANESSA TREGENZA

I am a transformation coach helping people to level up their health by providing systems for weight loss, performance + energy, vitality + well-being, pregnancy + postpartum nutrition.  I coach clients to achieve financial wellness and create their ideal lifestyle.

LISSA WELLES

I am a transformation coach, empowering people to create healthy bodies and healthy bank accounts. I am also the co-owner of Basic Builders, the premiere IKEA kitchen designer and installer in the region.

HEATHER HARMON

I am an experienced sales and marketing professional [15 years], with 2 degrees in Marketing and (digital) Strategy. I can help you create a marketing plan, drive more sales, gain more clients, and educate about you and your product or service.  Let me guide you down the path to achieving your vision!