Vanessa Rotoni, President | Shasta Moreno, Vice President | Kassie McDuff, Treasurer | Michele Blake, Secretary | Spencer Gossel, Treasurer-Elect

Welcome!

Women’s Network of Rapid City (WNRC) is a growing and vibrant community of women who support and encourage each other in our businesses. We promote professional and personal growth and development for our members.

In addition to our monthly luncheon, we offer members-only networking events and activities. 

WNRC also sets aside scholarship money for members who are continuing their career-related education. Women’s Network $250 Scholarships are awarded once a year. Current members seeking financial assistance for professional related conventions, trainings, seminars, etc. can request a scholarship application from one of our board members. 

Upcoming event:

December 11, 2024 | 11:45AM to 1:00PM

Fork Real Community Cafe

Members are invited to our monthly luncheon the second Wednesday of every month. 

Guests are welcome to attend up to two meetings as non-members. Want to become a member? Fill out an application online, or talk to a board member at our monthly luncheon. 

Fork Real Community Cafe has a fabulous menu, including a soup and salad bar.

No need to RSVP. Simply arrive with a smile! 

Join our email list for a reminder each month. 

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