October 2026
October is about celebrating the women who are building businesses, leading organizations, creating opportunities, and making an impact in their communities. In recognition of National Women’s Small Business Month, this issue shines a spotlight on the remarkable women behind businesses of all sizes and the ideas, leadership, and determination that continue to move their industries forward.
This month’s cover feature, centered around Dr. Cheri Seagraves and the Power of Aligned Leadership, explores what it means to lead with purpose, clarity, and intention. Her story reminds us that effective leadership is not simply about reaching the next level of success—it is about understanding who you are, where you are going, and how you can bring others along with you. Throughout this issue, we also hear from many of the women who make up the Awepra community, sharing their businesses, experiences, challenges, and journeys toward success.
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September 22nd @ 12:00 PM
Join us every 3rd Friday at 6PM for the Impact & Influence Open House & Networking Mixer hosted at Arden Creek Laser & Aesthetics — an upscale evening designed to bring together entrepreneurs, business owners, creatives, executives, and professionals from across the region.
Join us every Wednesday at 6:30 PM at Gaslight Folsom for Cocktails with the CEOs, an exclusive networking experience designed for business owners, executives, entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders looking to build authentic relationships.
Join us every 2nd Thursday at 6PM for The Perfect 10 at Arden Creek Laser & Aesthetics. A place where meaningful conversations happen, connections are built, and women come together to support one another in business, life, and everything in between.
Ladies Only.
New episodes daily featuring in-depth conversations with local small business owners who are connected to Impact & Influence Magazine, sharing their journeys, challenges, and wins.
Humphrey Jr. Returns
Decades after the legendary Humphrey the Whale captured the hearts of people around the world, his son sets out on a journey of his own. Guided by the memory of his father’s remarkable adventure, Humphrey Jr. follows a path that leads him toward the California coast and a place where his family’s story has never been forgotten.
Humphrey Jr. Returns is a gentle, beautifully imagined bedtime story inspired by the real-life journey of Humphrey the Whale, whose extraordinary 1985 adventure up the Sacramento River became a beloved Northern California story.
Perfect for young readers, families, and anyone who remembers Humphrey, this heartwarming tale celebrates curiosity, courage, family, and the special connection between people and the natural world.
