Own the Space started over coffee—literally. When Michelle casually shared her dream of creating a workshop for women, I was all in. A few weeks later, in early 2025, we sat down for our first official meeting. No business plan. No blueprint. Just a shared idea, raw enthusiasm, and the drive to make something meaningful. And just like that, we were off to the races.

Both of us know how it feels to be the “other” in a room—to feel out of place, especially in environments where women are underrepresented or boxed into stereotypes, like gyms or male-dominated industries. For us, learning to own our space has meant speaking up even when our voices shook, challenging our own fears, and showing up fully—even when it was uncomfortable.

But here’s the thing: owning your space doesn’t mean being loud or arrogant. It means being present. It means honoring your worth, even in the moments when doubt creeps in. It means advocating for yourself and creating room for others to do the same.

We believe that when women support women—by sharing knowledge, stories, and solidarity—we all rise. Everyone deserves to take up space. To own it. And to redefine what power looks like on their own terms.