WINGS (Women in Networking Growing Strong) is a unique Network/Mentoring concept that attracts caring women who appreciate the rewards and benefits of giving back, and women who value the wisdom of Mentors in order to gain the skills that will allow them to grow personally and professionally.

WINGS & HEROS "Mentors in Motion" was founded in Barrie almost five years ago by Diane McGee, visionary, mentor, business owner and award-winning advocate of small business. Learn the story of the WINGS logo.

With the growing number of women business owners across Canada, Diane recognized the need for a special kind of support. She believed that women would benefit from a comfortable, nurturing atmosphere where those who are new to entrepreneurship could learn from, and with, caring, knowledgeable business women. To help cover operating costs, Diane asks that meetings be subsidized through member contributions. Payday loans are available should one require short term financing. Credit cards and personal checks are accepted.  Check our membership page for detailed information on membership costs.

It should be a safe atmosphere where they could feel comfortable asking for HELP, one of the greatest skills that an entrepreneur must learn. A place where they would be encouraged to articulate their goals and the strategies needed to achieve those goals. A place where they would receive positive reinforcement when they shared their successes and victories as well as the challenges of owning a business.

We have experienced some very exciting things at these WINGS meetings and the WINGS concept works. What really is the success of WINGS are the fabulous women who co-ordinate and assist at the monthly meetings. It is their care and passion for helping women to achieve success that makes WINGS what it is.

Although WINGS was initiated and nurtured by Diane, the inspiration to move forward with her vision came from two long-time friends and business colleagues - Sue Augustine, international speaker and author of "With Wings There Are No Barriers" and André Belanger, international trainer and business coach.