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Wÿz company

Live, expert-led conversations, immersive programs, and a community built for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and the most powerful chapter of their
leadership.

Founded by

Dr. Deanne Simms

CEO and Co-Founder

Deb Dimoff

Co-Founder

Janet Kestin

Co-Founder

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Women · Leadership · Wellness

You're in
Wÿz company

Live, expert-led conversations, immersive programs, and a community built for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and the most powerful chapter of their personal and professional lives

Founded by

Dr. Deanne Simms

CEO and Co-Founder

Deb Dimoff

Co-Founder

Janet Kestin

Co-Founder

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about us

Welcome to Wÿz company: where women leaders gather to discuss how peri/menopause is turning their lives upside down, and work together to flip them right side up.

wÿz company is live, expert-led conversations, experiences and programs, co-designed with women leaders, and rooted in story, science, and shared wisdom. Smart, engaging interactions exploring body, mind and spirit with other women leaders at the same life stage.

Who are we? Three women execs with different expertise (health, business, creativity) who are somewhere on this road and have struggled with all the same issues. Get to know us and our robust team of founding advisers (clinicians, researchers, business and creative leaders) below.

Mind Mastery

Mental strategies for navigating this phase of life with clarity and confidence.

 

Body Wisdom

Unlock skills to get better rest and sleep, adapt to body changes while maintaining your physical health and strength.

 

Evolving Identity & Spirit

Shifting into new leadership- and lifestyles: purpose-based, values-driven evolution. 

The Full Menopause Experience

Exploring the menopause journey; what science tells us now, and where research is headed next.

 
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28% of women have quit or are thinking about it, including 43% of senior executives.

$ BN

The cost to women per year in lost income.

The total of lost days of work per year.

wÿz company:

 Experts in mind, body and spirit specialties share, collaborate, educate, energize and equip. 

Champions and thought leaders that support and lift women through their unique transformations. 

Facilitators that spark interactions, guide real conversations, pose resonant questions and help women to “connect the dots”.

An extensive network of professional, talented, supportive and wÿz women ready to connect and share.

Meet the Wÿz Women

Dr. Deanne Simms

CEO & Co-Founder
Clinical Health Psychologist, healthcare leader, and leadership advisor bridging scientific evidence, and women’s lived experience.

Deb Dimoff

Co-Founder
Executive coach to senior female leaders navigating high-stakes leadership transitions.

Janet Kestin

Co-Founder
Award-winning creative director brining culture and storytelling together for women.

Our Team

Mitra Javanmardi

Naturopathic Doctor
My 3-word menopause:” …Breathe out heat”

Dr. Joanne MacDonald

Reproductive Mental Health Psychiatrist
My 3-word menopause:” That was Menopause?”

Lisa Rodwell

Health + Wellness, Tech, CEO, Start-up Advisor
My 3-word menopause:” Is this early Alzheimer’s?”

Dr. Tammy Hermant

Family Physician, Medical Director, Midtown Health & Wellness Clinic
My 3-word menopause:”hot, hot, hot”

Julie Markle

Creative Director & Brand builder
My 3-word menopause:” W.T.F.?”

Alexandra Gonzalez

Design Director, Sessional Instructor & Lecturer
My 3-word menopause:”what-cha-macallit”

Real Talk

Hot flashes, hot tempers.

Exec women already have enough to contend with. Add brain fog, decreased energy, disrupted sleep and side-eye from colleagues. We’re at peak ability, capability and opportunity when that curveball flies. No wonder we take a shot in the confidence. While this time is challenging for most women, it creates unique challenges for female leaders. It can cause us to slow down, step back and question ourselves. This costs not only us, but our families, businesses, communities and the economy as a whole. Think we’re kidding? Keep reading.

Experience hot flashes
69 0 %
Report mood changes
0 %
Consider quitting
in 4

What Makes Us Different

Not another wellness program. An immersive transformation.

Women-focused, women-led

Designed for women, by women to ensure our authentic alignment to your experiences.

Evidence-based programs

Credible science as a foundation of every workshop, program, and resource we offer.

Customized for organizations

Programs that flex to your culture and realities of your leadership context and pipeline.

Live & immersive

Salons, events, gatherings and programs that are engaging and unforgettable.

Community-driven

The Wÿz Community is where we build on our shared Wÿzdom and lift each other up.

"This isn't damage control. It's the doorway to the most powerful chapter of a woman's leadership."

— The Wÿz Co Manifesto

Events

Gatherings that move hearts and minds.

Emotional Wellness Workshop

Nutrition for Women 40+

Sleep Better, Live Better

Real experiences, real conversations

Thank you for creating a community where women feel comfortable sharing their stories. Listening to others made me feel understood, empowered, and much more confident about my own journey.

Laura Beth

CEO
Every part of the evening was thoughtfully planned. From the engaging speakers to the breakout sessions and delicious food, everything exceeded my expectations. I can’t wait for the next event!

Noura Al-Farsi

Vice President
I learned so much about menopause and the different ways it affects women. The discussions were informative, relatable, and filled with practical insights that I can apply in my own life.

Rachel Thompson

Director at Not for Profit
The combination of learning, networking, and genuine conversation was exactly what I needed. It felt like a safe place to ask questions, share experiences, and connect with amazing women.

Amanda Wilson

CEO
I appreciated the open and honest conversations throughout the event. Being surrounded by accomplished women from different backgrounds made the experience inspiring and meaningful.

Christine Hall

Founder of non-profit organization
The event was beautifully organized from start to finish. The venue, food, presenters, breakout activities, and thoughtful details made the evening feel truly special. Thank you for creating such a welcoming space.

Efe Okoro

Vice President

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Wÿz Moments

A look inside our gatherings.

Salons, retreats, teas and live conversations — captured.

 

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Tell us about your organization. We’ll design a program that fits your culture, goals, and the women leading the work.