Season 3. Episode 1: Interview with our Founder and President, Diane Simovich (and her inpiring story!‪)‬ BW NICE Voice

Welcome to Episode 1 of Season 3 of the BW NICE Voice podcast! We're thrilled to introduce our two new co-hosts for this season: Debbie Weiss, a long-time BW NICE member, and Lynne Thompson, a newcomer to BW NICE. Our goal is to provide you with inspiring and educational content about women empowering other women!
To kick off our third season, we have the privilege of speaking with founder & president, Diane Simovich. Diane shares her own story and the beginnings of BW NICE.
Diane is the Founder & President of BW NICE, which stands for Business Women Networking Involving Charity & Education. Established in April 2009 It offers support, education, and resources to women at all stages of business and personal life. BW NICE believes in the power of both business networking and charitable outreach. Each BW NICE Chapter focuses on raising awareness and critical funds to support local organizations in the fight against domestic violence and sexual abuse.
In addition each chapter provides crucial support to their charity partners through monthly collections and an annual fundraising gala called The Red Shoe™. The proceeds from The Red Shoe™ directly benefit client services, helping women and families in safe and transitional housing to regain dignity and hope for a better life. The Red Shoe™ symbolizes unity, strength, and empowerment, honoring the journey of those affected by domestic violence and sexual abuse.
Her inspiration for BW NICE came from a successful model she co-founded, launched, and nurtured in California. After facing personal hardships, including an abusive marriage, the loss of her sibling to suicide, and her father's passing, Diane returned to New Jersey to be closer to her family & connect with like-minded businesswomen in the community.
October 2017, Diane released her book "Towards The Light." It features 17 poignant personal stories from domestic violence survivors who courageously overcame immense struggles to find hope and healing for themselves and others. The book serves as a community education tool and a resource for those in need.
Diane's dedication to supporting survivors and raising awareness led her to receive the Barbara W. McConnell Social Justice Award in 2017 from SAFE in Hunterdon, the domestic violence agency in Hunterdon County, NJ.
Originally from Bergen County, NJ, Diane moved to California at the age of 20 and began her career in the health insurance industry, working in sales and management for major companies. Her involvement in women's initiatives and her personal journey inspired the creation of BW NICE. In 2006, Diane returned to New Jersey, settling in Hunterdon County and starting afresh at the age of 50. She currently resides in High Bridge with her adopted son, Nicholas.
"BW NICE gave me the strength to find my voice and come to terms with being a survivor of domestic violence and childhood sexual assault. Carrying that secret for 56 years, I knew BW NICE would provide a powerful platform to share my story while helping others share theirs," says Diane Simovich, Founder & President of BW NICE.
To contact Diane, use the following information:
Diane Simovich
Phone: (908) 894-8219
Email: diane@bwnice.org
Website: www.bwnice.org
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/d
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