WGV
NY|LA
The leadership platform for women building the future of health & wellness.
An Affiliate of Wellness Growth Ventures.
Upcoming Events, Speakers & Courses
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Well+Good Founder, Alexia Brue, on Building "What's Next" in Wellness.
Join WGV for an in-person event with Well+Good founder, Alexia Brue, on May 14th at 12 pm, at the new PVOLVE studio in nyc. This special session includes a private workout, industry networking, and interactive conversation with Alexia on on building trusted wellness brands, the rise of longevity-focused fitness, and what’s next for today’s consumer.
Moderated by WGV co-founders, this event is designed for founders, executives, and thought-leaders shaping the future of health, wellness and fitness.
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From Overwhelm to Order: A Practical Guide to Hiring and Organizational Design
Join WGV for a virtual conversation with Jackie Stauffer, Chief Marketing Officer and successful start-up founder on how to approach hiring, scaling, and org design with clarity.
Jackie will share proven strategies from 20+ years in consumer marketing and leadership—including her time at Estée Lauder, Equinox, and now WorldSprings—to help founders and leaders make confident, stage-appropriate hiring decisions.
Join us on Zoom on June 4th, from 11:30 am - 12 noon EST for this “can’t be missed” session. -
Fitness & Founders: WGV Lands at Barry's Chicago.
Join WGV for a little sweat and social at Barry’s Chicago River North Studio. This in-person event for wellness leaders, investors — and the “wellness curious,” is June 3rd at 11:45 am, andhosted by our Co-Founder - and Chicago-native, Rachel Hirsch. The Barry’s class will be followed by a private gathering.
Interested in mentorship or in search of a mentor? This is the one you don’t want to miss. Please Note: Space is quite limited.
What is WGV?
WGV is a leadership platform for women building the future of health & wellness.
We provide women with the tools and access they need to launch, scale, and raise. Our mission is to cultivate leaders, accelerate business growth, and create a more equitable path to success. WGV was founded by Rachel Hirsch and Melissa Weiss, grounded in the belief that community empowers people and builds businesses.
WGV is an affiliate of Wellness Growth Ventures, a Venture Capital firm focused on seed stage, female-founded wellness businesses.
Meet the Founders
Rachel Hirsch & Melissa Gellman Weiss are passionate wellness seekers and business leaders. They’re unified in their pay-it-forward mindset and belief in the power community to build businesses and improve people’s lives.
Melissa Gellman Weiss is a Fortune 500 CMO and brand strategist who has led marketing at Barry’s Bootcamp, Amazon, and J.Crew. She is also the founder of RE/GEN Method, a science-backed fitness method designed for women. Melissa lives in New York with her husband, two teenage daughters, and shih-tzu named Skipper.
Rachel is the Co-Founder of WGV and LA-based Founder and Managing Director of Wellness Growth Ventures, a VC firm focused on seed stage, female-founded wellness businesses. She also founded and leads Empowered Yoga in Los Angeles. Rachel’s true love is likely her pup, Nala, the official mascot of WGV.
Join the Community.
What You’ll Find Here.
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Network with purpose-driven leaders who prioritize authentic leadership, fostering a community of shared growth and supporting business growth.
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Engage in courses designed for self-reflection and personal growth, empowering leaders to lead authentically and make value-aligned decisions.ription text goes here
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Gain insights from industry pioneers who embody the “Inside-Out” philosophy, showcasing real-world impact and strategic thinking.
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Support founders in securing capital while preserving vision integrity, ensuring growth is aligned with personal and organizational values.
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Access 1:1 Sessions with industry leaders to support your personal fundraising and business growth needs.
Collaborate with complementary brands and forge relationships with talented agencies and vendors.