Brandapoolza (New York City, NY)
| May 31, 2012 | ||
| 1:00 pm | to | 4:00 pm |
Symposium for creating a rocking brand
Presented by Brand Experts Laura Furtado & Leanne Grechulk
TOURING TORONTO — NEW YORK CITY — PARIS — CHICAGO — LOS ANGELES — VANCOUVER
Two fabulous, female entrepreneurs, Laura Furtado from DivaGirl Inc. and Leanne Grechulk from HealthyGirl, are brand experts and in the growth stages of building empires. In this tag-teaming, inspiring seminar, learn how you can create a kick-ass brand and leave a sizzlin’ impression on the competition.
*With Guest Speakers Jen Groover and Laura Garnett.
In this seminar, you will learn how to:
- Build a successful online community and empire
- Be social media savvy to attract clients and partners online
- Create your dream team
- Go global with your personal brand
- Create a six-figure brand
- Create your one-year marketing plan
- NEW YORK CITY:
Thursday, May 31st: 1-4PM
Location: Soho House
29 – 35 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY 10014 - Click here to purchase tickets!
Get ready for some hot branding… in heels.
Ohhh Canada presents Dr. Jess’s ROCK HIS WORLD Workshop (Toronto, ON)
| June 5, 2012 | ||
| 7:00 pm | to | 10:00 pm |
Learn how to ROCK HIS WORLD with Dr. Jessica O’Reilly, sexologist and tv personality, at this informative and giggle-inspiring workshop presented by Canada’s favourite sex toy shop, Ohhh Canada.
Workshop: Fulfill his wildest dreams with sexy techniques that will leave him craving YOU all day long. From finger tricks and to tantalizing “finishing moves”, Dr. Jess will share her hottest tips while you practice on some very happy carrots. You’ll leave with a sexy arsenal of skills to give him bigger orgasms that will have him coming back for more — and catering to your every desire.
Shopping: Have a rare opportunity to shop Ohhh Canada’s pop-up boutique; normally only online, owner Katrina McKay and her friendly helpful staff will be onhand to help you shop naughty ’till you drop. Plus, Katrina (also hostess of the popular podcast Kat Loves Sex) offers some tips & tricks for incorporating some new little accessories into your bedroom play.
EARLY BIRDS GET FREE LUBE! Buy an early bird ticket and SAVE $5 plus get a free mini tube of Ohhh Canada’s best-selling lube.
***This workshop is ladies only.***
More about Dr. Jess:
Dr. Jess is a Toronto-based sexologist, author and television personality.
A sought-after speaker, Dr. Jess travels extensively to engage with audiences large and small. From couples’ retreats in the Caribbean to academic conferences in the Great White North, she puts clients and workshop participants at ease with her gentle humour, thorough subject knowledge and friendly disposition.
More about Ohhh Canada and Katrina McKay:
Katrina is the owner of sex positive boutique Ohhh Canada, known for providing unparalleled customer service, and a hand selected collection of fashionable, safe and luxurious sex toys as well as burlesque style lingerie. She is also a podcast hostess, business coach and charismatic workshop leader.
DATE: June 5th, 2012 7-10pm
LOCATION: East Lofts - 138 Princess Street, Toronto ON
** DivaGirls use the code “DIVA” to get $5 off tickets **
Divas in the City 3 (Toronto, ON)
| June 14, 2012 | ||
| 6:00 pm | to | 10:00 pm |
Welcome to Toronto’s Forum for Female Fabulousness
What is Divas in the City?
Divas in the City is about loving yourself- what we call self-love. We believe Toronto needs a forum for the fabulous females in our city – the movers and shakers who make no excuses for who they are. We present an opportunity to join forces with other women who revel in their strengths and stay true to their values.
Divas in the City is a socially driven, goal-directed event that will feature experts in various areas that are essential to the urban girl lifestyle- beauty, relationships, finance, career, fashion, nutrition and fitness. Our mission is to educate, inspire and connect the new demographic of young, independent, ambitious women in our city, who we classify as Divas.
Click below for pictures of our past events:
Divas in the City
Divas in the City 2
Here is a line-up of our Presenters for Divas in the City Toronto 2012:
1. Career: Katia Millar – Positive Fabulous Women
“7 Fabulous Networking Tips to Help You Create Powerful Online + Offline Connections”
2. Beauty: Wendy Crystal- Inspire Cosmetics
“How to Get That Bronze Beauty Glow and Protect Your Skin”
3. Relationships: Kimberly Moffit – Kimberly Moffit & Associates
” Dating and Relationships in the City”
4. Finance: Florence (Flo) Grunfelder - Money With Flo
“From Fear to Fortune: How to develop a Money Magnet Mindset”
5. Fashion: Hannah Yakobi - FAJO Magazine
6. Nutrition: Angela McNally - Eating Pretty
7. Fitness: Sandra O’Brien- Bootcamp Goddess
Event Details:
Date: Thursday. June, 14th 2012
Time: 6-10PM
Location: Crown Lounge – 393 King Street West, Toronto
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS!
Divas in the City is all about - thriving in the opera of urban life.
Swag Bags:
Vendors:
- AYLA
- Arbonne
- Rosetton
Media Sponsors:
To become a Vendor or Sponsor for Divas in the City 3, please contact Brooke at brooke@divagirlfitness.com.
Momentum- Thriving in the Arts (Toronto, ON)
| June 15, 2012 | ||
| 1:00 pm | to | 3:30 pm |
Design, Organize, Execute and Thrive in the Arts
Presented by two fierce and passionate Dance Entrepreneurs, Laura Furtado (DivaGirl Inc.) and Carla Catherwood (Nuvo-Burlesque)
TOURING TORONTO— VANCOUVER— CALGARY— VEGAS
Don’t just survive… we want to show you how to “thrive!”
In this inspirational, educational and interactive seminar, you will be given the tools necessary to “thrive” in your artistic career. Presented by two passionate and successful entrepreneurs, who are leading the dance industries across Canada, you will be guided on how to kick-start your creative ideas and learn how to generate revenue from your endeavor.
In this 2.5 hour seminar, you will learn how to:
- Create and develop your concepts and ideas
- Organize and manage your artistic projects
- Effectively execute your projects to success
- Learn how to secure funding and sponsorship
- Attract and build your dream team
- Effectively market your creative project
- Create momentum in your career… and keep it!
The seminar will also take you through the momentum checklist and end with an informative Q & A session. Starving artist, no more.
About Laura Furtado- International Dancer, Instructor, Choreographer & Presenter
Owner of DivaGirl Inc.

Laura Furtado, a successful international Dancer, Instructor, Choreographer and Presenter, is the Founder and Owner of DivaGirl (www.divagirl-inc.com). DivaGirl Inc consists of 5 divisions: DivaGirl Fitness (dance/fitness company across North America), DivaGirl Entertainment (professional dance company), DivaGirl Beauty (spa/beauty division), DivaGirl-Preneur (women entrepreneur seminars and networking events) and DivaGirl Boutique (an online shop for everything divalicious). With over 25 years of experience in the dance and fitness realms, she has made a presence across North America and Europe, including Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Ukraine and Portugal. Laura has been titled one of Canada’s Top 25 Young Entrepreneurs of 2009, Nominee for the Arts Entrepreneur of the Year, Nominee for the Emerging Performing Artists of the Year, Lululemon Ambassador and Diva-Preneur. She is also the Co-Founder and Co-Producer of Women in Dance (www.womenindance.com), a creative showcase featuring the top female Dancers and Choreographer in Toronto, ON. She has also been recently featured in the first edition of the Toronto CRAVE book, featuring the sassiest women entrepreneurs in the city and in HealthyGirl’s Deliciously Radiant e-Book, featuring 19 “radiant” women across North America.
About Carla Catherwood- Dancer & Choreographer
Artistic Director of Nuvo-Burlesque
Born and raised on the west coast, Carla has successfully built a dance brand www.nuvoburlesque.com that is now currently bi-coastal with divisions in both Toronto & Vancouver and soon will be branching into other major cities within North America. Along side of her dance brand she started producing, writing and choreographing shows at the ripe age of 22. Ever since she’s been unstoppable! With production credits under her belt like Warner Bros. Canada, Cheverolet, Peller Estates Winery, River Rock Casino, Edgewater Casino, Flight Center, and the infamous Playboy Mansion.
Carla’s passion for creating, educating and paying it forward has always been her professional mantra. That being said… she has been teaching dance since she was 13, and spent 12 years as a professional dancer working with artists like Michael Buble, Shania Twain, Mariana’s Trench, Cory Lee, and Sarah Slean. This woman has lived all sides of the business and will bring insight on how to make both ends work together.
Upcoming Seminar Dates:
- Toronto:
Friday, June 15th: 1-3:30PM
The Spoke Club- 600 King Street West, 4th Floor (Screening Room)
*Limited spots
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS. - Vegas:
June 2012- Date TBD - Calgary:
July 2012- Date TBD
- Vancouver:
Tuesday, August 28th: 6-8PM
Drive Dance Centre - 1839 Commercial Dr Vancouver, BC V5N 4A6
Seminar Rate:
Regular $49
Discounted for DivaGirls & Nuvo-Burlesque Dancers (discount code required): $39
2012 DivaGirl Conference (Melbourne, FL)
| June 24, 2012 | ||
| 8:00 am | to | 6:00 pm |
DivaGirl is an online community dedicated to help women get fit, have fun and feel sexy! In April 2012, we will be launching our first ever, female-only, DivaGirl Conference in the USA.
This will be a full day of fun, flirty & educational classes, workshops and seminars, to help you unleash your sexy within! You will be inspired by 12 fabulous Presenters, & Vendors, specializing in areas of dance, fitness, nutrition, wellness and self-esteem for women.
Celebrate the first ever DivaGirl Conference in Florida with 200+ fabulous ladies.
About the DivaGirl Conference Experience
- Full day of flirty, fun fitness & inspiration!
- Hosted at a unique, interesting venue in Melbourne, FL
- Learn from 12 specialized Presenters, in areas of dance, fitness, nutrition, wellness & self-esteem for women
- Complimentary swag bag of goodies with registration (valued at $50)
- Shop fabulous 25+ local diva-fied fitness & wellness brands
- Full healthy lunch and free sampling throughout the day
- Meet and interact with like-minded women in a fun and supportive environment
You DESERVE a fabulous day of nourishment for the mind, body and soul… laugh, learn and unleash your sexy within…
Event Details
Date: Sunday, June 24th, 2012.
Location: Crowne Plaza Resort and Spa
2650 North Highway A1A, Indialantic (Melbourne), FL 32903 USA
Time: 8AM-6PM- a full day of flirty fitness & inspiration!
Dress Code: Fitness attire – running shoes required
Policies: Females only. Pre-registration required
If you are interested in being a Sponsor, Vendor or Speaker, please contact Jackie@divagirlfitness.com. For more information, please visit our conference website or click here to download our flyer.
FREE DivaGirl Summer Orientation Meeting (Toronto, ON)
| July 16, 2012 | ||
| 6:00 pm | to | 9:00 pm |
Interested to find out about the DivaGirl Revolution? Well, here’s your chance!
DivaGirl is proud to announce that we will be having a FREE orientation meeting in April to provide an opportunity for you to chat with us! If you are interested in becoming a DivaGirl Licensee or Member, becoming a part of our growing D-VIP, participating in our community or just to find out what exactly we do & why we have fun doing it, this is your perfect opportunity! ALL WOMEN ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND!
The event will consist of a mini presentation with a Q/A period and networking following. We hope to see you there and chit chat with us. Come on, we know you wanna…
Date: July 16, 2012
Time: 6-9PM
Location: Spoke Club
600 King Street West, 4th Floor
Toronto, ON
To register, please send an email to info@divagirl-inc.com.
Brandapoolza (Toronto, ON)
| August 3, 2012 | ||
| 1:30 pm | to | 4:00 pm |
Symposium for creating a rocking brand Presented by Brand Experts Laura Furtado & Leanne Grechulk TOURING TORONTO — NEW YORK CITY — PARIS — CHICAGO — LOS ANGELES — VANCOUVER Two fabulous, female entrepreneurs, Laura Furtado from DivaGirl Inc. and Leanne Grechulk from HealthyGirl, are brand experts and in the growth stages of building empires. In this tag-teaming, inspiring seminar, learn how you can create a kick-ass brand and leave a sizzlin’ impression on the competition.
In this seminar, you will learn how to:
- Build a successful online community and empire
- Be social media savvy to attract clients and partners online
- Create your dream team
- Go global with your personal brand
- Create a six-figure brand
- Create your one-year marketing plan
Get ready for some hot branding… in heels.
Momentum – Thriving in the Arts (Vancouver, BC)
| August 28, 2012 | ||
| 6:00 pm | to | 8:00 pm |
Design, Organize, Execute and Thrive in the Arts
Presented by two fierce and passionate Dance Entrepreneurs, Laura Furtado(DivaGirl Inc.) and Carla Catherwood (Nuvo-Burlesque)
TOURING TORONTO— VANCOUVER— CALGARY— VEGAS
Don’t just survive… we want to show you how to “thrive!”
In this inspirational, educational and interactive seminar, you will be given the tools necessary to “thrive” in your artistic career. Presented by two passionate and successful entrepreneurs, who are leading the dance industries across Canada, you will be guided on how to kick-start your creative ideas and learn how to generate revenue from your endeavor.
In this 2.5 hour seminar, you will learn how to:
- Create and develop your concepts and ideas
- Organize and manage your artistic projects
- Effectively execute your projects to success
- Learn how to secure funding and sponsorship
- Attract and build your dream team
- Effectively market your creative project
- Create momentum in your career… and keep it!
The seminar will also take you through the momentum checklist and end with an informative Q & A session. Starving artist, no more.
About Laura Furtado- International Dancer, Instructor, Choreographer & Presenter
Owner of DivaGirl Inc.

Laura Furtado, a successful international Dancer, Instructor, Choreographer and Presenter, is the Founder and Owner of DivaGirl (www.divagirl-inc.com). DivaGirl Inc consists of 5 divisions: DivaGirl Fitness (dance/fitness company across North America), DivaGirl Entertainment (professional dance company),DivaGirl Beauty (spa/beauty division), DivaGirl-Preneur (women entrepreneur seminars and networking events) and DivaGirl Boutique (an online shop for everything divalicious). With over 25 years of experience in the dance and fitness realms, she has made a presence across North America and Europe, including Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Ukraine and Portugal. Laura has been titled one of Canada’s Top 25 Young Entrepreneurs of 2009, Nominee for the Arts Entrepreneur of the Year, Nominee for the Emerging Performing Artists of the Year, Lululemon Ambassador and Diva-Preneur. She is also the Co-Founder and Co-Producer of Women in Dance (www.womenindance.com), a creative showcase featuring the top female Dancers and Choreographer in Toronto, ON. She has also been recently featured in the first edition of the Toronto CRAVE book, featuring the sassiest women entrepreneurs in the city and inHealthyGirl’s Deliciously Radiant e-Book, featuring 19 “radiant” women across North America.
About Carla Catherwood- Dancer & Choreographer
Artistic Director of Nuvo-Burlesque
Born and raised on the west coast, Carla has successfully built a dance brandwww.nuvoburlesque.com that is now currently bi-coastal with divisions in both Toronto & Vancouver and soon will be branching into other major cities within North America. Along side of her dance brand she started producing, writing and choreographing shows at the ripe age of 22. Ever since she’s been unstoppable! With production credits under her belt like Warner Bros. Canada, Cheverolet, Peller Estates Winery, River Rock Casino, Edgewater Casino, Flight Center, and the infamous Playboy Mansion.
Carla’s passion for creating, educating and paying it forward has always been her professional mantra. That being said… she has been teaching dance since she was 13, and spent 12 years as a professional dancer working with artists likeMichael Buble, Shania Twain, Mariana’s Trench, Cory Lee, and Sarah Slean. This woman has lived all sides of the business and will bring insight on how to make both ends work together.
Upcoming Seminar Dates:
- Toronto:
Friday, June 15th: 1-3:30PM
The Spoke Club- 600 King Street West, 4th Floor (Screening Room)
*Limited spots - Vegas:
June 2012- Date TBD - Calgary:
July 2012- Date TBD - Vancouver:
Tuesday, August 28th: 6-8PM
Drive Dance Centre - 1839 Commercial Dr Vancouver, BC V5N 4A6 - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS.
Seminar Rate:
Regular $49
Discounted for DivaGirls & Nuvo-Burlesque Dancers (discount code required): $39
2013 DivaGirl Conference (Toronto, ON)
| April 27, 2013 | ||
| 8:00 am | to | 6:00 pm |
DivaGirl is an online community dedicated to help women get fit, have fun and feel sexy! In April 2013, we will be hosting our 2nd Annual, female-only, DivaGirl Conference.
This will be a full day of fun, flirty & educational classes, workshops and seminars, to help you unleash your sexy within! You will be inspired by 12 fabulous Presnters and Vendors, specializing in areas of dance, fitness, nutrition, wellness and self-esteem for women.
Celebrate the first ever DivaGirl Conference with 200+ fabulous ladies.
CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS FROM OUR FIRST CONFERENCE!
About the DivaGirl Conference Experience
- Full day of flirty, fun fitness & inspiration!
- Hosted at a unique, interesting venue in Toronto, ON
- Learn from Presenters in areas of dance, fitness, nutrition, wellness & self-esteem for women
- Complimentary swag bag of goodies with registration (valued at $50)
- Shop fabulous 25+ local diva-fied fitness & wellness brands
- Full healthy lunch and free sampling throughout the day
- Meet and interact with like-minded women in a fun and supportive environment
You DESERVE a fabulous day of nourishment for the mind, body and soul… laugh, learn and unleash your sexy within…
Event Details
Date: Saturday, April 27th, 2013
Dress Code: Fitness attire – running shoes required
Policies: Females only.
Interested in being a vendor, speaker or sponsor? Please email brooke@divagirlfitness.com
2012 DivaGirl Conference (Toronto, ON)
| March 24, 2012 | ||
| 8:00 am | to | 6:00 pm |
DivaGirl is an online community dedicated to help women get fit, have fun and feel sexy! In March 2012, we will be launching our first ever, female-only, DivaGirl Conference.
This will be a full day of fun, flirty & educational classes, workshops and seminars, to help you unleash your sexy within! You will be inspired by 12 fabulous Presenters, & Vendors, specializing in areas of dance, fitness, nutrition, wellness and self-esteem for women.
Celebrate the first ever DivaGirl Conference with 200+ fabulous ladies.
About the DivaGirl Conference Experience
- Full day of flirty, fun fitness & inspiration!
- Hosted at a unique, interesting venue in Toronto, ON
- Learn from 12 specialized Presenters in areas of dance, fitness, nutrition, wellness & self-esteem for women
- Complimentary swag bag of goodies with registration (valued at $50)
- Shop fabulous 25+ local diva-fied fitness & wellness brands
- Full healthy lunch and free sampling throughout the day
- Meet and interact with like-minded women in a fun and supportive environment
You DESERVE a fabulous day of nourishment for the mind, body and soul… laugh, learn and unleash your sexy within…

Event Details
Date: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
Location: Ontario Science Centre
Mezzanine/Telus Room
770 Don Mills Road, Toronto, ON, M3C 1T3
Time: 8AM-6PM- a full day of flirty fitness & inspiration!
Dress Code: Fitness attire – running shoes required
Policies: Females only. Pre-registration required
For more information, please visit our conference website or click here to download our flyer.









































