Who we are

Rooted in Long Island City. Growing together.

A neighborhood group for women who are serious about their businesses and generous with what they know.

Our beginning

A local need became a shared table.

2023The first LIC WE Coffee Chat

Long Island City has grown into a lively home for residents and businesses. With that growth came a clear need for local women business owners to find one another, exchange ideas, and build stronger support close to home.

The first LIC WE Coffee Chat took place at the beginning of 2023. Since then, the community has expanded to happy hours, practical workshops, and co-working sessions. It brings together women across industries, from solo entrepreneurs to brick-and-mortar business owners.

Whether you are here to learn, share, collaborate, or simply meet someone who understands the work, you are welcome at the table.

LIC WE workshop participants listening as a fellow entrepreneur shares her perspective
Different perspectives. A shared place to grow.

Our mission

Intentional connection. Practical growth.

We bring together local women business owners to form authentic relationships, share useful resources, and create opportunities that move their work forward.

What grounds us

A community that shows up.

01

Connection over competition

We make space for honest conversation, meaningful introductions, and relationships that last beyond one event.

02

Collaboration over comparison

We believe another woman's perspective, skill, and success can expand what is possible for the whole community.

03

Growth over gatekeeping

We share practical insight and make useful opportunities easier to find, understand, and act on.